{"id":88676,"date":"2026-09-23T13:38:13","date_gmt":"2026-09-23T11:38:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fhi.nl\/nieuws\/dcem-platforms-why-data-centres-need-more-than-monitoring\/"},"modified":"2026-09-23T13:38:13","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T11:38:13","slug":"dcem-platforms-why-data-centres-need-more-than-monitoring","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/fhi.nl\/en\/news\/dcem-platforms-why-data-centres-need-more-than-monitoring\/","title":{"rendered":"DCEM Platforms: Why Data Centers Need More Than Monitoring"},"content":{"rendered":"<header id=\"header\" class=\"header header--low\">\n\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"header__background header__background--graphic\"><\/div>\n\t\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"header__content\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"header__first header__first--alone\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"header__title\" >\n\t\t\t\t\tDCEM Platforms: Why Data Centers Need More Than Monitoring\t\t\t\t<\/h1>\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"header__dots-line\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"431\" height=\"9\" viewbox=\"0 0 431 9\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M430.799 4.192a1.136 1.136 0 1 1-2.272-.001 1.136 1.136 0 0 1 2.272 0Zm-27.272 0a1.135 1.135 0 1 1-2.27 0 1.135 1.135 0 0 1 2.27 0Zm-27.27 0a1.136 1.136 0 1 1-2.272-.001 1.136 1.136 0 0 1 2.272 0Zm-27.272 0a1.39 1.39 0 1 1-2.78 0 1.39 1.39 0 0 1 2.78 0Zm-27.78 0a1.645 1.645 0 1 1-3.29 0 1.645 1.645 0 0 1 3.29 0Zm-28.29 0a1.9 1.9 0 1 1-3.799 0 1.9 1.9 0 0 1 3.799 0Zm-28.799 0a2.154 2.154 0 1 1-4.308 0 2.154 2.154 0 0 1 4.308 0Zm-29.308 0a2.41 2.41 0 1 1-4.819 0 2.41 2.41 0 0 1 4.819 0Zm-29.819 0a2.663 2.663 0 1 1-5.326.001 2.663 2.663 0 0 1 5.326-.001Zm-30.327 0a2.919 2.919 0 1 1-5.837 0 2.919 2.919 0 0 1 5.837 0Zm-30.837 0a3.173 3.173 0 1 1-6.345.001 3.173 3.173 0 0 1 6.345 0Zm-31.346 0a3.428 3.428 0 1 1-6.856 0 3.428 3.428 0 0 1 6.856 0Zm-31.856 0a3.683 3.683 0 1 1-7.365 0 3.683 3.683 0 0 1 7.365 0Zm-32.365 0a3.937 3.937 0 1 1-7.875 0 3.937 3.937 0 0 1 7.875 0Zm-32.874 0a4.192 4.192 0 1 1-8.384 0 4.192 4.192 0 0 1 8.384 0Z\" fill=\"#FFF960\"\/><\/svg>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/header>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"text bg--white\">\n\t<div class=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"text__content text__content--1-col\">\n\t\t\t\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Traditional Monitoring Is No Longer Enough?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not long ago, many enterprise racks consumed between 3 and 8 kW of power. Capacity planning was relatively straightforward and energy costs represented a manageable portion of operational expenditure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That reality has changed dramatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AI clusters, high-performance computing environments and modern cloud infrastructure are pushing rack densities to unprecedented levels. Racks exceeding 30 kW are becoming increasingly common, while some AI deployments now exceed 80 kW or even 100 kW per rack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the same time, operators face increasing pressure to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reduce energy consumption<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve sustainability performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report energy usage accurately<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optimize existing capacity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delay costly infrastructure expansions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Traditional monitoring systems often provide large amounts of data, but limited insight. Knowing how much power is entering a room is useful. Understanding exactly where that power is being consumed, how efficiently it is being used and where unused capacity exists is far more valuable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is where DCEM platforms make the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is DCEM?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DCEM stands for Data Center Energy Management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A DCEM platform collects, analyzes and visualizes energy-related data from across the data center infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Typical data sources include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Intelligent PDUs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inline energy meters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Branch circuit monitoring systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environmental sensors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cooling systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Building Management Systems (BMS)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Utility meters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rather than simply displaying measurements, a DCEM platform transforms data into actionable information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The goal is not monitoring for monitoring&#039;s sake. The goal is better decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A modern DCEM platform helps operators answer questions such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Which racks are approaching their power limits?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where is spare capacity available?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which customers consume the most energy?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How has energy usage changed over time?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where can efficiency improvements be made?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What data is required for sustainability reporting?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From DCIM to DCEM<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To understand the growth of DCEM, it helps to look at the evolution of data center management software.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For many years, DCIM (Data Center Infrastructure Management) platforms dominated the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These systems focused on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Asset management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rack layouts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Device inventories<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work orders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Infrastructure documentation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While these capabilities remain valuable, many operators discovered that they still lacked detailed insight into energy performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As energy costs increased and sustainability targets became more important, a new priority emerged: understanding and optimizing power consumption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Traditional DCIM<\/th><th>Modern DCEM<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Asset-focused<\/td><td>Energy-focused<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Device tracking<\/td><td>Capacity optimization<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Static infrastructure data<\/td><td>Real-time operational data<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Documentation<\/td><td>Analytics and insights<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Infrastructure management<\/td><td>Energy management<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This does not mean DCIM is disappearing. Instead, many organizations are complementing traditional DCIM capabilities with dedicated DCEM functionality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why AI Is Accelerating DCEM Adoption<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Artificial intelligence is reshaping data center power infrastructure at a remarkable pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A single AI training cluster may consume more power than entire server rooms did only a few years ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Infrastructure supporting technologies such as NVIDIA H100, B200 and GB200 systems introduces challenges including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Extreme rack densities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rapid power fluctuations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increased cooling requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More complex capacity planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Greater pressure on power distribution systems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The financial consequences are equally significant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A small miscalculation in available power capacity can delay deployments, increase costs or require expensive infrastructure upgrades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As AI workloads continue to grow, operators require precise, real-time visibility into power usage throughout the facility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DCEM platforms provide the level of insight needed to manage these increasingly demanding environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Five Problems DCEM Platforms Solve<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Capacity Planning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the biggest challenges in any data center is understanding available capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many facilities still rely on design specifications, estimated loads or outdated spreadsheets when making deployment decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The problem is that actual power consumption often differs significantly from theoretical calculations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DCEM platforms provide accurate, real-time measurements, allowing operators to understand:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Available rack capacity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Available branch capacity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Available circuit capacity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Future growth trends<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This enables more informed decisions and often reveals unused capacity that would otherwise remain hidden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Energy Cost Visibility<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Electricity has become one of the largest operating expenses for many data centers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Without detailed measurement, it can be difficult to understand where energy is actually being consumed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DCEM platforms allow operators to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Analyze energy usage per rack<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compare departments or customers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify inefficient equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Track energy trends over time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Better visibility often leads directly to improved efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Sustainability and Compliance Reporting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Environmental reporting requirements are becoming increasingly important across Europe and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regulations and frameworks such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>CSRD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ESG reporting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ISO 50001<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Energy Efficiency Directive requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">all require reliable energy data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Collecting this information manually is time-consuming and prone to error.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DCEM platforms automate data collection and reporting, reducing administrative effort while improving accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Faster Incident Response<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Power-related incidents rarely occur without warning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In many cases, indicators appear long before a failure occurs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Increasing current draw<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Circuit overload risks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Abnormal power consumption<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Temperature increases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DCEM platforms provide alerts and notifications that help operators respond before issues impact availability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This proactive approach can significantly reduce operational risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Improved Infrastructure Utilization<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many data centers operate with significant safety margins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While caution is understandable, excessive overprovisioning can leave valuable capacity unused.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Detailed monitoring enables operators to make better use of existing infrastructure while maintaining appropriate redundancy levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In some cases, this can postpone costly expansion projects and improve return on investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Future of DCEM<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The next generation of DCEM platforms is expected to move beyond monitoring and reporting towards predictive and automated decision-making.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Emerging future developments include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Predictive Capacity Management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Software will increasingly forecast future power requirements based on historical trends and planned deployments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">AI-Driven Analytics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Machine learning algorithms will identify anomalies, inefficiencies and potential failures automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Automated Sustainability Reporting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Energy and emissions reports will be generated automatically using real-time operational data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Digital Twins<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Virtual representations of data center infrastructure will allow operators to simulate changes before implementation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Integrated Infrastructure Management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Power, cooling and environmental systems will become increasingly interconnected, providing a holistic view of facility performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Should Data Center Operators Look For in a DCEM Platform?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not all DCEM solutions offer the same capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When evaluating platforms, operators should consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Real-Time Data Collection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Delayed information limits operational value. Real-time visibility is increasingly essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Open Integration Capabilities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Support for protocols such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>SNMP<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>REST API<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MODBUS\/TCP<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">allows integration with existing management systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scalability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A platform should be capable of growing alongside the facility without requiring major redesigns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advanced Reporting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Comprehensive dashboards, trend analysis and export capabilities simplify operational management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Multi-Vendor Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most data centers contain equipment from multiple manufacturers. Vendor-neutral monitoring simplifies operations and reduces complexity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Security<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As monitoring systems become increasingly connected, cybersecurity considerations become more important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Energy Management Is Becoming a Strategic Priority<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The role of energy within the data center is changing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What was once viewed primarily as an operational concern is increasingly becoming a strategic issue that affects capacity planning, sustainability targets, customer reporting and business growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As AI deployments continue to drive power demand higher and regulatory requirements become more demanding, operators need more than basic monitoring tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They need visibility, context and actionable insight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is precisely why DCEM platforms are rapidly becoming an essential part of modern data center operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The future of data center management will not be defined by how much data organizations collect. It will be defined by how effectively they use that data to improve efficiency, optimize capacity and make smarter decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And increasingly, that future is being powered by DCEM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Data Center Energy Management (DCEM) software EnerTree complimentary with PDU 5.0 by Schleifenbauer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why EnerTree Is More Than Just a Monitoring Platform<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A DCEM platform only delivers real value when it does more than collect data. It must turn that data into meaningful insights that support better operational decisions. That&#039;s exactly what <strong>EnerTree DCEM Software<\/strong> has been designed to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">EnerTree is supplied <strong>free of charge with every Schleifenbauer PDU 5.0 and Inline Meter 5.0<\/strong>, providing real-time visibility into your data center&#039;s energy consumption. Intuitive dashboards display power, current, voltage, energy (kWh), load percentages and historical trends at PDU, feed, branch and outlet level. Rather than simply showing how much energy is being consumed, EnerTree helps operators understand where capacity is available, where inefficiencies exist and where optimization is possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With support for open standards including <strong>REST API, SNMP and MODBUS\/TCP<\/strong>, EnerTree integrates easily with existing DCIM, BMS and monitoring platforms. The software is also designed for multi-vendor environments, making it suitable for virtually any modern data center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">EnerTree helps data center operators to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Monitor rack loads and available capacity in real time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plan capacity using live power measurements rather than estimates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analysis energy consumption trends over time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receive automatic alerts for abnormal conditions or potential overloads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Generate reports for energy management and sustainability initiatives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Centrally monitor multiple data center locations from a single platform<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because all measurement data is continuously available, operators can respond more quickly to changing conditions, prevent unplanned downtime and make more efficient use of existing infrastructure. 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