Key Insights from Scala Data Centers’ Latin American Expansion

Great interview with Cleber Braz, SVP of Business Development and Operations at Scala Data Centers and Steve Sasse, LATAM Regional Director, Datacenter Hawk discussing Scala Data Centers expansion in the Latin America data center sector over the past four years.

Here are five key insights from Scala's strategic efforts and achievements:

1. Pandemic-Era Genesis and Rapid Growth

Scala Data Centers was launched in April 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, a time of heightened demand for cloud services. Their ability to quickly establish a foothold in a competitive market underscores their strategic agility and responsiveness to digital transformation needs.

2. Innovative In-House Engineering

With over 500 engineers on staff, Scala boasts a significant advantage in maintaining design control and delivering customized solutions. This in-house expertise allows them to standardize 80% of their data center designs, enabling rapid deployment while still offering tailored features for specific client requirements.

3. Strategic Expansion Across Latin America

Scala's footprint now extends beyond Brazil to Chile, Mexico, and Colombia, each with unique regulatory and logistical challenges. Their strategic research and local team-building efforts ensure that they can navigate these challenges effectively, supporting a robust regional presence.

4. Emphasis on Sustainable Power Solutions

Scala prioritizes locations with abundant, sustainable power sources, critical for meeting the energy needs of AI and high-density computing. By leveraging Latin America’s renewable energy resources, Scala aligns its operations with global sustainability trends, offering clients eco-friendly data center solutions.

5. Flexible Modular and Traditional Solutions

Scala's dual approach to data center development allows for flexibility in client engagement. Their modular solutions facilitate rapid market entry and scalability, while traditional builds support large-scale, long-term projects, catering to diverse customer needs across various sectors.

These insights illustrate Scala Data Centers’ commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer-centric growth strategies. Their ability to adapt and excel in the dynamic Latin American market positions them as a leader in the region's digital infrastructure landscape.

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