Scaling for the AI Era: Building Quality and Resilience into 10X Data Center Growth

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Meeting the demands of AI and hyperscale computing requires more than building faster—it requires building smarter. This session explores the quality, supply chain, and commissioning challenges that become increasingly difficult as deployments scale tenfold. Drawing on industry research and lessons learned from sectors such as aerospace and semiconductor manufacturing, panelists will discuss how organizations can address systemic issues before they become operational risks. Featuring perspectives from hyperscalers, data center operators, suppliers, and workforce development experts, the discussion will highlight practical approaches to improving quality, accelerating deployment, and creating a more resilient foundation for the next generation of digital infrastructure.