The modular approach reshaping data center deployments worldwide.
The Changing Landscape of Data Center Infrastructure
Across the globe, data center operators face mounting pressure to deliver faster, more reliable deployments that can support increasingly dense workloads, from AI clusters to high-performance computing. Traditional stick-built construction often slows down these efforts, with projects often plagued by longer lead times, material waste, and high labor dependency. In this environment, solutions that reduce complexity while speeding up deployment have become critical.
Introducing Vertiv™ SmartRun
Vertiv™ SmartRun is a prefabricated overhead infrastructure solution designed to reshape how data centers approach installation. By integrating multiple systems—including busway, cabling, aisle containment, and piping—into a single, lift-and-set module, Vertiv SmartRun simplifies the entire process. The result is a system that cuts on-site installation time by up to 85% and lowers deployment costs of aisle-based infrastructure by as much as 40%.
Key benefits of integrated solutions
What sets Vertiv SmartRun apart is its ability to consolidate critical infrastructure components into one unified system. Instead of dealing with the complexity of sourcing, coordinating, and installing multiple elements separately, operators receive a solution that is already engineered and pre-integrated. This streamlines procurement and significantly reduces the logistical burden on project managers.
The impact on deployment timelines is equally remarkable. Prefabricated assemblies allow teams to accelerate installation by as much as 85 percent compared to traditional methods. This not only minimizes labor requirements but also reduces dependence on skilled trades at a time when such expertise is increasingly scarce.
From a financial perspective, Vertiv SmartRun brings tangible savings compared to traditional solutions. Total costs for aisle-based infrastructure can be reduced by up to 40 percent, enabling organizations to redirect resources into core business priorities or future expansions. At the same time, Vertiv’s project management and global manufacturing footprint enable predictable delivery schedules, giving operators greater confidence in their planning.
Scalability is another essential element. With its modular architecture, Vertiv SmartRun can adapt to a wide variety of data center layouts, from hyperscale environments to AI-focused facilities. This flexibility allows data centers to meet today’s requirements while maintaining room for future growth.
Scalability and flexibility
Vertiv SmartRun has been engineered to address the real-world needs of modern data centers. Its building-block design means that it can be scaled quickly across sites, enabling consistency and repeatability of deployment. Features such as airflow containment improve thermal performance, while structured cable pathways make infrastructure cleaner, safer, and easier to manage. Modules can be installed with minimal disruption, whether in new builds or retrofitted facilities.
This versatility is particularly valuable for hyperscale operators managing vast facilities, colocation providers offering shared infrastructure, and organizations deploying AI and high-performance computing workloads that demand reliable, high-density infrastructure solutions.
End-to-end prefabrication
Vertiv SmartRun becomes even more powerful when integrated into Vertiv’s unified loop system. This one-loop architecture combines overhead prefabricated infrastructure with Vertiv™ CoolChip CDU (Coolant Distribution Units) (CDUs) and related prefabricated modules. By aligning power, thermal, and containment systems into a coordinated ecosystem, Vertiv delivers a comprehensive physical layer that simplifies deployment and enhances reliability. The outcome is a data center that can scale quickly, maintain high performance, and reduce the risks associated with complex integration projects.
Integrating liquid cooling
To support AI deployments, Vertiv’s extensive portfolio of liquid cooling solutions and services help guide customers from design through long-term operation. Services begin with site assessment and system planning, where advanced tools such as Digital Twin modeling are used to validate performance before installation. During deployment, Vertiv’s certified global teams manage everything from rack assembly and containment to commissioning and testing.
Post-installation, Vertiv provides ongoing maintenance and monitoring, including coolant quality management and predictive analysis powered by AI/ML. This proactive approach not only reduces downtime but also extends system lifespan and enhances efficiency across the data center lifecycle.
Conclusion: A Smarter Path Forward
As data centers continue to evolve to meet the demands of AI, cloud, and high-performance computing, the need for faster, scalable, and cost-effective infrastructure has never been greater. Vertiv™ SmartRun addresses these challenges by providing an integrated solution that reduces complexity, accelerates deployment, and enables operators to focus on delivering value to their customers.
As George Topalov, senior sales manager at Vertiv notes: “With Vertiv SmartRun, we’ve transformed overhead infrastructure into a single, modular solution that helps operators save time, reduce costs, and scale with confidence. It’s about giving data centers the flexibility they need to grow without the delays and risks of traditional builds.”
For more information on Vertiv™ SmartRun, visit Vertiv.com or contact the local Vertiv experts at emea.ro@Vertiv.com .
