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Across the data center landscape, the pressure to scale is intensifying, especially for small and mid-sized co-location (Colo) providers. Traditionally operating one to five multi-tenant sites, these providers are now being asked to grow like never before. With rising demand for AI computing capacity and increased investment from private equity firms, even the most modest operators are being pushed to develop large-scale campuses rapidly.

Rockwell Automation, Inc. has recently announced the results of the 10th annual “State of Smart Manufacturing Report.” The global study, fielded in March 2025, surveyed more than 1,500 manufacturers across 17 of the major manufacturing countries. As manufacturers continue to face uncertainty driven by economic shifts, the report highlights how companies are turning to smart manufacturing technologies to manage risks, improve performance, and support their workforce. It also examines adoption of emerging technology, including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and cloud-based systems.