Many organisations invest heavily in Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) units to safeguard their critical infrastructure. They place them into server rooms or edge environments, plug them in, and consider the job done. However, a worrying trend has emerged: a massive number of organisations purchase high-grade UPS units but fail to configure the intelligent software that […]
Why the Shift to Subscription is a Turning Point The infrastructure management landscape is undergoing a fundamental shift. With Schneider Electric transitioning platforms such as EcoStruxure IT Expert (ITE), IT Advisor (ITA), and Data Center Expert (DCE) to subscription-based models, organisations are being presented with more than just a commercial change. This is an opportunity […]
In today’s data centre and critical environment landscape, one challenge continues to surface time and time again: Too many systems. Not enough insight. From DCIM platforms and BMS systems through to power, cooling, and IT service management tools, organisations are surrounded by data—but often lack a single, intelligent view that brings it all together. At […]
ESMM: Intelligent Monitoring, Integration & Optimisation for Critical Infrastructure Turn infrastructure data into actionable insight and optimised performance. Most modern data centres aren’t suffering from a lack of data, they are suffering from a lack of insight. ESMM (Enterprise Secure Monitoring & Management) uses AI-driven analytics and intelligent automation to bridge that gap, connecting your […]
Upgrading to the latest Schneider Electric NetBotz 750, 755 or 250 appliances is not just a hardware swap. In many environments, we are finding that organisations have not fully considered: The compatibility of attached sensors and accessories Rack access control integration Wireless device limitations (especially in EU models) Surveillance licensing dependencies Hardware expansion limits The […]
Schneider Electric has officially released EcoStruxure™ IT Data Center Expert (DCE) version 9.1 (February 2026), bringing significant improvements in scale, licensing flexibility, and operational control. For organisations running DCE, this update is more than incremental, it strengthens performance, scalability and day-to-day management capabilities. As an APC by Schneider Electric EcoXpert Partner, Comtec Power is already […]
Modern data centres are under increasing pressure to deliver more performance with less energy, less downtime, and lower operational overhead. Cooling is one of the largest energy consumers in any facility, and even small inefficiencies can significantly impact operating costs and thermal stability. For organisations running Schneider Electric cooling systems – such as InRow, Uniflair […]
Across the UK and Europe, organisations are investing in Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure IT Expert platform to monitor their critical power and infrastructure. It’s powerful, scalable and offers real-time visibility across UPS, PDUs, cooling and environmental devices. But there’s a growing problem that most IT teams don’t spot: ❗ Most organisations are paying for more IT […]
The datacentre landscape continues to evolve, and so do the challenges of monitoring, managing, and maintaining critical infrastructure. As organisations move toward modular datacentre solutions for agility, scalability, and speed of deployment, the need for smart, unified monitoring has never been greater. That’s where Comtec’s Enterprise Secure Monitoring & Management (ESMM) proposition comes in. Designed […]
The world of data centre and infrastructure monitoring is evolving fast, and at Comtec, we’re proud to be helping UK businesses make the most of it through our Enterprise Secure monitoring & Management (ESMM) service. With Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure ITExpert, you gain deep visibility into your UPS, cooling, and IT assets, wherever they’re located. But […]
Two years ago, in our original blog, we explored the conditions under which Computer Room Air Conditioners (CRACs) are a valid and efficient solution for datacentre cooling. At that time, we looked at power density, redundancy, hot/cold aisle containment, and how CRACs compare to in-row, in-rack, and DX-based cooling strategies. Since 2023, some key advances […]
When it comes to secure power and IT infrastructure, monitoring and auditing are only part of the story. To ensure true resilience, you also need a plan to keep your systems in optimal condition, and the ability to respond quickly when something goes wrong. That’s why Comtec Power has created ESMM MAINTAIN — the next […]
When it comes to your power and IT infrastructure, an alert is only valuable if it reaches the right person at the right time. Waiting until morning to discover an overnight UPS failure or cooling alarm can cost valuable uptime, data integrity, and revenue. That’s why Comtec Power has created ESMM (Enterprise Secure Monitoring & […]
Introducing ESMM CONTROL: Secure Power Monitoring and Management At Comtec Power, we’re excited to announce our new managed service offering: ESMM CONTROL. Building on the robust capabilities of Comtec’ Secure Power solutions, ESMM CONTROL combines the global visibility of Cloud based monitoring with local fail-safe automation through onsite software to give you the best of […]
At Comtec Power, we’re helping organisations take the first confident step toward smarter, safer, and AI-ready infrastructure with ESMM (Enterprise Secure Monitoring & Management) VIEW – a practical, engineer-led assessment of your server room or datacentre. Whether you’re in strategic future planning, consolidation, run rate or even fire fighting – our approach can create a clear […]
In today’s fast-evolving IT and operational landscape, real-time visibility and proactive management are critical for maintaining uptime, compliance, and performance — especially for organisations preparing for AI, hybrid cloud, or increased digital reliance. That’s why Comtec Power is proud to introduce ESMM : Enterprise Secure Monitoring & Management, our tailored managed service built on Schneider […]
AI is no longer just for hyperscalers. Here’s how Comtec Power helps companies maintain and modernise their on-site data centres to support AI workloads. The AI Revolution Isn’t Just in the Cloud While the world’s largest companies deploy AI across massive, hyperscale data centres, many businesses are now finding that AI workloads are coming closer […]
New, ultra-compact UPS offers next-generation power protection for critical infrastructure environments, including AI-ready data centers, semiconductors, commercial, and industrial manufacturing facilities. Pioneering high-density design and fault-tolerant architecture maximizes availability and offers up to 99% efficiency while minimizing total cost of ownership. Includes enhanced safety and cyber security features, and remote monitoring capabilities. Introducing Schneider Electric’s […]
In healthcare settings, even a brief power loss or an overheated comms room can have far-reaching consequences. From disrupted patient records to downtime in critical services, the stakes are high. Since 2020 we have been helping several NHS trusts and private healthcare organisations to assess the state of their communications rooms and address the often-overlooked […]
On Wednesday 9th October 2024, Nick Claxson, CEO of Comtec, had the honour of representing the UK’s EcoXpert Partners at Schneider Electric’s Global Service Partner event. The event brought together over 200 leaders worldwide to discuss innovation and sustainability, topics central to the future of the technology and energy industries. As one of APC by […]
In an era where uninterrupted power supply and efficient room environment management are vital for organisations, Comtec has emerged as a trailblazer in addressing these critical needs. Over the past few years, Comtec has recognised and responded to the concerns of clients with large UPS estates. One of the primary concerns our clients have brought […]
The nature of today’s IT equipment means that even small datacentres cannot function without some form of precision cooling solution, and the starting point for many will be CRACs. CRACs are an established technology deployed in thousands of datacentres, but what is the argument for deploying it in yours? How does it stack up against […]
Datacentres contain a host of sensitive IT equipment which are hungry for electrical power.
With so much energy being consumed by data centre equipment, heat quickly builds up and cooling it all has become an expensive necessity in order to protect systems from failure.
Datacentres have employed cooling solutions ever since the first one got too hot and someone opened a window.
Most IT professionals understand what a UPS is, but fewer are confident knowing exactly how big it needs to be to ensure their datacentre or comms/server room has enough power in case of emergency.
Mid, Large, and Multinational Sizes Covered
IaaS certainly is an ugly bit of jargon, but what about the business benefits it offers to organisations of all types and sizes?
At Comtec our experts help clients every day, to work efficiently and securely. Our business development team take an agile approach to extend our services to where our clients need us the most. Part of this includes some formal activities to be compliant with procurement requirement standards. That’s why we’re delighted to announce we have […]
In an increasingly crowded technology market where there’s not that much difference between competing solutions and products, how do managed service providers (MSPs) and other technology providers elevate themselves above the competition? This is a question on many minds over the last few years, especially as the requirement to provide these solutions in a secure […]
Video conferencing is a technology that allows people to communicate face-to-face over a distance using a video camera, microphone, and internet connection.
Microsoft Azure is a cloud computing platform that offers a wide range of services, including computing, storage, networking, and artificial intelligence.
For businesses today, reliable and efficient IT infrastructure is essential for success.
Comtec achieves top certification to provide even better Green AI, Automation and Service Assurance services for businesses.
Do you have control of your Microsoft 365 data? Can you access all the items you need, when you need to?
Openreach will stop its ISDN services, once the global backbone of voice and video communications, in December 2025.
Moving to an IP phone network will improve communication for business and create new cyber security risks
There are a number of challenges and threats that business face when it comes to security. Externally there is the threat of disruption and access to data through viruses and ransomware.
