A recent study by Futurum Research reveals the key trends shaping decision-making in networking data centers. As data centers rapidly grow and their requirements evolve, operators need modern data center networks to keep pace. This infographic outlines essential requirements to consider when preparing to build or refresh your data center. Use this checklist to guide you through the critical roles of reliability, foundational building blocks, and essential technologies, protocols and operational tools that can future-proof your network and align with your organization’s business goals.