Omdia Analyst Summit

Where is AI really headed?
Analyst insight into how AI computing will change the data center out to 2030
In this session, the Omdia analyst team will present data-backed AI adoption and technology development projections, highlighting the necessity for tailored power and cooling solutions.
Omdia will bring in experts from technology innovators for two industry panels to discuss navigating the AI skills shortage, optimizing business models, and ensuring data security. Attendees will also receive a complimentary copy of Omdia’s 2025 “Trends to Watch” report ($2,999 value) after the summit.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 | 10:00AM - 17:00PM
Omdia Analysts



Vlad Galabov
Senior Research Director
Enterprise Infrastructure
Lyan Jye Su
Chief Analyst
Artificial Intelligence
Manoj Sukumaran
Pratice Lead
Data Center IT



Shen Wang
Practice Lead
Data Center Infrastructure
Jonathan Ong
Senior Analyst
Cybersecurity
Yi Zhang
Analyst
Cloud Channels
Exclusive Access to
Data Center Analysts and New Research
The Omdia Analyst Summit features independent, world-class data center and cloud research shared by industry analysts with decades of technology research experience, providing attendees with data-driven, real-world insight and perspective.
Who Should Attend

Data center professionals seeking to navigate disruption and improve decision-making, including:
- Data center investors
- Engineers
- Operators
Technology solution providers looking to better understand and reach the data center markets, including:
- Sales
- Marketing
- Product planning and development
Why Attend

Direct Access to Independent Data Center and Cloud Research:
Direct line into independent data center and cloud research used by the largest companies in the industry, normally available to subscribing customers only.
In-Depth Market Insights and Analyst Recommendations:
Gain market insights, technical details, and recommendations on key data center and cloud topics delivered by analysts
Summit Schedule

10:30 – 11:00
Introduction: Where is AI really headed
Overview of the key analyst predictions for AI adoption and technology development. Geopolitical implications on the data center industry.

Vlad Galabov
Senior Research Director
Enterprise Infrastructure

Lyan Jye Su
Chief Analyst
Artificial Intelligence
11:00 – 11:30
Data center rack architecture and power density out to 2030
Deep dive into current and upcoming computing roadmaps and how this will impact rack power density.

Manoj Sukumaran
Practice Lead
Data Center IT
12:00 – 12:30
Powering the AIDC now and in 2030
Expert advice on how to solve power gaps through microgrids, and how to choose the optimal solution. Power distribution for maximum efficiency and how to best respond to changes in end-user requirements out to 2030.

Shen Wang
Practice Lead
Data Center Infrastructure
12:30 – 13:00
Innovator panel: powering the AIDC

Moderator:
Shen Wang
Practice Lead
Data Center Infrastructure
Lunch break
14:00 – 14:30
Cooling the AIDC now and in 2030
Strategies to help data center operators choosing the optimal, future proof, cooling solution, based on latest market data, and technology roadmaps.

Shen Wang
Practice Lead
Data Center Infrastructure
14:30 – 15:00
Innovator panel: cooling the AIDC

Moderator:
Shen Wang
Practice Lead
Data Center Infrastructure
15:30 – 16:00
Securing AI computing now in 2030
Overview of the requirements for OT and IT security going forward. The implication cybersecurity and regulation have on sovereign clouds.

Jonathan Ong
Senior Analyst
Cybersecurity
16:00 – 16:30
What skills will be needed in 2030?
Overview of existing AI skills gaps with analyst projections on how this will evolve going forward. Anticipating the need for new expertise from quantum to neuromorphic and optical computing.

Lyan Jye Su
Chief Analyst
Artificial Intelligence
16:30 – 17:00
What role channel partners will play in the AI data center?
Monetizing ROI and accelerating adoption of AI infrastructure through the help of channel partners.

Yi Zhang
Analyst
Cloud Channels
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Omdia Analyst Summit in Data Center Asia 2025!
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