Realize AI’s True Potential: Meeting Demands with High-Density Colocation

Explore how scalable, proximity-optimized infrastructure - like high-density colocation - is becoming critical for the future of AI

June 6, 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming how we live, work, and interact — powering everything from personalized mobile apps to predictive business operations. Analysts project that AI could contribute up to 15% of global economic output over the next decade.

But as organizations scale up AI investments, they face a critical infrastructure question: how do you place the right compute, at the right density, in the right location — fast enough to keep up? With early AI adoption already pushing the limits of computing, storage, and processing, we’ll explore why scalable, proximity-optimized infrastructure — like high-density colocation — is becoming critical for the future of AI.

The Infrastructure Challenge Behind AI Adoption

AI workloads — especially those involving deep learning and large language models (LLMs) — demand enormous computational power and specialized hardware like GPUs and TPUs. These workloads are data-intensive, power-hungry, and generate significant heat, requiring high-performance environments to operate efficiently.

AI deployments typically involve two major phases, each with unique infrastructure challenges:

AI Training is the phase where models are taught to recognize patterns and relationships in massive datasets. It’s compute- and power-intensive, requiring high-density environments with robust cooling, often including liquid systems.

AI Inference happens after training, when models are put into production to deliver real-time outputs or predictions. It may run on lighter infrastructure, but it demands proximity and low-latency response — especially for edge-based or interactive applications.

As these demands grow, the gap between what traditional data centers can support and what AI workloads require is widening. The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects that electricity demand from data centers will more than double by 2030, with AI as the primary driver. Yet most existing data centers were never built for the power density and thermal loads that AI introduces — and many can’t be retrofitted to support next-gen requirements like liquid cooling.

For organizations scaling AI initiatives, building custom infrastructure is cost-prohibitive and slow. That’s why many are turning to purpose-built, high-density colocation — in the right geographic locations — to deliver the performance, scalability, and proximity AI demands.

Why High-Density Colocation Makes Sense

High-density colocation offers a compelling solution for organizations seeking to support AI workloads without the burdens of constructing and managing their own data centers. By colocating in facilities designed for high-density computing, businesses can leverage:

Enhanced Power and Cooling Capabilities: These facilities are equipped to handle the increased power and cooling requirements of AI hardware, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

Scalable Infrastructure: High-density colocation provides the flexibility to scale resources as needed, accommodating the growing demands of AI applications.

Cost Efficiency: By sharing infrastructure resources, organizations can achieve significant cost savings compared to building and operating dedicated data centers.

Improved Connectivity: Access to robust network infrastructure ensures low-latency connections essential for AI processing and data transfer.

This approach enables organizations to focus on developing and deploying AI solutions, confident that the underlying infrastructure can support their initiatives effectively.

Evocative: High-Density Colocation for AI Workloads

With over 25 years of experience in data center design, installation, and management, Evocative offers high-density colocation solutions tailored to meet the demands of AI workloads. Our facilities are engineered to support the power, cooling, and connectivity requirements essential for AI applications.

Evocative's high-density colocation services provide:

Customizable Configurations: Flexible options to accommodate specific hardware and workload requirements and help you achieve faster time-to-market.

Advanced Cooling Infrastructure: Purpose-built to support the thermal demands of AI, including support for both air and liquid cooling to maintain performance and reliability in high-density environments.

Strategic Locations: Our national footprint supports low-latency connectivity for both training and inference AI workloads.

Key AI Infrastructure Considerations

Location
The physical location of infrastructure plays a pivotal role in AI performance. Proximity to data sources, cloud on-ramps, and end-users reduces latency, accelerates training andinference times, and improves overall responsiveness.

Generative AI
Generative AI models present challenges including bias, consistency, and high energydemands. Ethical safeguards and responsible infrastructure planning are critical.

Data Sovereignty
Varying global data regulations require adaptable infrastructure strategies to ensurecompliance and security across jurisdictions.

Performance & Scalability
As AI models evolve, ensuring infrastructure can scale without compromising performanceis key to long-term success.

Cloud On-Ramps for AI Training
Cloud platforms are powerful for AI training but present challenges in data transfer speed,cost, and compliance — making hybrid environments increasingly attractive.

Sustainability
AI workloads have a growing environmental impact. High-density colocation providesenergy-efficient infrastructure that supports sustainability goals.

Robust Security Measures: Comprehensive security protocols to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Expert Support: A team of experienced professionals dedicated to maintaining optimal facility performance and assisting with infrastructure needs.

Power Your AI Strategy with the Right Infrastructure

Contact Evocative today to explore how our high-density colocation solutions can empower your AI strategies and drive innovation within your organization.