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May/June 2019 I 21 FIGURE 11: A completed and well-commissioned data center leads to both a happy data center and a happy client. KEY TAKEAWAYS A commissioning plan is an intricate process critical to improving system performance and to ensuring a well-tuned, high-quality, and reliable data center operation. Questions to ask include: • Did the program/pre-design logical architecture transform into a properly designed physical ICT cabling infrastructure in the design/ planning phase? • Did the installation adhere to the QA guidelines and test procedures of the construction/ build phase? • Did the project pass both the visual inspection criteria and performance testing as required in the acceptance phase? • Finally, were all the expectations and objectives of the commissioning team met and all documentation submitted in the final commissioning report to the client? The best solution to protect the data center's ICT cabling infrastructure against mayhem, such as downtime, is to do it right the first time. Tailor a cabling QA and testing plan into a comprehensive commissioning plan. The result will be a happy client with a positive ROI and the continued "building" of the ICT company's excellence and trusted reputation in the industry! BIOGRAPHY: David "Bo" Conrad recently celebrated his 35 years as a BICSI member and an RCDD. He also holds Tech III and former BICSI ATF (Master) Instructor certifications. His current role is with Align as regional business development manager and also as a senior project manager co-managing operations. Bo's specialty is in design/build of Class/Tier 3-4 ICT data center white spaces, ISP Co-Los, and large commercial building installations. Bo has authored, produced, and instructed six industry-recognized manufacturer cable/connectivity and industry trade organization contractor warranty training programs. He is also a former instructor for Berkley and the University of California, Santa Cruz and an owner/operator for 17 years of two BICSI ATF schools in California and the ATF curriculum in Hawaii. Bo is one of the founders and a long-time member of the ANSI TIA 568 committee. He has served on numerous BICSI committees, including ATF/ITSIM and exam writing committees, and he is a contributing author to the TDMM and former Wi-Fi and residential standards. He is also a frequent speaker at regional BICSI events. Bo holds an MBA and a BS in engineering. Bo can be reached at bconrad@align.com.

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