Siemens has been recognized by Frost & Sullivan as the 2024 Global Company of the Year for its outstanding contributions to the data center infrastructure sector. The company’s forward-thinking solutions meet the growing demands of data centers, combining flexibility, energy efficiency, and intelligent automation. Siemens’ integrated offerings reflect deep market insight, driving value for clients navigating digital transformation and sustainability challenges.
The company has carved a unique identity by merging sustainable innovation with complete, end-to-end digital solutions. Its technologies, such as the EcoTech Label, blue GIS, and Heat Reuse Systems, are paving the way for more sustainable and efficient infrastructure management. The EcoTech Label is a transparent environmental rating system that empowers customers to make better sustainability decisions, while blue GIS replaces traditional SF₆ gas-insulated switchgear with a clean air-based alternative, reducing the environmental footprint of electrical infrastructure.
Siemens’ Desigo CC platform and Building X, a cloud-based platform powered by artificial intelligence, deliver transformative insights and enhance comfort, operational efficiency, and energy savings in complex building environments. The company has made measurable progress in reducing emissions, with its technologies helping customers avoid 190 million tons of CO₂ in 2023. Tools like SiGREEN enable real-time tracking of carbon footprints, while AI-driven digital twin technologies support better energy use and smarter decision-making.
The company’s commitment to interoperability is also a standout, with its digital ecosystem, including the Siemens Xcelerator platform, allowing seamless integration of third-party devices and technologies. Xcelerator’s modular, IoT-ready architecture enables organizations to easily integrate and scale solutions based on their unique needs, supporting seamless deployment across different environments. The platform incorporates advanced AI and digital twin technologies, enhancing operational efficiency, enabling real-time insights, and supporting carbon footprint reduction.
Gautham Gnanajothi, Global VP of Research at Frost & Sullivan, highlighted Siemens’ track record, stating that the company brings advanced thinking and cutting-edge technology to the data center industry. Siemens’ ability to deliver strong financial outcomes alongside high-impact technology solutions sets it apart from competitors. The company’s understanding of real-world challenges and market gaps enables it to define the future of efficient, sustainable, and reliable data centers. With its rich legacy of innovation, Siemens continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in the data center infrastructure sector.