The is arguably the most referenced document in North America. It specifies requirements for data center telecommunications infrastructure, including architecture, cabling, pathways, and redundancy.

Multi-layer physical security, biometric access control, and fire suppression systems. 3. Operational & Security Standards Standards that guide processes once the facility is built: ISO 27001: Information security management. ISO 14001: Environmental management and sustainability goals. Quality management systems for consistent operations. Data Center Knowledge 4. Design Best Practices Scalability: