EVENT TITLE: One Day Workshop on “Emerging Trends in Cloud Data Centers and IT Delivery”

DATE: 11.9.2025

Time: 01.30 PM – 04.30 PM

No.Participants: 125-MSc -ADS students                                                  

Venue: 1st Floor Gallery Hall, Block 5

EVENT CONVENER: Dr.N.Vijayalakshmi Associate Professor & HOD-BCA(Data Science)

EVENT Coordinators: Dr.R. RenugaDevi, Associate Professor, Data Science

Dr.S.Sarada, Associate Professor, Data Science

Mr.D.B.Shanmugam, Assistant Professor, Data Science

Resource Person:

Mr. MariswaranSelvarajan, Head – Data Center / Cloud IT Delivery, Chennai

Mr. Mariswaran Selvarajan is a seasoned Technology Leader with 25 years of experience in Data Centers, Cloud, Edge, Networks, Security, IoT, and Digital Transformation. Currently serving as the Head of Digital Infrastructure Management at L&T , he leads a 100+ member team delivering cutting-edge solutions across Telco, Enterprise, and Manufacturing sectors.

  • Digital Infrastructure Leadership – Pioneering large-scale deployments in Data Centers, Private 5G, Cloud, and Edge ecosystems.
  • Innovation & R&D – Designed Immersion Cooling Edge Data Centers and developed CogniVUTM, an AI-driven service delivery & monitoring platform.
  • Large-Scale Transformation – Led a ₹200 Cr+ State Data Center project enabling enterprise business transformation and architected 5G labs and Customer Experience Centers.
  • Strategic Wins & Recognitions – Secured multi-million-dollar deals in Managed Services, Private 5G, and Edge Solutions. Awarded by L&T for creating green, sustainable edge data centers with PUE 1.03 efficiency.
  • Global Experience – Extensive engagement with clients in India, the U.S., Netherlands, and Singapore on technology consulting and strategy.

Summary of the Event:

Software-Defined Infrastructure (SDI):

  1. The trend toward software-defined networking (SDN) and software-defined storage (SDS) was highlighted.
  2. It enables flexibility, automation, and centralized management of cloud data center resources.
  • Edge and Fog Computing Integration:
    1. Edge data centers are emerging to process data closer to end-users, reducing latency.
    2. Integration with central cloud data centers ensures faster response times for IoT, AI, and real-time applications.
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Automation in Data Centers:
    1. AI-driven workload management and predictive maintenance optimize resource utilization.
    2. Automation reduces manual intervention, improving efficiency and reducing downtime.
  • Energy Efficiency & Green Data Centers:
    1. Focus on renewable energy sources, liquid cooling, and power usage effectiveness (PUE) metrics.
    2. Sustainability practices are becoming critical due to rising energy costs and environmental concerns.
  • Security Enhancements:
    1. Adoption of Zero Trust security models and advanced encryption methods.
    2. AI-powered threat detection and compliance management are essential to safeguard cloud workloads.
  • Hybrid and Multi-Cloud Strategies:
    1. Enterprises increasingly prefer hybrid and multi-cloud deployments for flexibility, risk reduction, and cost optimization.
    2. Interoperability and cloud portability are major focus areas.

OUTCOMES OF THE PROGRAM:( Based of SDG)

The program aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

SDG 4: Quality Education: Provided life skill sand knowledge essential for personal and professional growth.

SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth aims to promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.

SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, focuses on building resilient infrastructure, promoting inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and fostering innovation.

SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities seeks to make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.

OutCome:

  1. Emerging interest in preparing data centers to integrate with quantum computing in the near future.
  2. Anticipated impact on cryptography and large-scale data processing.
  3. Overall, the program was engaging, impactful, and aligned with the department’s vision ofholistic education and SDG advocacy.

FEEDBACK:

Participant Feedback and Observations:

  • The event was well-organized, with smooth registration and timely scheduling.
  • Facilities and technical support met expectations, though a few noted that breakout sessions could be improved with better AV setup.
  • Include more practical labs or simulations to apply concepts hands-on.
  • Extend the duration or offer follow-up sessions for deeper dives into topics like cloud security and hybrid cloud strategies.
  • Provide post-workshop networking opportunities or forums for continued discussion.
  • Participants reported increased confidence in understanding current and future trends in cloud data centers.
  • Many expressed interest in exploring certifications or advanced courses related to cloud computing and IT delivery models.

Overall Feedback:

  • Participants reported increased confidence in understanding current and future trends in cloud data centers.
  • Many expressed interest in exploring certifications or advanced courses related to cloud computing and IT delivery models.