Infrastructure Modernisation FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is infrastructure modernisation, and why is it important?

Infrastructure modernisation involves upgrading and transforming IT systems to meet the demands of contemporary workloads, such as AI, hybrid cloud, and virtualisation. It enhances performance, scalability, and agility, enabling businesses to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

2. What infrastructure models does Lenovo offer for modernisation?

Lenovo provides four primary infrastructure models to support modernisation:

  • 3-Tier Infrastructure: Separate compute, storage, and networking layers, ideal for enterprise applications requiring high performance and vendor flexibility.
  • Converged Infrastructure: Pre-integrated compute, storage, and networking components for simplified deployment with existing architecture patterns.
  • Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI)/Software-Defined Infrastructure (SDI): Unified compute, storage, and virtualisation for virtualised workloads, offering simplicity, fast deployment, and easy scaling.
  • Software-Defined Storage (SDS): Decoupled storage software on standard servers, providing cost-efficiency, hardware freedom, and scalability for hybrid, edge, or multi-cloud workloads. Lenovo Data Storage Central

3. How does Lenovo support AI workloads in infrastructure modernisation?

Lenovo’s infrastructure solutions are designed to accelerate AI workloads by providing high-performance compute, storage, and networking capabilities. The ThinkSystem DG and DM Series, for instance, offer end-to-end NVMe capabilities and superior hybrid cloud flexibility, enabling seamless integration with leading public cloud providers. These solutions support data-intensive AI applications, ensuring optimal performance and scalability. Lenovo Data Storage Central

4. What are the benefits of adopting Lenovo’s infrastructure modernisation solutions?

Adopting Lenovo’s solutions offers several advantages:

Enhanced Performance: High-speed NVMe storage and advanced networking capabilities ensure low latency and fast data processing.
Scalability: Modular designs allow for easy expansion to meet growing business needs.
Flexibility: Support for various workloads, including AI, VDI, and hybrid cloud, provides adaptability to diverse IT environments.
Cost Efficiency: Software-defined solutions and pay-as-you-go models help optimise IT spending.
Security: Built-in ransomware protection and compliance features safeguard critical data. Lenovo Data Storage Central

5. How can businesses assess their readiness for infrastructure modernisation?

Lenovo offers a comprehensive data health check tool to help businesses evaluate their current data landscape. This assessment provides insights into existing infrastructure, identifies potential gaps, and offers recommendations for modernisation strategies tailored to specific business needs. Lenovo Data Storage Central