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IFMA IT Community
Data Center Facilities Management Working Group
The IFMA Data Center Facilities Management Working Group exists to advance the practice of facilities management within data center environments by developing industry-relevant guidance, sharing practitioner knowledge, and producing thought-leadership content that bridges the gap between traditional FM competencies and the specialized demands of mission-critical infrastructure.
We are committed to fostering a collaborative community of facilities professionals who recognize that data centers represent one of the most technically demanding and rapidly evolving sectors in the built environment. Through structured inquiry, best practice development, and peer-driven knowledge sharing, this working group will serve as a resource for current and aspiring data center FM practitioners while strengthening IFMA’s position as the authority on facilities management across all facility types.
VISION
To be recognized as the premier professional community advancing the intersection of facilities management and data center operations, equipping FM professionals with the knowledge, frameworks, and career pathways needed to lead in this critical sector.
SCOPE & OBJECTIVES
This working group operates at the intersection of traditional facilities management and the specialized requirements of data center environments. Our scope encompasses the full lifecycle of data center facilities, from design and construction through operations, maintenance, and eventual decommissioning.
Develop best practice guidelines tailored to data center facilities management that complement existing IFMA competency areas.
Produce white papers, case studies, and educational content that positions IFMA as a thought leader in data center FM.
Identify and address knowledge gaps in FM education as they relate to mission-critical and high-availability environments.
Create a forum for cross-pollination between data center operators, FM professionals, engineers, and technology providers.
Attract data center industry professionals to IFMA membership through the demonstrated value of working group outputs.
Direct IT operations, network architecture, or software-layer management (unless directly impacting the physical facility).
Vendor product endorsements or procurement recommendations for specific solutions.
Certification or credentialing programs (though the group may recommend topics to IFMA’s education programs).
Certification or credentialing programs (though the group may recommend topics to IFMA’s education programs).
Best Practice Pillars
- Safety + Security
- Resiliency + Operations
- Sustainability + Energy
- Regulatory + Compliance
- Technology + Innovation
- Workforce + Education
- Community + Industry Engagement
Participating Organizations
How to get Involved
We meet online approximately every three weeks. If you would like to contribute time and or content to support our working group, please contact us via https://it.ifma.org/contact-us/
