Can Next-Gen Data Centers Revolutionize Oil & Gas Asset Tracking?

“By 2027, global investment in next-gen data centers is projected to exceed $400 billion, with oil and gas emerging as one of the fastest adopters,” according to Gartner. These AI-powered hubs, with their massive processing capacity and real-time analytics, are redefining how the industry monitors pipelines, rigs, and remote assets spread across challenging terrains. This isn’t just a technological leap — it’s a strategic shift towards smarter, safer, and more sustainable operations. The Role Data Centers Play in Oil & Gas Supply Chain Asset Tracking According to McKinsey & Company companies leveraging advanced data center infrastructure in their supply chains see up to 30% gains in operational efficiency. In oil and gas, where a single hour of downtime can cost over $1 million, this efficiency isn’t optional — it’s critical. Modern data centers function as the “digital nerve centers,” aggregating IoT signals from pipelines, refineries, shipping fleets, and even s...