Thinking On Paper Data center outages: why two thirds are human error and how Entangl's deterministic AI fixes it
Jan 22, 2026
The conversation dives into the staggering truth that two-thirds of data center outages are due to human error, often from simple mistakes like flipping the wrong switch. Shapol reveals how AI can automate operations, changing this narrative. He discusses the innovative use of VR for training engineers without risk and the challenges of outdated processes. Excitingly, he also shares visions of space-based data centers and the future roles of humans in an increasingly autonomous world. It's a fascinating peek into technology’s promise!
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Integrate With Building Monitoring
- Integrate AI with the building monitoring system (BMS) to spot impending failures in real time.
- Use those alerts to generate exact work instructions that prevent downtime before it happens.
Automate Procedure Generation
- Automatically generate and keep procedures updated from the actual design and asset changes.
- Detect new assets (like a generator) and update drawings and procedures immediately to avoid stale docs.
Design Shaped By Lead Times
- Design constraints often come from supply lead times for switchgear and generators.
- Entangl feeds operational learnings back to design to add redundancy where incidents repeat.