Data is currency in today’s digital economy and networks are the vaults and highways that store, move and protect that currency. Whether you’re a global enterprise or a growing startup, modern data management relies on robust, resilient networking infrastructure. 

At the heart of this critical ecosystem are interconnection hubs like 165 Halsey, a leading colocation facility in the Northeast that helps businesses stay connected, secure and agile. Learn more about how modern data management  works and why you need an interconnection hub like 165 Halsey for peace of mind. 

What is Modern Data Management?

Modern data management refers to the strategies and technologies used to collect, store, process, and distribute data in real-time across multiple environments. This includes cloud, on-premises, hybrid, and edge systems. It’s more than just storage—it’s about making data accessible, secure, and actionable, whether for AI training models, business intelligence, or customer-facing applications.

To function efficiently, modern data management requires high-speed, low-latency connections between users, applications, and infrastructure—and that’s where network-centric data centers like 165 Halsey come in.

Why Network Infrastructure Matters

Networks are no longer just a piece of IT—they are the foundation of digital transformation. Businesses depend on seamless connectivity between multiple clouds, partner ecosystems, branch offices, and data centers. Downtime or bottlenecks aren’t just IT problems—they’re business problems.

165 Halsey enables mission-critical interconnectivity by offering:

  • Carrier-neutral colocation with access to over 60 networks
  • Scalable cross-connects for rapid data exchange
  • Proximity to major metro hubs like New York City
  • Low-latency pathways for data-intensive applications

Whether your business is sending terabytes of data to the cloud or ingesting real-time customer insights, reliable network infrastructure is the bedrock of effective modern data management.

Colocation as an Enabler of Data Strategy

One of the biggest challenges in modern data management is balancing performance, cost, and security. Colocation offers the perfect hybrid strategy—giving you the control of on-prem infrastructure with the connectivity benefits of cloud interconnection.

By housing infrastructure at 165 Halsey, businesses can reduce latency, improve throughput, and maintain full visibility and control of their data environments. It’s also a smart move for businesses adopting hybrid cloud or edge computing strategies.

The Role of Interconnection in Multi-Cloud and AI Workloads

As companies increase their use of multi-cloud environments, data exchange between different platforms becomes more complex. At the same time, AI and machine learning workloads demand massive compute power and fast, efficient data movement. These new use cases are reshaping what “modern data management” really means—and why networks are more important than ever.

Through 165 Halsey’s dense connectivity fabric, enterprises can establish direct cloud on-ramps, connect with partners and services and optimize data workflows across ecosystems.

Why Choose 165 Halsey?

Here’s why 165 Halsey is the destination for businesses prioritizing modern data management:

  • Strategic location in Newark, NJ with cost-effective power and tax advantages
  • 1.2 million square feet of colocation space
  • Redundant power and cooling for high availability
  • Interconnection-rich environment for data exchange

Whether you’re in finance, healthcare, media or government, 165 Halsey delivers the infrastructure needed to manage, secure and mobilize your data at scale.

Ready to optimize your data infrastructure? Explore how 165 Halsey supports modern data management with carrier-neutral colocation, more than 1,650 cabinets offering  unmatched data center availability and unmatched connectivity. Contact us today to learn more.