Data processing centres (DPCs) represent an ever-growing industry in both importance and scale, but they also face increasing challenges. Downtimes and service interruptions are a concern for data centre owners and managers. Smart technologies in grounding and lightning protection systems are high-impact tools for infrastructure security, data and equipment integrity and service continuity.

The asset life cycle refers to the entire process that assets undergo, from their initial acquisition to their final disposal. This concept is fundamental to asset management, as it enables organisations to understand and effectively manage their investments over time. In the maintenance phase, the application of intelligent technology that allows for the anticipation of any critical repairs, thereby extending their useful life.