Milliseconds matter in today’s always-on digital economy. Whether it’s streaming a live sporting event, processing IoT data from connected devices or supporting real-time financial transactions, businesses know that performance is directly tied to proximity. The closer your infrastructure is to your end users and critical network interconnection points, the faster and more reliable the experience. Edge data center colocation is the best way to ensure you’re always connected.
That’s where edge data center colocation comes in and why 1623 Farnam’s location and services are uniquely positioned to help organizations gain a competitive advantage.
What Is Edge Data Center Colocation?
Edge data center colocation is the practice of placing your IT infrastructure in a strategically located facility that sits physically closer to your users, applications and network routes. Instead of housing servers in a single distant, centralized data center, edge deployments bring compute and storage capabilities into regional or local hubs.
Colocating in an edge facility offers the best of both worlds: you avoid the costs and complexities of building and managing your own data center, while gaining the benefits of strategic positioning, scalability, and robust connectivity that comes with a purpose-built, professionally managed facility.
Why Latency Reduction Matters
Latency, which is the delay before data transfer begins after an instruction, is one of the most critical factors influencing application performance. In industries like e-commerce, finance, gaming and healthcare, even small delays can have outsized impacts:
- E-commerce: Slower page load times can lead to abandoned carts and lost revenue.
- Gaming: Lag interrupts gameplay, frustrating users.
- Healthcare: Telemedicine and real-time imaging rely on consistent, low-latency connections.
By placing infrastructure at the edge, you shorten the distance data has to travel, significantly reducing latency and improving application responsiveness.
Building for the Edge
At 1623 Farnam, our edge data center colocation solutions are designed to position you closer to your customers and key network routes. Located in Omaha, Nebraska , a central hub on the U.S. internet backbone, we offer:
- Proximity to End Users: Omaha’s location allows businesses to serve both coasts and the Midwest efficiently.
- Rich Interconnection Ecosystem: Direct access to 60+ carriers, cloud on-ramps, and the Omaha IX internet exchange.
- Hybrid and Multi-Cloud Options: Direct, secure connections to major cloud platforms like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud via on-ramps.
- Scalable Colocation Space: From single cabinets to private cages, with the flexibility to grow as your needs evolve.
Our carrier-neutral facility gives you the freedom to choose the providers and services that work best for your business, without vendor lock-in.
Beyond Connectivity: A Full Suite of Services
Colocating at 1623 Farnam means more than just space and power. We provide:
- Remote Hands: On-site technical support for equipment reboots, installs, or troubleshooting.
- Interconnection Services: Low-latency cross connects to carriers, cloud providers and other tenants within the facility.
- Security & Redundancy: 24/7 access control and manned security, video surveillance and redundant power and cooling to keep your infrastructure safe and always online.
These services allow you to focus on your applications and customers while we handle the operational side of your data center environment.
Real-World Applications
Edge data center colocation at 1623 Farnam benefits a wide range of industries, including:
- Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): Store popular content closer to end users for faster streaming and downloads.
- IoT and Smart Infrastructure: Process sensor data locally to support real-time decision-making.
- Financial Services: Speed up transactions and reduce latency for trading and analytics platforms.
- Healthcare: Enable faster telehealth sessions and secure, rapid transfer of medical imaging data.
Our strategic location in Omaha, combined with a robust service portfolio, ensures these industries can deliver reliable, high-performance digital experiences.
The Strategic Value of Choosing 1623 Farnam
The demand for low-latency services and real-time experiences is only growing. Organizations that embrace edge data center colocation now will be ready to meet these demands head-on. At 1623 Farnam, we combine prime location, deep interconnection, and flexible colocation services to help you reach your customers faster and more efficiently.
Whether you need a cabinet, a cage or an entire room, paired with direct connections to carriers, cloud providers, and peering exchanges, we have the infrastructure and expertise to support your edge strategy.
If your applications depend on speed, reliability and scalability, it’s time to think about the edge and why 1623 Farnam should be your partner in making it happen. Explore our colocation services and contact us today to schedule a tour.