Schneider Electric Evolves into an 'Operating Platform' for the AI Datacenter Era
With the proliferation of generative AI, the core competitive advantage in the datacenter industry is shifting from servers to power, cooling, and operational efficiency. At Datacenter Korea 2026, Schneider Electric showcased the UPS Galaxy VXL, liquid cooling solution MCDU-25, modular EcoStruxure Pod Data Center, and an operating platform based on EPMS and BMS, presenting an integrated AI datacenter strategy spanning from power grid to cooling and digital operations. While competitors like Vertiv demonstrate strength in liquid cooling and AI datacenter construction experience, and Siemens leads with digital twin and industrial software capabilities, Schneider's differentiation lies in integrating power, cooling, building management, predictive maintenance, and operational software into a single platform. As a result, Schneider is receiving recognition as it evolves from a mere equipment supplier into an 'operating platform company' that manages datacenters comprehensively in the AI era, strengthening its market competitiveness.














