Los Angeles is not only one of America’s largest cities, it is
also a global hub for commerce and finance. The region has
a broad and diverse economy, but is most often associated
with the entertainment industry. As Hollywood and other
entertainment properties such as video games embrace
Internet delivery, the Los Angeles data center market has
grown to meet the demand-especially for colocation.
The Los Angeles market typically appeals to users for the
following reasons:
1. CompetitiveColocation/CloudEnvironment – While
not the most competitive in the United States, the
Los Angeles market provides credible options from
operators with a large U.S./global footprint
2. Robust Connectivity – The Los Angeles market
provides data center users with both national and
international connectivity options
3. Favorable Business Climate – The size and wealthcreation history of the area means the greater Los
Angeles area market has an enduring appeal for
entrepreneurs
Los Angeles is a growing data centre market, holding strategic value for users due to the market’s subsea and long-haul fibre anchor points as well as its growing economy. Not only is Los Angeles one of America’s largest cities, but it is also a global hub for commerce and finance. The region has a broad and diverse economy but is most often associated with the entertainment industry. As Hollywood and other entertainment properties such as video games embrace Internet delivery, the Los Angeles data centre market has grown to meet the demand. The entertainment industry has helped drive consistent absorption in Los Angeles, from users requiring colocation solutions as well as cloud providers taking down data centre capacity to serve the market.
Connectivity to domestic and international markets is one of the area’s defining characteristics. Los Angeles is a major access point to diverse long-haul fibre lines linking Phoenix and Las Vegas to the West Coast, as well as routes running along the coast from Mexico to Canada. Los Angeles is also a common subsea cable anchor point and is truly North America’s gateway to the Asia-Pacific market and other international hubs.