The 451 Group, through its operating division Uptime Institute provides thought leadership and professional services that address the dynamic nature of an expanding data center ecosystem – from facilities to the hardware and software stacks to ‘IT as a service’ – and its profound implications for the way enterprises plan, build and manage their IT environments. In addition, through 451 Advisors, The 451 Group provides consulting services to enterprises, IT vendors, and service providers, and, through 451 Events, runs premier technology summits and conferences around the world. The 451 Group is headquartered in New York, with offices in key locations.