# Advantages of a Data Center Provider Source: https://expedient.com/knowledgebase/blog/2013-05-02-advantages-of-a-data-center-provider/ [](#) # Advantages of a Data Center Provider May 02, 2013 3 min Read ## Is it time to explore a data center hosting solution? As your company grows and your computing needs evolve, you may find yourself facing the all too familiar dilemma of build vs. buy: - **_To Build -_** Build upon or remediate your existing in-house data center, relying on the expertise and resources of your internal IT staff to ensure the availability and security of your system. - **_To Buy -_** Employ the services of a data center provider, freeing up internal resources, and relying on their expert service and support to ensure the viability of your computing network. While both sides offer their own unique set of advantages, for many small to midsize companies the argument for seeking the services of a [data center provider](https://www.expedient.com/the-data-centers/ "Data Centers") can be compelling. Not only do theses services reduce (or in many scenarios eliminate) the expenses associated with investing, maintaining and upgrading your IT infrastructure. But, through data center providers like Expedient, you also benefit from the services and expertise of an in-house group of technicians - whose central focus is the security, availability and maintenance of your applications and mission critical data. Compare the differences between an in-house data center and an Expedient enterprise grade data center. Download the Expedient [**\_Not all Data Centers are Created Equal Guide \_**](http://bit.ly/RBILC5)for more information. #### 4 Points to Consider when evaluating the Build vs. Buy scenario As you explore the advantages of seeking the services of a third-party data center solution, Expedient has developed this list of questions to consider: - **_Is your data growing exponentially?_** - **_Is your equipment reaching the end of its life?_** - **_Do you need high availability and disaster recovery for a critical application?_** - **_Are you thinking about moving to the cloud?_** Learn more about the advantages of a data center solution provider. [Visit Expedient](https://www.expedient.com/the-data-centers/schedule-a-tour/ "Schedule A Data Center Tour") for more information. _As Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Jonathan Rosenson is responsible for overseeing organizational functions that drive growth at Expedient. Jon additionally acts as an external spokesperson conveying the Expedient story._ [_Follow him_](https://x.com/rosenson) _on Twitter._ #### #### #### #### [ ![Jonathan Rosenson](https://res.cloudinary.com/dvlpy3tua/image/upload/fl_sanitize/uploads/jon-rosenson.jpg) Jonathan RosensonPresident & Chief Operating Officer ](/knowledgebase/blog/authors/jonathan-rosenson) [data centers](/knowledgebase/blog/tag/data%20centers) ### Related Posts [ #### The VMware Wait Tax: Why Every Quarter of Delay... Inaction on a VMware migration is widely treated as a neutral position, a de... Learn More ](/knowledgebase/blog/2026-08-04-the-vmware-wait-tax-why-every-quarter-of-delay-has-a-price-tag/)[ #### The Great Inversion What was easy is now hard. What was hard is now easy. {% include blog-key-... Learn More ](/knowledgebase/blog/2026-07-29-the-great-inversion/)[ #### Your New Cloud Strategy: Rebalancing for Cost a... {% include blog-key-takeaways.html items=page.key\_takeaways %} A few years a... Learn More ](/knowledgebase/blog/2026-07-15-your-new-cloud-strategy-rebalancing-for-cost-and-performance/) ## Subscribe to Our Blog VMware September 29th, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET ## It’s Time to Decide Your VMware Path [Join us →](https://go.expedient.com/VMWarePath) ### VMware September 29th, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET ## It’s Time to Decide Your VMware Path [Join us →](https://go.expedient.com/VMWarePath)