Global Data Center Capacity to Double by 2030, Driving $3 Trillion in Infrastructure Investment
According to The Manila Times, global data center capacity is projected to double by 2030, prompting nearly $3 trillion in infrastructure investment. This surge is driven by escalating demand for AI-driven computing and cloud services, which require high-performance, custom-engineered components. Xometry, Inc. (NASDAQ: XMTR), a global AI-native marketplace for custom manufacturing, is responding to these industry demands by offering a single-platform procurement solution for critical data center infrastructure components.
Multi-Process Manufacturing Capabilities Support High-Demand Components
Xometry leverages a vetted network of manufacturing partners and more than 20 production processes to deliver precision components. These include high-performance CNC machining for thermally and electrically conductive metal parts, precision sheet metal fabrication for structural enclosures and racks, injection molding for high-volume plastic components, and additive manufacturing for rapid prototyping and short-run production. The company’s platform supports components essential for power distribution systems, liquid cooling infrastructure, and cable management systems.
Integrated Platform Enables Scalable, Transparent Sourcing
One of the key challenges in data center construction is managing supply chain complexity across multiple suppliers and manufacturing methods. Xometry’s platform addresses this by enabling multi-process sourcing on a single interface. The suite includes real-time quoting with instant pricing and lead time estimates, production scalability across a global network of partners, supply chain oversight with consistent quality standards, and full documentation for compliance. The platform integrates with enterprise procurement systems such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, and Microsoft Dynamics.
“The traditional manufacturing procurement process is struggling to keep pace with the growth in AI infrastructure. Xometry closes that gap, giving engineers and procurement teams a single platform to source, qualify, and scale every component their build requires, with the compliance documentation and supply chain visibility that programs demand,” — Sanjeev Singh Sahni, President at Xometry.
Compliance, Traceability, and Workflow Automation for Enterprise Buyers
Xometry provides centralized compliance features, including material traceability and certified quality standards. The platform supports full documentation for regulatory and audit purposes, which is especially important for large-scale data center deployments. Project management and workflow automation allow teams to sync orders, approvals, and collaboration directly with procurement software. According to the report, this integration reduces administrative overhead and accelerates time-to-production.
- Supports 20+ manufacturing processes
- Integrates with SAP Ariba, Coupa, and Microsoft Dynamics
- Offers real-time pricing and lead time data
- Manages components for power, cooling, and enclosures
- Facilitates material traceability and certified quality
Industry Context: Rising Demand for Custom Components in AI Infrastructure
The data center industry is undergoing rapid expansion, with global capacity expected to grow from ~1,000 exabytes in 2023 to over 2,000 exabytes by 2030, according to the JLL 2026 Global Data Center Outlook, cited in the source. This growth is fueled by AI model training, edge computing, and 5G rollout. Companies like Microsoft, Google, and Meta are investing heavily in new data centers, often requiring custom-designed housings, cooling systems, and power distribution units. Xometry’s ability to scale precision manufacturing across multiple processes positions it as a strategic supplier for both OEMs and system integrators.
Similar initiatives are underway by other players. For example, Flexport has expanded its digital procurement tools for industrial buyers, and Siemens has enhanced its digital twin capabilities for factory and infrastructure planning. However, Xometry’s AI-native marketplace and single-platform integration for multi-process sourcing represent a unique differentiator in a fragmented manufacturing ecosystem.
Source: www.manilatimes.net
Compiled from international media by the SCI.AI editorial team.
