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Malarvizhi Sankaranarayanasamy
Malarvizhi Sankaranarayanasamy

Malarvizhi Sankaranarayanasamy

Hitachi America R&D
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Malarvizhi Sankaranarayanasamy, based in Mountain View, CA, US, is currently a Senior Researcher, Big Data Analytics Solutions Lab at Hitachi America Ltd.. Malarvizhi Sankaranarayanasamy brings experience from previous roles at Hitachi America Ltd., National University of Singapore and Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AAAI). Malarvizhi Sankaranarayanasamy holds a National University of Singapore.


Capacity Reimagined: A Hybrid Analytics Portfolio for Datacenter Supply Chain & Operational Growth

This talk addresses the challenges of scaling data center operations amidst volatile supply chains by introducing a portfolio-based analytics framework. Combining traditional methods like risk analytics and hazard function models with advanced AI techniques, such as large language models and probabilistic graphical models, the framework enhances supply chain resilience. It evaluates survival probabilities for critical equipment with lead times exceeding 120 weeks, pinpointing risks from material shortages and logistics constraints. Insights enable targeted risk mitigation, dynamic resource allocation, and robust capacity management. A colocation case study highlights reduced bottlenecks and improved supply-demand alignment. Attendees will learn to bridge traditional forecasting with AI-driven strategies, ensuring scalable, resilient operations. Beyond colocation centers, these techniques empower organizations to detect disruptions, optimize supplier collaboration, and accelerate capacity expansion while minimizing delays and service-level violations. This session provides a practical roadmap for adopting an integrated, forward-looking supply chain strategy.