In an era defined by exponential data growth and digital transformation, the need for intelligent, scalable, and resilient data centers has never been greater. "Architectures for Scalable, Smarter Data Centers" explores the strategic frameworks and design principles that empower organizations to evolve their infrastructure from traditional setups to next-generation, AI-enabled ecosystems. This session delves into proven reference architectures that serve as blueprints for building data centers capable of adapting to dynamic workloads, integrating automation, and optimizing energy efficiency. Attendees will gain insights into modular design, edge-to-core integration, and hybrid cloud strategies that enable seamless scalability and smarter operations. Whether you're modernizing legacy systems or architecting greenfield deployments, this blueprint offers a transformative path from concept to execution—turning vision into breakthrough.