About
The Maryland Data Centers Analysis Group (DCAG-MD) was organized to conduct research on pressing data center topics. Based out of Frederick County, Maryland, DCAG-MD takes the lessons learned from Frederick County and seeks to disseminate information to other counties across the State that are facing similar challenges. Our approach is to identify gaps in knowledge from the evolving Frederick situation and provide well-researched and sourced data (even from outside Maryland); abstract it and make it available to the public, local decision-makers, industry, and others for use in policy formulation, research, and analysis. Our approach is simple--Better Data leads to Better Decisions.
We are managed by an editorial board composed of the three founders. Also, we have affiliated organizations and individuals who have an active interest in data center developments and receive our materials on an advanced basis.
As an all-volunteer organization, we are always looking for volunteers/interns who can assist us with research, database development, social media and website support. We welcome all inquiries to mdanalysisgroup@gmail.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Maryland Data Centers Analysis Group (DCAG-MD)?
We are a volunteer organization dedicated to disseminating verified and well-sourced information on data centers—the changing technology, the policies surrounding them, and the business climate—to local governments, the public, and other interested parties.
The primary focus is to compile data on developments in counties across the State of Maryland and to place this information in the larger context of actions happening locally, nationally, and internationally (especially with regard to technological advancement). At the DCAG-MD we do not advocate; we simply inform.
What is the structure of DCAG-MD?
We are a volunteer organization run by a three-person Editorial Board. Decisions are made by the Board, and to facilitate the process of acquiring data we use planning tools such as Editorial Calendars to help gather information from our Affiliates.
What does it mean to be affiliated with DCAG-MD?
There are two affiliated statuses—Organization and Individual. Affiliation means you get advance notice of products and topics. You will receive calls for information and may recommend topics that will be considered by the Editorial Board.
Organizations and Individuals must have a demonstrated interest in data centers and their development. Affiliated Individuals are those persons who are not a member of one of our Affiliated Organizations and are not likely to be in the future.
Are Affiliates asked to represent the DCAG-MD?
Affiliates are encouraged to use DCAG-MD products for their work—advocacy, analysis, and content development. Affiliates should only speak on behalf of their own organizations.
How do I affiliate with DCAG-MD?
Simply send your request to the Editorial Board at mdanalysisgroup@gmail.com with a brief statement about yourself or organization and its relationship to data centers.