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PartnershipMay 6, 2026, 01:55 PM

Digital Realty Partners with DCD Academy for Talent Development

AI Summary

Digital Realty announced a strategic partnership with DCD Academy to enhance talent development for its global operations workforce. The collaboration introduces the Operations Workforce Development Program, which combines Digital Realty's onboarding with DCD Academy's education platform. This initiative aims to address the industry-wide skills gap, lower barriers to entry, and provide career opportunities, including industry-recognized certifications like the Data Center Technician (DCT) certification.

Key Highlights

  • Digital Realty partnered with DCD Academy for talent development.
  • Launched Operations Workforce Development Program for global operations workforce.
  • Program includes New Hire Accelerate Pathways for engineers.
  • Aims to address industry-wide skills gap and expand career opportunities.
  • Requires no prior technical experience for aspiring data center professionals.
  • Participants achieve Data Center Technician (DCT) certification.
  • Offers opportunity for seven additional advanced certifications from DCD Academy.