In a world increasingly driven by data, the infrastructure behind our digital lives is evolving at an unprecedented pace.
Earlier this year Linesight's VP of Global Supply Chain Derek McNamara, sat down with John Sammon, Googles Global Program Controls Manager for EMEA and APAC, as part of our Influential leaders video series spotlighting the leaders shaping the next generation of data centre construction.
From shifting market forces and sustainability pressures to the rise of AI and cloud computing, the demands on data infrastructure are transforming rapidly. Over the course of these discussions, we explore how these industry pioneers are adapting to global supply chain challenges by embracing cutting-edge technologies to build smarter, faster, and more resilient facilities.
John Sammon and Derek McNamara discuss Google's priorities regarding data centre development
John Sammon and Derek McNamara discuss global supply chain challenges
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John Sammon
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Derek McNamara
John Sammon
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John Sammon
John is a seasoned Project Controls Manager at Google, overseeing strategic program governance and cost control across the EMEA and APAC regions. With a strong foundation in construction cost management, John brings over two decades of experience in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial oversight for complex infrastructure projects. Prior to joining Google, he worked as a Cost Manager, where he led cost planning and risk management for a number of data centre and commercial clients.
John Sammon: Project Controls Manager at Google for EMEA and APAC
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Derek McNamara
Derek McNamara is Linesight's Vice President of Global Supply Chain Management. Over his 25+ year career, he has held senior roles at industry leaders including Google, Honeywell, and Tyco Electronics, where he drove transformative programs in engineering and supply chain excellence. An MBA graduate and certified Lean Green Belt, Derek is known for leading operations, infrastructure, and supply chain initiatives across global markets, delivering measurable improvements in cost, quality, and operational efficiency.
Derek McNamara: Vice President of Global Supply Chain Management
Linesight is a global leader in providing strategic guidance and support for the delivery of world-class data center facilities tailored to meet the evolving needs of the digital economy.
Partnering closely with multinational owner-operated and global wholesale data centre providers, Linesight offers strategic project, supply chain and cost management services, specifically designed to address complex operational challenges, guiding clients every step of the way in delivering efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable data centres.
