The Microsoft Azure West US 2-Washington data center, situated at 1515 Port Industrial Way in Quincy, WA, USA, is an expansive facility spanning 800,000 square feet. While specific details regarding its gross colocation space and power infrastructure are not publicly available, it’s worth noting that this location is strategically positioned, with four other data centers found within a 50-mile radius. This facility is highly certified, holding significant industry accreditations including HIPAA, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, ISO 22301, ISO 90001, SOX, SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3, underscoring its commitment to compliance and operational excellence.
Microsoft is committed to continually advancing its cloud hardware systems and infrastructure to meet global computing demands. This involves a strong focus on enhancing performance, efficiency, and resiliency, while prioritizing security and sustainability. Current engineering efforts are dedicated to roadmap and lifecycle planning, server provisioning, and developing next-generation datacenter infrastructure. A new blog series, “Hardware Innovation,” will showcase these developments, highlighting their impact on the Microsoft Cloud and Azure’s role in delivering innovative, reliable, and sustainable hybrid cloud solutions.
