DATACENTER: power requirements

[Jason Emery <jemery@avenuea.com>]

I am dealing with some upper management who is under the impression that we
should measure the amps drawn by the various pieces of equipment we are
installing to determine the "actual" amperage required. Theory being that we
can save money on our installed power circuits by only installing what is
needed. Does anyone have any feedback on any "real" reason not to do this.
Is power really that expensive? Any rough figures on the cost of installing
and cabling power? Thanks a ton.

Jason Emery
Network Engineer
Avenue A Media