Data centers have evolved from supporting enterprise IT to powering the digital economy, hosting AI model training, inference, and critical services. This rapid growth places immense pressure on power systems, operations teams, and infrastructure management. However, many facilities still rely on outdated tools like legacy monitoring systems and spreadsheets, which struggle to meet the demands of rising power density, sustainability goals, and security needs. In this discussion, we explore how cloud-native platforms are transforming data center operations, enhancing visibility, efficiency, and scalability. Learn how these changes impact energy providers and the future of infrastructure management.