A leading provider of information technology solutions and services, renowned for supporting cutting-edge technology sectors such as oil and gas, broadcasting, government, education, and life sciences, was on a mission to enhance its cloud service offerings. Their clients were increasingly seeking to boost corporate agility while shifting costs from CapEx to OpEx. To meet these demands, the provider sought a new colocation data centre that could support their next-generation service delivery.
Empowering cloud services through our data centre
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The client
The challenge
With the development of their latest cloud services underway – spanning cloud disaster recovery, cloud backup, and cloud network attached storage – the need for a robust and reliable data centre became critical. Ensuring seamless connectivity and availability was paramount to deliver a trustworthy service to their expanding client base.
The solution
Our client selected our state-of-the-art Farnborough facility (FRN1) to underpin their advanced cloud solutions. Datum’s infrastructure offered a compelling combination of robust security, reliability, and flexibility, essential for delivering high-quality cloud services.
Key elements of success:
- Advanced infrastructure: our flagship Farnborough facility features extremely resilient 2N infrastructure, ensuring continuous service availability, which is crucial for cloud-based operations.
- Security: our government-grade secure park location provided an added layer of protection, addressing both physical and digital security needs.
- Client-centric approach: our unwavering focus on client satisfaction was evident throughout the partnership, from the initial migration to ongoing support.
- Flexible deployment: our client now offers tailored deployment options to meet diverse business requirements, thanks to the scalable and adaptable infrastructure at Datum.
“Security and availability were always going to be key and, after a full evaluation of the shortlist, Datum stood out as the clear choice, due in no small part to its government-grade secure park location and extremely resilient 2N infrastructure. Datum’s focus on us as a client is also fully apparent and the helpfulness and attitude of the whole team has been exemplary, making our initial migration very smooth.
Outcomes
The transition to our facility enabled our client to launch significant new solutions confidently. Their enhanced cloud services now deliver unmatched reliability and flexibility, bolstering client satisfaction and trust. The partnership has solidified the provider’s position as a leader in offering advanced, agile, and cost-efficient technology solutions.
By partnering with us, this IT solutions provider successfully navigated the complexities of modern cloud service delivery. The collaboration exemplifies how strategic infrastructure investments can drive innovation, improve service quality, and ultimately deliver long-term value to clients.
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