The path to the new data center (DC)
The process of moving to a new data center does not have to be fraught with fear or risk. We disconnect, remove, plug in and take over the entire process so that your DC migration goes smoothly. We carry out an end-to-end analysis of the current IT status (AS-IS) and develop a future-proof concept (TO-BE) with you.
Modernization of outdated structures
The data center you have built up over the years is complex and expensive to maintain. Here we can counteract successfully.
The data center you have built up over the years is complex and expensive to maintain. Here we can counteract successfully.
Improve functionality
The migration will make your data center run better. Compatibility of all elements gets increased.
The migration will make your data center run better. Compatibility of all elements gets increased.
Data center relocation
Your needs regarding the location of the running data center have changed due to moving or changing providers.
Your needs regarding the location of the running data center have changed due to moving or changing providers.
Capacity of the data center
When moving to hybrid models or IT consolidation, you need to downsize your data center.
When moving to hybrid models or IT consolidation, you need to downsize your data center.
From analysis to DC commissioning
Strategy, needs and goal assessment
With our ORBIT Manual you know exactly why, when and how you want to migrate your data center.
Our approach to consolidating IT infrastructures is comprehensive and includes a detailed analysis of the current situation.
The form of the migration project depends on the customer's requirements and goals. The overall scenario therefore looks different every time. The exact process, the required resources and a schedule for the migration must be coordinated with this.
The individual project phases of the migration are based on our manual of the ORBIT 160+ methodology.
We start with the draft of the DC strategy , which also contains
- Requirements for the new provider with regard to the data center itself, IT and security
- Basis for the decision to select a DC service provider
- Contract with the provider and creation of compliance documents (outsourcing study)
- DC operating model
With our ORBIT Manual you know exactly why, when and how you want to migrate your data center.
Our approach to consolidating IT infrastructures is comprehensive and includes a detailed analysis of the current situation.
The form of the migration project depends on the customer's requirements and goals. The overall scenario therefore looks different every time. The exact process, the required resources and a schedule for the migration must be coordinated with this.
The individual project phases of the migration are based on our manual of the ORBIT 160+ methodology.
We start with the draft of the DC strategy , which also contains
- Requirements for the new provider with regard to the data center itself, IT and security
- Basis for the decision to select a DC service provider
- Contract with the provider and creation of compliance documents (outsourcing study)
- DC operating model
Migration strategy and calculation
With an individual schedule and true costs into the new data center.
We design your individual path to the new data center step by step and determine the necessary budget based on detailed calculations and considerations:
- How does the technology migration take place in detail
- DC layout, rack layout, which technology is moving, wiring book
- Development of detailed migration flow
- Communication strategy for relevant stakeholder groups
With an individual schedule and true costs into the new data center.
We design your individual path to the new data center step by step and determine the necessary budget based on detailed calculations and considerations:
- How does the technology migration take place in detail
- DC layout, rack layout, which technology is moving, wiring book
- Development of detailed migration flow
- Communication strategy for relevant stakeholder groups
New location, new infrastructure
The new home of your data center is perfectly prepared.
In addition to planning, professional preparation for a data center migration also includes the testing phase of the new location before we continue with the migration and commissioning. In this way, we ensure that all critical infrastructure elements in the new data center function properly.
This includes:
- Preparation and acceptance of the new DC including stress test
- Extension of the DC topology
- Network connection, cable and line systems
- Implementation of the technology
- Test phase
The new home of your data center is perfectly prepared.
In addition to planning, professional preparation for a data center migration also includes the testing phase of the new location before we continue with the migration and commissioning. In this way, we ensure that all critical infrastructure elements in the new data center function properly.
This includes:
- Preparation and acceptance of the new DC including stress test
- Extension of the DC topology
- Network connection, cable and line systems
- Implementation of the technology
- Test phase
The data center migration
Quickly and safely to the newly configured data center
The actual migration can be carried out quickly thanks to the detailed migration plan. We will also carry out the necessary follow-up work for you.
At the same time as the technology shift, the new data center will also be put into operation.
We pay attention to:
- Implementation of the proposed migration according to so-called “migration waves”
Proper protection during transportation
Packaging material, climate boxes, padded pallets
Shock indicators, tilt sensors, seals
Ensuring IT security procedures and transport accompaniment
Handling and transport insurance
After the move, we will switch to the new data center operating model. We switch off the capacities that are no longer needed in the old data center and dispose of them.
Relevant contract management
- Termination of contracts
- Revision of service and license agreements
Quickly and safely to the newly configured data center
The actual migration can be carried out quickly thanks to the detailed migration plan. We will also carry out the necessary follow-up work for you.
At the same time as the technology shift, the new data center will also be put into operation.
We pay attention to:
- Implementation of the proposed migration according to so-called “migration waves”
Proper protection during transportation
Packaging material, climate boxes, padded pallets
Shock indicators, tilt sensors, seals
Ensuring IT security procedures and transport accompaniment
Handling and transport insurance
After the move, we will switch to the new data center operating model. We switch off the capacities that are no longer needed in the old data center and dispose of them.
Relevant contract management
- Termination of contracts
- Revision of service and license agreements
This is what you can expect from a data center migration with ORBIT
With optimal preparation, the move to the new data center can be completed in one weekend!
With optimal preparation, the move to the new data center can be completed in one weekend!
Seamless data center migration without impacting your business or your customers noticing the change.
Seamless data center migration without impacting your business or your customers noticing the change.
Many years of experience based on numerous optimizations and transfers of data centers.
Many years of experience based on numerous optimizations and transfers of data centers.
No matter where you are in migrating your data center, we can get involved in every project phase and make the migration project a success.
No matter where you are in migrating your data center, we can get involved in every project phase and make the migration project a success.
Data center migration based on the ORBIT 160+ methodology, which is based on over 20 years of experience and more than 160 successfully completed projects.
Data center migration based on the ORBIT 160+ methodology, which is based on over 20 years of experience and more than 160 successfully completed projects.
Consolidate your IT with ORBIT
When consolidating your IT infrastructure, you should rely on a partner with a lot of experience.
Successful data center migrations
We have migrated the data centers of numerous companies. See an excerpt here.
