Innov8 specialises in Data center consulting and advisory services that help businesses optimise their IT infrastructure by providing expertise in various areas like site selection, design, construction, and operations. These services are crucial for ensuring data centers are efficient, resilient, and aligned with business goals, especially in the face of evolving technology and increasing demands.
Key aspects of our data center consulting and advisory services:
- Site Selection and Due Diligence:
- Evaluating potential locations for data centers, considering factors like power availability, network connectivity, and environmental conditions.
- Masterplanning, Design, and Optimization:
- Developing comprehensive plans for data center layout, infrastructure, and systems, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, and optimizing for efficiency and performance.
- Upgrade, Retrofit, and Refurbishment:
- Modernizing existing data centers to meet current and future demands, including upgrades to cooling systems, power infrastructure, and security measures.
- Sustainability and ESG:
- Focusing on reducing environmental impact and promoting sustainable practices, such as energy efficiency and waste reduction, as well as incorporating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors.
- Specialist Consulting Services:
- Providing expertise in specific areas like acoustic consulting, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), vibration analysis, and more.
- End-to-End Project Lifecycle Support:
- Advising and managing data center projects from initial concept through design, construction, and ongoing operations.
- Adaptation for AI and Advanced Workloads:
- Designing data centers to accommodate the unique requirements of artificial intelligence (AI), high-performance computing (HPC), and other advanced workloads.
- Business Case Development and Techno-Economic Validation:
- Evaluating the financial viability and feasibility of data center projects.
- Risk Management and Security:
- Assessing and mitigating risks associated with data center operations, including physical security, cybersecurity, and business continuity.