When excellence and innovation meet customer-centric professionalism

IT services partner Office-IT, with offices throughout the province of Antwerp, has established itself as a reliable strategic partner. Companies that want to outsource their IT management to a partner that fully understands their business needs and provides the right infrastructure and services to realize their business objectives. Increasingly, these solutions become cloud-based, or involve other forms of datacenter hosting as a means to speed up and secure the customers’ business. At first, Office-IT could rely on their own datacenter to provide the required services. But the gradual increase in number of customers and in security and other requirements made it inevitable to look for an external datacenter. The search for the best party soon led Office-IT to Datacenter United.

 

ISO 27001 and Tier 4: safety and security excellence

The need for security certifications such as ISO 27001, which would be a huge burden on their own datacenters, led Office-IT to decide they should rely on an external datacenter. In their search for a partner, they felt from the very first visit to Datacenter United that they had found the right one, recalls Kurt Liekens, Chief Sales Officer at Office-IT: “As soon as we witnessed the strict access control, we sensed that our data would be far more secure here than at our own locations. The tour that followed, including a second access control to the Tier 4 section of the data center, only enhanced our confidence.”

The Tier 4 feature with full redundancy in power and connectivity, unique in Belgium, was also elemental in Office-IT’s decision to partner with Datacenter United, Kurt Liekens adds: “In discussing the 24/7 access via the badge system, we were particularly satisfied to learn that an extra MFA verification via mobile phone was required. This extra layer of security gives us confidence that our data is optimally protected at all times. In summary, we can say that the stringent security measures, Tier 4 system redundancy, and extra MFA verification convinced us of Datacenter United’s reliability as our data center partner.”

"As we continue to prioritize security and compliance, Datacenter United is committed to staying ahead of the curve by pursuing the latest certifications and adhering to new EU regulations. Achieving standards like ISO 27001 and maintaining our Tier 4 status exemplifies our dedication to safety and security excellence. These certifications are not just badges of honor; they are crucial for ensuring that our clients, like Office-IT, can rely on us for unparalleled data protection. By choosing Datacenter United, companies can avoid the significant burden of managing these certifications
internally, allowing them to focus on their core business with peace of mind." – Said Warnier, CCO Datacenter United

 

Shared sense of aftercare and urgency

“At Office-IT, good aftercare and quick response times are essential. It's reassuring to know that Datacenter United shares these values and delivers consistently”, says Kurt Liekens, “This partnership ensures that both large projects and smaller operational requests are handled with the same urgency and professionalism.” Liekens shares one specific example of Datacenter United's excellent support: “it was during a crucial opportunity where we only had a limited time to act. The Datacenter United team’s skilled and proactive approach allowed us to meet the deadline without compromising the quality of work.”

 

Sustainability: technological advancement and environmental awareness go hand in hand

At Office-IT, sustainable business practices are essential, stresses Kurt Liekens: “In our headquarters in Olen, significant investments have been made in climate technology, making the building almost energy-neutral. These efforts illustrate our commitment to reducing our ecological footprint and promoting sustainability. Our vehicle fleet is transitioning to more environmentally friendly alternatives, and we have expanded our charging infrastructure both at our Olen and Mortsel offices, even financing home chargers for employees with electric vehicles.”

They have discovered the same level of ambition in the sustainability area at Datacenter United. Liekens: “Their sustainable measures reflect their commitment to reducing their ecological footprint and promoting a greener future. Through innovative technologies, green energy sources, advanced cooling systems, responsible waste management, efficient water use, and community engagement (collaborations with schools and universities), they set the standard for sustainability in the data center sector. These efforts demonstrate that technological advancement can go hand in hand with environmental awareness and serve as an inspiration for other companies.”

"As we continue to lead in security and compliance, Datacenter United is equally committed to sustainability, aiming for Ecovadis Gold by 2025. Our dedication to reducing our ecological footprint is evident in our innovative technologies, such as Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC) and Immersive Cooling initiatives, which enhance energy efficiency. We prioritize heat distribution networks and Internet Exchange (IX) strategies to minimize unnecessary internet traffic, further supporting our ecological goals. These efforts, combined with our green energy initiatives and responsible resource management, reflect our belief that technological advancement and environmental responsibility go hand in hand. Clients like Office-IT recognize this commitment, seeing us as the ideal partner for both secure and sustainable data center solutions." According to Warnier.

 

Technology and expertise combined guarantee optimal solutions

Office-IT’s partnership with Datacenter United enables them to provide their clients with the best solutions, remarks Kurt Liekens: “We are confident that with our data center services, we are future-proof and strategically positioned to offer the right long-term solutions. Datacenter United provides us not only with advanced technologies and infrastructure but also with in-depth expertise. This is of
great help in meeting our clients' diverse and complex needs. For an important project, for instance, Datacenter United helped us negotiate with a telecom provider to obtain a shorter lead time for delivering a data line. This collaboration and their negotiation skills ensured we could meet the tight deadlines and provide our client with a seamless transition.”

“The biggest advantage of working with Datacenter United is their deep expertise and advanced technologies”, concludes Liekens, “ This partnership enables us to offer our clients future-proof and reliable data center solutions. Datacenter United supports us not only with the technical aspects but also with strategic planning and coordination, which is crucial for successfully completing complex projects like data center migrations. We also value the open and transparent communication, which aligns perfectly with our own company culture, and their flexibility to provide a tailor-made offering rather than the ‘one size fits all’ approach that we received from some of their competitors.”

 

 

 

Datacenter United comes higly recommended

When asked if he would recommend Datacenter United, Kurt Liekens wholeheartedly confirms: “They are our preferred choice for several reasons. Datacenter United offers state-of-the-art solutions that take our services to the next level, at a very affordable cost. Their technologies are reliable and forward-thinking, giving us confidence in the continuity and security of our data.

Furthermore, their ability to negotiate effectively with telecom providers has helped us meet tight deadlines, allowing us to successfully complete our projects.

Last but not least, the Datacenter United team is always ready to support us, which is essential for the success of our projects. Their dedication to customer satisfaction and their deep technical expertise make them an invaluable partner.”
"We are thrilled to partner with Office-IT and are grateful for the trust they have placed in us.

At Datacenter United, we are committed to providing exceptional service and innovative solutions that empower our clients to achieve their goals. We look forward to continuing our successful collaboration with Office-IT and supporting their growth with our future-proof technologies and unwavering dedication to excellence—qualities that remain at the core of our DNA." -  Xavier Warnier

 

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About Office-IT

With over 20 years of experience, Office-IT is a trusted partner for effective IT management. Focusing on tailored solutions, future-proof strategies, and sustainable long-term relationships, Office-IT excels in delivering secure, continuity-driven, and efficient IT services.

For more information, visit www.office-it.be

 

 

 

 

Do you want to know more about this colaborations, or are you interested in discussing a potential partnership with Datacenter United?
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Do you ask yourself these questions?

✔ Are you ready for the future?
✔ Is your IT infrastructure redundant and secure?
✔ Is your data carbon neutral and sustainable?
✔ Are you well connected?
✔ Is Regulation a constraint for you or not?

 

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Xavier Warnier
T    +32 (0)33 69 36 90
M   +32 (0)493 89 17 00
E    xw@datacenterunited.com