Global data center strengthens security while expanding processing capacity

Despite having significantly more computing power than a typical hyperscale data center, the facility needed to further increase processing capabilities. Because the site is a critical part of the operator's global network, security and protection requirements were high.

The construction of new infrastructure also introduced operational risks. Any loss of processing capacity during the project could have resulted in substantial financial impacts, making reliable implementation and uninterrupted operations a top priority.

Having successfully used the Software House C•CURE access control from Johnson Control for 15 years, data center leaders selected Johnson Controls to help secure the expanded facility.

Johnson Controls quickly implemented an integrated security solution that included:

• Software House C•CURE access control
• Video surveillance
• Perimeter protection

To support timely delivery, Johnson Controls assigned a dedicated project manager and three engineers on-site from the beginning of the project. This approach provided close oversight of implementation activities and helped ensure installations exceeded deadline expectations.

In addition to physical security capabilities, cybersecurity measures were incorporated throughout the security solution to help protect the facility from evolving threats.

The data center successfully expanded its processing capabilities while maintaining the high levels of security and reliability required for mission-critical operations.

Key outcomes included:

• Greater data processing capacity
• Enhanced physical security across the facility
• Protection against potential security threats
• Installations completed ahead of deadline expectations

As the industry continues to adopt remote Security Operations Centers (SOCs), facility and security managers can remotely monitor operations 24/7 while leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to strengthen security measures.

This global data center operator manages critical digital infrastructure that supports large-scale computing and data processing requirements.