In this Issue:
- Groundbreaking of Involta’s Pittsburgh Data Center
- Construction Update of Involta’s Cleveland Data Center
- Involta Knows Healthcare
- Top Industry Leaders Join Involta Management Team
- DuctSox and Involta Collaborate to Design Effective, Energy-Efficient Cooling for Data Centers
Involta Announced New Data Center in Western Pennsylvania with UPMC as Anchor Tenant
In October, Involta announced plans to build a data center in Armstrong County, Pa. UPMC, a leading integrated healthcare provider and insurer, will be the anchor tenant and selected Involta to build, own and operate the multi-tenant facility in the Northpointe Business Park. The high-security, concurrently maintainable data center will also house mission-critical computer systems and provide related managed services for other Involta clients from the vibrant Pittsburgh technology sector.
Pittsburgh-based UPMC is the largest nongovernmental employer in Pennsylvania, with 60,000 employees, more than 20 hospitals, more than 500 doctors’ offices and outpatient sites, and a 3 million-member Insurance Services Division. Affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC ranks No. 12 in the U.S. News & World Report Annual Honor Roll of America’s Best Hospitals.
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Cleveland Area Data Center Construction Update
Construction on Involta’s Independence, OH data center continues to progress as expected. Our construction team’s dedication and focus, combined with mild weather, all help to keep the project on track for an April 2017 grand opening.
“The data center is rapidly coming together,” said Tom Lang, Data Center Manager – Ohio Region. “From here we move quickly from equipment delivery and installation, to powering-up the electrical infrastructure and commissioning activities.”
Milestones Met
- Roof – decking and final seal is complete
- Data Center – flooring is poured and complete
- Electrical Equipment – currently being delivered, placed and installed
- Telecommunications Equipment – currently being delivered
- HVAC Equipment – onsite and currently being installed
What’s Next
- Installation of electrical panels and transformers
- Installation of doors and windows
- Delivery and installation of office siding
- Installation of data center hall infrastructure
Involta Knows Healthcare
Knowing healthcare, technology and our client’s associated challenges embodies Involta’s brand promise of Superior Infrastructure, Operational Excellence, and People Who Deliver. Involta’s innovative technology services support mission critical healthcare platforms for Precision Medicine, PACs/Imaging, Data Analytics, Telemedicine, and multiple Electronic Health Records applications.
Nearly 40% of Involta’s business is made of up of healthcare clients – our clients span 13 states and manage more than 6,300 beds and 8,500 physicians. Download our infographic to learn more about Involta’s healthcare expertise.
Healthcare CIOs faced a variety of challenges during 2016, including the following
technology-related issues:
- 19% have experienced a security breach in the last year
- 28% have experienced data loss in the last year
- 40% have experienced an unplanned outage in the last year
Looking ahead, PWC predicts 2017 will present another year of uncertainty with respect to healthcare policy. To help mitigate uncertainty, consider partnering with Involta – our team is well-versed in healthcare trends and how to mitigate challenges associated with technology.
Involta understands that healthcare providers care first and foremost about their patients. As your strategic partner, Involta can help you focus on what’s most important. We make your job easier by offering reliability and protection for your IT infrastructure. Contact us to learn more about our PULSE Platform℠ or request a complimentary consultation.
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Top Industry Leaders Join Involta Management Team
In November, Involta welcomed top technology industry professionals to the company’s management team – Jim Buie joined as Chief Financial Officer and Mike Vignato as Chief Sales Officer.
Buie joins Involta with more than 25 years of executive experience with companies including ViaWest, Comcast and AT&T, where he built a distinctive reputation for scaling businesses and delivering industry-leading results. In his previous roles, Buie was heavily involved with finance, sales and large business acquisitions. A unique mix of finance, operations and sales experience allows Buie to deliver transformative business plans that connect people, processes and technology. Buie is committed to developing finance and technology professionals by leveraging organizations like the Association for Corporate Growth, Financial Executives International and AFCOM.
Vignato has more than 20 years of experience in the information technology field, and most recently developed and executed sales growth strategies for clients as the Executive Vice President of the Antara Group. An executive with an entrepreneurial mind, Vignato has led organizations with innovative thought-leadership, excellent planning and best-practice solutions. Vignato specializes in building profitable companies, IT infrastructure services, technology consulting, revenue growth and cost containment.
“Jim and Mike each bring a wide range of experience and expertise to the Involta management team,” said Bruce Lehrman, Involta CEO. “They have led various sized organizations through transformation and growth, and will provide important perspectives as Involta continues to grow.”
In 2016, Involta experienced tremendous growth and announced the construction of two new data centers – Independence, OH and Northpointe, PA. Involta clients now have access to 14 colocation facilities, over 5,500 miles of fiber, and an expert bench of nearly 200 employees.
DuctSox and Involta Collaborate to Design Effective,
Energy-Efficient Cooling for Data Centers
In the world of data centers, it’s important to keep cool. That’s why Involta and DuctSox have collaborated to develop DataSox™, the data center industry’s first customizable ventilation system. DataSox consists of an innovative round, porous fabric HVAC diffuser system that distributes air into data center cold aisles with much lower turbulence. With directional spot cooling capabilities, DataSox can manage the highest density IT equipment racks while increasing energy-efficiency and decreasing costs.
At the Marion, IA facility, Involta augmented metal ductwork with DataSox, lowering the delivery point and greatly reducing entrainment, resulting in a 40 percent reduction in airflow with improved air distribution and consistently cool temperatures. Reduced turbulence makes it easier for fans to draw and distribute air, allowing for more energy-efficient cooling. Ultimately, the retrofit was a key part of actions that reduced the facility’s electric utility usage by 80,000-kWhr/month. Involta currently uses the DuctSox system at several of the data center facilities, with plans to implement DataSox into future designs.
DataSox is the data center industry’s first customizable ductwork system with onsite directional adjustability. Together, Involta and DuctSox have optimized performance standards and revolutionized overhead cooling designs in data centers.
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