The Situation:

A submarine cable operator in Pakistan approached 4sight, a renowned critical infrastructure design firm, for a crucial data center design project. The immediate need was to accommodate the existing architectural, electrical, and cooling system constraints while meeting tight timelines. Phase 2 of the project also required the design and bid process management for a standard-based cable landing station on the ground floor and two data center floors.

The Challenge:

The project presented multiple challenges:

1. The design had to adhere to the existing architectural, electrical, and cooling systems, which limited flexibility for phase 1 of the project.
2. There was a pressing need to meet tight timelines for immediate requirements.
3. The comprehensive design for Phase 2 must incorporate various aspects such as building structure, architecture, interior, power, cooling, network and security, and safety requirements.
4. Construction cost optimization was necessary due to escalating prices.

The Solution:

4sight rose to the challenge by designing an innovative and comprehensive solution design. 4sight team meticulously analyzed the existing constraints and built the design to accommodate them effectively. To meet the tight timelines, they employed a dedicated and skilled team that worked diligently to ensure timely design delivery. For Phase 2, 4sight utilized its expertise to design a cable landing station on the ground floor while optimizing two data center floors in the building to meet all requirements. They also focused on cost optimization by streamlining the design without compromising building strength, quality, or functionality.

The Results:

4sight’s solution yielded remarkable results. They successfully integrated the immediate needs with the existing constraints, meeting all architectural, electrical, and cooling system requirements within tight timelines. For Phase 2, they delivered a standard-based cable landing station and two data center floors design, fulfilling all specifications. The optimized design enabled the efficient use of resources, effectively managing construction costs despite price escalations. 4sight’s unmatched in-house expertise, dedication, and meticulous approach ensured a successful critical infrastructure and data center design project for the submarine cable operator in Pakistan.