Examples of RTE Group Projects
Shared Data Center Analysis and Implementation
Conducted analysis of available shared data center options in 14 U.S. markets for a consortium of service and network backbone providers. Currently implementing proof of concept project in Somerset, NJ comprising approximately 1,000 cabinets and 4.5 MW of power. The proof of concept facility will provide optimum connections between service provider equipment, long haul networks, and local eyeball networks serving the greater tri-state area.
230 Congress Sale and Telecom Management
Supported Jones, Lang, LaSalle in the successful modeling, marketing, and sale of 230 Congress Street, a combined telco hotel and office building in Boston. Worked with Beacon Capital Partners, the purchaser to complete the telco due diligence package and develop the marketing strategy. Currently executing the strategy and evaluating potential meet-me room and exchange operators.
75 Broad Infrastructure Improvements and Expansion
Directed multi-disciplinary approach to address root cause of infrastructure problems during hurricane sandy and develop remedial program to prevent similar problems in the future.
-Expanded power capacity
-Enhanced point-of-presence and meet-me rooms
-Multiple data center suite expansions
-Hardening of back-up fuel systems
-Data Center marketing and leasing strategy
-Defining facility as one of New York City's best "edge" data centers where local networks, backbone networks, and content reside and exchange traffic close to end users
Colocation Optimization, International Real Estate Services Firm
Worked with international real estate services firm to rationalize and reduce their data center footprint. Determined requirements, surveyed market, and directed RFP process resulting in a 25% reduction in cost per kWh delivered.
Network Transformation Project, Global 25 Retail/Healthcare Provider
Directed project leading to a 25% cost reduction for a major health care provider while increasing network capacity 4-10 times and enabling next generation services. Conducted extensive baseline survey, developed design standards and financial models, directed RFP and procurement processes for hardware and network.
Virtustream Infrastructure Platform
Assisted in early phases of Virtustream - a services company delivering cloud-based SAP hosting and related services.
-Identified and did due diligence on several acquisition targets
-Negotiated and closed acquisition of two data centers and related book of business from Navisite in the US
-Supported acquisition of two data centers and a services firm in the UK
-Directed build of cloud platform at US locations
-Designed redundant, carrier class MPLS network to link locations
-Supported transition of first customers
-Obtained SAP certification for data center operations
Concept Development, Verne Global
Verne Global is developing one of the most energy efficient data centers in the world, powered 100% by renewable energy. Completed feasibility study, property acquisition, utility contracts, and schematic design for the project, as well as negotiations with anchor customers.
Shared Data Center Analysis and Implementation
Conducted analysis of available shared data center options in 14 U.S. markets for a consortium of service and network backbone providers. Currently implementing proof of concept project in Somerset, NJ comprising approximately 1,000 cabinets and 4.5 MW of power. The proof of concept facility will provide optimum connections between service provider equipment, long haul networks, and local eyeball networks serving the greater tri-state area.
230 Congress Sale and Telecom Management
Supported Jones, Lang, LaSalle in the successful modeling, marketing, and sale of 230 Congress Street, a combined telco hotel and office building in Boston. Worked with Beacon Capital Partners, the purchaser to complete the telco due diligence package and develop the marketing strategy. Currently executing the strategy and evaluating potential meet-me room and exchange operators.
75 Broad Infrastructure Improvements and Expansion
Directed multi-disciplinary approach to address root cause of infrastructure problems during hurricane sandy and develop remedial program to prevent similar problems in the future.
-Expanded power capacity
-Enhanced point-of-presence and meet-me rooms
-Multiple data center suite expansions
-Hardening of back-up fuel systems
-Data Center marketing and leasing strategy
-Defining facility as one of New York City's best "edge" data centers where local networks, backbone networks, and content reside and exchange traffic close to end users
Colocation Optimization, International Real Estate Services Firm
Worked with international real estate services firm to rationalize and reduce their data center footprint. Determined requirements, surveyed market, and directed RFP process resulting in a 25% reduction in cost per kWh delivered.
Network Transformation Project, Global 25 Retail/Healthcare Provider
Directed project leading to a 25% cost reduction for a major health care provider while increasing network capacity 4-10 times and enabling next generation services. Conducted extensive baseline survey, developed design standards and financial models, directed RFP and procurement processes for hardware and network.
Virtustream Infrastructure Platform
Assisted in early phases of Virtustream - a services company delivering cloud-based SAP hosting and related services.
-Identified and did due diligence on several acquisition targets
-Negotiated and closed acquisition of two data centers and related book of business from Navisite in the US
-Supported acquisition of two data centers and a services firm in the UK
-Directed build of cloud platform at US locations
-Designed redundant, carrier class MPLS network to link locations
-Supported transition of first customers
-Obtained SAP certification for data center operations
Concept Development, Verne Global
Verne Global is developing one of the most energy efficient data centers in the world, powered 100% by renewable energy. Completed feasibility study, property acquisition, utility contracts, and schematic design for the project, as well as negotiations with anchor customers.