Consolidation Case Study

Goal:
Achieve a seamless and transparent large-scale (2000+ servers & Mainframe) data center consolidation without incurring any production downtime.

Situation:
The Data Center Consolidation project was in the early stages of execution and yet the program was already experiencing scope and performance to schedule issues.  The technical team, although qualified within their respective skillset, did not have previous experience in data center consolidations.

Solution:
The David-Kenneth Group was engaged to direct the program and to provide an experienced technical delivery team.

Engagement Model:
Blended Team

David-Kenneth Group Value Added:

• Experienced data center consolidation Program Manager provided
• Experienced technical team provided
• Implemented the David-Kenneth Group SolidStart™ Migration Methodology with associated processes and toll-gates
• Process, quality and mission assurance assured through clearly defining roles & responsibilities
• Aligned program budget to program schedule
• Provided coaching and mentoring to team members

Bottom Line:

• Project completed on schedule and on budget
• Focus made the difference

Reference available when appropriate

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