Delivering precision audits and cable tracing to ensure risk-free data centre migration for a clean energy innovator.
Client Overview
A leading clean energy innovator, committed to driving sustainable solutions and operational excellence, required a meticulous approach to infrastructure auditing ahead of a critical migration project. This client continues to entrust Technimove with multiple complex migration initiatives — a testament to the confidence they place in our deep technical expertise and proven delivery approach. With over 25 years’ experience in professional IT services and data centre migrations, our world-class specialists consistently deliver secure, seamless transitions that reduce risk and support growth. This combination of industry knowledge, meticulous planning, and tailored execution is why this client repeatedly returns to Technimove as their trusted migration partner of choice.
Project Scope
The client engaged Technimove to perform a comprehensive physical audit and cable tracing at their Data Centre. This was a preparatory step to ensure accurate documentation and minimise risk during future migration activities.
Challenges
- The client needed a validated snapshot of their existing environment to support migration planning.
- High dependency on precise cable tracing to prevent downtime and maintain connectivity.
Solution
Technimove deployed its specialist auditing team to deliver a robust solution comprising:
- Project Management Services
- Verification of equipment lists, rack layouts, and patching schedules.
- Continuous liaison with client teams to overcome strategic hurdles and provide best practice advice.
- Physical Audit
- Documented rack positions, device make/model, U positions, and populated ports.
- Recorded serial numbers and labelled dedicated cables for reuse.
- Delivered all findings in structured Excel formats for easy integration into migration plans.
- Cable Tracing
- Traced network cables from server to switch ends, including leased lines and cross-connects to patch panels.
- Captured cable labels and patch panel details to support accurate design of the new environment.
Outcome
The audit provided the clean energy innovator with:
- A validated infrastructure map, reducing risk and downtime during migration.
- A clear patching schedule template, enabling efficient planning for future connectivity.
- Confidence in Technimove’s proven methodology and expertise in handling complex environments.
Why Clean Energy Providers Choose Technimove
Technimove’s reputation for delivering risk-free, future-proof solutions and its ability to manage complex projects with precision made it the ideal partner. The client valued Technimove’s proactive approach, technical expertise, and commitment to minimising disruption.
About Technimove
Founded in 1998, Technimove is a UK-based leader in data centre transformations and infrastructure services. Our global client base spans the public sector, enterprise, finance, and infrastructure markets. With thousands of successful projects completed, our core capabilities include:
- Data centre audits and migrations.
- Network and cabling optimisation.
- Infrastructure discovery and strategy.
- Secure hardware relocation and consolidation.
- Strategic project and programme management.
Our mission is simple: to deliver secure, scalable, and sustainable transformation whatever your sector, wherever your infrastructure lives.
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