Data Center Re-Architecture & Cloud Strategy Modernization
Client: Schneider Electric
Engagement: Data Center Assessment, Performance Optimization & Hybrid Cloud Strategy
• Virtualization Optimization
• Network & Security Modernization
Cybersecurity & Ransomware Response Strategy
E.K Associates was invited by Schneider Electric to assess and redesign its data center ecosystem — spanning compute, storage, network layers, virtual platforms, and long-term cloud strategy. Acting as trusted modernization partners, we diagnosed systemic reliability constraints, re-engineered infrastructure patterns, and presented a transformational architecture vision grounded in active-active resiliency and global cloud reach.
Through technical remediation, performance engineering, and forward-looking design leadership, we helped Schneider Electric strengthen operational stability while positioning its infrastructure for scalable hybrid-cloud growth.
The E.K Advantage
Performance Recovery & Platform Stabilization
We identified and resolved major virtualization performance constraints across Hyper-V clusters, restoring reliability and strengthening availability.
Architecture-Driven Modernization Roadmap
We evaluated core infrastructure layers and recommended upgrades across compute, storage, and network domains — enabling a more resilient foundation.
Hybrid Cloud & Global Connectivity Strategy
We designed an active-active data center model integrated with CDN distribution and cloud access patterns, positioning Schneider Electric for AWS and Azure alignment.
Key Features & Work Performed
Performance Diagnostics & Core Infrastructure Enhancement
* Identified root causes of Hyper-V performance degradation
* Implemented remediation to improve stability and service responsiveness
Modernization Recommendations & Architecture Blueprinting
* Assessed aging infrastructure across compute, storage, and network platforms
* Delivered upgrade recommendations to increase resiliency and throughput
Future-State Architecture & Cloud Alignment Design
* Presented a new active-active architecture model with disaster recovery capability
* Developed a hybrid cloud integration strategy spanning Azure and AWS adoption
Network & Security Optimization
* Supported migration to next-generation firewalls
* Redesigned global IPsec and SSL VPN strategies to enhance connectivity and safeguard access
Impact Delivered
✔ Improved virtualization performance and operational reliability
✔ Strengthened architectural resiliency and modernization readiness
✔ Clear hybrid-cloud adoption path with multi-cloud capability
✔Faster, more secure global connectivity across enterprise operations
✔ A future-proof architectural vision enabling long-term transformation
