Digital Infrastructure Transformation & Managed Services Enablement
Client: Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG)
Engagement: Data Center Modernization, Infrastructure Upgrade & 24×7 Managed Services
• Cloud & Network Modernization
• NOC/SOC & Enterprise Support Operations
Cybersecurity & Ransomware Response Strategy
E.K Associates partnered with SCAG to execute a multi-phase modernization effort spanning its primary and secondary data centers, headquarters infrastructure, and remote site connectivity. Acting as SCAG’s strategic modernization advisor and delivery integrator, we re-architected core infrastructure, engineered migration pathways, improved operational resilience, and enabled a cloud-ready hybrid operating model.
Our team provided full-stack modernization expertise — upgrading compute, storage, networking, security, virtualization, and failover architecture — while delivering continuous operational support through SLA-driven NOC, SOC, and enterprise support services.
The E.K Advantage
Architecture-Led Modernization Strategy
We assessed existing environments, defined a hybrid-future blueprint, and executed upgrades without business disruption.
End-to-End Implementation & Migration Excellence
We delivered platform upgrades, VMware modernization, DR redesign, cloud enablement, workload migration, and footprint consolidation across SCAG’s estate.
Always-On Support & Operational Continuity
We enabled 24×7 system reliability through network operations, security operations, and enterprise support functions — accelerating incident response and improving service stability.
Key Features & Work Performed
Data Center & Network Re-Engineering
* Created a future-proof IP architecture for hybrid cloud
* Modernized compute platforms and deployed high-performance storage
* Strengthened routing posture, MPLS design, perimeter controls, and edge security
Cloud & Resilience Enablement
* Integrated AWS and Azure connectivity
* Designed active-active DR using VXLAN and validated HA recovery patterns
* Executed resilience testing and produced operational playbooks
Migration & Transformation Execution
* Transitioned all virtual and physical workloads to modern platforms
* Decommissioned legacy environments and staged secondary data center activation
* Upgraded VMware and VEEAM with zero downtime
Managed Services & Operations Support
* Deliver 24×7 monitoring, incident management, and enterprise support services
* Transitioned knowledge through documentation, training, and operational runbooks
Impact Delivered
✔ Enhanced resilience, redundancy, and disaster recovery readiness
✔ Reduced technical complexity and data center footprint
✔ Faster incident recovery and greater operational uptime
✔Improved cloud posture and scalability for future innovation
✔ Seamless migrations with no business interruption
✔ A modern infrastructure foundation that advances SCAG’s long-term digital strategy
