Consulting
Development of an individual, ideal data center concept - secure, efficient and economical
Analysis
An independent picture of the infrastructure as the basis for all decisions
Analysis
An independent picture of the infrastructure as the basis for all decisions
Strategy
With the help of our strategy modules, we support you in aligning your IT and identify and evaluate the most important influencing factors - tailored to all current and future requirements
Project Development
We check the general conditions, keep an eye on norms and standards and develop a concept - including all necessary documents
Energy and Environmental Management
We uncover weak points and potentials in the area of energy consumption and demand, tap subsidies and accompany you through audits and certifications - all the way to the implementation of an energy management system
Documentation and Manuals
Analysis and documentation of the current and target state of your IT infrastructure in the area of documentation management, structures, procedures and processes to reduce corporate and liability risks for management and IT leadership
Certification Support
Whether it is an environmental quality mark, certification as a prerequisite for customer acquisition or a requirement from your insurer - we accompany you through the process right from the start
Location criteria for data centers
Choosing the right location for the secure and reliable operation of a data center
Engineering
We plan your data center completely from one source - independent of industry, infrastructure, location and new or model construction
Architecture
We plan sustainable architecture for your project
Technical building equipment (TGA)
The correct design and optimization of technical systems contributes to maximum energy efficiency with the professional planning of technical building equipment
Technical building equipment (TGA)
The correct design and optimization of technical systems contributes to maximum energy efficiency with the professional planning of technical building equipment
Construction
We take care of the realization of data centers and the protection of your IT infrastructures, tailored to your individual needs
General contractor
You have the plan, we carry it out - right through to turnkey handover
General transferee
Everything from a single source - complete and reliable implementation of your project
Data Center Solutions
We offer you modern and sustainable implementation options - whether modular, plug-and-play or CO2-neutral
Brownfield
More space for your requirements – adaptation and expansion of existing data centers
Greenfield
Greenfield data center construction
Retrofitting
Optimize now to be future-proof tomorrow
We offer high security products for your IT infrastructure
Service
We take care of the maintenance, security and economic optimization of your IT infrastructures
Maintenance
Maintenance of existing and new equipment - reduction of possible malfunctions and failures, maintenance and checking of maintenance and service protocols, possible repair work
Preventive measures
We prevent possible weak points and uncover sources of error so that we can ensure the smooth operation of your data center
Controlling and Monitoring
Round-the-clock monitoring, 24-hour hotline exclusively for contract customers, and service level agreement (SLA)
Operating costs and energy optimization
We analyze your current situation and optimize the set screws of operating and energy costs to ensure the profitability and sustainability of your data center
Public authorities and municipalities
Secure and sustainable IT infrastructures for public administration and municipal utilities
Digital government services and rising IT security requirements demand robust, efficient, and verifiably compliant IT infrastructures. Public authorities and municipalities, cities and towns, municipal IT departments, specialized agencies, and educational institutions must deliver highly available services while also ensuring energy efficiency and auditable, transparently documented processes.
We design, plan, and build sustainable data centers tailored to the needs of the public sector. Whether modernizing existing server rooms, deploying modular micro and container data centers, or providing strategic consulting, our solutions are scalable, cost-effective, and designed to meet relevant standards. If desired, we support you through certification.
At a glance:
Standards and certifications in the public sector
Applies to operators of critical infrastructures in defined sectors. Municipal entities may be affected depending on their function and threshold values. Requirements include an appropriate security level, governed processes, proof to the responsible authorities, and an established incident management process.
Established framework and modules for technology, processes, and organization. Provides a basis for systematic risk treatment and compliance evidence in the public sector.
This series of standards defines holistic requirements for construction, energy, cooling, cabling, security, and key metrics (e.g., PUE).
Framework for an information security management system (ISMS), including risk treatment, roles, and continuous improvement.
Reduces operating costs and CO₂-emissions and supports municipal climate targets. Based on measurable efficiency criteria such as PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness) and a technical concept for providing and utilizing waste heat.
Germany's first nationwide efficiency requirements, including for data centers (transparency, KPIs, efficiency measures). Our data center solutions meet requirements for waste heat reuse, PUE targets (Power Usage Effectiveness), and the use of renewable energy sources.
Eco-label for energy-efficient, environmentally friendly data centers. Certification enables public authorities and municipalities to document their contribution to climate protection.
Structure for an energy management system (EnMS), monitoring, and continuous improvement to support obligations under the Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG).
The C5 catalog defines minimum requirements for secure cloud services, for example for municipal SaaS/IaaS use and audits.
EU framework for cybersecurity and risk management in essential and important entities. Requires appropriate technical and organizational measures, clear responsibilities, supply chain controls, and defined procedures for handling security incidents. Whether municipal entities are in scope depends on the sector and national implementation; the current legal status must be verified locally.
EU requirements to strengthen the resilience of critical entities against physical and hybrid threats. Requires risk analyses, appropriate protective measures, emergency and business continuity plans, and defined reporting channels. Complements NIS2 with non-digital aspects and may apply to municipal operators depending on the sector.
We support public authorities and municipalities in preparing for certifications-from current-state assessment and action planning through the full certification process.
IT and data security for public-sector organizations
Together with you, we identify sector-specific requirements and translate them into tailored IT infrastructure solutions-for cities and towns, authorities, municipal administrations, and counties/districts.
Funding opportunities for sustainable IT infrastructures in the public sector
Modernizing data centers and infrastructure-such as through efficient cooling, waste heat reuse, or replacing outdated technology-is often eligible for funding. We assess eligibility, prioritize measures, and support the application process, for example for municipalities, district administrations, and state authorities.
We support you with:
- Identifying suitable funding programs (federal/state/regional)
- Consulting on the implementation of eligible measures
- Preparing and submitting funding applications
Our capabilities for public administrations & municipal utilities
We support public-sector organizations in aligning their IT systems for the future and in compliance with standards.
- IT strategy: We analyze and optimize the existing IT infrastructure, plan hybrid solutions, and establish effective emergency and disaster recovery management.
- Data center strategy: Whether new build or modernization, we develop solutions that are standards-compliant and tailored to your requirements including site selection and risk analyses, for example for municipal and state-level administrations.
For authorities, municipal organizations, and educational institutions, we plan and implement sustainable, future-proof data center solutions using our planning tool. We take sector-specific requirements into account and develop individual concepts that are standards-compliant, scalable, and sustainable-for example for counties/districts, district administrations, and federal authorities.
For public-sector organizations with small or distributed IT environments, our Micro Data Center provides a compact, hardened solution. DC IT Safe can be deployed quickly, defines controlled environmental parameters, and protects systems in a small footprint for example for municipalities and municipal IT service providers.
For public administrations and publicly sponsored institutions, our DC IT Room solutions provide a tailored, secure IT infrastructure with high availability and scalability. The systems are flexibly adaptable and support growing requirements for IT security and efficiency-for example in authorities, municipal utilities, and the federal government and federal ministries.
For public-sector organizations that need capacity on short notice or want to bridge projects, our modular DC IT Container data centers are robust, mobile, and ready for immediate use. They are suitable for expansions, interim solutions, and long-term scaling. Rent-to-own and leasing options are available. Can be used, for example, by municipal utilities, counties/districts, and control centers.
BSI IT-Grundschutz provides the methodology, ISO/IEC 27001 the ISMS framework, and EN 50600 the foundation for planning and operations. For cloud use cases, BSI C5 is recommended. For cities and towns, ministries, authorities, associations, municipal utilities, and educational institutions, it is essential to verify the binding requirements of the organization and the applicable procurement framework.
NIS2 governs security and reporting obligations for essential and important entities in defined sectors such as energy, water, waste, and transportation. Traditional municipal administrations are not directly addressed in the current German draft, and individual states may introduce their own rules. Municipal entities in NIS2 sectors may be in scope and must establish systematic security and incident reporting management. Depending on responsibilities, this may also include waste management and street cleaning, as well as public rescue services and control centers. A case-by-case assessment is required. We are happy to support you with this.
No. KRITIS applies to operators of critical facilities based on sectors and threshold criteria. Municipal entities may be affected-for example in water and wastewater, energy, or healthcare. Pure administrative IT is usually not KRITIS. Together, we assess scope boundaries and derive measures such as physical hardening, documentation, and compliance evidence for cities and towns, associations, and municipal utilities.
A risk-based roadmap using BSI IT-Grundschutz or ISO 27001 is recommended, along with structural and technical upgrades in line with EN 50600 for energy, cooling, cabling, and security, plus clean documentation for audit and procurement. A phased migration using a micro data center or a container as an interim solution reduces downtime.
Funding often covers modernization of existing data centers, energy-efficient technologies, waste heat reuse, and replacement of outdated systems. We support program screening, cost-effectiveness assessments, and applications for cities and towns, municipal utilities, state authorities, schools, and universities.
Yes. Building and fire safety regulations as well as administrative requirements differ. State building codes and regulations for line systems must be observed, as must internal IT policies of the responsible authority. The Energy Efficiency Act is supplemented by state-specific requirements. A documented, site-specific review is necessary-for example for county administration buildings, university campuses, and district administrations-in coordination with state authorities.
The right mix depends on protection needs and availability requirements. Critical line-of-business applications and sensitive data often remain on-prem-for example in a DC IT Room or DC IT Safe. Scalable services are well suited for the cloud with C5 evidence and a clear exit strategy. DC IT Container complements hybrid scenarios, for example for temporary relocations, new-build phases, or peak loads in cities, towns, municipal utilities, universities, and municipalities. Services with very high protection requirements such as in federal and state police operations as well as fire departments are often operated locally.
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