"Abu Dhabi Ports" Data centers obtain accreditation from the Institute "Uptime"
ABU DHABI, 24TH December, 2017 (WAM) – Abu Dhabi Ports Group announced today that it has obtained Level 4 data center accreditation, making it the first company globally in the trade and logistics sector to obtain this accreditation, which is the highest classification provided by the New York-based global Uptime Institute.
The remarkable achievement highlights Abu Dhabi Ports Group’s commitment to digital transformation, operational flexibility and technological innovation, as Level 4 accreditation is granted to fault-resistant data centers that allow organizations to deal with unexpected incidents without affecting operations.
The group’s data center, which is certified at Level 4, forms the backbone of its hybrid cloud infrastructure, as it supports vital operations in more than 50 countries and completes more than 150 million digital transactions annually. It is designed to ensure 99.995% business continuity, with integrated backup systems including power, cooling and networking. These solid data center foundations ensure continuous and secure service delivery to global supply chains.
Mohammed Jamal Al-Din, Chief Information Officer, Abu Dhabi Ports Group, said: “Obtaining Level 4 accreditation from the Uptime Institute reflects our leadership in the field of digitizing global trade, and our constant commitment to excellence in digital infrastructure. The failure-resistant, world-class center represents more than just a technical achievement for us, as it allows the deployment of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, Blockchain, and communications via low-orbit satellites. By combining flexibility and innovation, we will be able to ensure business continuity.” Our customers, and providing more efficient, transparent and sustainable logistical solutions that contribute to enhancing the connectivity and intelligence of global supply chains.”
For his part, Martin McCarthy, CEO of the Uptime Institute, said: “Obtaining Level 4 accreditation for data centers is a delicate and complex process that requires great excellence in technology and a deep commitment to best operational practices. Therefore, the group’s leadership in the field of digital infrastructure will set a new global standard for reliability, security and service continuity in the trade and logistics sector.”
The group employs a Level 4 certified data center to support the development of advanced solutions enhanced by artificial intelligence for the maritime sector. The center also serves as a key focal point for real-time data received from the group’s new low-orbit satellite communication services, allowing it to monitor and improve the performance of its global fleet of 270 ships.
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