ISRAEL
POST OFFICE
From everyone, to everyone, everywhere, everyday, and at an equal price to all!
"One of the main challenges faced by RiT Tech and the team was to find an alternative to a traditional BMS. Their innovative approach to infrastructure management will result in a far superior solution!"
- CTO, Israel Post Office
Client: Israel Post
Industry: Postal Service - Central Government
Location: Modi'in, Israel
Scale: 5000 Employees; 700 Post Office Branches; 1 x Data Center / 70 x Cabinets.
An important client and part of Israel’s critical national infrastructure, the Israel postal company is government owned and has the largest deployment of service units throughout Israel.
Israel Post employs circa 5000 employees. There are 700 post office branches and sorts around 2.5m postal items every day.
One of the many challenges faced by government agencies is budget and this project was no different. Our client was looking for one infrastructure management solution that did not require purchasing of multiple and expensive software platforms to manage the efficient operations of 70 dedicated cabinets.
Our Client's Challenge
Our client was looking for one system to support all of its infrastructure and operations needs at its new data hall in Modi’in, Israel.
The brief was to find an alternative to a traditional BMS monitoring system and go beyond the basic limitations many systems like this can bring.
Our role was to provide one federated platform that could monitor every electro-mechanical device from generators to CRACS and UPSs, and at the same time provide an asset management, provisioning and work order management tool.
"A demonstrable reduction in man-hours consumed across a range of tasks"
Our XpedITe Solution
As XpedITe is not a BMS vendor, our strategy was to integrate each electro-mechanical device directly into our platform, so that we could accurately monitor all physical assets.
We had three priorities to address:
- Build a data cener data model and platform that contained every single device and asset, so that the operational management of the entire facility could be orchestrated perfectly.
- Provide an enhanced BMS that could do more than merely monitoring of devices and take it to the next level, where our customer can have access to critical management information for strategic decision making.
- Improve internal processes for managing and instructing work orders - Installations, Moves, Adds and Changes (IMACs), which in turn will reduce labor overheads and limit human error.
The unique opportunity for us and for our client will be a new suite of generic integration protocols that can be applied to any other data center site within our customer’s estate.
Integration:
An enhanced BMS focused on specific data center requirements that could do more than merely monitoring of devices and take it to the next level to provide critical management information.
Asset Management:
A data center software platform that contains every single device and asset, so that the operational management of the entire facility can be orchestrated perfectly.
Utilisation:
Benefits for our client include a more efficient use of deployed resources, a reduction of labour overhead, limiting human error and improving workflow efficiency as well as time to service.
Accurate and reliable data for all physical infrastructure elements
What our client values about XpedITe
One of the main challenges faced by RiT Tech and the team was to find an alternative to a traditional BMS – their innovative integrated approach to infrastructure management has resulted in a far superior data center specific solution that cannot be achieved using a traditional BMS alone.
This fully integrated approach ensures that every device and device vendor could be integrated into the system quickly with minimal effort and resource overhead. Their Research & Development team have adapted their product to provide additional integration capabilities to suit our specific needs. This results in:
- Accurate and reliable data for all physical infrastructure elements
- Real time visibility of both building management and infrastructure management information from all installed devices
- Asset deployment automation and management with detailed reporting, which reduces human intervention and resource overhead
- A demonstrable reduction in man-hours consumed across a range of tasks
News & Events
The data center industry is evolving rapidly, driven by increasing capacity demands, new infrastructure management solutions, and the growing influence of artificial intelligence.
The growing complexity of data center operations—driven by AI workloads, sustainability mandates, and hybrid IT environments—has placed Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) software at the forefront of modern infrastructure strategy.
RiT Tech, a global leader in advanced data center infrastructure management, has partnered with Sigma Byte Computer Pvt. Ltd ., India’s premier ICT and ELV solutions provider, with expertise in providing cutting-edge digital infrastructure solutions to transform data center operations.
RiT Tech announces Anthony McKenzie as Business Development Lead for EMEA, strengthening its position in data center infrastructure innovation.
As 2024 draws to a close, it’s clear that the data center infrastructure management landscape has undergone a pronounced shift. At the start of the year, Jeff Safovich made several predictions pertaining a move toward integrated data platforms, greater interoperability, advanced operational tools, AI-driven processes, and more deliberate sustainability strategies. In retrospect, these trends have not only materialized but have also begun reshaping day-to-day operations, decision-making, and long-term planning in the sector.
The RiT Tech team recently attended the Data Centre Transformation Conference hosted by the Data Centre Alliance (DCA) as a thought leadership sponsor. This fantastic event brought together leaders from across the data center industry, focusing on pivotal presentations that dissected the forces shaping our digital era such as the rise of AI, the regulatory landscape, and the multifaceted challenges posed by sustainability. As a dedicated sponsor, RiT Tech actively contributed to these discussions, advocating for the fusion of innovation with sustainability and underscoring the critical need for Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) tools within a Universal Intelligent Infrastructure Management (UIIM) framework.
DCD>Talks | AI in DCIM taking infrastructure to a new level with Jeff Safovich and Kat Sullivan
DCD>Talks | The Resurgence and Evolution of DCIM with Assaf Skolnik and Kat Sullivan As we begin to see a move towards the resurgence of DCIM by data center operators, it is important to look at what the reasons behind this might be. From rising costs in data center design, build and operation to the importance of cohesive knowledge in bridging the gap between physical infrastructure and IT networks, intelligent infrastructure management has never been more important. Hear from Assaf Skolnik as he discusses the role DCIM can play in achieving compliance as well optimising data center infrastructure and operations. Read more in Assaf's DCD article The resurgence of DCIM: Navigating the future of data center management or request a demo below to see our award-winning XpedITe platform in action and discover how it can transform your approach to DCIM and shape the future of data center management.
The dichotomy between the demand for more data and the availability of power is putting huge pressure on Tier 1 and Tier 2 markets as well as emerging regions. The escalating demand for power is necessitating the expansion of existing infrastructures and forcing data center owners and operators to look at new markets to expand their facilities. As the data center models adapt to what’s possible, one of the real challenges of the moment continues to be around the bringing together of the IT networks and the facilities themselves. Advanced infrastructure management tools are being recognized as a potential solution to addressing power management and operational efficiency. The Hype Cycle report states, “ This Hype Cycle will help I&O leaders identify innovations to include in their infrastructure strategy as on-premises, cloud and edge delivery continue to aid cost optimization. Their plans must account for generative AI, revirtualization, new consumption models and intelligent platform automation .” One of the drivers stated in the report is “IT leaders need more real-time analytics and data-integration tools such as these to be able to streamline reporting up to the ESG practice and reallocate their time toward delivering on their sustainable initiatives.” We believe that our Sustainability Reporting Module and Dashboard are an essential tool for data center owners and operators; aiding in the management of sustainability reporting and the achievement of ESG goals. What impact is environmental and sustainability legislation having on data centers globally? To meet escalating power demands, new frameworks are being put in place to ensure that data center owners are meeting their sustainability goals. One key example is the EU where it is actively pushing through obligations such as meeting the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) and the European Commission’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). Both are looking to reduce the consumption of energy and encourage sustainable practices. This has promoted data center owners to adopt innovative solutions and establish transparent reporting protocols, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational sustainability. Globally, there is still a long way to go to have a standardized approach to the design, build and operate of data centers, however it is advanced DCIM tools that is providing the fundamental platforms for operators to get one step ahead. What is available for data center managers, operators and the data center IT teams to work together? In 2024, RiT Tech announced its XpedITe Sustainability Reporting Module and Dashboard and it is the first to dynamically monitor and report on all ISO/IEC 30134 key performance indicators - these indicators are those which underline the EED and CSRD reporting initiatives. While the new dashboard relies on the availability of data across all eight indicators, XpedITe’s true strength lies in its sophisticated data aggregation and analysis capabilities, providing data center managers with valuable and actionable insights. XpedITe is an advanced DCIM tool and is playing an integral role within the Universal Intelligent Infrastructure Management (UIIM) framework - a methodology introduced by RiT Tech in 2021. This pioneering approach is designed to optimize the entire data center operations by leveraging and integrating multiple monitoring systems, automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and deep analytics to bridge the operational gaps, specifically the IT networks and the physical facility’s infrastructure. Which technology solution is right for data center operators and owners? The key question is, how can data centers achieve their sustainability goals and requirements with maximum efficiency? In the rapidly evolving industry, the recognition of RiT Tech in such papers marks a significant achievement for the importance of DCIM tools.
The dichotomy between the demand for more data and the availability of power is putting huge pressure on Tier 1 and Tier 2 markets as well as emerging regions. The escalating demand for power is necessitating the expansion of existing infrastructures and forcing data center owners and operators to look at new markets to expand their facilities. As the data center models adapt to what’s possible, one of the real challenges of the moment continues to be around the bringing together of the IT networks and the facilities themselves. Advanced infrastructure management tools are being recognized as a potential solution to addressing power management and operational efficiency. The Hype Cycle report states, “ This Hype Cycle will help I&O leaders identify innovations to include in their infrastructure strategy as on-premises, cloud and edge delivery continue to aid cost optimization. Their plans must account for generative AI, revirtualization, new consumption models and intelligent platform automation .” One of the drivers stated in the report is “IT leaders need more real-time analytics and data-integration tools such as these to be able to streamline reporting up to the ESG practice and reallocate their time toward delivering on their sustainable initiatives.” We believe that our Sustainability Reporting Module and Dashboard are an essential tool for data center owners and operators; aiding in the management of sustainability reporting and the achievement of ESG goals. What impact is environmental and sustainability legislation having on data centers globally? To meet escalating power demands, new frameworks are being put in place to ensure that data center owners are meeting their sustainability goals. One key example is the EU where it is actively pushing through obligations such as meeting the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) and the European Commission’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). Both are looking to reduce the consumption of energy and encourage sustainable practices. This has promoted data center owners to adopt innovative solutions and establish transparent reporting protocols, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational sustainability. Globally, there is still a long way to go to have a standardized approach to the design, build and operate of data centers, however it is advanced DCIM tools that is providing the fundamental platforms for operators to get one step ahead. What is available for data center managers, operators and the data center IT teams to work together? In 2024, RiT Tech announced its XpedITe Sustainability Reporting Module and Dashboard and it is the first to dynamically monitor and report on all ISO/IEC 30134 key performance indicators - these indicators are those which underline the EED and CSRD reporting initiatives. While the new dashboard relies on the availability of data across all eight indicators, XpedITe’s true strength lies in its sophisticated data aggregation and analysis capabilities, providing data center managers with valuable and actionable insights. XpedITe is an advanced DCIM tool and is playing an integral role within the Universal Intelligent Infrastructure Management (UIIM) framework - a methodology introduced by RiT Tech in 2021. This pioneering approach is designed to optimize the entire data center operations by leveraging and integrating multiple monitoring systems, automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and deep analytics to bridge the operational gaps, specifically the IT networks and the physical facility’s infrastructure. Which technology solution is right for data center operators and owners? The key question is, how can data centers achieve their sustainability goals and requirements with maximum efficiency? In the rapidly evolving industry, the recognition of RiT Tech in such papers marks a significant achievement for the importance of DCIM tools.