Grand Egyptian Museum – Data Center Solution

Implementation of Schneider Datacenter Technologies and UPS for the Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is a prestigious project located in Giza, Egypt, aimed at showcasing Egypt’s rich historical heritage through its vast collection of ancient artifacts. With the museum’s opening scheduled in 2021, it is crucial to have a reliable and efficient data center infrastructure in place to ensure the seamless operation of various digital systems and services. Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, was chosen as the partner for implementing data center technologies and UPS solutions for the GEM.

The primary objectives of implementing Schneider data center technologies and UPS at the Grand Egyptian Museum were as follows:

• Ensure uninterrupted power supply: The museum’s critical systems, such as security, lighting, HVAC, and digital displays, rely heavily on a consistent power supply. Implementing Schneider UPS solutions guarantees uninterrupted power during unforeseen power outages or fluctuations.
• Optimize energy efficiency: Schneider Electric’s data center technologies focus on energy efficiency, helping the GEM minimize its carbon footprint and reduce operational costs while maintaining high-performance levels.
• Enhance data security: The GEM requires robust data security measures to protect sensitive information related to the museum’s operations, visitor records, and artifact management. Schneider’s data center technologies provide advanced security features to safeguard critical data.

Schneider Electric collaborated with the GEM team to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the museum’s data center requirements. This involved evaluating the current infrastructure, identifying potential bottlenecks, and understanding the specific needs of the GEM.

Based on the assessment, Schneider’s team designed a customized data center solution that would meet the GEM’s requirements in terms of power redundancy, cooling, scalability, and security. The design incorporated Schneider’s state-of-the-art data center technologies, including power distribution units (PDUs), racks, cooling systems, and UPS solutions.

The installation process involved deploying Schneider’s data center technologies and UPS solutions in a phased manner to minimize disruption to the ongoing museum operations. Schneider’s team coordinated closely with the GEM’s IT department to ensure a smooth integration of the new infrastructure with the existing systems.

The installation included setting up Schneider’s modular data center architecture, which allowed for easy scalability and flexibility to accommodate future expansion needs. The UPS solutions were strategically placed to provide backup power to critical systems and minimize downtime during power interruptions.

After the installation, Schneider Electric conducted rigorous testing and commissioning to ensure the reliability and functionality of the implemented data center infrastructure. This included load testing, failover testing, and simulating various scenarios to validate the UPS system’s performance.

Schneider’s team worked closely with the GEM’s IT staff to train them on the operation and maintenance of the data center infrastructure, empowering them to handle routine tasks and respond effectively to any contingencies.

• Uninterrupted Power Supply: Schneider’s UPS solutions provided the GEM with a reliable power backup system, ensuring uninterrupted operation of critical systems, even during power outages or fluctuations.
• Enhanced Energy Efficiency: Schneider’s data center technologies optimized energy consumption, resulting in reduced operational costs and minimized carbon footprint for the GEM.
• Improved Data Security: Schneider’s advanced security features protected the GEM’s critical data, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information.
• Scalability and Flexibility: The modular architecture of Schneider’s data center technologies allowed the GEM to scale its infrastructure seamlessly as per future expansion needs.
• Operational Efficiency: The implementation of Schneider’s data center technologies streamlined the GEM’s IT operations, enabling efficient management and maintenance of the data center infrastructure.

The implementation of Schneider data center technologies and UPS solutions at the Grand Egyptian Museum has provided a robust, reliable, and energy-efficient infrastructure to support the museum’s digital systems and services. The collaboration between Schneider Electric and the GEM team has resulted in a successful deployment, ensuring uninterrupted power supply, enhanced data security, and improved operational efficiency.