At Heidelberg iT, One Intuitive Platform Controls Security Management, Access, and Environmental Monitoring

Our era of rapid digital transformation needs data centers that are not only efficient and secure but also adaptable to a changing landscape. To prepare its infrastructure for future challenges, Heidelberg iT Management GmbH & Co. KG implemented KentixONE, an integrated platform that unifies security, environmental monitoring, and energy management in a single system

Founded in 2007, Heidelberg iT has become a leading IT service company and digitalization partner in the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region. They successfully combine, under one roof, the roles of cloud and data center provider, ISP, and IT services with their own data centers. They sought a solution to monitor and secure newly completed or upgraded “server hotels”. The goal was to create data center infrastructure that met the highest security standards while controlling costs and complying with TÜV NORD CERT’s strict Trusted Site Infrastructure (TSI) criteria. 

Traditional siloed systems always run the risk of inefficiencies, higher operating costs, and potential compliance gaps. Heidelberg iT management identified that a unified approach is now essential.

Maximize efficiency and security together

Heidelberg iT deployed KentixONE as its central platform. The system consolidates eight critical functions, monitored holistically via a connected network of multi-sensors. These enable centralized configuration and management of all security-relevant parameters.

“KentixONE’s integrated approach to risk management across multiple factors can help a data center to achieve important security certifications such as EN 50600 and ISO 22237, should they wish to pursue it,”

Joachim Mahlstedt, Managing Director at Kentix GmbH.

KentixONE’s integrated protections include access control with IP wall readers and multi-level authentication; environmental monitoring tracking temperature, humidity, and air quality; and energy monitoring via SmartPDUs and calibrated electricity meters. Leakage sensors in raised floors and critical areas detect potential water damage – and trigger an alarm on detection. Network video cameras document any security incidents.

The platform’s intuitive web interface and mobile app give Heidelberg iT’s operations team 24/7 access to critical data, whether they are on-site or remote. This access ensures rapid identification of potential threats – and significantly reduces response times.

KentixONE strengthens data security by directly linking physical infrastructure and IT operations management. Sensitive operational data remains under local control, while granular access management, full audit trails, and real-time alerts ensure only authorized site-users gain access.

“KentixONE’s integrated approach to risk management across multiple factors can help a data center to achieve important security certifications such as EN 50600 and ISO 22237, should they wish to pursue it,” explains Joachim Mahlstedt, Managing Director at Kentix GmbH. “The software platform also integrates with data center infrastructure management (DCIM), ticketing systems, EAC solutions, and more.”

“It is designed to adapt as customer needs and the security landscape both evolve.”

KentixONE: security, transparency, efficiency, and scalability

By controlling and monitoring all devices within KentixONE, Heidelberg iT achieved full visibility of security and environmental systems. Automated energy billing and load monitoring, with customizable reports to track consumption, further streamline their operations. “KentixONE has significantly reduced operational risks across our data centers,” explains Steffen Merz at Heidelberg iT. “By combining security and environmental monitoring in one dashboard, we gain full visibility of all critical systems – making our workflows faster and more transparent.”

KentixONE’s scalability ensures Heidelberg iT can quickly adapt to evolving requirements: its REST API enables seamless integration with existing or new systems. Its analysis functions can work to continuously improve the security and efficiency of a data center based on environmental and energy data, or other historical measured values.

“Our data center is not only technologically state-of-the-art, but also future-proof and flexible,” adds Merz. “With Kentix, we have a partner at our side who supports us with innovative solutions that both meet the highest security standards and increase our efficiency.”

Heidelberg iT’s implementation of KentixONE demonstrates how unified physical security and monitoring can drive efficiency, compliance, and scalability. It ensures optimal performance for years to come.

To learn more about implementing innovative physical security for your data center, visit: kentix.com

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