A global hyperscale cloud provider with over 100+ Data Centers globally. Their Controls Deployment department is responsible for implementing critical building management systems across active construction sites.
Challenges Faced
This section outlines the core difficulties and pain points the client was experiencing. It provides context on the hurdles that needed to be overcome before achieving the successful outcome.
Velocity Gap in Mission-Critical Deployment
Rapid data center expansion created immediate demand for engineering capability but traditional talent acquisition models required 6-month onboarding cycles.
Controls Transition Complexity The organization was migrating from OEM-led control system models to standardized internal frameworks.
Cross-Functional Coordination Burden
Aggressive construction timelines with overlapping milestones demanded seamless coordination between all stakeholders.
Akraya’s Strategic Solution
Akraya deployed an experienced Controls Engineering capability to deliver immediate infrastructure value through a structured project execution framework -
Managed the complete project lifecycle from installation oversight through commissioning validation, working directly with construction managers, vendors, and commissioning teams to maintain schedule integrity.
Established on-site presence 2-3 days per week to identify and resolve blockers immediately.
Measurable Outcomes
Operational
Full project ownership achieved in 2 weeks versus 6-month traditional timeline, preserving construction velocity.
Financial
$20.4M in Productivity Value Preserved by eliminating 6-month ramp-up period.
Business
Created computational model to activate new capacity sooner for cloud and AI workloads.
Conclusion
Akraya transformed a critical capacity gap into an accelerated deployment advantage. By delivering experienced controls engineering capability capable of immediate project ownership, we eliminated 6 months of ramp-up time, preserved construction velocity across multiple builds.
