Efficiency Monitoring Implementation at HPE CIC

This case study details the implementation of Checkmk at the HPE Customer Innovation Center (CIC) in Geneva, focusing on enhancing IT efficiency and sustainability. The CIC faced challenges in measuring energy efficiency and lacked a solution for automated data collection to support sustainability KPIs. To address these challenges, Checkmk was selected for its ability to provide out-of-the-box tracking of energy consumption and efficiency metrics. The platform's extensive multi-vendor support and integration capabilities allow for seamless data retrieval from VMware environments, enabling the CIC to monitor resource usage effectively. The results include significant time savings, improved operational efficiency, and successful certification from the Swiss Datacenter Efficiency Association (SDEA). The automated system captures key performance data, facilitating informed hardware procurement decisions and reducing CO₂ emissions and operational costs. This initiative positions the CIC as a leader in sustainability within the IT sector.