Centralized IT Services Implementation at DGD Stiftung

This technical report outlines the initiative taken by DGD Stiftung to centralize its IT services and enhance its operational agility. The organization, which encompasses various healthcare facilities, faced challenges such as the need for modernized IT infrastructure, compliance with legal digitization requirements, and a shortage of skilled staff. In response, DGD Stiftung decided to unify its data center services and standardize processes, leading to the selection of Fujitsu's uScale storage solution. The report details the decision-making process that led to the procurement of Fujitsu's all-flash storage systems, emphasizing their flexibility and cost-effectiveness. It describes the implementation of a high-availability data center architecture, including the migration of virtual machines and the establishment of a centralized exchange cluster. The report concludes by highlighting the benefits of the uScale model, which allows for scalable storage solutions without significant upfront investment, thus enabling the organization to adapt swiftly to changing data requirements.