OCF Hosting
OCF partners with hosting provider DataVita who offer high density, sustainable hosting ideal for HPC Applications.
DataVita is a prominent provider of data center and multi-cloud solutions, with a strong emphasis on supporting high-power, complex workloads, including those for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and High-Performance Computing (HPC). The company's vision is to become the leading co-location and cloud services provider in Scotland and to expand across the wider UK market. Their infrastructure is designed to handle demanding environments, ensuring the resilience, security, and efficiency necessary for critical HPC operations. DataVita is a sustainable partner, claiming that its clients can significantly reduce their digital emissions, aligning with modern corporate responsibility goals.
The company's data centers are built for maximum performance and reliability. DataVita has achieved Uptime Institute Tier III accreditation for both the design and construction of its facilities, guaranteeing high availability and fault tolerance. They also back their services with a 100% uptime service level agreement (SLA), providing assurance for partners and clients running mission-critical applications. This robust foundation is essential for HPC workloads that require consistent and uninterrupted access to computing resources.
DataVita's commitment to scalability and strategic location is evident in their data center portfolio. Their flagship facility, DV1 in Lanarkshire, was the first in the UK to receive Tier III certification, while their new DV2 data center is centrally located in Glasgow. With a total of five sites, including two live and three in development, DataVita is well-positioned to meet the growing demands for high-density, low-latency computing environments. This network of facilities allows for flexible co-location and cloud deployment models, which are crucial for distributed and complex HPC projects.
By focusing on high-power workloads and combining efficient, resilient infrastructure with a sustainable approach, DataVita presents a compelling value proposition for partners in the HPC sector. Their ability to handle diverse and complex computing environments—from legacy systems to high-power AI and low-latency applications—makes them a suitable collaborator for organizations seeking to optimize their computing infrastructure. Their services offer significant cost savings, with clients potentially saving up to 60%, and their investment in renewable energy underscores their forward-thinking approach to the future of data and computing.