ODC-Noord

ODC-Noord, or Overheidsdatacenter Noord, is one of four key government data centers in the Netherlands. Located in Groningen, it is central to providing secure and sustainable IT infrastructure for governmental organizations across the country. As a critical part of the nation’s public sector IT landscape, ODC-Noord focuses on delivering efficient and reliable data management services to support the digital operations of various government agencies.

ODC-Noord offers a range of cloud and data center services, including Housing-as-a-Service (HaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS). These services are designed to support mission-critical operations for government agencies, ensuring high availability, performance, and security. The center also provides advanced solutions for DevOps, data science, and deep analytics, tailored to the specific needs of public sector clients.

ODC-Noord is committed to delivering high-quality IT services that align with the Dutch government’s digital transformation goals. ODC-Noord emphasizes sustainability, aiming for a zero-carbon footprint by 2030, and is already powered entirely by renewable energy sources. Through continuous innovation and adherence to best practices, ODC-Noord supports the public sector’s drive toward a more efficient and sustainable future.

“Fairbanks provides us with the up-to-date expertise we need when our own team encounters challenges. They emphasize collaboration, engaging directly with our teams to find solutions together, rather than dictating how things should be done.”

– Jaap Jansma, manager Overheidsdatacenter ODC-Noord

To address security and compliance challenges, ODC-Noord implemented state-of-the-art encryption protocols, multi-layered firewalls, and regular security audits. These measures ensure that sensitive government data remains protected, meeting the highest standards of national and international regulations.

ODC-Noord adopted a highly flexible, cloud-based infrastructure that scales effortlessly to accommodate increasing data loads and evolving service requirements. This robust infrastructure allows the center to efficiently manage growing governmental demands while seamlessly integrating new technologies as they emerge.

In line with its sustainability goals, ODC-Noord integrated energy-efficient technologies, such as advanced cooling systems and renewable energy sources like wind and solar power. These initiatives have helped the center reduce its carbon footprint significantly, bringing it closer to its goal of achieving a zero-carbon footprint by 2030.

ODC-Noord streamlined its operations by automating routine tasks and optimizing resource utilization. This approach has minimized downtime, enhanced service reliability, and allowed the center to focus more on innovation and customer service, ensuring consistent, high-quality delivery across all governmental agencies.

To tackle the challenge of integrating legacy systems with modern infrastructure, ODC-Noord implemented a hybrid cloud solution. This allowed for seamless interoperability between old and new technologies, ensuring that existing systems could continue to function smoothly while benefiting from latest advancements.

“With Fairbanks and 42on as our support partners, we have the confidence to manage our open source cloud infrastructure with the same reliability as any other cloud platform. This partnership allows us to remain independent, fully in control of our technology, and free to embrace the latest advancements.”

– Jaap Jansma, manager Overheidsdatacenter ODC-Noord