CASE STUDY / HVAC

Reduced HVAC-related OPEX by 25%, amounting to $2.5M annually

CLIENT BACKGROUND:

The client, a leading telecommunications company, operates over 150 facilities across the U.S., including data centers, call centers, and office spaces. Ensuring consistent HVAC performance was critical to their operations, particularly in maintaining optimal conditions for sensitive equipment and workforce comfort.

CHALLENGES:

-Rising maintenance costs due to reactive service approaches.

-Inconsistent service quality across multiple regional vendors.

-Frequent equipment breakdowns leading to downtime and operational disruptions.

-Lack of a centralized monitoring system for HVAC performance and vendor accountability.

SCOPE: Over 150 facilities across the U.S., including data centers, call centers, and office spaces.

SOLUTION IMPLEMENTED:

Vendor Consolidation: Streamlined the number of HVAC service providers, selecting two nationally recognized vendors to ensure uniform service quality and pricing.

Preventative Maintenance Program: Designed and implemented a proactive, data-driven maintenance schedule, reducing the risk of equipment failures.

Contract Negotiation: Secured favorable pricing and performance guarantees from vendors, aligning with the client's budgetary and operational goals.

RESULTS:

Cost Savings: Reduced HVAC-related OPEX by 25%, amounting to $2.5 million annually.

Downtime Minimization: Improved equipment reliability, reducing downtime by 40% and ensuring uninterrupted operations.

Standardized Service Quality: Achieved consistent service delivery across all facilities, enhancing tenant and employee satisfaction.

Sustainability Impact: Increased energy efficiency through optimized HVAC usage, supporting the company’s environmental goals..