HEC’s Data Center Attains ‘Rated3’ Certification 

News Desk

Islamabad: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has made a significant stride in enhancing data accessibility and gaining international recognition by announcing the inauguration of a state-of-the-art data center at NED University in Karachi. This center signifies a pioneering initiative aimed at empowering universities digitally and bolstering their IT infrastructure, as stated in a recent press release.

The newly established Data Centre has garnered global acclaim, as the HEC received the prestigious “Design Document Certification” from the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) 942. This recognition stands as a commendable achievement for the nation and a substantial boost for Pakistan’s IT sector.

The TIA 942 standard, recognized worldwide as a benchmark for data center design and construction, has awarded HEC’s design with a ‘Rated3’ certification. This certification plays a pivotal role in ensuring the quality, reliability, scalability, security, and operational efficiency of cutting-edge data centers.

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The HEC is dedicated to enabling various academic pursuits by offering high-performance servers catering to cloud computing and high-performance computing (HPC), advanced storage solutions, and robust networking capabilities.

Key features of the data center include cutting-edge technologies that incorporate the latest advancements in cloud computing and HPC to meet the evolving needs of academic research, alongside international certification for quality assurance. The TIA 942 ‘Rated3’ certification ensures the highest standards in quality, reliability, and security, positioning this data center at the forefront of global best practices.

The Center will facilitate high-speed, secure, and reliable access to data, presenting a significant advantage to researchers at Pakistani universities. It will also provide collaborative opportunities for R&D, fostering seamless data sharing, online education, and access to shared computing facilities.

This data center’s establishment underscores HEC’s commitment to advancing technological infrastructure in higher education. This milestone not only places Pakistan on the global IT map but also opens doors for collaborative research, innovation, and academic excellence.