CLOUD & HOSTING
How the partnership with Datacenter United transforms our hosting services
📅 09/01/2025
At Office-IT, hosting and cloud services form a strategic pillar of our service offering. To strengthen our growing portfolio, we recently entered into a partnership with Datacenter United, a company that excels in infrastructure, technology, and expertise. In an exclusive interview, our Chief Sales Officer Kurt Liekens explains why this partnership is so crucial and how it supports our mission to provide clients with the very best IT solutions. Discover how this collaboration enhances our reliability and sustainability — and how it shapes the future of our hosting services.
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Why Office-IT chooses external hosting
With offices throughout the province of Antwerp, Office-IT has grown into a trusted strategic IT partner. Businesses increasingly want to outsource their IT management to a partner who fully understands their needs and offers the right infrastructure and services to achieve their goals. More and more companies are opting for cloud-based or datacenter-hosting solutions to accelerate and secure their operations. Initially, Office-IT used its own datacenter to meet this demand. But as our customer base and the security and technology requirements grew, it became clear that an external solution was necessary. That search quickly led us to Datacenter United.
ISO 27001 and Tier 4: excellence in security and protection
The growing demand for certified security, such as ISO 27001, made it clear that maintaining our own datacenter was no longer sufficient. We needed a partner who could guarantee the highest level of safety and compliance. From the very first visit to Datacenter United, we knew we had made the right choice, says Kurt Liekens, Chief Sales Officer at Office-IT: “The strict access controls immediately gave us confidence that our data would be even better protected here than in our own facilities. During the guided tour, including access to the Tier 4 section, that confidence only grew stronger.”
The unique Tier 4 facility in Belgium — with full redundancy in power and connectivity — was one of the main reasons to choose Datacenter United. Kurt continues:
“We were especially impressed by the 24/7 access policy, combining badge access with an extra MFA verification via mobile phone. This additional layer of security gives us the certainty that our data is always optimally protected.”
Xavier Warnier, CCO of Datacenter United, adds:
“At Datacenter United, we continue to lead the way in safety and compliance. Certifications such as ISO 27001 and our Tier 4 status are not just labels; they are essential to provide clients like Office-IT with unmatched protection.
By choosing us, companies avoid the complex and costly process of managing these certifications themselves, allowing them to focus on their core business.”
A shared sense of care and urgency
“At Office-IT, after-care and quick response times are essential,” explains Kurt Liekens. “It’s reassuring to know that Datacenter United shares these values and consistently delivers on them.
This partnership ensures that both large projects and smaller operational requests are handled with the same urgency and professionalism.”
He gives a concrete example of Datacenter United’s outstanding support:
“During a critical project with a very tight deadline, the Datacenter United team worked proactively and efficiently. Thanks to their expertise, we were able to meet the deadline without compromising quality.”
Sustainability: innovation and environmental awareness in harmony
Sustainability has long been a core focus for Office-IT. Our headquarters in Olen are nearly energy-neutral; we’ve invested in a green vehicle fleet, expanded our charging infrastructure at both the Olen and Mortsel offices, and even financed home chargers for employees with electric vehicles.
Kurt recognizes the same ambition at Datacenter United: “Their sustainable approach — using green energy sources, advanced cooling systems, and responsible water management — shows that technology and environmental awareness can go hand in hand.”
Xavier Warnier adds: “Beyond our focus on security and compliance, sustainability is equally important to us.
Our goal is to achieve the Ecovadis Gold certification by 2025. Our commitment to reducing our ecological footprint is reflected in innovative technologies such as Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC) and Immersive Cooling, which significantly increase energy efficiency. We also invest in heat-distribution networks and Internet Exchange (IX) strategies that reduce unnecessary data traffic and reinforce our environmental goals. These initiatives, combined with the use of green energy and responsible resource management, demonstrate that technological innovation and sustainability can perfectly coexist. Clients like Office-IT value this approach and see us as the ideal partner for secure and sustainable datacenter solutions.”
Technology and expertise: the key to optimal solutions
Thanks to the partnership with Datacenter United, Office-IT can provide its clients with the most advanced and reliable hosting solutions, says Kurt Liekens:
“Our datacenter services are now future-ready and strategically positioned to offer sustainable long-term solutions. Datacenter United not only provides us with state-of-the-art technology and infrastructure but also with deep technical expertise. That support helps us meet the diverse and complex needs of our customers.”
He illustrates this with a real-life example:
“During an important project, Datacenter United assisted us in negotiating with a telecom provider to secure a shorter delivery time for a data line. Their collaboration and negotiation skills made it possible to meet strict deadlines and deliver a seamless experience for our client.”
According to Liekens, Datacenter United’s technical expertise and forward-thinking mindset are their biggest strengths:
“This partnership allows us to offer our clients reliable and future-proof datacenter solutions. But their value goes beyond technology — they also support us with strategic planning and coordination, which are crucial for the successful execution of complex projects such as datacenter migrations. What we especially appreciate is their open and transparent communication style, which aligns perfectly with our company culture. Moreover, they are flexible and always provide tailored solutions — a real contrast with the ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach we’ve seen elsewhere. Datacenter United consistently demonstrates that they truly understand what our clients need.”
Datacenter United: a partnership we highly recommend
When asked if he would recommend Datacenter United, Kurt Liekens answers without hesitation:
“They are our preferred supplier — and for good reason. Datacenter United offers state-of-the-art solutions that elevate our services to the next level, all at very competitive costs. Their technologies are reliable, innovative, and built for the future. That gives us full confidence that our data’s continuity and security are guaranteed.”
He adds: “Their ability to negotiate effectively with telecom providers has helped us meet tight deadlines — essential for the success of many projects. And perhaps most importantly, their team is always there for us. Their dedication to customer satisfaction and deep technical expertise make them an invaluable partner.”
Xavier Warnier, CCO of Datacenter United, concludes:
“We’re proud of our partnership with Office-IT and appreciate the trust they’ve placed in us. At Datacenter United, we aim to provide exceptional service and innovative solutions that help our clients achieve their goals. We look forward to continuing this successful collaboration and supporting their growth with our future-proof technologies and unwavering commitment to excellence — a value that is, and always will be, at the heart of our DNA.”
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