Christopher Elliott
Partner, Data Center Physical Infrastructure

The Senior Partner responsible for CST’s Data Center Physical Infrastructure practice, Chris Elliott brings over 10 years of experience focusing on economic, resiliency, and capacity-related concerns with respect to the physical aspects of data centers. Mr. Elliott is highly skilled in advising clientele throughout capital intensive data center programs. He is a strategic leader, with proven experience advising customers on critical business-driven technology requirements.

Mr. Elliott balances strengths in project management oversight, strategic planning, technical analysis, and team leadership. Focusing principally on Data Center infrastructure development, his customer accomplishments include the delivery of a US Trading Systems and associated client connections, as well as the technology to a new state-of-the-art Liquidity Center without business disruption. He also lead the development of a High Performance Computing Research Center (HPCRC), and data center asset strategy and business cases for Fortune 500 corporations and leading educational institutions such as the New York Stock Exchange, Princeton University, Nomura Securities, CIT, Archon Group (Goldman Sachs), Merrill Lynch, and Morgan Stanley.

Mr. Elliott holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA. Chris earned his MBA in Technology Management from Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ.

WHAT WE DO

Data CentersDesign, implement, and manage all aspects of data center facilities, technologies, and operations
WorkspacesCreate workspaces that are designed to support current and future IT requirements and business needs
Infrastructure OperationsDeliver cost-optimized management services that simplify the existing and future technology infrastructure
Technology ManagementCreate run-book operations programs for existing or new technology initiatives that effectively leverage IT platforms, practices, and processes across the enterprise
Strategy: Capacity & Demand PlanningExamine complex data sets to provide forward-looking demand projections
Strategy: Business Continuity PlanningDefine, review, and refine appropriate BCPs that support business needs while minimizing cost and complexity
Strategy: Site Selection ServicesApply our unparalleled knowledge of retail and wholesale data center markets and our subject matter expertise in identifying locations for greenfield data centers
Strategy: Owner’s Rep ServicesAssume responsibility for project success through a cohesive approach to data center design, development, and implementation that reflects the owner’s best interests
Strategy: Data Center Infrastructure ServicesEvaluate, conduct design reviews, and assess the reliability of mission-critical facilities
Implementation: Cable Plant Design & ImplementationOversee all aspects of structured cabling implementation, design, and build to address client needs based on industry best practices
Implementation: Migration Planning & ImplementationManage all aspects of migration programs across a three-phased approach that includes detailed planning, implementation, and execution
Implementation: Network & Telecom Carrier ServicesDesign and support cost-effective and practical telecommunication solutions
Implementation: Distributed InfrastructureDevelop and implement appropriate solutions that support business needs for both greenfield deployments and refreshes of existing technology
Optimization: Capacity Monitoring & ManagementDevelop and implement effective capacity management strategies to monitor consumption characteristics and Day 2 capacity forecasts
Optimization: Green InitiativesProvide thought leadership for green programs including carbon offset, free cooling, technology and building efficiencies, and LEED certification

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Christopher Elliott Partner, Data Center Physical Infrastructure

WHAT WE DO

Christopher Elliott
Partner, Data Center Physical Infrastructure