
Luke McFarland Consulting & Advisory Services
"Pivot. Perform. Profit."


"Ready to take the next step toward achieving data centre initiative objectives? It's time to make it happen!
Just fill in your name and email address below, and then click the Schedule Your 60-Minute Session button to secure your spot.
This is your opportunity to gain clarity, define your business case framework and roadmap, that sets the stage for success.
0–5 min | Welcome & Introductions
- Acknowledge participants
- Brief personal introduction (credentials, experience, and relevance to data centre transformation)
- State workshop objectives.
5–15 min | Client Objectives & Strategic Drivers
- Invite client to share current state and drivers behind the initiative (e.g., capacity, security, compliance, cost)
- Align initiative with their business vision, growth goals, or digital transformation programs
- Highlight key use cases (e.g., migration, greenfield setup, Tier classification upgrades)
15–25 min | Data Centre Initiative Overview
- Describe proposed scope and approach
- Greenfield vs. Brownfield
- Tier classification (Tier 1–2 focus)
- Key pillars: Uptime, Redundancy, Efficiency, Security
- High-level phases: Assessment, Design, Build, Migrate, Operate
- Touchpoints with cybersecurity, physical security, and compliance
25–35 min | Value Proposition & Strategic Outcomes
- Cost vs. Risk vs. Uptime matrix
- Quantifiable business outcomes:
- Reduced latency and downtime
- Improved compliance posture (ISM/PSPF alignment)
- Lower long-term OPEX
- Sustainability benefits (greenfield energy-efficient builds)
35–45 min | Risk, Governance & Security Frameworks
- Overview of risk management approach: ISO 27001, ISM, PSPF alignment
- Physical security and fire safety brief
- Compliance readiness and reporting
- Tier alignment and certification opportunities
45–55 min | Questions & Discussion
- Open floor for client questions
- Address concerns and align expectations
55–60 min | Summary & Call to Action
- Recap key points and value offered
- Share relevant credentials or case studies
- Propose next steps


