BCR - Dizaster Recovery Center

BCR Chișinău has launched the design and construction of a state-of-the-art Data Center, built in compliance with the TIA-942 international standard, Tier III level. Beyond its role as a primary data hub, the facility is designed to function as a Disaster Recovery Center

⚙️ Technological Architecture – BCR Chișinău Data Center (Tier III, TIA-942)

🔌 Electrical Infrastructure

• Dual power supply (A+B) – each rack has two independent energy sources.
• Modular UPS systems – ensure continuity in case of short interruptions.
• Diesel generators and network redundancy – extended autonomy for uninterrupted operation.
• Intelligent distribution system (monitored PDUs) – real-time control and reporting of energy consumption.

🌡️ HVAC and Climate Systems

• N+1 redundancy – each cooling unit has active backup.
• Optimized airflow (hot aisle / cold aisle containment) – energy efficiency and equipment protection.
• Continuous monitoring – IoT sensors for temperature, humidity, seismic activity, and pressure.

📡 Network and Telecommunications

• Multi-carrier connectivity – redundancy at the internet provider level.
• Redundant core switching – spine-leaf architecture for minimal latency.
• VLAN segmentation and SDN – flexibility and security in resource allocation.

🔒 Physical and Cybersecurity

• Biometric access and smart cards – strict entry control.
• 24/7 video surveillance – IP cameras with intelligent analytics.

🧯 Protection and Safety Systems

• Early fire detection (VESDA) – air sampling for fine particle identification.
• Inert gas suppression (INERGEN) – equipment protection without damage.
• Redundant alarm and evacuation systems – safety for personnel and infrastructure.

🌟 Technological Benefits for the Bank

• Guaranteed availability – SLA of 99.982% according to Tier III.
• Incident resilience – full redundancy across power, cooling, and network.
• Scalability – infrastructure ready for data growth and digital applications.
• Multi-layer security – integrated physical and cyber protection.
• Energy efficiency – reduced costs through modern cooling and distribution technologies.
• International compliance – adherence to TIA-942 standards and banking regulatory requirements.