In the world of corporate logistics, there are few tasks more critical than moving the technological heart of an organization. This is why our server relocation services in Mumbai are built on a foundation of precision, security, and technical expertise. When leading IT solutions provider Net Covet needed a logistics partner to relocate a critical officer server for their client, HDFC Bank, they required a team that understood that the cargo wasn’t just hardware, it was data, security, and operational continuity.
The task was to move a server from HDFC Bank’s primary data center in BKC to a new disaster recovery site in Navi Mumbai. This wasn’t a standard move; it was a high-stakes operation where the tolerance for error was zero.
“We are responsible for the integrity of our client’s IT infrastructure,” said the project lead from Net Covet. “We needed a logistics partner who spoke our language, the language of anti-static protocols, shock absorption, and secure chain of custody. We needed Shiftraa.”
The Challenge: Mission-Critical, Zero-Failure Tolerance
Relocating a server is not like moving a desk. The challenges are immense:
- Data Integrity: The slightest physical jolt or static discharge can corrupt drives, leading to catastrophic data loss.
- Hardware Sensitivity: Servers are delicate, complex machines. Internal components can be easily damaged by improper handling or temperature fluctuations.
- Security Risk: The physical security of the server during transit is paramount to prevent unauthorized access.
- Downtime Cost: For a bank, server downtime can impact operations and cost millions. The move had to be executed with surgical precision to minimize this window.
The Shiftraa Technical Logistics Protocol
Our Head of Technical Logistics, Vikram Rathod, collaborated closely with the engineers from Net Covet to devise a meticulous, multi-stage plan. This is the Shiftraa protocol for high-stakes IT relocations.
Phase 1: Decommissioning and Specialized Packing
After the Net Covet team professionally decommissioned the server, our technical crew took over.
- Anti-Static Protection: Every component was wrapped in specialized anti-static bags to neutralize any potential electrostatic discharge.
- Custom Crating: The server was then placed into a custom-built, shock-absorbent wooden crate. The interior was lined with high-density foam that was custom-cut to the server’s exact dimensions, ensuring zero movement during transit. All peripherals and cables were labeled and packed separately.
This level of detail is a core component of our wider Corporate Relocation services, where we treat every piece of technology with the care it deserves.
Phase 2: Secure, Climate-Controlled Transit
The crated server was moved using specialized equipment to one of our climate-controlled vehicles. These trucks are designed to minimize vibration and maintain a stable temperature, protecting the hardware from environmental stress. The vehicle was GPS-tracked and traveled directly to the destination with a two-person crew, ensuring a secure chain of custody.
Phase 3: Coordinated Re-Installation
Upon arrival at the Navi Mumbai site, our team carefully uncrated the server and placed it in its designated rack position under the direct supervision of the Net Covet engineers. We remained on-site to assist with physical setup until the Net Covet team began the re-commissioning and testing process.
The Result: A Seamless Transition, Mission Accomplished
The server was re-installed and back online ahead of the scheduled maintenance window. Rigorous testing by Net Covet and HDFC Bank’s IT team confirmed the best possible outcome: zero data loss, zero hardware damage, and a successful, seamless relocation.
“Shiftraa operated as a true extension of our own technical team,” said the Net Covet lead. “Their professionalism, attention to detail, and understanding of the stakes involved were exemplary. They are now our exclusive partner for all physical server relocation services in Mumbai.”
When the stakes are this high, you don’t need a mover. you need a technical logistics partner.
To discuss the secure relocation of your critical IT infrastructure, contact our technical logistics team for a confidential consultation.
Project Details
| Project Detail | Description |
| End Client | HDFC Bank |
| Contracting Partner | Net Covet (IT Solutions Provider) |
| Shiftraa Project Manager | Vikram Rathod (Head of Technical Logistics) |
| Service Type | High-Stakes Server & IT Infrastructure Relocation |
| Origin | HDFC Bank’s Data Center, BKC, Mumbai |
| Destination | New DR (Disaster Recovery) Site, Navi Mumbai |
| Key Challenges | 1. Extreme sensitivity of server equipment to shock, static, and temperature changes. 2. Zero tolerance for data loss or corruption. 3. Minimizing downtime to avoid service disruption. 4. Seamless coordination with the client’s IT partner (Net Covet). |
| Shiftraa’s Solution | A dedicated technical logistics team, custom-built shock-absorbent crates, complete anti-static protocols, climate-controlled transport, and a coordinated re-installation with Net Covet’s engineers. |
| Outcome | Flawless and secure relocation of the critical server. The re-installation was completed ahead of schedule with zero data loss, ensuring continuity of the bank’s operations. |