A.7 Logistics Checklist

Use this checklist to ensure that the logistics requirements have been addressed.

Logistics Checklist Considerations Yes No N/A Comment

What are the contact details for the data center liaison and required key personnel?

How will data center security and access control be managed?

What security background checks or security clearances are required for Oracle personnel to access the data center? How can the required clearances be obtained?

How many days in advance must background checks be completed?

Are there any additional security access issues?

Is computer room access available for installation personnel?

Are laptops allowed in the data center?

Are cell phones allowed in the data center?

Are cameras allowed in the data center?

Does the building have a delivery dock?

Is there a delivery/unpacking/staging area?

Is inside delivery planned (direct to the final rack location in the data center room)?

If the delivery is not inside, then is the site prepared for uncrating?

Is the delivery/unpacking/staging area protected from the elements?

Does the building have adequate receiving space?

Is the unpacking area air-conditioned to avoid thermal shock for various hardware components?

Will sufficient moving personnel be available to transport the rack?

(If applicable to your site) Is union labor required for any part of the delivery or installation?

Is the site prepared for uncrating and packaging removal? Package removal should take place outside the data center room.

Is uncrating of cabinet and cabinet packaging removal required?

Are there any restrictions on delivery truck length, width or height?

Is there storage space (cabinet) for any ride along spares? If not, does the customer allow cardboard boxes and other packing material in the computer room, since the spares are packed in cardboard boxes?

Is there a time constraint on dock access? If yes, please provide time constraints.

Is a tail or side lift required on the delivery carrier to unload the equipment at the delivery dock?

Will any special equipment be required to place the rack in the data center room? Examples:

  • Stair walkers

  • Lifters

  • Ramps

  • Steel plates

  • Floor covers

Does the delivery carrier require any special equipment, such as non-floor damaging rollers, transport dollies, pallet jacks or fork lifts?

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