Global Technical Realty
PE-OWNED
Acquired by KKR and Oak Hill
What PE Will Likely Do
Increased data center outages and downtime due to deferred maintenance and infrastructure upgrades
Potential data security and privacy breaches due to cost-cutting measures affecting security protocols and personnel
Significant price increases for data center services passed on to Global Technical Realty's customers
Expected Timeline
“0 to 6 months months”
Announcements about 'optimization' and 'streamlining' operations, hinting at potential cost-cutting measures
“6 to 12 months months”
First round of staffing reductions in IT, engineering, and support teams
“12 to 24 months months”
Noticeable degradation in data center reliability and response times due to deferred maintenance
“24 to 48 months months”
Increased data breaches and security incidents as security budgets are reduced, bankruptcy rumors begin to surface
“48 to 60 months months”
Potential bankruptcy, restructuring, or fire sale of Global Technical Realty's assets
What You Can Do
Actions
Closely monitor the performance and reliability of Global Technical Realty's data centers
Evaluate alternative data center providers that prioritize service quality and long-term investment
Advocate for regulatory oversight and consumer protections in the data center industry
Alternatives
Look for family-owned or employee-owned businesses