Celebrating ISO Excellence in Our Data Center and more!

Datasur: Pioneering Excellence in Information Security and Business Continuity

As we continue to navigate the digital landscape, ensuring robust information security and seamless business continuity remains our top priority. In 2024, Datasur is proud to announce the successful completion of our certification journey, reaffirming our position as the nation’s leading commercial data center.

Flawless Audits: A Testament to Our Dedication
We are excited to share that our recent ISO 27001 and ISO 22301 certification audits were completed with zero non-conformities (0 NCs) for the third consecutive year. This impeccable result underscores our relentless pursuit of excellence in safeguarding your critical data and ensuring uninterrupted business operations.

What This Means for You: Enhanced Reliability and Trust
For our valued clients, these achievements translate into tangible benefits. The flawless audit results and our transition to the latest ISO 27001:2022 standards mean you can trust Datasur to provide an even higher level of reliability, security, and consistency in our services. You can rest assured that your data is in safe hands, and your business continuity is safeguarded against any potential disruptions. This accomplishment strengthens the trust you place in us and reaffirms our commitment to supporting your business with the highest standards in the industry.

A Seamless Transition to the Latest Standards
This year marked a significant milestone as we successfully transitioned from ISO 27001:2013 to the latest ISO 27001:2022 standards. This complex and demanding process was expertly managed and executed by our General Affairs Manager, Sheetal Ganput, whose strategic planning and leadership were instrumental in our success.

Sheetal Ganput, Ph.D., M.Sc., General Affairs Manager, Datasur

Behind the Certification: Preparation, Precision, and Perseverance
Achieving these certifications is no small feat. It requires meticulous preparation, thorough reviews, and a commitment to continuous improvement. At Datasur, we leave no stone unturned, ensuring that every policy, procedure, and control aligns with the rigorous requirements of ISO standards.
Our audit process goes beyond the technical aspects, covering areas such as HR practices, legal compliance, commercial activities, contract management, supplier relationships, and the integrity of our supply chain, etc. This comprehensive approach ensures that we meet the highest standards across all facets of our operations.
 
The Team Behind the Success: Recognizing Our Dedication
None of these accomplishments would have been possible without the unwavering dedication and hard work of our entire team. Their commitment to maintaining and exceeding the high standards required for these certifications is the foundation of our success. Every member of the Datasur team plays a critical role in ensuring that we continue to deliver exceptional service and uphold our reputation as industry leaders. We are proud of our team’s efforts and celebrate this achievement together.
 
Looking Ahead: Continuous Improvement and Future-Ready Strategies
While we celebrate our successes, we remain focused on the future. Our commitment to continuous improvement drives us to seek new ways to enhance our information security and business continuity measures. The transition to the 2022 version of ISO 27001 is just the beginning of our ongoing efforts to stay ahead of emerging challenges.
 
Engaging Our Community: A Collective Journey Forward
We believe in the power of collaboration and shared understanding. As we move forward, we are engaging all stakeholders within the Datasur community, from our Board of Directors to our shareholder, to ensure that everyone is aligned with our vision and goals.
 
Commitment to Innovation: Shaping the Future of Datasur
At Datasur, we never settle for the status quo. We are constantly evolving, innovating, and striving to set new standards in information security and business continuity. Our journey is one of continuous growth, and we are excited to have you with us as we shape the future.
 
Thank you for your trust and partnership. Together, we will continue to secure your digital world and ensure the resilience of your business operations.
 
Stay Secure, Stay Connected!
Best Regards,
Sheetal Ganput, Ph.D., M.Sc.
General Affairs Manager, Datasur


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Whitney de Rijp, MBA in Innovation and Technology.
Whitney de Rijp is a young driven Surinamese woman. She has been working at Datasur for over 6 years. Together with her top team, they ensure that customer data is stored securely all over the world which helps them focus on their core business.

Integrity, authenticity and just being herself is the mode for success as a Commercial Affairs Manager. Furthermore, she finds it very important to maximize effectiveness and of course lead by example. For both the internal and the external organization she is very transparent, which also fosters loyalty and engagement with the company goals.

Jurgen Schmeltz has as a Bachelor's degree in Information and Communication Technology and several IT certifications. His IT career started in Johannesburg, South Africa at IBM where he gained international experience for 5 years. When he came back to Suriname, he worked for two IT companies and also gained experience in VOIP, Backup Solutions and Microsoft Products.

At the moment Jurgen is a Cloud and Datacenter Infrastructure Specialist with many years of experience in the field of Microsoft Virtualization, Workplace Automation, Backup, Replication and Data Center Infrastructure. He currently holds the position of Operations Manager and is responsible for managing the Datacenter Operations such as Cloud and Network infrastructure.

Furthermore, he is also responsible for managing daily Facility Operations of the Datasur Datacenters and Project Lead for Cloud and Datacenter expansion projects. In his free time he’s a parttime lecturer at the two technical Universities in Suriname.

On behalf of Datasur Jurgen Schmeltz is also chairman of SUR-IX. The Suriname Internet Exchange Point which will be operational before the end of 2022

Sheetal Ganput works as the General Affairs Manager at Datasur. In this role she is part of the management team and reports to the CEO of Datasur.

She is a very self-driven, detail-oriented & hardworking young professional. She has helped to reorganize the company in the field of Office, HRM and Supply Chain Management.

Sheetal has her B.Sc. in Business Management and also completed her M.Sc. completed in Business Management with a specialization in Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Leadership. She is very progressive and is currently doing her Ph.D. study in Leadership & Management

Our CEO, Dr. Anvit Ramlakhan is a prolific strong inspiring inclusive young professional leader from Suriname, working in different fields to contribute for the betterment of humanity and the world. He is an experienced executive with a demonstrated history of working in the ICT industry for several years, with a widespread of skills in operations, quality, risk, project, business, strategy, product portfolio management (just to name a few). At Datasur Anvit oversees the total company performance on strategical level, with a strong focus on business growth, innovation, customer experience and financial profitability.

Furthermore, Anvit contributes to development of the Surinamese youth by lecturing and tutoring at four university study organizations in Suriname on undergraduate and postgraduate levels within study fields such as ICT, Electrical engineering, Organization management, Process management, Business intelligence, MBA, etc.

He has a strong professional background with a cum laude doctorate (Ph.D. in Management- Information and Technology) from the Akamai University in USA, Master of Science (M.Sc.) with merit in Information Systems from Anglia Ruskin University in London, UK and Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Telecommunications from Anton de Kom University in Paramaribo, Suriname. He currently is finishing up his MBA in Strategic Management and Leadership at the London School of International Business, London, UK.

Anvit has several prolific leadership and business certifications, ongoing humanity service, extensive spiritual drive and a personal theme which is as follows: “Continuous progressive successful excellence”. He is part of volunteer organization HSS for 20+ years, through which character molding, collaboration and way of living for the youth is created and augmented.

In January 2022 he has been elected for two years as Chairman of the ICT Association in Suriname, in order to help strategize the sustainable digital economic development of Suriname. Furthermore he also has been elected as Chairman for the Suriname Business Youth Association in June 2021 for a period of two years, whereby development and support of young entrepreneurs and professionals is one of the main goals. Anvit is also part of the presidential working groups on areas of e-Government and wage council.