The Volvo Ocean Race is designed on an IT platform, which requires the crew to:

• Build up and tear down the IT infrastructure in 11 different cities across 5 continents
• Ensure effective communication between the Volvo Ocean Race stop-overs and the rest of the world
• Provide high-speed access to information for the media at the race -  24 x 7
• Host the Volvo Ocean Race web site, ensuring uptime for millions of visitors
• Implement and support the mobile office environment for the race staff
• Deliver 100% availability for the duration of the race, with no room for mistakes