The Local Area Network (LAN) is the critical communications element in any modern business. Being responsible for the transmission of voice, data, video, IP CCTV and even building management, the importance of the LAN selection cannot be understated.

However, the range of LAN manufacturers and product options is increasing and selection far from straightforward.

For example, compare a Cisco and a Netgear ethernet switch – essentially they do the same thing but what are the differences and why are the costs so different?

Who should you use? Cisco, HP Procurve, Nortel, Extreme or any other the others?

Key LAN selection questions include:

• What will the LAN be used for?

• What type of performance levels are required?

• How critical are resilience and reliability?

• What level of availability is required?

As an independent consultancy we can provide impartial advice on these and many other issues. BBW have no preferred suppliers or solutions and can therefore provide truly independent advice.

Our typical projects include:

• Technical– Developing specifications, reviewing existing infrastructure, troubleshooting.
• Procurement– Writing and managing tenders (including OJEU) for the procurement of new LAN infrastructure.
• Benchmarking– How does your existing LAN perform?
• Strategy – How should you LAN develop in the future? How much would changes and developments cost?

 

About BBW

BBW is one of the UK’s leading independent communications consultancies with an impressive track record of delivering effective solutions to clients. By offering a comprehensive range of professional, technical and business communications advice and support, BBW is able to cater for a broad range of communications requirements.

As a strictly independent consultancy, we are able to offer our clients truly impartial advice.