IT Industry- Onsite post deployment survey case study
About the company
The company being a global leader in delivering technology solutions, embarked on a critical project to enhance wireless network performance at a corporate office in Bellevue. The aim was to conduct a thorough post-deployment site survey to identify any RF coverage deficiencies and provide strategic recommendations for additional access points (APs). This project was essential for ensuring optimal wireless connectivity, crucial for maintaining seamless communication and productivity within the office environment. Covering an area of 8,895 square feet, the office was equipped with six Cisco 9166 access points, and the company was tasked with validating and optimizing this setup. Pm2net's extensive experience in network solutions and commitment to excellence positioned them as the ideal partner for this project. By leveraging advanced tools and methodologies, the team aimed to deliver actionable insights and recommendations to enhance the wireless network infrastructure, thereby supporting the organization's operational efficiency and technological advancements.
CHALLENGES
The project faced several challenges:
Accurate Data Collection: Ensuring precise and comprehensive data collection during the wireless site survey to identify coverage gaps and performance issues.
Heat Map Accuracy: Deriving an accurate heat map for AP placement based on the survey data to provide actionable insights.
Timely Reporting: Completing the documentation and recommendations within the stipulated five working days.
Customer Coordination: Collaborating effectively with the customer to obtain the necessary floor plans and access to the survey location.
Assessment and solution
To address these challenges, a systematic approach was employed:
Pre-Survey Preparation:
Engaged with the customer to obtain detailed floor plans of the survey location.
Reviewed the existing setup of the six Cisco 9166 APs to understand the current deployment.
Wireless Site Survey:
Conducted a thorough validation wireless site survey using Ekahau Site Survey tools to collect extensive data on the current WIFI condition.
Identified RF coverage deficiencies and areas with potential signal interference.
Data Analysis and Heat Map Creation:
Analyzed the collected data to generate a detailed heat map indicating current AP placements and coverage areas.
Highlighted areas with poor signal strength and recommended optimal locations for additional APs to improve coverage.
Report Generation:
Compiled an ESX file of the Wireless Ekahau Site Survey Report, summarizing the current WIFI conditions and the findings from the site survey.
Prepared comprehensive documentation, including detailed recommendations for additional AP placements and configurations to enhance wireless performance.
Timely Delivery:
Ensured all documentation and recommendations were completed and delivered to the customer within five working days from the time of the survey.
advantages
The successful completion of the Bellevue-Onsite Post Deployment Survey Project provided several significant advantages:
Enhanced Wireless Coverage: The identification of RF coverage deficiencies and the subsequent recommendations for additional AP placements ensured robust and seamless wireless connectivity across the office space.
Data-Driven Insights: The detailed heat map and survey report provided the customer with clear, data-driven insights into their current wireless network performance and areas for improvement.
Improved Network Performance: Implementing the recommended changes led to improved network performance, reducing dead zones and enhancing overall user experience.
Timely Solutions: The prompt delivery of the survey report and recommendations enabled the customer to address wireless network issues quickly, minimizing downtime and disruption.
In conclusion, the Bellevue-Onsite Post Deployment Survey Project exemplified the importance of meticulous data collection, precise analysis, and timely reporting in optimizing wireless network performance. The project not only addressed the immediate RF coverage deficiencies but also provided a solid foundation for future wireless infrastructure improvements.