PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Infrastructure

We offer a comprehensive suite of professional services designed to optimize, secure, and future-proof your data center. From crafting resilient On-Premises and Hybrid solutions to maximizing the efficiency of Enterprise Storage (SAN), Servers, and Hyperconverged Infrastructure, our expertise is your gateway to a seamlessly integrated and high-performance environment. Safeguard your critical data with industry-leading tools such as Commvault, Veeam, Dell, and Datto for Data Backup and Recovery.

Data Center & Virtualization

Architecting the Future: Data Center Excellence and Virtualization Expertise

Enter the realm of Data Center & Virtualization solutions where we seamlessly blend cutting-edge technology with strategic planning. Our expertise extends beyond the physical infrastructure, delving into the virtual landscape. Whether you're optimizing existing data centers or venturing into virtualization, our tailored professional services ensure a resilient, high-performing, and future-ready digital foundation.

Enterprise Storage (SAN)

Explore advanced storage solutions with our Enterprise Storage services, focusing on Storage Area Network (SAN) expertise. From optimizing storage efficiency to ensuring high-performance data access, our professionals tailor solutions to meet the unique storage needs of your enterprise.

Servers

Unlock the potential of your data center with our expertise. Whether it's optimizing server configurations, enhancing performance, or ensuring scalability, our professionals provide tailored solutions to meet the needs of your business.

Hyperconverged Infrastructure
networking storage virtualization in one HCI

Experience the future of networking, storage, and virtualization in one with our Hyperconverged Infrastructure solutions. Our experts guide you through the integration process, ensuring a seamless and efficient infrastructure that simplifies management and enhances performance.

Data Backup and Recovery
Commvault, Veeam, Dell, Datto

Safeguard your data with our comprehensive Data Backup and Recovery solutions. From industry-leading tools like Commvault, Veeam, Dell, and Datto, we tailor backup and recovery strategies to ensure the resilience of your data in the face of unexpected challenges.

Virtualization
VMware, Hyperconverged, Cisco UCS

Optimize resource utilization and enhance flexibility with our Virtualization solutions. Whether it's through VMware, Hyperconverged infrastructure, or Cisco UCS, we bring virtualization expertise to streamline operations and improve overall efficiency.

VDI
VMware, Citrix

Transform the way your team works with our Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solutions. From VMware to Citrix, our experts tailor VDI solutions to suit your organization's needs, providing secure and accessible virtual desktop environments.

Automation & Analytics
SolarWinds, ConnectWise

Enhance operational efficiency with our Automation & Analytics solutions. From SolarWinds for monitoring and alerting to ConnectWise for streamlined task management, our professionals empower your data center with advanced automation and analytics capabilities.

Resiliency
Failover, High Availability, Disaster Recovery

Ensure continuous operations and data protection with our Resiliency solutions. From failover mechanisms to high availability configurations and robust Disaster Recovery planning, our services fortify your data center against disruptions, minimizing downtime and ensuring business continuity.

Elevate Your Security.

Unlock tailored solutions and fortify your digital infrastructure with our specialized Security, Data Center, and Cloud Services.

Ready to strengthen your defenses and navigate the ever-changing landscape of cybersecurity, data centers, and cloud services? Our experts are here to guide you through strategic solutions designed for your unique challenges. Book a personalized consultation now and embark on a journey towards a more secure and resilient digital future

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Migrating and Running VMWare ESXi on Nutanix for Data Center Operations
The Challenge

A prominent global manufacturer, facing challenges with the efficiency of its widely distributed manufacturing facilities due to an outdated data centre, sought a data centre refresh. The seamless transition from its current data centre to a new VMware on the Nutanix platform was identified as a critical priority to enhance operational capabilities across its global network of plants.

The Solution

Aspire implemented ESXi hypervisor clusters, VMware vCenter, and the Nutanix AOS Acropolis Operating System, incorporating hardware alerting and remote console access. Additionally, remote management was established at both primary and disaster recovery sites, comprehensive environment documentation was provided to facilitate deployment, replication was configured, and distributed storage and encryption were set up to ensure a robust and secure infrastructure.

The Benefits

The client successfully migrated all existing virtual machines and infrastructure to the new Nutanix platform within a swift 3-week. This led to a modernised infrastructure that enhanced user experience and bolstered environment stability. For instance, the new platform improved the speed and reliability of their operations, leading to increased productivity and reduced downtime.

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Customer Industry
Utilities
Database Snapshot Automation
The Challenge

Our client requires the capability to capture snapshots of application databases and store them securely and efficiently while reducing recovery times within their current NetApp SAN infrastructure.

The Solution

We seamlessly integrated NetApp SnapManager with their existing NetApp SAN infrastructure to meet our client's needs and imported over 50 application databases into the system. To ensure data protection and integrity, automated database snapshot policies were configured within SnapManager to enable regular snapshots of the databases. Extensive testing was conducted on the database snapshot restore functionality to verify the seamless recovery process, assuring the client that their applications could swiftly recover from potential disruptions.

The Benefits

Reassured by the expertise of certified professionals, our clients gained peace of mind knowing that their application databases were secure through a technically robust implementation. Furthermore, if necessary, they were empowered to independently execute the recovery process, supported by comprehensive documentation and advanced tools provided for their convenience.

Technologies used
Customer Industry
Finance
Complete Overhaul of Data Center
The Challenge

An outdated data centre with end-of-life hardware required a comprehensive modernisation initiative to enhance efficiency and performance.

The Solution

We executed a seamless migration process by utilising Dell servers, VMware ESXi Hypervisor, and vCenter controller. This involved setting up the new infrastructure alongside the legacy equipment, deploying ESXi and vCenter on the latest hardware, transferring existing VMs from the old environment to the new one, configuring the networking settings, transitioning the new system online, and successfully switching over from the old production setup to the latest production environment.

The Benefits

The client experienced enhanced stability and minimised attack vulnerabilities through the implementation of updated software, resulting in an overall improved security posture. Additionally, the upgrade to advanced servers and switching hardware led to decreased latency, optimising system performance and responsiveness.

Technologies used
Customer Industry
Utilities
Centralized Network Operations Center & State of the Art Solarwinds Monitoring for Credit Union
The Challenge

The credit union faced a significant challenge in enhancing the detection and management of network and infrastructure issues across a complex environment. This environment encompassed 43 branch locations, 3 data centres, 200-300 servers, and over 1,000 users, serving a customer base of more than 400,000 individual and business customers.

The Solution

To enhance network and infrastructure management for our customers complex environment, the solution successfully delivered a Centralized Network Operations Centre (NOC) equipped with advanced monitoring and reporting tools in alignment with industry best practices. This deployment significantly enhanced the credit union's visibility into network and infrastructure operations, improving the detection and management of issues across their extensive network environment.

The Benefits

By implementing a centralised NOC with network traffic monitoring and infrastructure management capabilities, the organisation is now able to constantly monitor the health and performance of equipment and communication systems, identify potential issues promptly, detect impending failures through systematic scanning to help prevent disruptions before they occur, identify, predict, and prevent incidents and outages before they impact operations, ensuring seamless network performance, monitor for events that typically precede outages allows for swift action to avoid service disruptions, and proactively resolve emerging issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted service delivery.

Technologies used
Customer Industry
Finance
VMWare integration at First Technology Credit Union
The Challenge

A prominent credit union encountered multiple obstacles in establishing a secure, dependable, and scalable Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) for its staff. The current VDI system, built on an obsolete platform, posed challenges due to high maintenance costs, performance issues, and limited scalability. Moreover, the credit union aimed to enhance workforce flexibility and mobility by enabling employees to utilise personal devices and access their desktops from various locations. Meeting stringent regulatory and security standards, ensuring seamless business operations, and implementing robust disaster recovery measures were crucial objectives for the credit union.

The Solution

In addressing the challenges, First Tech Federal Credit Union partnered with Aspire Live, a leading cloud services provider, to create a state-of-the-art VDI solution using VMWare Horizon Cloud. Drawing on Aspire Live's expertise and top-notch industry standards, the innovative solution integrates key elements, including VMWare Horizon Cloud on Microsoft Azure, VMWare Unified Access Gateway, VMWare App Volumes, and VMWare Dynamic Environment Manager.

The Benefits

By implementing the VMWare Horizon Cloud solution, First Tech Federal Credit Union revolutionised its operations, reaping many benefits that propelled the organisation towards unparalleled success. The deployment led to a remarkable surge in employee productivity and satisfaction and substantially reduced operational costs and complexities, paving the way for a streamlined and efficient workflow. Moreover, the enhanced security measures and heightened compliance standards instilled a sense of trust and reliability within the organisation, ensuring data protection and regulatory adherence. This transformation also ushered in increased business agility and resilience, empowering the credit union to adapt swiftly to changing landscapes and emerging challenges, setting a new standard for excellence in the industry.

Technologies used
Customer Industry
Finance
On-Site Recovery Solution
The Challenge

Deliver an on-site Data Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) solution tailored for mid to large-size businesses, ensuring comprehensive backup of virtual machines and data.

The Solution

Aspire Live, a trusted IT solutions provider, implemented a Rubrik Cloud Data Management (CDM) solution on-site with the client, offering in-depth training to their infrastructure team for proficient management. The configuration encompassed thorough system testing to guarantee seamless integration with the customer's virtualisation platform.

The Benefits

The customer ensured robust data protection by maintaining a daily backup of all virtual machines and critical business data for six months. Configuring Rubrik in an out-of-band network enhanced the organisation's resilience against ransomware attacks. The infrastructure team was also equipped with the necessary skills to manage the Rubrik cluster effectively. As a result, the client experienced improved data recovery times, enhanced data security, and increased confidence in their data protection strategy.

Technologies used
Customer Industry
Retail
Cloud

Sky’s the Limit: Unleashing the Power of Cloud with Expert Guidance

Explore the boundless possibilities of the cloud with our dedicated professional services. From cloud strategy development to seamless migration and ongoing optimization, we guide your journey to the cloud with precision. Whether you're adopting a public, private, or hybrid cloud model, our experts ensure your organization leverages the full potential of cloud technology for innovation and efficiency

Cloud Strategy
Public, Private, or Hybrid Cloud

Define your path to the cloud with our Cloud Strategy solutions. Whether you're considering public, private, or a hybrid cloud model, our experts guide you through strategic decisions, including storage options, Platform as a Service (PaaS), and choosing the right delivery and security models.

Architecture & Migration Services
From analysis to implementation

Navigate the journey to the cloud with confidence through our Architecture & Migration Services. From meticulous planning to seamless migration, we address critical aspects such as networking, authentication, security models, storage performance, data retention requirements, and cost projections to ensure a smooth transition.

Optimization
networking storage virtualization in one HCI

Ensure maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness with our Optimization solutions. Our experts conduct thorough reviews of your cloud architecture, products, and services to identify opportunities for improvement and align your cloud resources with business goals.

Cloud Networking
Commvault, Veeam, Dell, Datto

Empower your cloud environment with robust networking solutions through our Cloud Networking services. Leveraging tools like F5, Dell, AWS, and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), we optimize and secure your cloud networking for seamless and reliable performance.

Edge Computing
VMware, Hyperconverged, Cisco UCS

Explore the frontier of computing with our Edge Computing solutions. Particularly valuable in hybrid cloud scenarios and federated environments, we connect multiple clouds for enhanced performance, creating a seamlessly integrated and responsive computing ecosystem.

Resiliency
Failover, High Availability, Disaster Recovery

Ensure the resilience of your cloud infrastructure with our Resiliency solutions. From failover mechanisms and high availability configurations to robust Disaster Recovery planning, our services fortify your cloud environment, minimizing downtime and ensuring business continuity in the face of disruptions.

Technology Partner for an Innovative E-Commerce Powerhouse
The Challenge

Developing a personalised recommendation engine with integrated e-commerce proved a significant challenge for a small startup to build and expand. Hum sought a reliable technology partner capable of fostering this idea from its inception, providing ongoing support as it evolved alongside the growing business and offering the expertise required to incorporate advanced features such as Machine Learning-based recommendations progressively. AspireLive, with its proven track record, was the perfect fit for this role.

The Solution

AspireLive took the lead in the e-commerce development initiative, meticulously crafting strategies to build a tailored platform aligned with their customer's needs and objectives. Their expertise in technology architecture was instrumental in laying a robust foundation for scalability and seamless integration of advanced functionalities. Beyond offering strategic guidance and expert recommendations, AspireLive actively participated in the implementation, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness. This partnership evolved organically over a year, fostering collaboration, continuous improvement, and a shared vision for future technological advancements. By proactively introducing innovative features like Machine Learning-based recommendations, AspireLive elevated the e-commerce project and solidified its role as a critical enabler of the startup's technological success, turning a challenging endeavour into a thriving and sustainable ecosystem.

The Benefits

Hum's customer-centric e-commerce model paved the way for remarkable growth, propelling this dynamic nutrition brand into a compelling success story. By establishing a strategic partnership with Sephora, Hum amplified its market reach and seamlessly integrated its physical retail presence to complement its robust digital engagement strategy.

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Customer Industry
E-Commerce
Commvault AWS Migration
The Challenge

Our client that mines precious metals faced significant hurdles with their on-premises backup solution, Commvault, spanning configuration management, backup job oversight, and restoration timeframes. These challenges presented obstacles that hindered their disaster recovery capabilities and posed limitations on the scalability initiatives vital for accommodating the company's evolving needs and growth trajectory. The complexities in managing configurations, monitoring backup jobs effectively, and reducing restoration times underscored the pressing need for a comprehensive overhaul of their backup infrastructure to ensure robust disaster recovery mechanisms and streamlined scalability pathways.

The Solution

Our proposal entailed migrating our client's backup infrastructure to a Commvault setup hosted on AWS. By leveraging the multi-availability zone feature within AWS, we aimed to enhance the redundancy and scalability of their backup system. This migration to AWS offered improved fault tolerance through redundant data storage across different zones and provided the flexibility to scale resources dynamically based on workload demands. The utilisation of AWS infrastructure allowed for enhanced data protection, increased system reliability, and the ability to seamlessly expand storage capacity as needed, ensuring a robust disaster recovery framework and accommodating future growth requirements effectively.

The Benefits

By harnessing AWS capabilities and optimising Commvault configuration, our client has enhanced disaster recovery readiness, scalability, and flexibility. This strategic approach minimises data loss risks and fosters adaptability, cost savings, and operational efficiency. The synergy between AWS and Commvault ensures optimal performance, cost-effectiveness, and streamlined backup operations, empowering the organisation to navigate disruptions confidently while maximising resource utilisation and cost efficiencies.

Technologies used
Customer Industry
Energy
IoT Cloud Deployment in Parking Facility
The Challenge

The complexity of integrating diverse IoT devices, such as cameras, thermostats and sensors, into the Azure public cloud for our customer's parking garage infrastructure posed a significant challenge. Ensuring seamless connectivity, efficient data transmission, and robust security protocols across the IoT network required meticulous planning and expertise to optimise operational efficiency and safeguard sensitive data.

The Solution

By meticulously designing and implementing a comprehensive IoT cloud solution on Microsoft Azure, we successfully overcame the challenge of integrating diverse IoT devices within our customer's parking garage infrastructure. Leveraging Azure's advanced features, we established a seamless connectivity framework for thermostats and cameras, enabling efficient data transmission and management in the cloud. This solution enhanced operational efficiency and fortified the garage's security posture, ensuring optimal performance and data protection.

The Benefits

Our solution not only streamlined data transmission and management processes within the parking garage infrastructure but also enhanced the security posture by implementing robust security protocols across the IoT network, safeguarding against potential cyber threats. With meticulous design and implementation, we established a seamless connectivity framework for diverse IoT devices, boosting the overall data transmission efficiency and management capabilities within the Azure cloud environment. Leveraging Azure's advanced features, our comprehensive IoT cloud solution not only addressed the integration challenges but also enabled better monitoring, control, and operational insights, ultimately leading to increased operational efficiency and smoother workflows of the parking garage infrastructure.

Technologies used
Customer Industry
Retail
Migrating and Running VMWare ESXi on Nutanix for Data Center Operations
The Challenge

A prominent global manufacturer, facing challenges with the efficiency of its widely distributed manufacturing facilities due to an outdated data centre, sought a data centre refresh. The seamless transition from its current data centre to a new VMware on the Nutanix platform was identified as a critical priority to enhance operational capabilities across its global network of plants.

The Solution

Aspire implemented ESXi hypervisor clusters, VMware vCenter, and the Nutanix AOS Acropolis Operating System, incorporating hardware alerting and remote console access. Additionally, remote management was established at both primary and disaster recovery sites, comprehensive environment documentation was provided to facilitate deployment, replication was configured, and distributed storage and encryption were set up to ensure a robust and secure infrastructure.

The Benefits

The client successfully migrated all existing virtual machines and infrastructure to the new Nutanix platform within a swift 3-week. This led to a modernised infrastructure that enhanced user experience and bolstered environment stability. For instance, the new platform improved the speed and reliability of their operations, leading to increased productivity and reduced downtime.

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Customer Industry
Utilities
Networking

Connecting Futures: Elevating Performance with Expert Networking Solutions

Step into the world of Networking where seamless connectivity meets strategic innovation. Our professional services transcend conventional networking, offering solutions that empower your organization to thrive in the digital era. From robust network architecture to secure and scalable solutions, we tailor our expertise to ensure your network becomes a catalyst for efficiency, collaboration, and growth.

Data Center
Traditional and Spine Leaf Architecture

Navigate the backbone of your organization with our Data Center solutions. Whether you're opting for traditional or modern Spine Leaf Architecture, our experts provide strategic guidance on switches, routers, SD-WAN, VPNs, and routing protocols such as BGP, SPF, and IS-IS, ensuring a robust and efficient data center infrastructure.

Campus
Architecture, Wireless, VPN - Aruba, Cisco

Transform your campus networking with our solutions designed for modernized architecture. Explore wireless connectivity, VPNs, and more with leading technologies such as Aruba and Cisco, ensuring seamless and secure networking for your campus environment.

Network Performance Monitoring
Network Tapping & Analytics

Stay ahead of performance challenges with our Network Performance Monitoring solutions. Utilizing tools like Splunk and Elastic Security for data from netflow or packet captures, we offer proactive insights through network tapping and analytics, ensuring the health and optimal performance of your network.

Load Balancing
Barracuda, F5 - Networking or DevOps

Optimize your network's load distribution with our Load Balancing solutions. Whether you prefer networking or DevOps-oriented solutions, we integrate technologies like Barracuda and F5 to enhance the efficiency and scalability of your network.

Automation
Configuration & Provisioning

Streamline your network operations with our Automation solutions. From automated configuration management to network device provisioning, we leverage technologies from Cisco, Arista, Juniper, and Palo Alto, ensuring efficient and error-free network management. Explore the benefits of cloud vision with Arista and the simplicity of Meraki from Cisco in our comprehensive automation services.

Splunk Enterprise for Security Network Monitoring
The Challenge

Our client, a prominent crude oil refinery renowned for producing gasoline, jet fuel, diesel, heating oil, heavy fuel oils, propane, and asphalt for multinational corporations, recognised the need for enhanced insights and analytics derived from machine data and event logs. They set out to elevate these capabilities by implementing an automated response mechanism to improve operational efficiency and fortify security measures.

The Solution

The client revolutionised their operational environment by harnessing the power of Splunk, a leading platform known for its robust big data analytics, monitoring capabilities, security features, and incident response tools. The customer unlocked invaluable insights through the strategic integration of Splunk across their infrastructure and the centralised aggregation of machine data, event logs, metrics, and network traces. These insights empowered them to optimise operational efficiencies, pre-emptively identify operational risks, thwart cybersecurity threats, and automate responses to promptly and efficiently counter known vulnerabilities.

The Benefits

Splunk enabled our customers to significantly enhance operational efficiency, elevate operational experiences, drive optimised business outcomes, and strengthen asset protection measures. The platform's scalability in handling large data volumes and adaptability to address a wide range of use cases spanning different sectors and industries highlighted its capacity to facilitate extensive organisational transformations and effectively enhance resilience.

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Customer Industry
Energy
Streamlining Cisco UC Re-Iping
The Challenge

A prominent organisation in the water treatment industry encountered issues with its Cisco Unified Communications (UC) solution, which caters to more than 100 end users. The current IP address setup posed efficiency, scalability, and network reliability challenges, necessitating a comprehensive overhaul. The project aimed to revamp essential UC components' outdated IP address configuration while minimising operational disruptions. The intricate environment comprised a UCS server, multiple Cisco UC virtual machines, an extensive phone network, and several Cisco Voice Gateways.

The Solution

The solution involved addressing the challenges with the existing UC infrastructure, including Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM), Cisco Unity Connection (CUC), and Cisco Emergency Responder (CER), which utilised cumbersome static IP addresses. These static addresses posed management and update difficulties, compounded by their placement in the same subnet as the data network, heightening security vulnerabilities and reducing network availability. The project demanded meticulous planning and coordination to seamlessly execute the IP address reconfiguration without causing service interruptions or downtime for UC users and critical applications. The reconfiguration encompassed updating the IP addresses of numerous UC devices, servers, gateways, and endpoints distributed across various sites and regions, ensuring a smooth transition to a more secure and efficient network setup.

The Benefits

Our client significantly reduced maintenance complexities by streamlining the IP addressing system, enhancing operational efficiency. The new configuration allowed for seamless scalability, effortlessly accommodating future growth and bolstering overall network reliability by replacing the legacy design. This change of IP address of their Cisco UC solution resulted in a more robust and future-ready communication infrastructure, perfectly aligning with their commitment to excellence in the water treatment industry.

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Customer Industry
Manufacturing
Investment Firm's HQ Relocation
The Challenge

Our client, a private investment firm that has deployed over $20.9 billion globally, needed to move to a new company headquarters on short notice. As you can imagine, they were concerned about finding a trusted partner to quickly set up the IT infrastructure in their new offices. This would involve communications cabling, low voltage installation, and IT inventory relocation - not to mention working with the general and electrical contractor - on a very tight schedule. All of these tasks would also require high project management and a senior-level foreman to complete the work efficiently and on time.

The Solution

The structured communications infrastructure cabling services we offered the client included a detailed description of all the components required to do the job. These included copper patch cords with proper termination, bi-directional cable testing, and patch panel labeling. We took great care to ensure that all connections were established according to industry standards, while working closely with the electrical contractor to make sure that everything was in order. Our proposal included low voltage equipment installation as well as the relocation of IT inventory, such as monitors and docking stations. Everything was completed on time and well within budget.

The Benefits

The professional IT services we provided to our client enabled them to complete the relocation of their office headquarters quickly. Meeting the client’s expectations allowed them to resume full business operations with minimal disruption. The cabling and equipment installations were completed efficiently, giving the client a reliable IT infrastructure comparable to their previous location. The inventory relocation also offered the chance to recycle some computing equipment that had outlived its usefulness.

Technologies used
Customer Industry
Finance
Gigamon and ExtraHop for Monitoring and Analytics
The Challenge

Our customer encountered obstacles with visibility into their environment, leading to performance issues. They sought a comprehensive solution to gain a complete understanding of their network activities and address the performance challenges effectively.

The Solution

We implemented a robust solution by utilizing Gigamon for monitoring network changes, performance evaluation, and traffic pattern analysis, along with Extrahop for advanced network analytics, thereby enhancing our network performance monitoring capabilities.

The Benefits

By implementing Gigamon for monitoring network changes, performance evaluation, and traffic pattern analysis, along with Extrahop for advanced network analytics, our organization can gain a comprehensive view of network activities and performance metrics in real-time, allowing for proactive monitoring and rapid response to anomalies, optimize network performance by identifying bottlenecks, optimizing traffic flow, and ensuring efficient resource utilization, enhance network security by detecting and mitigating potential threats, intrusions, and suspicious activities promptly, utilize advanced analytics to extract valuable insights from network data, enabling informed decision-making and strategic planning and ensure compliance with data protection regulations and industry standards by monitoring and managing network activities effectively.

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Customer Industry
Network Tapping & Analytics
The Challenge

A multinational accounting professional services firm tasked our team to support their network team in enhancing visibility into network traffic by identifying and selecting an optimal solution.

The Solution

We meticulously assessed various solutions to ensure alignment with the company's requirements, leading to the selection of a cost-effective and efficient solution tailored to the specific use case. The optimal combination identified for the proof-of-concept test included Keysight taps, Viavi analytics, and CPacket for Azure, which stood out as the contenders' most functional and economical choices.

The Benefits

This tailored solution design offers a clear roadmap for significantly enhancing visibility into network traffic, empowering a more proactive and efficient network team to address network issues promptly and effectively.

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Customer Industry
Professional Services
Palo Alto Edge Networking
The Challenge

Our enterprise client sought robust firewall services with remote access capabilities to secure connectivity for their geographically dispersed workforce. Challenges arose in setting up a secure gateway for northbound and southbound traffic and delivering dependable VPN endpoints for remote access.

The Solution

We effectively addressed the client's needs by deploying high-availability Palo Alto appliances at their data centre. These appliances had advanced features, including Global Protect VPN, URL filtering, and threat protection capabilities. Strategically positioned, these appliances served as comprehensive VPN endpoints and secure gateways for managing incoming and outgoing traffic. This deployment significantly bolstered the client's network security, ensuring a robust and reliable infrastructure for their distributed workforce.

The Benefits

The deployment of high-availability Palo Alto appliances with GlobalProtect VPN, URL filtering, and threat protection features enhanced our client's security measures. This solution ensured comprehensive protection for both internal and remote users, offering seamless remote access. The redundant appliances minimised downtime, providing continuous firewall services critical for business operations. Centralised management streamlined administration tasks, enabling efficient monitoring of the firewall infrastructure. The scalable design allows for future growth without compromising security or performance.

Technologies used
Customer Industry
Retail
F5 Load Balancing and API Security for Microservices
The Challenge

The client faced escalating challenges due to the intricate nature of their microservices platform, requiring a solution to address load-balancing issues and bolster security measures. With the need to enhance scalability and resilience while ensuring secure traffic distribution and API protection, the client sought a comprehensive approach to optimise their microservices architecture effectively.

The Solution

Our team successfully tackled the escalating complexity of our client's microservices platform by implementing a robust solution that leveraged the power of F5 Big-IP, NGINX, and F5 APM Access Policy Manager. By integrating an API gateway alongside F5 technologies, we orchestrated seamless traffic distribution and fortified API security, empowering the client's microservices architecture with enhanced scalability and resilience.

The Benefits

Through implementing our tailored solution, the client experienced a transformative shift in their microservices platform, witnessing optimised load balancing, fortified security, and enhanced scalability. This led to increased operational efficiency, improved reliability, and fortified resilience, ultimately empowering the client to navigate the complexities of their microservices architecture with confidence and agility.

Technologies used
Customer Industry
Telecomm
Elastic Stack Traffic Analysis
The Challenge

Our client encountered obstacles in conducting thorough network performance monitoring, which entails analysing log traffic, assessing traffic patterns across various OSI layers, implementing efficient data filtering techniques, and effectively detecting potential cyber-attacks to bolster cybersecurity measures.

The Solution

We deployed Elastic Stack Vectra for in-depth log traffic analysis and network performance monitoring in our project. We efficiently detected and neutralised potential cyber threats by utilising its features to analyse traffic patterns across OSI layers and apply advanced data filtration methods. This proactive approach significantly improved our client's network security resilience and operational reliability.

The Benefits

By implementing Elastic Stack Vectra for log traffic analysis and network performance monitoring, our project delivered enhanced cybersecurity capabilities through advanced traffic flow analysis, efficient data filtration, and proactive cyber-attack detection. This improved network security posture, increased operational reliability, and strengthened overall cyber defence mechanisms for our client.

Technologies used
Customer Industry
Retail
Wireless Assessment for Michigan Offices
The Challenge

Our finance industry client, situated in a bustling metropolitan area across multiple buildings on campus, encountered persistent challenges. Clients struggled to maintain a reliable and consistent wireless connection at their workstations and while moving within the premises. In anticipation of future expansion and to address existing connectivity issues effectively, an urgent requirement arose for a comprehensive survey and remediation plan to enhance wireless coverage and performance throughout the entire campus.

The Solution

Conducting meticulous Passive and Predictive site surveys across three multi-story locations, we meticulously evaluated the Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) and cloud-based dashboard configurations to align them with industry best practices. Our comprehensive report identified critical areas for improvement and provided the client with tailored solutions to optimise their wireless network performance and ensure compliance standards are met. We delivered a robust and tailored wireless network solution for enhanced connectivity and seamless operations by strategically placing access points and defining coverage areas based on specific wireless needs.

The Benefits

With the successful implementation of a comprehensive survey and remediation plan across the multi-story locations of our finance industry client's campus, we have achieved optimal radio frequency coverage for voice and data transmission. By conducting Passive and Predictive site surveys, reviewing the Wireless LAN Controller configurations, and strategically placing access points based on wireless coverage needs, we have ensured that the client's wireless network offers seamless connectivity throughout their workspace. This enhanced infrastructure guarantees improved client supplicant function and elevate employee productivity and satisfaction by providing a reliable and consistent wireless connection at their desks and while moving within the buildings.

Technologies used
Customer Industry
Finance
Cabling

Reliable, High-Performance Cabling Solutions for Seamless Connectivity and Security.

We offer comprehensive cabling solutions designed to keep your business connected, secure, and efficient. From data and voice cabling to advanced fiber optics and surveillance systems, we ensure seamless installations with top-tier expertise and precision.

Data Cabling Installation

High-speed LAN cable installations to keep your business network running smoothly and reliably.

Patch Panel Installation & Termination

Professional patch panel setup for organized, accessible network connections.

Voice & Telephone Cabling

Clear, reliable wiring solutions for your business communication systems.

Wi-Fi / Wireless Network Installation

Optimize your wireless coverage with fast, secure, and robust Wi-Fi solutions.

Fiber Optic Installation

Cutting-edge fiber optic setups for businesses needing high-speed, high-capacity data transfers.

Network Cabling Testing & Certification

We test and certify your network hardware to ensure peak performance and compliance with industry standards.

Security & Surveillance Camera Systems Cabling

Reliable cabling for your security camera systems to ensure constant surveillance and peace of mind.