Network Infrastructure Modernization

Multiple office locations were running consumer-grade networking equipment that couldn't handle growing bandwidth demands. Inconsistent security policies across sites created compliance concerns, and the lack of centralized management made troubleshooting difficult.

Key Challenges

• Consumer routers couldn't handle 100+ concurrent VPN connections
• No visibility into network traffic or security events
• Each site had different equipment with no standardization
• Wireless coverage was poor, leading to shadow IT access points

Designed a standardized network architecture with enterprise equipment, centralized management, and monitoring across every site. Implemented in phases to minimize disruption.

Implementation Steps

1. 1Conducted site surveys to document requirements and constraints
2. 2Designed network topology with redundant WAN links and failover
3. 3Deployed WatchGuard firewalls with Firecluster HA at primary sites
4. 4Implemented Cisco switching with proper VLAN segmentation
5. 5Installed Meraki wireless with centralized cloud management
6. 6Configured site-to-site VPN mesh with traffic inspection

Technologies Used

Results Achieved

• 10x improvement in throughput at primary site (100Mbps to 1Gbps)
• 99.9% network uptime across all sites
• Centralized visibility into all network traffic and security events
• 50% reduction in network-related support tickets
• Standardized deployment template for future site additions