Our first job was to understand the goals and key objectives the RFL had in mind to ensure we created a structured approach that encompassed all the requirements of the project. Visiting the site at building stage was integral to this process and helped us to understand the specific requirements of the building.

It was clear from the outset that one essential objective was the ability for their staff to move seamlessly around the building without hitting network dark spots, so effective wireless deployment was one of our main focuses. To handle the amount of traffic particular consideration had to be taken around cabling structure, location and type required for network. This resulted in ACS IT Services installing and commissioning fibre internet connection that not only met the initial brief, but was also scalable to future requirements of the RFL.

Taking performance and security into consideration, we then began planning hardware requirements – determining how many switches were required to the configuration – all whilst taking into account the future plans of the RFL and ensuring all infrastructure remained future-proof.

With many employees requiring the ability to work remotely, collaboration and communication were also a top priority for the RFL. And so our application of the MS Product portfolio and Microsoft Teams technology allowed for simple, effective communication – which is essential for the way in which they work.

Finally, we deployed all the infrastructure within the agreed timescales, which enabled the office move to happen on the original date planned.