Network Performance

Demands placed on your network infrastructure by modern software and operating systems are constantly increasing. The adage that software expands to exceed available resources has never been more true. It has never been the case that you simply connect systems and technology together and expect them to perform at optimum efficiency. They require the correct configuration and testing.

Foxfire has designed, supported and installed many differing topologies to suite varied business needs. It has dealt with limitations such has budget, congestion, poor software code and businesses growing at a rate that exceeds the speed in which environments can be upgraded.

Many businesses are reluctant to tackle these issues as the benefits are seen as incremental and results long term. However, the dangers of getting it wrong are gradually decreasing network performance, instability and reoccurring connectivity issues coupled with data corruption. Foxfire provide’s the necessary skills to analyse your networks performance, make recommendations for improvement and implement necessary changes.

Network Design

Successful network design covers a number of areas. There is the physical structure including cabling, switches and routers. Equipment chosen must be suitable for the task it will be required to perform. On top of this physical structure, there is the logical design of the network. This covers areas such as the IP addressing scheme, the provision of core network services such as DHCP and DNS, external links to other sites or the internet and the provision for growth.

A network design, whether for single or multiple sites, must be designed around the business needs of today whilst taking into account future requirements and trends. Foxfire has been successfully designing and deploying network solutions to businesses for a number of years. We always design to maximise a networks life span with the aim of reducing future investment costs whilst providing a stable, efficient environment from which your business can operate.

Wireless Networks

In today’s fast moving, mobile and changing business world, businesses grow at rapid rates, frequently move or refit offices, integrate with others or grow through acquisition. The investment in improving a cabling infrastructure that becomes a fixed feature of an office is often a difficult cost to justify, particularly when occupation may be on a short term lease.

In this situation, wireless communications may be a viable alternative to investing in more traditional fixed networking technology. Foxfire can advise and assist in the evaluation and possible deployment of this emerging technology.

We can analyse the benefits that such a solution may offer your business, whilst also making you aware of any issues that may not make this the solution for you, such as reduced bandwidth and security concerns.