Data Integration Takes Networking to a New Degree
Written by Anonymous on 11:56 PMVAR Data Integration has won a multi-million pound contract to upgrade the University of Exeter’s network.
The 10,000 port network will include the latest wireless and mobile access and security features, and will comprise of technology from vendors such as Juniper, Nortel, Microsoft and Aruba.
According to Data Integration, which has carried out similar work with other UK Universities including Reading and Surrey, the implementation will deliver faster network access, create a wireless network across the Exeter campuses, improve e-learning capabilities, allow easier integration of new technology and support the university’s research and science strategy.
Simon Crumplin, chief executive of Data Integration said: “I am delighted that we have been chosen to deliver this contract. We have strong working relationships within the higher education sector and we are looking forward to developing the partnership with the University of Exeter.”
Roger Snelling, head of networks at Exeter University, said: “Understanding how the supplier would work with us to help us become a top 10 HE institution and how the proposed solution would help the University reduce its carbon footprint were key criteria in our evaluation. Data Integration scored well on both these counts, as well as offering the best value for money.”
“Data Integration not only understood our requirements but translated them into a more superior technical solution while still making use of our existing investments. They also demonstrated that they would go beyond simply acting as a supplier and be intrinsically involved with our strategy,” he added.
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