CORPORATE DATA NETWORKS

Data networks for the support of voice, image and data communications have become an essential infrastructure component for all major enterprises.  Typically these infrastructures have been implemented incrementally over the years, potentially resulting in a sub-optimal mix of equipment, circuits and services.  As a result, they may no longer be meeting their business objectives in the most cost effective manner available.

Furthermore, significant advances in technology, and the availability of new non-traditional telecommunications service suppliers, offer new opportunities to further streamline business operations and reduce costs.

OPTIMUM NETWORK DESIGN

Most business users of telecommunications services purchase these services from a traditional telephone carrier. Although opportunities exist for the procurement of these services from competitive suppliers, maximum savings for larger organizations will arise through the development of an integrated voice, data and image telecommunications architecture. This architecture will ensure that compatible equipment is leased or purchased, and that the most cost effective networking facilities are acquired consistent with the organization's overall integrated communications needs.  Such architectures may also permit selective requirements to be met with regional or non-traditional suppliers.

Comgate Engineering Ltd. and Comgate Telemanagement Ltd. has provided support to users throughout the process of network optimization:

  1. Analysis and documentation of corporate telecommunications requirements.
  2. Review and assessment of the existing telecommunications environment.
  3. If appropriate, survey of evolving technologies, standards and services.
  4. Development and assessment of candidate options and recommendations for optimum solutions.
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  5. Development of implementation and transition plans.
  6. Development of solicitation and procurement documents for equipment and services.
  7. Assistance in the selection of suppliers, and evaluation of supplier deliverables (including service performance).
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Last updated October 2004