Novicom NETWORK CONSULTING
take better care of your IT infrastructure
Novicom NETWORK CONSULTING is a key service for organizations that want to maximize the security, performance and efficiency of their IT infrastructure.
Collaboration with experts helps not only solve current problems, but also prepare the network for future challenges and technologies.
The goal of Novicom NETWORK CONSULTING is to help organizations optimize, secure and effectively manage their network infrastructure.
This process includes analyzing the current state of the network, creating or modifying network documentation, proposing improvements, and implementing recommended changes if necessary.
Main steps and principles of operation of the Novicom NETWORK CONSULTING service:
1) INITIAL ANALYSIS AND UNDERSTANDING OF NEEDS
Determination of client requirements
The consultant will learn about the business goals, technological needs and problems of the organization.
Existing infrastructure audit
A detailed survey of the existing network architecture is carried out, which includes:
- Network topology (physical and logical connections)
- Connected devices (servers, switches, routers, APs, etc.)
- Security (firewalls, VPN, segmentation)
- Network performance and availability
Compliance with legislative and industry standards (e.g. GDPR, ISO 27001)
2) IDENTIFICATION OF PROBLEMS AND WEAKNESSES
Detection of technical problems
- Includes problems with performance, network congestion, outdated technologies or security vulnerabilities.
Risk assessment
- The consultant evaluates possible security threats, such as unauthorized access, malware distribution or DDoS attacks.
Identifying inefficiencies
- For example, unnecessarily complicated topology, poor configuration, or unnecessary costs.
3) SOLUTION PROPOSAL
The consultant will create a plan that includes specific recommendations for improvement, for example:
- Network topology optimization - a proposal to simplify or rearrange segmentation.
- Increased security - implementation of firewalls, Network Access Control (NAC) or Zero Trust model.
- Improved performance - recommendations for hardware upgrades or configuration optimization.
- Network management automation - implementation of tools for monitoring, reporting and automated access control.
4) IMPLEMENTATION OF CHANGES
If the client approves the proposal, the consultant or a specialized team will carry out the implementation. During the implementation of changes, great emphasis is placed on minimal impact on the organization's operations. Implementation of changes may include, for example:
- Deployment of new technologies (e.g. SD-WAN, cloud solutions).
- Migration to a more modern infrastructure.
- Changes in network configuration and security.
5) TESTING AND VALIDATION
- After implementation, tests are performed to verify functionality, performance, and security.
- The consultant ensures that all changes meet the organization's requirements and comply with industry standards.
6) TRAINING AND DOCUMENTATION
- The consultant will provide training for the customer's IT team to properly manage the new or updated network infrastructure.
- He will create detailed documentation containing the current state of the network, new configurations, and recommended maintenance practices.
7) SUPPORT AND LONG-TERM CONSULTING
- Ongoing support - consultants often offer "Managed Services", where they take care of monitoring and managing the network.
- Additional recommendations - based on changes in technological or business needs, the consultant provides updates to the proposals and recommendations.
As part of Novicom NETWORK CONSULTING services, we also offer Novicom NADS – Network Assessment and Documentation Services.
The aim of this service is to map the state of the network infrastructure in a non-invasive way, provide basic documentation of the network infrastructure, basic network services and provide a top-level proposal for improving the identified state.
The NADS service is designed for 3 to 6 weeks, depending on the size of the organization, and includes the following phases:
- Introductory workshop
- Own network analysis
- Presentation for management (Workshop)
- Subsequent two-week operation of analytical tools
- Final workshop
Benefits of NADS service:
- The service focuses on achieving fast results at a fixed price.
- Creates an objective view of the network and network infrastructure
- Creates or updates network documentation
- Provides independent perspective and top recommendations for further network development
- The service is independent of network infrastructure manufacturers
Examples of situations where NETWORK CONSULTING can help significantly:
- Implementing a new branch - designing and deploying a network for a new location.
- Responding to security incidents - quickly analyzing and recommending solutions in the event of a cyber attack.
- Moving to cloud solutions - optimizing the network for a hybrid or fully cloud environment.
- Performance optimization - improving network transfer speeds and stability.
- Ensuring compliance with standards - helping prepare for audits or achieving certifications..
If you are interested in more information about services within Novicom NETWORK CONSULTING, please contact our sales department at consulting@novicom.cz
