Wi-Fi High-Performance Delivery for a Leading Media Company
Haymarket Media Group is one of the UK’s leading print and digital media companies and holds a strong position globally. Its stunning five-story headquarters office building, located in Twickenham, serves as a central hub for employees and visitors; and therefore, good-quality, highly reliable connectivity is crucial for conducting daily activities.
The Challenge
In 2022, Haymarket Media contacted Performance Networks under a competitive tender. The brief was to refresh and redesign the existing Wi-Fi to get the office ready for the return of the workforce post-pandemic with growing demands for video calls, high-usage applications, and seamless connectivity across the large building. Haymarket needed a network capable of handling heavy loads while providing robust roaming.
The solution also needed:
- A detailed network design to support new usage patterns.
- Reliable high-capacity connectivity for staff and guests.
- Installation of a managed Wi-Fi network and updated data cabling.
The Solution
Performance Networks designed and deployed a bespoke WiFi solution to fit Haymarket’s specific needs:
Detailed Wi-Fi Redesign:
A detailed WiFi survey and design phase ensured the new network would support high-density use across all five floors; roaming capabilities were optimised for seamless connectivity as employees moved around the building.
Hardware Provision:
High-capacity Cisco Meraki access points were deployed due to their high performance, reliability, and great scalability. The APs delivered the coverage and speeds necessary for bandwidth-intensive applications such as video conferencing.
Installation and Data Cabling:
Performance Networks completed the whole WiFi installation, including structured data cabling, to ensure that the new hardware integrated perfectly into Haymarket’s already existing infrastructure.
Managed Network Support and Renewals:
Post-installation, Performance Networks has supported Haymarket with managed services and active licencing renewals, keeping the network fresh and effective.
The Outcome
Successfully installed a new Wi-Fi network, which went live in September 2023 and transformed connectivity across the Twickenham office for Haymarket.
Key Outcomes:
Seamless Roaming: Staff members can move around the building without losing connection.
Better Performance: The network now supports high volumes of video calls and data-intensive applications without disruption.
Future-Proof Infrastructure: With Meraki’s high-capacity access points and Performance Networks’ managed support, Haymarket’s network is scalable to accommodate future workforce growth and technological demands.
Performance Networks continues to deliver innovative solutions for businesses all around the UK. Contact us today to find out more about how we can optimise your network infrastructure.
