While people often underestimate the importance of their network infrastructure, it is, in fact, the baseline organizations need for technology upgrades and enhancements. During this webinar, learn how our network upgrade allowed KSM Consulting to make a smooth transition to the cloud.

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The Importance
of a
Next-Generation
Network
Ryan Gould,
Business Technology
Practice Director

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Business Technology Practice Director, MCSE
• Expertly manages the IT Managed Services Team
• Favorite KSMC value: Empathy
• Fun facts:
• As a member of the Harley Davidson club, he
rode for three weeks around the nation traveling
over 7,000 miles
• Served in the USAF
• Attended culinary school
• Competes in national pool tournaments
• Loves to stress over cryptocurrency
Ryan Gould

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Agenda
The Importance of Building a Next-Gen Network
KSMC Case Study: Our Path to the Cloud and the
Network that was Needed
WEBINAR
1.
2.
Questions You Should Ask about Your Current Network3.

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The Importance of Building a
Next-Generation Network

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What is network infrastructure?
And why is it so important?
Network Fundamentals
Next-
Generation
Networking

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Next Generation Firewall

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Indicators That It Is Time to Act
Equipment Lifecycle
Security Risk Mitigation
Application and Cloud
Migrations
Business Growth: M&A,
competitive advantage

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Our Seamless Transition to the Cloud
(And How You Can Do It, Too!)

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Our Crossroads: Cloud or On-Prem?
Considerations:
• ISP contracts up for renewal
• Security risk mitigation
• Additional office location
• Business continuity
• Manpower
• Big Upfront Costs
• Old Cisco Gear

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What we did.
• Refreshed Hardware
• New Internet Circuits
• Cloud Migrations
• Security Enhancements
• Business Continuity

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Datacenter
Firewalls
ISPs
Switching
Solutions to Consider.

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Client Success Stories

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Problem
• Dispersed workforce, an increased need to
incorporate networks into building design
management, no cost control, inability to manage
systems remotely, and new compliance
challenges
Solution
• Cloud-first approach and a next-generation
network to support it
Results
• Compliant, 100% cloud, mobile network, easily
supported and predictable costs
Property Management
Organization
Products:
• Microsoft Azure
• Office 365
• Box Doc Mgmt.
• Fortinet Security
• Cisco Switching
• Barracuda Essentials

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Problem
• PCI compliance challenges, significantly
outdated hardware, difficult to manage and
unreliable technology
Solution
• Hybrid cloud running on a resilient next-gen
network
Results
• Updated hardware, 10x faster connectivity for
the exact same price, and ability to start
moving to the cloud
Large Distribution Center
Products:
• Fortinet Security
• HP Switching
• Microsoft Office 365
• Cloud ERP
• Upgraded ISP

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Questions to Ask Before
Upgrading Your Network

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Taking the First Step
Is it time to upgrade your network infrastructure? It
may be if you answer yes to any of the following:
• Your network hardware is outdated and you are
requiring an equipment refresh.
• You desire to move to the cloud and are unsure
how to get there.
• Outdated technology is causing employee
turnover to rise.
• You have more than one location and it is difficult
to manage technology.
Network Upgrade Checklist

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The Most Important Question to Ask:
“What is your approach to
solution design?”
The right partner will work with you to assess
your current environment and understand the
goals of your organization in order to design
an effective network solution.
Partnering

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Summary
The Big Takeaways
1
Your network is the
baseline for the
technology your
business uses. 2
Consider an upgrade
if you are on the
verge of a hardware
refresh, business
growth, or security
enhancements.
3
Ensure you ask
the right
questions before
selecting a partner
to assist in your
network upgrade.

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Feel free to submit questions in the chat box on your screen.
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Questions?

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Thank you for attending!
Monitor your inbox for a recording of the webinar
as well as our Network Upgrade Checklist.
Ryan Gould
Business Technology
Practice Director
P: 317.452.1762
E: rgould@ksmconsulting.com
www.ksmconsulting.com