Capacity ahead of need.
WHAT TO PROJECT
Devices, in a year and in three People, and where they will work
New requirements: calls, video, equipment
WHAT ACCUMULATES FASTER THAN EXPECTED
Devices.
Each person brings several.
WHAT TO SPECIFY WITH HEADROOM
Switch ports Wireless capacity Upload capacity
THE PORT POINT
Specify more ports than you need. Running out means another switch and another point of failure.
WHAT TO CABLE
More runs than currently needed, during any fit-out.
Cable is cheap during construction and expensive afterwards.
WHAT TO AVOID
Building around equipment at its limit Assuming requirements will not change
WHAT TO REVIEW ANNUALLY
Device count against capacity Equipment age and support status Whether the connection still suits
WHAT TO BUDGET
Replacement of equipment as it leaves support.
WHAT TO DOCUMENT
The current state, so changes can be planned against it.
