Kudler Fine Foods Network Overview
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University of Phoenix
NTC 362
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Upon reviewing Kudler Fine Food network, it has been determined that a major network overhaul will need to be conducted to make sure that Kudler is brought up to speed with the latest technology. This is very important because if Kudler is unable to keep up with the technological advances then the company will fall behind. Making sure that Kudler is not only able to keep up with the advances with network systems it is also important to install the proper systems so that no money is wasted. What is meant by this is that if the improper systems and storage units are installed to only handle data over the next year this is
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The WAN will link all of the site networks together which will in turn boost the network speed and the way employees communicate. The communication aspect of the new network will incorporate a VoIP system and will be managed at one central location. “The great thing about VoIP is that it taps additional value from the already existing infrastructure without additional costs” This will provide the highest quality of phone network will saving on the cost of out phone services. Another issue that issue that is hindering the speed and efficiency on the network is the fact that all the host systems being used within all the sites are Windows 98. These systems are well over ten years old and are in dire need of an upgrade. To Windows 7 would provide the ability for the employees to use the most powerful sales tools on the market. This will enhance the ability to view real time inventory stats while making sure that all the shelves are stock and profits are maximized. In order for the host systems to receive the real time updates, the severs at the Delmar and Lajolla stores will also need updated. Both stores are using Windows NT Server which is another system that is over ten years old. The built in modem that is installed and cd rom is unless to the company at this point because there are newer and faster products that will be installed on the new server. The
Upgrade all servers at the main HQ. Make sure that the firewall and security protocols for the LAN are updated and has redundancy protections to access the WAN
Routers and switches will be utilized to route network signals to all areas of this large network. Telephony systems will be introduced to serve the VOIP located at each location to assist with communication needs. Wireless technologies will also be needed to assist with mobility and other devices such as printers, laptops, fax machines, etc. Lastly, a physical firewall will be enforced at each location to protect the network from internal and external intruders.
Kudler Fine Foods will be embarking on a new project to implement improvement to its existing network infrastructure. The end result will be the installation of a WAN to connect all three store locations together to enable better communication and sharing of data. A new WLAN shall also be implemented in order to provide more flexibility in the stores and make added new systems and features easier in the future. Lastly with the new network implementations there shall also be a new VOIP system added to the multi-store network. The first section shall cover the network’s fundamental characteristics components, and
Currently all the sites are still running 56K modems, this technology is outdated. This is technology is hindering the communication speed between each site. Having a high-speed connection is crucial to provide real time updates. These updates provide the profits made each day and the inventory sold so that those items can be restocked in real-time. These modems will be used as redundant system and a new Wide Area Network (WAN) will be created, each site will be setup with a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). The WAN will connect all the WLANs together. This will boost the network speed of the WAN and improve the way employees communicate. The network will be able to support a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) for telephone
UNIT 9 P3- EXPLAIN the key components required for client workstations to connect to a network and access network resources
Kudler Fine Foods evaluation and examination of the market trends in the industry in which operates presentation takes special interest in this paper. How market trends play a role in the market structure, effect of new companies entering the market, prices, and technology, productivity, cost structure, price elasticity of demand, competitors, supply, and demand analysis, and effect of government regulations will show in following parts of this presentation.
The Kudler Fine Foods is one the best stores around. They have come a long way in such a short period of time. They, however have out grown their old network infrastructure and they are in in dire need of an enterprise wide upgrade to their stores as they will start to lose money if this does not happen very soon.. The strategic goals of the enterprise network are to introduce new technologies in data collection, company communication, and information protection while providing the best data speeds and network access and use friendly access. This is very important because if this is done correctly, this will increase revenue
Kudler Fine Foods has established that they want to design a WAN to tie three different locations together and make the internal network in each store a Wireless Local Area Network. Then, they are requesting Voice Over Internet Protocol to each multi store network. Various protocols make all this happen. Transfer Control Protocol and Internet Protocol are the foundation of data transfer. TCP is the protocol that the internet, email and ftp highly rely on. Without TCP/IP there would be no internet, email or FTP. Two other protocols designed to process packets throughout the network are X.25 and Frame Relay. For this scenario Frame Relay will be used so I will not provide a brief description about
As I completed this assignment, I realized some very important things. First off, having a good, complete network is a must if you want to accomplish your goals. In other words, relationships hold the key to a person’s future success. These networks keep you informed, teach you new things, make you more innovative, give you a sounding board to help you flesh out ideas with others and help you get things done when you are in a hurry and you need a favor. The other thing I learned is, just because I know that a network is important for my success, that does not mean that I am devoting sufficient time and energy to making it useful and strong. Connectivity, breadth and dynamism
When designing a WAN, numerous factors must be considered. Organizations attempting to connect multiple factories or offices and remote personnel must take into account a number of variables that will impact overall costs and network functionality. When designing and implementing wide area networks (WANs) that integrate voice, video,
The company’s servers and most of their computers were purchased over a decade ago and are creating issues with the newer properties thin clients ability to communicate with the network. ULH’s servers are located within their headquarters in California and are still operating on Windows NT 3.51. The company wants to increase the manageability and performance of the network in addition to being able to infinitely upgrade the network as growth requires. Currently, ULH is in a position where their IT network is creating a bottle neck to their growth. The network was functioning sufficiently when they just had 2 properties all operating on the same outdated operating systems, however acquisition of newer properties has created many issues with network functionality.
The Newton Ad Agency will be using a Wide Area Network (WAN) network since its connectivity needs to span over a number of locations. The WAN connection should be able to provide the likeness of a Local Area Network (LAN) connection in regards to performance for the branch offices, support several applications, and have a high performance. The headquarters and two branch offices will use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection to the internet and require at least two routers, security gateways, and Ethernet switches at all three locations. All of these devices will be connected with full mesh WAN connections that tie to the Austin headquarters with the utilization of both Internet and private WAN connectivity. This type of connection will allow for Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and video services to be supported and can accommodate both wired and wireless LAN infrastructures. The network will be implemented with the
It might not be in the retailer’s best interest to perform such upgrade, as the new system will replace three of the existing legacy systems in terms of ordering and fulfillment. The IS department will perceive such upgrade as a radical move and is expected to show high resistance in response to it. Even though Zara has a decentralized decision making process, the retailer’s IS department exercises absolute autonomy on the IT infrastructure and design. The fact that “only one person had left the department” in the past 10 years further confirms that the retailer is suffering from cognitive and action inertia, and thus creating a huge barrier for such
6b. Should the hardware be upgraded and which hardware, please be specific and explain why: PCs, PCs and networking, etc.?
This anticipate is to upgrade existing LAN of three stories to WAN that interfaces corporate home office and another organization Inc which is to be consolidated. The new WAN will be gotten to by deals, showcasing, bookkeeping representatives and clients can get data about the organization 's product item and administrations through this systems administration office. The framework will give to the organization a framework purpose of-offer invoicing, deals administration, income reporting, commission following for deals delegates, stock administration. Expenses will be brought down as we will give administrations on location at organization while outlining the framework. We will have the capacity to give a fantastic framework as we can give one hundred percent of our opportunity to this anticipate which will lessen any postponements. This report presents suggestions that permit organization to stay effective for a considerable length of time to come.