Background
A new mixed-use commercial property in the Northeast United States required a cutting-edge connectivity solution to meet the needs of its diverse spaces:
193,000 square feet for hospitality management headquarters, accommodating 60,000 employees.
104,000 square feet for a 120-room hotel to serve guests and business travelers.
18,000 square feet of retail space to enhance the property’s offerings.
Project Leads
Chief Information Officer (CIO): Responsible for selecting and implementing the building's technology infrastructure to meet the demands of employees, guests, and management.
System Integrator: Partnered to design and deploy the solution in alignment with the property’s technology goals.
Challenges
The property faced several challenges in creating a modern and future-ready technology infrastructure:
Executive Staff Requirements:
A state-of-the-art, 100% wireless communication system.
Technology to support a mobile and connected workforce.
Capital and operational cost savings through an efficient system.
Secure and reliable unified communication platforms.
Employees’ Requirements:
Accessible Wi-Fi and strong cellular coverage throughout the property.
Modern business amenities, including video conferencing capabilities.
Secure offsite communication tools for business travel.
IT Staff Requirements:
A system that is easy to maintain and operate.
Reliable and uninterrupted network connectivity.
Minimal downtime for efficient operations.
Solution
Stanford Optics designed and implemented a comprehensive fiber optic solution tailored to meet the needs of all stakeholders:
Integrated Connectivity Infrastructure:
Deployed GYDTS loose-tube lightweight fiber optic cables to ensure high-density data transmission across the large property.
Installed ADSS (All-Dielectric Self-Supporting) cables for outdoor connectivity to link different buildings without the need for metallic components.
Utilized GYTC8A self-supporting fiber optic cables for seamless integration of indoor and outdoor network systems.
State-of-the-Art Distributed Antenna System (DAS):
Enabled high-quality Wi-Fi and cellular coverage for employees, guests, and retail spaces.
Supported IP and cellular applications, surveillance cameras, video walls, and data center operations.
Future-Ready Scalability:
Designed the network to allow for future technology expansions, reducing the need for costly infrastructure upgrades.
Cost Efficiency and Reliability:
Reduced the total cost of ownership (TCO) by an estimated 40%.
Ensured secure and reliable unified communication systems for seamless operations across all spaces.
Results
The implementation of Stanford Optics' solution delivered exceptional results:
Executive Staff Satisfaction: A fully wireless, modern system that supports mobility and operational efficiency while delivering cost savings.
Enhanced Employee Experience: High-speed Wi-Fi, secure communication tools, and advanced business amenities created a productive work environment.
Optimized IT Operations: Easy-to-maintain systems ensured minimal downtime and reliable performance for IT staff.
Guest and Retail Benefits: Strong wireless connectivity and infrastructure improvements provided a seamless experience for hotel guests and retail visitors.
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