Agile and  Modern IT Solutions

A premier distributor of high-quality pumping products and systems was looking for a complete Managed Services solution for a reliable and secure network infrastructure. They needed proactive support for network operations as well as integration management for emerging technologies. The customer wanted to realign their complex IT infrastructure with verified business requirements. Their diverse IT assets included a Windows Active Directory environment, 80 virtual desktops, 24 virtual servers, and 15 terabytes of data, with 70 active users.

The service offering designed for the customer included three main parts: network security, infrastructure management, and endpoint management. Firewall configuration and Virtual Private Network (VPN) support were included in the proposal, taking advantage of the wealth of experience in our Security Division. As for infrastructure, our offering included 24/7 monitoring on all network devices, LAN/WAN support, and server and storage management. And we proposed endpoint management of PCs and mobile devices, as well as application support for related software.

Our task was to tackle the intricate access rights management requirements of a vast healthcare facility spanning almost 50 locations. Due to a lack of centralised control and visibility, daily hurdles such as access management, account provisioning, permission oversight, system monitoring, and compliance reporting plagued the organisation. The challenge was seamlessly integrating solutions to enhance inventory management, enforce regulatory compliance, and boost network performance, minimising downtime and disruptions throughout the expansive healthcare network.

We successfully addressed the complex access rights management challenges by deploying SolarWinds Access Rights Manager (ARM) and User Device Tracker (UDT) for the healthcare facility with nearly 50 locations. With ARM, our solution provided the client with centralised visibility into resource access, automated provisioning, detection of suspicious activities, and customised reporting for compliance and audit requirements. Simultaneously, UDT enhanced network device visibility and control, allowing real-time location, status, and usage monitoring. This comprehensive approach streamlined inventory management, ensured regulatory compliance, optimised network performance, and minimised downtime and disruptions, empowering the healthcare facility to operate efficiently and securely across its extensive network infrastructure.

A prominent shoe designer and manufacturer encountered the task of transitioning their IT service management system from ServiceNow to SolarWinds without compromising the functionality of critical use cases. With an impending deadline to retire ServiceNow, Toms required support to streamline the migration, improve workflow efficiency, and fully leverage the capabilities of SolarWinds in the process.

Our team worked closely with Toms to meticulously orchestrate a seamless transition from ServiceNow to SolarWinds. The project commenced with a comprehensive discovery phase, allowing us to delve into the current environment and thoroughly assess the existing ServiceNow setup. By pinpointing areas for enhancement and devising a detailed design and actionable strategy, we paved the way for a successful migration. A pivotal focus of the project was optimising workflow design. We thoroughly reviewed Toms' current workflows in ServiceNow, identifying opportunities for improvement and reshaping them to better align with SolarWinds functionalities. This involved refining severity/priority settings, SLAs, onboarding/offboarding procedures, and approval protocols, ensuring efficient operations within the new platform. Moreover, we tailored reports and dashboards in SolarWinds to cater to Toms' specific business requirements, offering valuable insights and bolstering decision-making capabilities. Implementation of notifications for prolonged or dormant tickets boosted overall efficiency and responsiveness. Data migration and integrations played integral roles in the project's success. We effectively transferred two years of incident records for reporting purposes, with additional historical data migrated as necessary. Seamless integrations with platforms like Microsoft Teams were established to foster enhanced collaboration and communication. Throughout the project lifecycle, we strongly emphasised training and knowledge transfer for the internal team. Collaboratively developing training materials and conducting hands-on sessions ensured the team was well-prepared to leverage SolarWinds to its full potential.