We utilize wireless internet more than ever before. Because we rely on our office Wi-Fi for more than just communication, it’s imperative for today’s business that their wireless internet operates seamlessly throughout their building. Some businesses simply utilize the infrastructure in place when they moved in. Others install equipment at the recommended locations based on range. However, without a Wi-Fi site survey, your network may not function as you need it to.
A Wi-Fi Site Survey Determines Optimal Access Points
Testing during a Wi-Fi site survey looks at more than just coverage. It evaluates the signal strength, sometimes called quality, as well as noise or interference. By doing this, your site survey company can help eliminate dead zones and areas with weak coverage. Designing on paper isn’t always enough, architectural plans can’t predict what will lead to signal interference.
What About Network Capacity
Although you may have enough bandwidth coming into your facility to handle all your online needs, network capacity throughout your facility will vary. During a Wi-Fi site survey, users and usage patterns are evaluated. This can help determine whether reprogramming of existing equipment can solve your issues or if a hardware upgrade is necessary.
“Plug & Play” Equipment Doesn’t Equate to Efficiency
Anyone can go online and order routers and access points. Many of these products advertise themselves as being simple in that you just plug them in and they’re ready to go. Although that’s true, you can plug them in and follow basic instructions have your access point working, it likely won’t be working optimally. Most small and medium sized businesses who call us for a Wi-Fi issue have done just that. During a network site survey, we look not only at where you need access points, but also what sort of bandwidth you need. And, because users rarely stay in one place settings on the plug and play type of equipment doesn’t consider how people move throughout the building and utilize Wi-Fi.
Are You Ready for a Wi-Fi Site Survey?
The three main reasons we’re called for a Wi-Fi site survey are when businesses upgrade equipment, move locations and notice dead spots in their facility. However, latency, remodeling, and changes to your staffing or equipment are also very good reasons to call Toucan Technology Group. We’re ECSE certified and ready to help your network work more efficiently for your team. Call us today at (317) 376-4874 to schedule your site survey.
