Mexico. In recent years the rise of the so-called Smart Buildings has presented great challenges, not only for companies, but also for designers and planners of the construction of such buildings, especially in the field of security. Proper planning can help network and construction designers prevent security risks, while better addressing future challenges.
Secure and stable networks improve process efficiency and protect valuable business assets; therefore, planning these issues early can help lower implementation and operating costs:
"Over the past two years we have seen many real-world examples of a positive impact of planning, designing and implementing solutions in advance. Unfortunately, we have also seen many examples where the consequences have been costly for not taking these considerations into account," said Philip Sorrells, Vice President of Strategic Marketing at CommScope.
In addition to avoiding unnecessary costs, planning and designing properly and on time helps companies deliver more reliable wireless networks for emergency services personnel, which help them do their jobs more effectively in times of crisis, and help the business be prepared for worst-case scenarios.
According to Philip Sorrells, the objective of proper planning is not only to secure the building, but also the network of the same, always taking into account the following aspects:
- Automated Infrastructure Management (AIM) systems, which can help monitor the physical layer, alerting authorized or unauthorized changes.
- Considerations for wireless systems within the building.
- Safety monitors and sensors
- Fire Safety
- The ANSI/ITA 5017 physical network security standard, which presents an integrated approach to security.
"There are many factors that drive the next generation of smart buildings, but stability and security are two of the main ones, since they not only involve the proper functioning of the network infrastructure, but the protection of information and the ability to face crisis situations in the best possible way. In CommScope's new eBook, "Connected and Efficient Buildings," our team of industry professionals discuss and clarify best practices to assist in security-related planning."
