Target
Cybersecurity enhancement
Location
Belgium
Sector
Life Science
Duration
12 months
Team
1 Project Manager
1 Project Coordinator
8 Project Engineers
Project Context
Our client is seeking to enhance their network infrastructure to meet the growing demands of the business, improve security, and streamline network management. Implementing Routed VLAN (Virtual Local Area Networks) offers a versatile and efficient solution to tackle these requirements.
This proposal outlines the benefits, costs and rollout strategy for incorporating Routed VLAN into our organization.
RealDev's Mission
Enhancing
Security
Scalability
Improving
Network Performance
Simplifying
Management
Proposed Solution: Routed VLAN
Routed VLANs combine the benefits of VLAN with routing capabilities to enhance network segmentation and traffic management. This approach involves assigning IP subnets to VLANs and using Layer 3 devices (such as routers or Layer 3 switches) to route traffic between VLAN.
Key Features of Routed VLAN
Performance Enhancement
Decreased broadcast traffic and optimized routing enhance overall network speed and reliability.
Security Reinforcement
Segmentation reduces vulnerability to threats and enables precise access control policies.
Operational Streamlining
Simplified network management and configuration lessen administrative workload and operational costs.
Scalability
Easily accommodates network expansion by adding new VLANs without significant reconfiguration.
Network Segmentation
Divides the network into logical segments, each functioning as an independent subnet.
Traffic Management
Limits broadcast domains, reducing superfluous traffic and improving performance.
Improved Security Measures
Segregating segments to safeguard sensitive data and mitigate the impact of potential security breaches.
Streamlined Problem Resolution
Simplified identification and troubleshooting of network issues within segmented VLANs.
Optimized Traffic Management
Leveraging Layer 3 routing for efficient traffic handling between VLANs, enhancing overall network performance.
Implementation plan
Preparation Phase
Conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the existing network infrastructure to pinpoint areas for enhancement.
Rollout
Introduce the Routed VLAN gradually in stages to minimize disruptions, starting with less critical zones.
Validation
Conduct thorough testing to ensure proper functionality and optimal performance.
Documentation Update
Revise project documentation accordingly.
Training and Support
Provide in-depth training to staff members on the management and troubleshooting of Routed VLAN setups.
Implementing Routed VLAN offers our client significant improvements in network performance, security, and management efficiency, addressing current challenges and supporting future growth to enhance the overall OT infrastructure and contribute to long-term success.
