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                                Following the Design process, our engineering 
                                  team will produce a detailed network architecture, 
                                  high-level bill of materials and implementation 
                                  process guidelines. To make sure every detail 
                                  is covered, we employ a comprehensive approach 
                                  that identifies objectives for all phases of 
                                  the network life cycle. For example before an 
                                  upgrade is made, our engineers assess factors 
                                  such as risk management, the upgrade's impact 
                                  on existing applications, new interface and 
                                  configuration requirements, personnel responsibilities 
                                  for configuration change and control, network 
                                  management considerations and possible training 
                                  needs. By considering such factors in network 
                                  engineering, we help our clients achieve maximum 
                                  network performance - and avoid costly surprises 
                                  down the road. 
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