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A network assessment is the first step toward stabilizing your network. It provides you with a clear picture of your network environment and delivers technical recommendations that allow you to address any identified risks as well as plan for future needs and growth.
MIMSWARE'S 5-PHASE APPROACH
PHASE 1: INTERVIEWS
We meet with IT and business decision makers to define the vision and understand issues and constraints within the current environment. We facilitate discussions and discovery around:
• Business Goals and Drivers
• IT Goals and Drivers
• Existing Challenges
PHASE 2: INVESTIGATION AND DISCOVERY
We perform a direct exploration and evaluation of the technical environment. Examples of information gathered during this phase include:
• Investigate Current Network Configuration
• Identify Requirements for Growth and Expectations
• Identify Existing Network Challenges and Problems
• Review Best Practice Configuration Considerations
• Identify Internet Access and Usage Policies
• Identify Network Solutions (LAN, WAN, Internet, DMZ)
• Identify Hardware and Software Options
• Review Network Security Considerations
• Identify Disaster Recovery (DR) Considerations
• Run Automated Discovery Tools
• Perform Hands-on Detailed Investigation
• Review Existing Documentation
• Assess Training and Skills Needs
PHASE 3: ANALYSIS
Mimsware analyzes the data collected from the Investigation and Discovery phase.
PHASE 4: FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The product of this analysis is the Network Assessment Report, which is presented in a format that both technical and non-technical people can digest and act upon. The report provides you with:
• Executive Summary and Analysis
• Findings and Recommendations
• Technical Detail to Support Findings
PHASE 5: REVIEW
Once the IT and business decision makers have reviewed the Network Assessment Report, we will meet to
answer questions and discuss next steps to address needs.
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