A leading construction firm expanding its operations into Ghana needed to establish two separate office locations:
- A corporate headquarters in the city for administrative, planning, and project management functions.
- A field office near an active construction site to oversee on-ground operations.
The client required a reliable and secure network between these locations to enable seamless communication, file sharing, and collaboration on project data. Given the significant distance between the two sites, traditional connectivity options were impractical.
To address this challenge, the client engaged Liranz Limited to conduct a Site Research, Project Feasibility Assessment, and Budgeting exercise to determine the best networking solution.
Challenges and Requirements
Geographic Separation
- The corporate office and field office were far apart, making a physical network connection like fiber optics costly and impractical.
- The construction site environment had no pre-existing network infrastructure.
Reliable and Secure Connectivity
- The client required a fast, stable, and secure network to support real-time communication, blueprint sharing, and cloud-based project management tools.
- The network needed to support remote access to design files, video conferencing, and site monitoring via CCTV.
Cost-Effectiveness
- The solution needed to be financially feasible, providing high performance without excessive costs associated with fiber optic installation or satellite communication.
Scalability & Flexibility
- The network had to be scalable to support future site expansions and additional field locations.
- The setup should be adaptable to changing project locations as construction work progressed.
Minimal Downtime & Interference
- The solution needed to ensure uninterrupted connectivity despite environmental challenges like weather conditions, dust, and heavy equipment operation.
Our Approach
Site Research & Assessment
- Conducted on-site surveys at both locations to analyze infrastructure availability, terrain, and potential connectivity barriers.
- Evaluated existing telecom infrastructure, checking for fiber availability, cellular coverage, and potential microwave relay points.
- Assessed environmental factors such as building obstructions, terrain elevation, and electromagnetic interference risks from construction equipment.
Feasibility Study
- Analyzed multiple network options, including fiber optics, LTE-based solutions, satellite internet, and radio technology.
- Conducted signal testing to determine the best placement for network equipment and antennas.
- Assessed the bandwidth needs for file transfers, video conferencing, remote design access, and live site monitoring.
Technology Recommendation
After analyzing all possible solutions, we recommended a Point-to-Point (PtP) Wireless Radio Network as the best fit for the client’s needs.
Why PtP Wireless Radio Technology?
High-speed and low-latency connectivity for seamless file sharing, video calls, and real-time project collaboration.
More cost-effective than fiber optics, reducing long-term operational expenses.
Scalable for future expansions to other project sites.
Weather-resistant and durable, ensuring minimal disruption in outdoor conditions.
Secure, encrypted connections to protect sensitive project data.
Additionally, we suggested a hybrid backup solution using LTE connectivity to ensure redundancy in case of temporary disruptions.
Budgeting & Implementation Roadmap
- Provided a detailed cost breakdown, including hardware procurement, installation, and ongoing maintenance expenses.
- Developed a phased implementation plan with clear milestones for deployment, testing, and optimization.
- Recommended a managed service model for continuous support, monitoring, and network maintenance.
Outcome & Benefits
Seamless Inter-Site Connectivity – The construction firm’s corporate office and field office were now fully connected, enabling smooth communication and real-time data sharing.
Increased Productivity – Engineers, project managers, and administrative teams could collaborate effortlessly, accessing construction plans, design files, and live updates without delays.
Cost Savings – The recommended radio technology solution significantly reduced costs compared to fiber optics and satellite options.
Scalable & Future-Proof Solution – The network was designed to support new field offices as the company expanded into additional construction sites.
Enhanced Remote Site Monitoring – The solution enabled remote CCTV surveillance, ensuring better security and oversight of construction activities.
Conclusion
Through our expertise in IT infrastructure and networking, Liranz Limited successfully helped this construction firm establish a cost-effective, scalable, and secure inter-site network between its corporate and field offices.
Our strategic planning, technology-driven approach, and commitment to delivering high-performance solutions ensured that the client could operate efficiently, with uninterrupted access to critical project data and collaboration tools.
Looking for a reliable technology partner for your construction business? Contact Liranz Limited today to discover how we can optimize your connectivity and IT infrastructure for maximum efficiency.
