Transportation

DP World aimed to upgrade its wireless infrastructure to meet current and future operational needs. The objectives were to minimize downtime, streamline operations, and improve user experience. Key challenges included:

• Needed to update network infrastructure to enhance staff access and improve user experience at the port, ensuring smooth operational workflows
• Identified a need to enhance wireless performance and modernize network infrastructure to future-proof all ports and terminals, minimizing downtime, and supporting future demands
• Required an effective management layer to oversee, simplify, and optimize complex network operations
• Sought to streamline operations, reducing costs without compromising efficiency and reliability
• Recognized the need to address an expanding threat landscape to secure operations and ensure compliance with Australia’s Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018

To address fragmented technologies, a comprehensive solution was implemented, integrating advanced network management, enhanced wireless infrastructure, and cybersecurity measures to ensure efficient port operations. Key technologies include:

• Cisco Software-Defined Access to manage and secure IoT device and user network access through zero-trust workplace capabilities
• Cisco Catalyst Center to automate, secure, and optimize wireless and switching access networks
• Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul provides exceptional experiences with an easy-to-deploy wireless network that offers high-speed reliability, low latency, and seamless handoffs
• Cisco Catalyst Industrial Ethernet Switches built for demanding operating conditions, helps digitize operations, protect against cyberthreats, and improve operational efficiencies