Network Designs, Inc.
Network Designs, Inc. Completes Global Deployment of Aruba Networks' PCI-Compliant Wireless Solution at Navy Exchange Service Command
Secure Mobility Solutions Deployed At 344 NEXCOM Retail Stores, Warehouses Worldwide in Just 84 Days
Vienna, VA, October 15, 2007—
Networks Designs, Inc. (NDI), an authorized Aruba Networks reseller, today announced completion of the installation of Aruba's adaptive wireless LANs and identity-based security solution at 344 U.S. Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) retail stores located at 107 U.S. Navy installations worldwide.
The installed Aruba FIPS 140-2 certified platform features high performance adaptive wireless LAN technology, a secure firewall, wireless intrusion detection, and compliance with PCI standards.
"Aruba was the prime contractor for this project and selected NDI as the installation contractor because of their proven record of completing complex global deployments on-time and within the allocated budget," said Dan Brigati, Aruba's Federal Director of Operations. "The project had a very aggressive installation schedule of less than three months, and the logistics associated with such a worldwide deployment mandated the selection of an experienced engineering firm with well-trained personnel. NDI delivered on all fronts."
“This project was both a major challenge and a unique opportunity to demonstrate the capabilities of our firm," said Kevin McGreevy, CEO of NDI. "We fielded integrated deployment teams comprised of NDI, and NEXCOM IT personnel who worked collaboratively with Aruba systems engineers to achieve the 90-day completion date using innovative project management and logistics practices. The retail and warehouse operations could not be stopped during installation, so we worked in the evenings and had the new networks up in time for business the next day. I'm very proud of the work quality and the close relationships we’ve forged with both Aruba and NEXCOM."
About Network Designs, Inc.
Founded in 1995, Network Designs is a women-owned, small business, IT service provider. The company excels at turning emerging technologies into enterprise solutions mindful that the convergence of these new network technologies brings technical networking challenges and security requirements to the forefront. We offer superior customer service to Government clients through a unique, value-added online project management tool serving customers 24 / 7. NDI holds GSA Schedule and BITSII, CIO-SP2, CECOM Rapid Response 2, FAA, Department of State and USDA BPA contracts. For more information visit our Web site at www.netdes.com
About Aruba Networks, Inc.
Aruba securely delivers the enterprise network to users, wherever they work or roam, with user-centric networks that significantly expand the reach of traditional port-centric networks. User-centric networks integrate adaptive WLANs, identity-based security, and application continuity services into a cohesive, high-performance system that can be easily deployed as an overlay on top of existing network infrastructure. Adaptive WLANs deliver high-performance, follow-me connectivity so users are always within reach of mission-critical information. Identity-based security associates access policies with users, not ports, to enable follow-me security that is enforced regardless of access method or location. Application continuity services enable follow-me applications that can be seamlessly accessed across WLAN and cellular networks. The cost, convenience, and security benefits of user-centric networks are fundamentally changing how and where we work. Listed on the NASDAQ and Russell 2000® Index, Aruba is based in Sunnyvale, California, and has operations throughout the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific regions. To learn more, visit http://www.arubanetworks.com.
About NEXCOM
The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) is headquarters for the worldwide Navy Exchange System that oversees 107 Navy Exchange facilities and its 344 stores worldwide; 45 Navy Lodges; Ship's Stores; Uniform Program Management Office and Navy Family Support Programs. NEXCOM's mission is to provide authorized customers quality goods and services at a savings and to support quality of life programs for active duty military, retirees, reservists and their families. The Navy Exchange enterprise operates primarily with a non-appropriated fund (NAF) business instrumentality. Revenues generated are used to support Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) programs. $2.5 billion in sales were generated in FY'06 with over $40 million in profits provided to Navy MWR programs.