Services we provide

Comprehensive services from initial network "health check" to strategic planning--producing a roadmap that focuses near-term decisions with long-term vision

Janet L.F. Smith & Associates provides a comprehensive range of strategic telecommunications planning services, from initial assessment to implementation. Working closely with your team and key users, we can provide any of these customized services:

Network assessment--"Health check" assessments of existing communications systems and cabling infrastructure
Needs analysis--Projecting what the organization needs to meet anticipated growth, new services requirements and improved technology.
Vendor selection and project support
- Proposal planning--RFI/RFP development that ensures solicitations for bids address strategic objectives, deliver needed services and meet budget requirements
- Proposal review--Objective assessment of vendor responses on all RFP requirements
- Vendor recommendation based on best fit to RFP requirements and the overall strategic plan
- Implementation support--Project management to coordinate all implementation activites and all vendors with an eye to preventing problems before they occur.
Technical assessment--Evaluation of readiness for emerging technologies, or life-expectancy of existing equipment, including due diligence assessments prior to mergers or acquisitions
Operational evaluation and oversight--Assess and recommend optimal process and structure to meet the challenges of converging voice and data organizations - maximizing efficiency and delivering top-notch customer service

A key advantage of this service range is that you can choose to benefit from one point of contact throughout all phases of a project. The result: less effort for your staff, continuity across the life of the project, and peace of mind for you.

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