patching special feature


Smart cabling decisions can also lead to reductions in energy usage that is good for both the business and the planet.


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Shahriar Allen of Panduit looks at how intelligent patching can be implemented through the use of Intelligent Infrastructure Management (IIM) and discusses the advantages it brings.


rowing business demands are forcing enterprises to increasingly require higher performance from their networks. As a result, IT groups are continuously tasked with the addition or reconfiguration of


network applications and equipment to ensure that that business’ needs can be met.


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Physical infrastructure However the physical infrastructure is often stressed when new equipment is introduced or old equipment is replaced. In particular, cabling infrastructures may become compromised as a result of low bandwidth capabilities, broken or inaccurate connections and ad hoc changes that may affect the accuracy of network documentation. Unless reliable physical infrastructure


components are used, each individual installation or reconfiguration in the data centre leaves the network vulnerable to service interruptions and network downtime. These risks not only result in costs and time to repair the network; they can result


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