Government Network and Communications Infrastructure for Federal Government
Federal Government Network Infrastructure Challenges Network and communications infrastructures are mission-critical elements for the government. Security, reliability, energy efficiency and real-time information are concerns at all levels of government federal, state and local. Agency branches and facilities require a faster way to access important and real-time information while maintaining a communications infrastructure that is reliable and intelligent. While security and energy efficiency are challenges, budgets and safeguarding future investments are also concerns for all levels of government. Specialized solutions are available for mission-critical environments to assure information retrieval and accuracy. Requirements for ultra-fast solutions support broadband, cellular, RF and Ethernet applications and are vital to real-time information needs and emerging solutions. CommScope solutions are flexible; they can respond rapidly to changing missions. As the mission evolves, so does the infrastructure. CommScope delivers the right solutions and services that allow agencies to do both upgrade their physical infrastructure with higher-capacity solutions while addressing today s mounting security, energy conservation and budget issues. A world leader in communications technology, CommScope manufactures reliable, secure, fast communications and networking solutions, providing the information assurance and security that the federal government needs. 2 www.commscope.com
CommScope infrastructure solutions for the federal government market include: Intelligent infrastructure software and hardware Cables and connectivity for security and faster data rates Antennas and solutions for reliable wireless connectivity Network cabinet enclosures, providing physical structure and protection within data centers Network design services Spectrum management and planning services RF measurement and field services Wireless spectrum software solutions Outside plant enclosures for wireless and wireline applications, including fuel cells Ruggedized conduit solutions to protect critical communication links CommScope provides intelligence for monitoring and controlling the network in real-time. Built-in intelligence allows the user to see into the physical layer. This gives managers the power to: Detect and physically locate intrusions Counter intrusions Protect the integrity of the network Reduce network operating costs www.commscope.com 3
How CommScope Supports the Government s Mission With our global inventory and worldwide BusinessPartner network, CommScope can go where you go Our BusinessPartners have the necessary security clearances to provide secure support around the world Our 20-year extended product warranty* significantly reduces lifecycle cost and provides unparalleled support for your mission CommScope solutions provide network physical layer management in a secure and reliable manner Our networking and communications solutions are scalable, enabling future high-bandwidth applications without requiring forklift upgrades We provide specialized cables and connectors that function in harsh environments CommScope cares about the environment, and we believe that environmental stewardship should significantly impact our preservation of global resources; thus CommScope is building a solid foundation for our environmentally-conscious initiatives We understand the Trade Agreement Act and the Buy American Act CommScope complies with ISO standards We offer a streamlined procurement process * For SYSTIMAX and Uniprise products only CommScope is a global leader in infrastructure solutions for communications networks. Our portfolio of end-to-end solutions includes everything our customers need to build high-performing wired and wireless networks. 4 www.commscope.com
CommScope is a global leader in the communications network arena, having provided communications and network infrastructure solutions in more than 130 countries. With inventory positioned around the world and a worldwide BusinessPartner network, we make certain that our customers get rapid and consistent levels of service and support anywhere on the planet. The sensitivity of information and procedures at some government entities and agencies necessitates security clearances for personnel. Our global network of certified BusinessPartners contains fully-cleared personnel for sensitive situations and installations. We understand that the cost of a system or network does not end with the purchase. CommScope s industry-leading 20-year extended product warranty and application assurance significantly reduces the lifecycle cost of communications and infrastructure systems. CommScope uses rigorous, third-party independent testing on its systems and their independent components. Our ipatch System has been Joint Interoperability Test Command-tested and approved. The JITC analysis determined that the SYSTIMAX ipatch System meets the current DoD and industry standards, providing network physical layer management within the complex DoD network architecture in a secure and reliable manner. CommScope solutions position you for the future. Our technology can be deployed to enable current and future highbandwidth applications without the need to perform a forklift upgrade on the existing network electronics. Our solutions are scalable and provide for fast upgrades and increased capabilities in response to future uncertainties. CommScope has a special line of products that function reliably in harsh environments. Ruggedized connectors and systems are available for environments that are hot (or cold), dusty, corrosive or damp. For more than 30 years, CommScope has helped customers implement energy-saving and energy-efficient solutions. For its part, the company reuses more than 100,000 cable reels annually, saving nearly 30,000 trees each year. Annually, CommScope recycles more than 50 million pounds of materials and conserves more than 25 million gallons of water. Fourteen facilities in CommScope s global manufacturing network have achieved ISO 14001 certification for implementing and maintaining an environmental management system that is designed to minimize environmental impact. Headquartered in North Carolina, CommScope has approximately 13,000 employees worldwide. As a U.S.-based company, we know the importance of the Trade Agreement Act and the Buy American Act. Having provided network infrastructure to the military for more than 30 years, we understand the government procurement system. We have multiple procurement vehicles in place to streamline the purchasing process, allowing you to stay focused on your departmental or agency priorities. www.commscope.com 5
Support for Every Application Design and Management Services A natural extension of our network and communications infrastructure expertise, CommScope s global services focus on understanding and solving your infrastructure needs. Whether you need design and consulting services, project management or network planning and design, CommScope offers network infrastructure product knowledge, advanced servicesbased skills, global support and renowned reliability. Our wide range of design and project services for the government market includes: Consulting Codes and standards review Network planning and design Inside and outside plant design Configuration services Microwave backhaul design Frequency planning and licensing Site and path surveys Cell site construction and installation services Quality audits and troubleshooting AutoCAD plan drawings Design compliance Bid/tender administration Project management Boasting a comprehensive range of learning resources and backed by CommScope s proven expertise and insight, the CommScope Infrastructure Academy is designed to help organizations achieve top-quality infrastructure design and installation. Network Infrastructure Education Boasting a comprehensive range of learning resources, the CommScope Infrastructure Academy is designed to help organizations achieve top-quality infrastructure design and installation. Backed by CommScope s proven expertise and insight, the Academy s online format offers flexibility for learners at any level. Courses on network infrastructure solutions include twisted pair, fiber optic, coax and wireless technology, while a variety of specialist courses address the latest in network infrastructure solutions. Learn at your own pace and convenience CommScope Infrastructure Academy is training on demand. 6 www.commscope.com
Global Strength, Applications Assurance, Reliable Network Infrastructures CommScope s commitment to integrity, innovation, quality and performance shows in every transaction. Our commitment to innovation shows in our more than 3,300 patents and patent applications. Our commitment to quality is obvious with our dedication to design, manufacture and deliver products and services which conform to the industry and customers specifications in every way. Our commitment to performance has led us to submit our products for independent lab testing. Our commitment to integrity is our underlying business principle, guiding us to offer industry-leading product warranties and environmental stewardship. CommScope provides extensive technical documentation with each and every product. Brochures, specifications, white papers, case studies and research information are all available worldwide at www.commscope.com. No matter where you are located, CommScope delivers the right solutions for wireline and wireless, with consistent product quality and one source to satisfy your worldwide needs for a superior network and communications infrastructure. Our product performance is driven by technology leadership, and our commitment to R&D investment ensures that your infrastructure is exceptionally reliable and future-ready. CommScope s high-performance, intelligent data center solutions promote network security and IT productivity. IT managers that implement these intelligent solutions can: Increase network efficiencies Improve infrastructure management and provisioning Efficiently manage, identify and safeguard information in their networks www.commscope.com 7
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