Intelligent Infrastructure Management

Intelligent Infrastructure Management (IIM) solutions provide the missing link between real-time network management tools and the traditional, passive structured cabling infrastructures that connect network devices together.

At ISG we can design, install and configure IIM solutions, enabling the fully automated management of your network’s physical layer. Cable connectivity in your buildings will be actively monitored and any change in physical connectivity will be automatically communicated to the network administrators.

With ISG’s professionally implemented IIM solutions you will benefit from the following key features:

• Automated patching - Sensing techniques monitor the patching fields and provide an accurate map of connectivity and report any changes in real-time
• Infrastructure database - A powerful relational database details the entire physical infrastructure from buildings and rooms, cabinets and patch panels to interconnecting cables. The automated patching information is mapped onto the database to provide a real-time view of the network's physical connectivity
• Integrated IP device discovery - By including the automatic detection of IP based devices the IIM solution provides a unique view that is not available from traditional network management or service desk applications. By correlating the connectivity of the discovered device via the automated patching, the IIM system can determine the exact location of the device and position it onto a CAD floor plan
• Alarms and events - All changes to the infrastructure are recorded in an event log for future or immediate reference. Based upon user-defined criteria, alarms are generated and passed to other applications, typically for unauthorised activities
• Integration with third party applications - An IIM solution is intended to interact with existing network tools to create as comprehensive a picture of the network as possible.

Intelligent Patching

With ISG's Intelligent Infrastructure Management Solutions, your physical layer does more than provide a reliable, high performance communications foundation. It gives you the vision and knowledge you need to be in control. ISG recommends SYSTIMAX® iPatch® intelligent patching systems. 

Intelligent Infrastructure Management built on industry leading SYSTIMAX Copper and Fibre Structured Cabling Systems

• Offers complete visibility and control of your physical layer infrastructure
• Provides accurate, automated documentation of changes to the physical layer
• Discovers network devices and maps them to the physical layer
• Provisions services and provides guidance for deployment in data centres or office environments
• Notifies administrators in real-time of any connectivity or equipment
• Issues and alerts users of unauthorised access or activity
• Enhances productivity through automation and process efficiency
• Reduces costs associated with capacity and asset management
• Real-time enhanced location information for physical layer and networked assets.

IIM/BMS

Intelligent Buildings harness technology and link building systems in order to supply more efficiency, higher productivity and increased comfort. The global trend among innovative buildings is toward a comprehensive Intelligent Infrastructure Management solution that ISG calls Intelligent Building Infrastructure Solutions or IBIS.  

Most buildings feature between 10 to 46 low voltage systems, each requiring its own control, management and monitoring. Without a common infrastructure that can link them together, these dozens of systems can create a lifetime accumulation of unnecessary cost. But with a single backbone supporting all of these systems from security to lighting, from HVAC to communications, building operations can become high performing and cost-effective.

 To contact ISG about our services please email: info@isg-technology.com