Project Overview

Star Financial, a leading financial institution in the Midwest, expanded its operations with a new headquarters in Fort Wayne. To support their growing workforce and advanced technology needs, they required a robust, scalable network infrastructure. We were tasked with providing a future-ready solution that would ensure secure, high-speed data transfers and accommodate future growth.

The Challenges

With the construction of their new headquarters, Star Financial needed a network that could handle high-speed data transfers, secure access, and future scalability. The project involved:

• 9 telecommunications rooms (TRs).

• Extensive fiber and copper cabling.

• 47 access-controlled doors for security.

Our Solution

We delivered a full-service structured cabling solution that was tailor-made to Star Financial’s needs, including:

• 9 TR Buildouts
  We equipped and bonded each telecommunications room, ensuring performance and durability throughout the facility.

• Fiber Backbone
  We extended singlemode fiber from the demarcation point, creating a backbone that connected the main distribution frame (MDF) to each intermediate distribution frame (IDF) using a star topology for optimal traffic management. A singlemode fiber link was also installed to connect the data center, providing the fastest possible network speeds.

• Copper Cabling
  We installed approximately 900 Cat6 cables, ensuring a reliable and fast data network throughout the building.

• Access Control
  To meet security requirements, composite cables were installed for 47 access-controlled doors, seamlessly integrating with the network for secure and managed entry points.

• Warranty Assurance
  The entire cabling infrastructure was backed by a Berk-Tek/Leviton warranty, providing long-term performance assurance.

Client Results

Our team successfully implemented a future-proof, high-performance infrastructure that supports Star Financial’s operational needs today and well into the future. With high-speed fiber connections, reliable copper cabling, and a secure access control system, their new headquarters is equipped to handle the demands of a growing financial institution.