BRIN: Fostering Collaboration and Driving Scientific Advancement
The National Research and Innovation Agency of Indonesia (Badan Riset dan Inovasi Nasional, BRIN) plays a crucial role in advancing science, research, technology, and innovation in Indonesia. Established as a reference point for scientific development, BRIN is committed to delivering quality research that benefits the community. As the volume and accessibility of information grow, the agency recognises the need to continually upgrade its network infrastructure to maintain agility and effectiveness in an ever-evolving technological environment.
A Sprawling Network, a Mountain of Challenges
BRIN's expansive network, comprising over 100 branch offices and five major campuses, presented significant operational hurdles, particularly at the Serpong campus, which houses over 80 buildings.
Bandwidth Bottlenecks Crippling Research
The Serpong campus faced considerable bandwidth issues in high-density areas like offices and computer labs. Slow internet speeds hindered access to essential online research databases and collaboration, stifling productivity.
Poor Wireless Experience Disrupts Daily Operations
Network instability adversely impacted critical activities such as online training and virtual meetings. Employees reported dropped connections and slow load times, resulting in approximately 300 user complaints daily, eroding morale and effective communication.
Complicated Cabling Hampered Maintenance and Expansion
Excessive UTP cabling created significant complexity. In one instance, a misplugged cable led to a severe network loop that caused downtime, prolonging troubleshooting efforts and affecting multiple departments reliant on stable connectivity.
Lack of Centralised Management Exacerbated Downtime
The diversity of vendor equipment compounded challenges, and the absence of a centralised management system made monitoring and troubleshooting increasingly difficult. Identifying and resolving issues across BRIN’s dispersed offices required considerable time, extending outages and disrupting workflow.
Building a Future-Ready Network for BRIN: Technology and Implementation
To address these challenges, BRIN partnered with Ruijie and the certified partner, PT Tekno Logika Utama, to implement the Simplified Optical Ethernet (SOE) solution, which included several key components:
High-Speed All-Optical Network
The SOE solution upgraded the infrastructure with 100G connections to critical buildings. Passive optical components simplified cabling, improving speed and reliability for researchers.
Fiber to the Room Switches
The implementation of fanless switches facilitated efficient deployment of Fiber to the Room (FTTR), delivering 10G connectivity to individual rooms while enhancing user experiences. These energy-efficient devices utilised Coarse Wavelength Division Multiplexing (CWDM) technology to maintain optimal bandwidth.
Reorganised Access Point Placement
Network stability was improved through a redesigned access point (AP) deployment, customising AP types and locations for meeting rooms and high-density workspaces while deploying Wi-Fi 6 technology for better performance.
WIS Cloud Centralised Management
WIS Cloud enabled BRIN to efficiently monitor and troubleshoot the network. Centralised management streamlined maintenance tasks and allowed for quick identification of network issues across offices, significantly enhancing workflow efficiency.
“ Transforming with the Ruijie SOE solution has been remarkable. We've observed significant improvements in network performance, a reduction in user complaints, and a notable boost in overall efficiency. Our researchers can now focus on their work without the distraction of network issues. ”
Improved Performance, Enhanced Collaboration:
The Impact of BRIN's Network Upgrade
By enhancing its network infrastructure, BRIN aims to reinforce its status as a prestigious institution in research and innovation,
fostering societal impact through collaborative scientific initiatives.
Significant Bandwidth Improvement
With the implementation of 100G connections and 10G connections to individual rooms, the network observed a tenfold increase in capacity, allowing researchers and staff to engage efficiently in various applications.
Simplified Maintenance
The optical network facilitated logical isolation, requiring less physical space for equipment, which streamlined maintenance and addressed prior cabling complications.
Enhanced Wireless Experience
The deployment of enterprise-grade Wi-Fi 6 access points ensured reliable connectivity, resolving previous wireless issues that hindered online training and meetings, ultimately decreasing user complaints.
Centralised Monitoring
WIS Cloud enabled centralised network monitoring, giving IT personnel valuable tools for optimisation and troubleshooting. This enhanced management capability addressed previous oversight issues, enabling faster resolution of network problems.
BRIN's Vision Realised: A Modern Network Supporting Scientific Advancement
BRIN is now better equipped to support its research mission and foster collaboration within the scientific community. They have reinforced their reputation as a leader in research and innovation, driving meaningful societal impact through improved collaboration and greater efficiency in scientific pursuits.
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