International Hotel chain

SD-WAN Implementation and Meraki Device Migration

Overview

NeonHawk was engaged by our client, a leading global hospitality brand, to design, configure and implement a Software-Defined Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN) solution across multiple sites in London and Cambridge. The project involved migrating customer’s legacy network infrastructure to new Meraki devices, ensuring seamless connectivity and enhanced network performance.

Challenge

Client’s existing network infrastructure was struggling to keep pace with the growing demands of its business. The company required a more agile, secure, and scalable network solution that could support its expanding operations.

Solution

To address client’s network challenges, our team partnered closely with their IT department to deliver a tailored SD-WAN transformation. We began with a comprehensive network assessment, mapping out areas that required improvement and identifying opportunities for optimisation. With these insights, we designed a customised SD-WAN architecture that aligned with client’s operational requirements and long-term goals. Leveraging Meraki’s industry-leading technology, we deployed MX security appliances and MS switches across multiple sites, ensuring both resilience and scalability. Our engineers configured intelligent SD-WAN policies to optimise traffic routing and strengthen security, enabling seamless connectivity for staff and guests. The migration from client’s legacy infrastructure to Meraki devices was executed with minimal disruption, ensuring business continuity throughout the process. Finally, we equipped client’s IT team with hands-on training and comprehensive support, empowering them to manage and monitor the new infrastructure effectively through the Meraki dashboard. This collaborative approach not only delivered immediate improvements but also provided client with the confidence and tools to sustain and scale their network well into the future.

Business Benefits

Through the implementation of the SD-WAN solution, client achieved significant advancements in network performance, giving staff fast, reliable access to the applications and resources they rely on every day. The addition of Meraki’s advanced firewalling and intrusion prevention enhanced security, creating a stronger defence against potential cyber threats. With real-time visibility and control now available, client’s IT team can monitor, manage, and optimise network activity across multiple sites from a single platform. This centralisation not only simplifies daily operations but also reduces administrative burden, freeing the team to focus on more strategic initiatives. Perhaps most importantly, the new architecture provides client with the flexibility to grow. Sites can be added or adjusted with minimal effort, eliminating the need for extensive infrastructure upgrades. Together, these benefits have delivered a secure, scalable, and future-ready network foundation—ensuring client can continue to expand while delivering seamless experiences for both staff and guests.

Why NeonHawk

NeonHawk is a trusted partner in delivering innovative digital transformation and infrastructure solutions, with a strong track record across multiple industries. We combine expertise in implementing cutting-edge technology services with the ability to provide specialist IT professionals for critical resourcing needs. This dual capability — offering both end-to-end solutions and on-demand talent — sets us apart, empowering our clients to accelerate growth, improve operational efficiency, and achieve sustainable success.