A corporate relocation or a new office opening is the best opportunity to get your network infrastructure right from the start — instead of patching problems later. Networking is often left to the last minute, resulting in issues that could easily have been avoided. This guide covers the essentials you need to know.
When Network Planning Should Start
Network infrastructure planning should begin in parallel with the architectural design of the space, not after. The position of each desk, the location of the server room, Wi‑Fi access points and cable routes should be decided before work begins, to avoid costly changes later.
Checklist: What a Modern Office Infrastructure Needs
- Cat6 / Cat6A structured cabling at every workstation, with margin for future expansion
- Network and power outlets at every desk, planned around the actual workstation layout
- Racks and patch panels with proper cable management and labeling — not an improvised solution
- Wi‑Fi coverage designed based on the floor plan, not just placing an access point wherever is convenient
- UPS to protect critical equipment from power outages
- Complete documentation (port mapping, as-built drawings) for easy future support
Common Mistakes in Office Relocations
- Underestimating future needs: planning only for the current number of workstations, with no room to grow
- Missing documentation: cabling without labeling, making any future fault harder and more expensive to fix
- Bringing in a technical partner too late: calling the network contractor after construction work is finished, when changes cost more
- Non-scalable server room: placing a rack in an unsuitable space without proper ventilation or access
How ATELECTRO Coordinates with Architects and Contractors
ATELECTRO GROUP gets involved from the site survey and planning stage, working with architects, general contractors and interior designers so the network infrastructure is ready before your team moves into the new space — not added as an afterthought.