SSAP: structured networks and 56 Wi-Fi 7 access points across three buildings

The client

The Social Services in the Public Sector (SSAP) they chose DataRoad, as part of a civil service examination, as a technology partner for the implementation of network infrastructure in three buildings located in Évora, Aljubarrota and São Pedro do Sul.

The challenge

A public sector project, involving three buildings in separate locations, required secure, robust and future-proof network infrastructure, with the technical rigor and reliability that critical projects for public entities demand — meeting the tender requirements and ensuring operational continuity.

The DataRoad solution

DataRoad's corporate networking specialist team was responsible for the entire structured network and state-of-the-art wireless infrastructure:

• Structured computer cabling — full installation across all three buildings.
• Cable tray and organisation — network support infrastructure.
• 56 Wi-Fi 7 access points — state-of-the-art wireless network, with coverage in all buildings.
• Switching and network security - robust and secure infrastructure.
• IT Unlimited monitoring and support« — proactive monitoring and continuous maintenance.

The project was carried out with the technical rigor, reliability and focus on operational continuity that characterise DataRoad, backed by years of experience and various certifications from leading manufacturers.

Results

• State-of-the-art structured and wireless network implemented across three buildings (Évora, Aljubarrota and São Pedro do Sul).
• 56 Wi-Fi 7 access points guaranteeing modern and reliable coverage.
• Public sector project carried out within the framework of a public tender, with rigor and security.
• Renewed trust of public entities in DataRoad for critical projects.
• Continuous monitoring and proactive support with the «IT Unlimited» service.

See also

• Networks and computer cabling
• Installation of wireless networks
• Original news article for this project
• All DataRoad success stories

DataRoad — IT projects for the public sector

A DataRoad is a Portuguese company specialising in managed IT services (MSP), headquartered in Alfragide (Lisbon) and with an active presence in Porto, Faro, Funchal, Évora, Setúbal and Beja. Since 2015, it has ensured the smooth running of IT infrastructures for businesses that cannot afford downtime — hotels, clinics, embassies, universities, multinationals and demanding SMEs — with a certified technical team, continuous monitoring and 24/7 support.

DataRoad has proven experience in public sector projects, carried out under public procurement procedures, with the technical rigor, documentation and reliability that these entities require — including interventions in multiple buildings and locations, with deadlines and requirements defined in the specifications.

DataRoad assumes full responsibility for its clients' technological solution — from technical specification and equipment procurement to installation, configuration, testing, team training and ongoing support. A single partner, a single point of contact.

DataRoad Services

• IT Unlimited — round-the-clock IT support: unlimited support at a fixed cost, both remote and on-site, with incident management and rapid response.
• Computer networks and structured cabling: network design, installation and certification; Layer 3 switching and PoE.
• Enterprise wireless networks (Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 7)coverage survey, cloud management, network segmentation and isolated guest networks.
• Cybersecurity and corporate firewalls: perimeter protection, traffic control and threat mitigation.
• Servers, backups and disaster recovery: servers, NAS devices and centralised backups.
• CCTV video surveillance: video surveillance systems with continuous recording.
• Monitoring, alarm systems and reporting: real-time monitoring, automatic alerts and proactive interventions.
• IT consultancy and project management: relocation of premises, new facilities and modernisation of infrastructure.
• Cross-platform support: Windows and Apple environments, with comprehensive management of the IT infrastructure.

Sector: Computing for the Public Sector and Civil Service Exams