Appendix D
Network Design and Analysis Guidelines;
Network Politics
Network design and analysis refer to the essential methods required to properly design a
network. A properly generated network design provides the following benefits:
• Proper analysis of existing equipment for network installation.
• List of requirements for network installation.
• Proper configuration of network components for optimum cost savings.
• A flexible and adaptable network topology.
• Correct selection of network hardware and software.
• Documentation of the network for future enhancements and modifications.
• Migration path into future network technologies without redesign.
• A long network life cycle.
• Interconnect paths and methods for multiple network architectures. ...