Customer Success Story
Deltares’s Secure, Open Workplace Helps Urban Areas Adapt to Change
Netherlands-based Deltares researchers plug into an open, collaborative campus network as they strive to manage densely populated delta areas vulnerable to climate shifts.
Business Challenge
Deltares sought to modernize its network and reinforce its security posture. The organization had embraced an open workplace design that encouraged worker collaboration. However, the setup required strong port security and network segmentation to prevent client devices from spreading malware and to limit the effects of any data breaches.
Simplicity with Campus Switches
Attempting 802.1X port-based authentication with some Ethernet switches caused insurmountable challenges. However, deploying it on Juniper EX Series switches proved simple. Workers can sign into any network port, and their access credentials follow them. The institute further enhances security using VLAN segmentation.
Business Results
With the Juniper solution, 1000 employees work freely in Deltares’ digital workplace every day, while IT assures the security of high-end compute and data resources. To achieve its goals, Deltares:
- Built a highly available campus network with tight control over wired switch ports
- Deployed VLAN segmentation to contain the reach and impact of security breaches
- Easily integrated Juniper switches into its multivendor infrastructure
The Products
EX2300
The EX2300 Ethernet Switch delivers a compact, high-density, cost-effective solution for small network environments where space and power are at a premium.
Junos Space Network Director
Visualize, analyze, and control your enterprise campus network.