Leading the Transformation.
From an IT perspective, KOKO’s complete metamorphosis presented exciting opportunities. Untethered by existing hardware, the team was free to think bigger, to define the experiences that they wanted to create then select the tech to get them there. Handling the extraordinary new broadcasting, recording and live streaming capabilities required a sophisticated new network with world class software and expertise in wireless technology was vital. After an extensive RFQ process, Qolcom, Aruba Platinum Partner and award-winning network specialists, were chosen as a natural fit with their leading-edge Network as a Service offering.
At KOKO we had a special opportunity to start with a blank canvas. It was like song writing, in a way. It began with a creative vision – then it’s about layering on all these instruments and locking them into step so that the whole piece works in harmony. The use of the Aruba Central platform in our Network Operations Centre is the key that binds the NaaS together.
Keith Reading, CEO at Qolcom
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KOKO pushes far outside the box that is your typical music venue template. Vogue called it a “design enthusiast’s dream” and lauded the “landmark copper cupola” that is its crowning glory. The sound engineers spoke of the challenge of getting the tone right in every “nook and cranny”. Our feat was to deliver a consistent Wi-Fi signal to all points in the building, from dome to loading bay. Again, Qolcom’s NaaS covers all bases. Starting with LAN infrastructure Qolcom designed a resilient network of core routing services with sufficient bandwidth to scale and support future traffic. Network devices, including redundant power supplies, provide data connectivity and PoE/PoE+ (Power-over-Ethernet/Plus) and WLAN access points support AV equipment and CCTV cameras. And all equipment is Wi-Fi 6E grade, which delivers greater capacity and performance, superior power efficiency and enhanced support for IoT devices.