Traditionally, a customer identifies a need to renovate or construct a new building and hires an Architect, Consultant or design professional to establish a project scope, design schematic and budget. Once the design schematic is reviewed, modified and approved, the design team then begins detailed design and estimating efforts. The design team prepares the construction documents and the project is put out to bid. Bids are received, a contract(s) is awarded and construction begins.

It is typically at this time when it becomes obvious that technology has not been adequately addressed and now there is little or no space available, or money in the budget for the required technology requirements. This results in design and construction change orders disrupting the construction plans and budgets all because it's the fault of the "new" technology. Eventually the project is completed and the contractor(s) deliver as-built drawings, if at all. Meanwhile, the technology systems managers wade through what they have provided and often need to rework, enhance or otherwise modify the results, sometimes to the extent of re-cabling their entire facility.

Despite the overwhelming importance of structured cabling to building systems design and use, it often remains an afterthought in the building planning process. This frequently leads to an undersized or less than optimum systems infrastructure. Construction projects go out to bid with little or no coordination for technology, other than outlet boxes, conduit stubs and notes to "Coordinate with Owner". It has now become clear that the Construction Industry needs to add a fourth Utility to the building process, Technology.

Early consideration of the present and future Technology Requirements can provide enough analysis time to make sure the physical network layer, or the cabling infrastructure will meet the projected use, capacity and configuration needs of the building and its users.

Architects, Consultants and Engineering professionals can rely on ComLink Network Services to utilize a consultative approach with their clients' to prepare the project requirements, drawings, specifications, estimates, construction and bid documents including vendor management, implementation, quality-assurance and contract closeouts.

Improve your service, increase your value, expertise and revenues by partnering with ComLink Network Services on your next design project.