NHS Foundation Trust WiFi Survey
Comprehensive 60-day wireless network assessment across major NHS hospital. Professional analysis of 800 access points covering every clinical and non-clinical area.
The Challenge
A major NHS Foundation Trust needed comprehensive wireless network assessment to optimize patient care connectivity
Critical Connectivity Issues
- Patient Care Disruption: WiFi dead zones affecting medical devices and patient monitoring
- Clinical Workflow Impact: Staff unable to access patient records in certain areas
- Emergency Response: Communication blackspots in critical care areas
- Infection Control: Limited access to isolation wards and infectious disease units
Complex Healthcare Environment
- Operational Constraints: Hospital operating 24/7 with minimal disruption allowed
- Security Requirements: High-security areas requiring special access protocols
- Patient Privacy: Sensitive areas requiring careful survey methodology
- Infrastructure Age: Legacy network with mixed equipment generations
Project Scope & Requirements
800 APs across site
100% hospital footprint
60 days maximum
Minimal patient impact
Our Professional Methodology
Systematic approach ensuring comprehensive coverage while maintaining patient care standards
Pre-Survey Planning
- Liaison with NHS IT and facilities teams
- Security clearance and access protocols
- Infection control training and certification
- Detailed floor plans and AP location mapping
Night Shift Operations
- After-hours access to critical areas
- Operating theatre surveys during maintenance windows
- ICU assessments with minimal patient disruption
- Emergency department coordination
Comprehensive Documentation
- Individual area reports and recommendations
- Heat maps showing coverage gaps
- Specific AP relocation proposals
- Power level optimization suggestions
Complete Hospital Coverage
Every single area of the hospital was professionally surveyed and analyzed
Clinical Areas
Support Areas
Human-Centered Approach
Respectful communication with patients during bedside surveys, explaining our work and minimizing disruption
Close collaboration with nurses, doctors, and technicians to schedule surveys around patient care
Full PPE protocols, hand hygiene stations, and isolation area procedures followed meticulously
Critical Findings
Comprehensive analysis revealed significant network optimization opportunities
47
Critical Dead Zones Identified
435
Access Points Requiring Relocation
75
New Access Points Required
Coverage Gap Analysis
- Patient Care Impact: 23 wards with inadequate bedside coverage
- Medical Device Connectivity: 12 areas affecting vital sign monitors
- Staff Communication: 8 nurse stations with poor signal strength
- Emergency Access: 4 critical care areas with dead zones
Optimization Recommendations
- AP Relocations: 435 existing access points requiring repositioning for optimal coverage
- New Installations: 75 additional access points required to eliminate dead zones
- Mounting Changes: Wall-mounted APs recommended for ceiling installation in high-traffic areas
- Power & Channel Optimization: Detailed adjustments for interference reduction
Comprehensive Deliverables
Detailed documentation enabling informed decision-making and implementation
Bespoke Area Reports
- 📋 Individual Ward Analysis: Specific recommendations for each clinical area
- 📊 Signal Strength Mapping: Heat maps showing coverage quality
- 📍 AP Positioning: Precise relocation coordinates and mounting specifications
- ⚙️ Power Level Settings: Optimized dBm recommendations per access point
Executive Summary
- 🎯 Priority Actions: Critical fixes ranked by patient care impact
- 💰 Cost Analysis: Budget planning for recommended improvements
- 📅 Implementation Timeline: Phased approach minimizing service disruption
- 📈 Expected Outcomes: Predicted network performance improvements
Project Success
Comprehensive survey delivered actionable insights enabling significant network improvements
100%
Hospital Coverage Analyzed
435
APs to be Relocated
75
New APs Required
60
Days to Completion
Critical Healthcare Impact ⚕️
- ✅ Patient Care Enhancement: Eliminated connectivity gaps affecting medical devices
- ✅ Clinical Workflow Optimization: Improved staff access to patient records
- ✅ Emergency Response: Enhanced communication in critical care areas
- ✅ Infection Control Compliance: Maintained highest safety standards throughout
- ✅ Actionable Intelligence: Detailed roadmap for network improvements
- ✅ Professional Standards: NHS IT team equipped with comprehensive analysis
Professional Healthcare WiFi Services
Specialist wireless surveys and optimization for NHS trusts, private hospitals, and healthcare facilities across Norfolk
🏥 Expert Healthcare Network Assessment
✅ NHS Foundation Trust experience
✅ Clinical environment expertise
✅ Infection control compliance
✅ 24/7 operational awareness
✅ Patient-centered approach