Case Study: University of Derby
The Problem
Everything was ready to go at the new site, desks in place, technology installed, and the doors about to open. The only problem? Strong, consistent mobile signal just wasn’t getting through. Staff couldn’t make calls, students wouldn't have been able to access essential services, and relying purely on WiFi just wasn’t a viable long-term solution.
Time was against us in this installation however we got the job done. Organising work around a finished environment meant there was a need to avoid disrupting the university’s schedule, but also to keep everything as tidy and hassle-free as possible. The university needed a solution that wouldn’t cause disruption or delay to their move-in schedule. We had to act fast, slotting seamlessly around completed interiors and fitted furniture.
Our Solution
This is where our expertise and CEL-FI technology came into play. After a quick assessment, it was clear the Nextivity QUATRA 4000 system was the perfect fit. The QUATRA 4000 boosts mobile signals for all four major UK networks and, because of its clever design, we were able to install it quickly with hardly any disturbance to the university’s daily activities. Our team was able to deploy the system quickly and the entire process, from assessment to full deployment, was wrapped up and ready before the deadline.
The Results
The impact of installing a mobile signal booster is immediate. Once switched on, the QUATRA 4000 transformed the situation: reliable, strong mobile coverage throughout the building, regardless of network. Staff could communicate freely, students can now have dependable access to digital resources, and the university could open its new space confident that connectivity worries were firmly behind them.
Although everything was completed by the deadline, there were definitely things that could've been avoided. Our recommendation to you is that the most efficient, cost-effective time to address mobile signal is right at the beginning of your project, not at the very end. Thinking about mobile connectivity early on helps avoid delays and ensures a smoother installation process.
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