More resilient network connectivity in a hospital environment
An anonymised project profile covering the use of multiple existing paths with Multipath TCP (MPTCP) and an operational handover.
Anonymised project profile · client confidential
Context
The project took place in a hospital environment with demanding requirements for stable network connectivity, understandable operational processes and dependable communication. The client, location, providers and specific architecture remain confidential.
Initial situation and objective
Brief connection interruptions repeatedly occurred during daily operations. Individually, they were difficult to isolate; together, they affected applications, workflows and users’ experience.
The aim was to reduce dependence on individual links and providers while making better use of the existing infrastructure. Within the defined project scope, this required neither new hardware nor additional licensing models.
Role and approach
IT-NERDS assessed the existing environment, analysed recurring interruption patterns and reviewed the network and operational structure. Existing connections and Linux-based systems were then combined using high-availability mechanisms and Multipath TCP (MPTCP), so that a brief disruption on one path had less immediate impact on users.
A separate, clearly segmented network for staff members’ personal devices was included without unnecessarily opening internal systems. The operations team received a briefing on how the solution works, its operational logic and basic fault analysis.
Technologies
- Linux-based systems
- Multipath TCP (MPTCP)
- high-availability mechanisms
- network segmentation
- existing network components and connections
- open standards
Outcome and deliverables
The existing paths could be used more resiliently, reducing dependence on any single path. Deliverables included a technical assessment, reproducible configuration, operational documentation, recommendations for continued operation and the team briefing.
No availability figures or formal assurance are claimed in this profile.