Disaster Strikes AT&T, FTI Helps

When AT&T decided to update its nationwide Network Control Centers network (NCCs) it evaluated several candidates before selecting FTI for the contract. “I had worked with the key personnel at FTI before,” said Tuffy Morgan, the NCCs project manager, “and always found them to be exceptionally perseverant, quality-conscious and service-oriented.”  Within four months, the FTI staff replaced AT&T’s legacy network with 16 Sun Microsystems mid-range file servers, six high-end enterprise servers and more than 2,200 entry level workstations. The new configuration reduced desk-top-to-server ratio from 125:1 to 1,000:1 without decreasing network performance.

AT&T saved money not only on the purchase price but also on continuing maintenance and support costs, according to Morgan. “FTI’s flawless handling of this massive undertaking in just a short four-month period was beyond AT&T’s expectations.” Delighted with FTI’s execution of this project, AT&T executives presented the company with a special award for outstanding performance. The installed network provides smooth, stable service for AT&T customers across the United States.

Even if your IT issues aren’t as crucial as AT&T’s, you can still enjoy the benefits of doing business with Greenville, S.C.-based FTI. As an Enterprise Elite certified reseller, FTI is certified at the highest level for Sun Microsystems Enterprise server and storage solutions.

Consulting, contingency planning and disaster recovery services are available, as is expert networking and telecommunications assistance. In addition, FTI’s unique management process, Time Guaranteed Technology Refresh (TGTR), helps you compete in the e-commerce and Internet-driven economy.

By transferring the burden of technology refresh to FTI, you reduce costs and increase your business’ efficiency. TGTR provides you with project planning, network diagramming, hardware and software integration, installation, asset tagging and tracking, legacy equipment disposal and many other life-cycle services. Plus, you can maintain a consistent IT budget through TGTR’s optional leasing program.