Client Overview
A national manufacturing company with decades of excellence in advanced metal forging serves aerospace, civil aviation, military applications, chip manufacturers, and more vital industries. The company stands as an American institution, crucial to national and economic security.
“We felt right at home with IMPEX because of their track record working with government and heavy industries. The security applications they implemented protect our company and, consequently, the Homeland.”
— IT Security Supervisor
Business Challenge
With a growing number of devices and systems in use, the company was running out of IP addresses, causing operational bottlenecks. Additionally, they needed a more granular security approach to protect their production systems from internal and external threats. They also required improved network security to protect sensitive intellectual property and operations.
Solution Implemented
Impex Technologies deployed VMware NSX to enable the creation of virtual networks with expanded IP ranges. NSX abstracted network resources from physical hardware, solving the address shortage and simplifying scalability. NSX microsegmentation was implemented to isolate critical workloads into secure zones, minimizing lateral movement across the network. The distributed firewall provided dynamic security policies, enhancing real-time protection of sensitive systems.
Results Achieved
- Extended IP Capacity: Network virtualization resolved the IP address shortage, allowing scalable, flexible management.
- Enhanced Security: Microsegmentation and dynamic firewalls improved security by minimizing attack vectors and protecting critical systems.
- Operational Efficiency: Network management became simpler, allowing easier scaling without major infrastructure overhauls.
Conclusion
- By implementing VMware NSX, IMPEX not only resolved the client’s IP address shortage but also set the stage for future growth with a flexible and scalable network infrastructure. The microsegmentation capabilities provided robust security, ensuring that critical production systems were protected against potential internal and external threats. The solution also streamlined network management, reducing operational complexity and improving overall efficiency. This deployment empowered the company to support its growing operations, innovate more rapidly, and protect its valuable intellectual property and sensitive business data.
