Overview

Faced with aging infrastructure, frequent outages, and limited internal IT capacity, the Vermont Judiciary turned to Amplix to modernize its statewide network. Amplix delivered a fully upgraded, secure, and compliant SD-WAN environment with 25% cost savings and redundant connectivity across critical sites. Through expert project management and public-sector experience, Amplix helped the Judiciary achieve greater reliability, visibility, and long-term operational resilience.

The Challenge

The Vermont Judiciary (VT Judiciary) sought to modernize its network infrastructure, reduce costs, and ensure compliance with evolving software and security requirements. Their existing ELAN (Ethernet Local Area Network) was outdated, lacked redundancy, and suffered from frequent outages and connectivity issues. Managing these challenges was compounded by limited internal technical resources and insufficient visibility into network upgrades and provider options.

The Approach

To address these issues, the Vermont Judiciary required a solution that:

• Delivered significant modernization of their network infrastructure.
• Provided cost savings and a simplified billing structure.
• Enhanced network security and ensured compliance with software and industry standards.
• Included comprehensive project management for installations, upgrades, and site surveys.
• Consolidated vendor services while ensuring diverse, redundant connection paths.

The Solution

Amplix provided a holistic solution that transformed the Vermont Judiciary’s network infrastructure. Key outcomes included:

Modernization and Cost Savings

• Amplix facilitated a full upgrade of VT Judiciary’s circuits, ensuring they met modern performance and reliability standards.
• The project achieved a 25% reduction in overall costs, consolidating billing and optimizing provider agreements.

Network Security and Compliance

• Upgraded firewalls and transitioned VT Judiciary to an SD-WAN system, ensuring improved security and seamless connectivity across multiple locations.
• Implemented changes that ensured compliance with software licensing and regulatory requirements.

Comprehensive Project Management

• Provided end-to-end project oversight, including site surveys, installations, and service turnups.
• Managed coordination across providers like Comcast, Spectrum, and AT&T to ensure a smooth transition to redundant connectivity solutions.

Expert Advisory and Support

• Assisted in selecting and negotiating optimal providers for diverse and redundant network paths, including fiber, cable, and 5G connections.
• Supported stakeholders with insights into modern connectivity trends and solutions tailored to their technical needs.

The Outcome

The Vermont Judiciary successfully transitioned to a modernized, secure, and cost-efficient network infrastructure. With Amplix’s project management and technical expertise, they overcame challenges of outdated technology, redundancy, and limited internal resources. Amplix’s role in guiding VT Judiciary through provider selection, installations, and upgrades solidified its position as a strategic partner.