Build a Secure, High-Performing Network Foundation

Your network is the foundation of your business. Onward designs and supports secure, high-performing infrastructure that keeps your team connected, your data protected, and your business moving forward.
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      Network Infrastructure Design Services – Overview & Service Inclusions:

      A reliable and secure network is essential for productivity, collaboration, and growth. Whether you’re expanding your office footprint, moving to the cloud, or upgrading outdated hardware, Onward Technologies ensures your network is built with scalability, performance, and cybersecurity in mind.

      Our team of network engineers designs environments that support your users, applications, and data — no matter where your business operates. From physical cabling and switches to secure wireless and cloud connectivity, we make sure your network is optimized from the ground up. What’s Included:

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      Network Assessments & Planning

      We begin by evaluating your existing infrastructure — identifying bottlenecks, performance issues, and security vulnerabilities to create a roadmap for improvement.

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      Infrastructure Design & Sizing

      We right-size your network for today’s needs while planning for tomorrow’s growth. Our experts design network architectures that balance performance, cost, and scalability across wired, wireless, and hybrid environments.
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      Secure Network Architecture

      Security is built into every layer. We design zero-trust network frameworks, segment internal traffic, and configure next-generation firewalls and VPNs to keep your business protected against evolving cyber threats.
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      Implementation & Configuration

      From routers and switches to Wi-Fi access points and firewalls, we handle installation, configuration, and testing to ensure everything runs efficiently and securely.
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      Ongoing Monitoring & Optimization

      Your network doesn’t stop evolving — neither do we. Onward provides proactive monitoring and optimization to maintain uptime, performance, and resilience.

      Note: These are core service areas — we are not limited to these offerings and can design customized network solutions to meet your business’s exact requirements.

      Benefits for Clients:

      – Improved Performance:
      Reduce downtime and latency with a properly designed, high-performing network.

      – Scalable Infrastructure:
      Build a foundation that grows with your business and adapts to new technologies.

      – Enhanced Security:
      Protect your users and data with secure configurations, segmentation, and encryption.

      – Better User Experience:
      Ensure fast, reliable access to cloud apps, file shares, and communication tools.

      – Future-Ready Design:
      Support hybrid work, cloud migrations, and new integrations with confidence.

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      Why Onward:

      Our network engineers have decades of experience building reliable, secure infrastructures for small and mid-sized organizations across Chicago and the Midwest. We take a holistic approach — designing with security, performance, and long-term manageability in mind.

      Whether you’re designing a new office network, refreshing old equipment, or connecting cloud environments, Onward ensures your infrastructure is built to perform and designed to last.

      Network Infrastructure Design Services – Frequently Asked Questions

      Do you support both wired and wireless networks?
      Yes — we design and manage both to meet business needs.
      Can you upgrade our existing network?
      Absolutely — we evaluate current infrastructure and recommend modern solutions.
      Can you design networks for multi-location businesses?
      Absolutely. We design and implement secure WAN, SD-WAN, and VPN solutions that connect distributed offices seamlessly.
      How do you ensure network security?
      Security is part of every design. We incorporate segmentation, next-gen firewalls, intrusion detection, and zero-trust principles.

      Infrastructure Built for Today — and Tomorrow

      Let’s design a secure, high-performance network that supports your business goals.

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