190. Idea: Industrial Networking Case Study - Lampe & Malphrus Lumber

So many industrial companies are struggling with their industrial network especially with the increased demand on data for process improvement. Ron Thompson shares the experience he had at Lampe & Malphrus Lumber Company as he led a massive overhaul of the complete network.  Their needs started to include areas such as video and the infrastructure that existed simply could not support the demands.We've all seen the "network closet" and Ron shares how that too was a reality when they started the journey.  He found value in focusing on a comprehensive assessment to get started and that laid the base for critical decisions they needed to make in the future.  He unpacks how hardware was evaluated and the overall network design considerations that made an impact.The beauty of Ron's story is how it clearly demonstrates what can be accomplished with the right mindset and process.  From small/midsize industrials to large corporations the outline that Ron adhered to will set you up for success.  We suggest that you grab a notepad and get ready for the wisdom and insight that Ron lays out as he details how they went from a network that wasn't reliable to one that is poised to support their business for years into the future.  Ron Thompson -  Controls and HMI development manager at Lampe & Malphrus Lumber CompanyIndustry War Story Submission: Send us a DM!FacebookInstagramHost: Chris GraingerExecutive Producer: Adam SheetsPodcast Editor: Andi Thrower