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Outline the workplace’s information technology contracting procedures that are in
place.
The workplace’s IT contracting procedures that are now in place all follow the country’s and
state’s standards. These procedures also identify how often should there be reports on the
contract deliverables (milestones).
What are the responsibilities of the IT contractor for the workplace?
The IT contractor’s responsibilities are to supply and provide, by analysing regarding the
company’s standards, the most suitable software and hardware systems and the security
procedures in the workplace.
Outline the information security procedures in place at the workplace (include both
physical and electronic security procedures)
The security procedures in place at the workplace are, regarding physical procedures: for
servers and hardware assets, the conditions must be secured with appropriate access through
keypads and locks and ventilation should be optimal at all times. Portable hardware, such as
laptops, are responsibility of the employee. Electronic security procedures include the
backups of all data from the workplace and the frequent update of anti-virus, patches needed
and software updating. Authentication of each and every employee is needed to access data
from the workplace.
The client also wishes you to include your advice regarding their current network setup
and business structure. Specifically, the client wishes you to include a brief analysis of
which network structures are most suitable for their business / work structure. Briefly
explain the designs and list the limitations of each of the following types of networks
relating to the client’s business structure:
Local area network
A LAN is shared communications system that covers a limited local area. It is most suitable
for small/medium companies as it can cover a building or small group of buildings. Its
efficiency and transmission distance also depends on the type of cables used.
Wide area network
Large communication system that connects a large geographical area (cities, for example).
For companies, it centralises the IT structure that spreads from a head office, simplifying
server management and enhancing scalability, increases bandwidth and privacy. However,
setting up a WAN has really high costs and there are some security concerns such as
information theft.
Wireless network
Wireless networks connect computers and machines without any cables. That is way less
expensive as it does not require cable installation into buildings, etc. It is convenient and
maximises productivity and is cost efficient. However, it has disadvantages regarding
security, speed and reliability as it is subjects to many factors of interference.
Mobile Equipment
In this type of network, the last link is wireless. Its advantages are that mobile equipment uses
less power and this network provides a larger coverage area and amazing speed. However,
connectivity depends on certain regions. The mobile equipment also has to be compatible to
the mobile network (for example, 4G).
