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DCiB provides sustainability and data solution for Oxford University’s GLAM division

Oxford University's Gardens, Libraries and Museums division (GLAM) holds over 21 million objects, specimens and printed items, constituting one of the largest and most significant collections in the world.

03/05/2022 12:43:16

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Faced with the challenges of increased data demand, the Museum of Natural History – one of the museums within
GLAM – wanted to upgrade its IT infrastructure to house core network switches, responsible for running the services. A major
rewiring project was undertaken to improve significantly the data connectivity for computers, phones and next-generation devices.

The wiring
presented a challenge in itself, as the historically significant listed building was not best designed to accommodate the space for
conventional hardware. This required ingenious methods to work with the fabric of the building.

Read the full article in the May issue of DPA

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.