Network Analysis, Architecture and Design, Second Edition (The Morgan Kaufmann Series in Networking)

11.9 Where to Go from Here

In this book, we have discussed the processes for analyzing, architecting, and designing networks. Although this book provides a comprehensive view of developing network architectures and designs, there are still many areas of work left to do after the network design is completed, including:

• Evaluating vendors of network devices and services (This includes developing the request for information [RFI], request for purchase [RFP], and request for quote [RFQ].)

• Procuring network devices and services

• Planning the deployment (including staging) of the network project

• Testing the network at various stages of deployment, to ensure that project goals are being met

• Documenting the results of the project

It is my sincere hope that you have found this book useful. Good luck with your network projects!