New Jersey Transit Deploys Robust Network Solution to Ensure Critical Uptime and Security

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NJ TRANSIT is a state-owned public transportation system whose mission is to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective transit service, supporting the State of New Jersey in addition to acting as a central link to areas of New York and Philadelphia. It is the third largest provider of bus, rail, and light rail transit in the country.


Challenges

  • Network connectivity for extensive transit authority
  • Support of 11 ,000 users and 270 sites
  • Ensure 24x7x365 business and network uptime
  • Bandwidth for IP multicast video and CCTV surveillance solution
  • Enable future, forward-thinking technology and business initiatives
"With 24/7 services, our extensive transportation system serves as the lifeblood of the state and there is no room for network downtime – even minutes of disruption would upend customer’s daily lives. That’s why we invested in Extreme’s solutions to increase uptime and network resiliency, giving our staff and communities peace of mind."
Bilal Khan
Chief Technology and Security Officer, NJ Transit

Extreme Solutions

  • Extreme Fabric Connect™
  • ExtremeSwitching™
  • Extreme Management Center™


Results

  • Purpose-built network solution to meet critical business/digital needs
  • Hyper segmented, secure network infrastructure to maintain operational uptime
  • Ability to add new services and devices during normal operating hours
  • Robust network solution to support and enable digital transformation efforts