GKN Power Metallurgy

GKN Powder Metallurgy and NTS Italyhave been working together as partners within the company networksince 2012. Over time, the areas of wireless, collaboration and SD-WAN have also been included in this collaboration. For GKN Powder Metallurgy, a stable network infrastructure is essential to ensure a smooth production process, especially in 24-hour shift operation.

As a global company, GKN Powder Metallurgy solves demanding challenges for the automotive sector and industrial markets with leading powder metal technology and sustainable and innovative processes. The company employs more than 5,000 people at over 27 locations worldwide and offers high-precision structural components for a wide range of applications, advanced additive manufacturing processes and electrification solutions through its three business units GKN Hoeganaes, GKN Sinter Metals and GKN Additive Powder Materials. GKN Powder Metallurgy is part of Dowlais Group plc.

Seamless integration and increased efficiency thanks to Cisco technologies

In a world where business connectivity is more critical than ever, GKN Powder Metallurgy has successfully transitioned to an innovative and robust IT infrastructure together with IT service provider NTS. The key to success? The complete integration of Cisco components into the corporate network.

Cisco’s proven expertise forms the basis of the entire company network. By using Cisco SD-WAN technology, the entire WAN functions more efficiently than ever before. This advanced technology has not only revolutionized network management processes, but has also significantly improved the company’s flexibility and responsiveness.

Another integral part of GKNPM’s success story is the flawless functionality of the WLAN, LAN and security components. These essential elements form the backbone of corporate communication and ensure not only smooth but also secure data transmission. To ensure that the metal powder manufacturer always operates at peak performance, it relies on the OC-24 service from NTS. This central element not only supports the company network, but also the SD-WAN infrastructure. The major advantage here is a hybrid support model that enables close cooperation between the IT experts at GKNPM and NTS. This partnership-based cooperation makes it possible to access comprehensive expertise and ensure rapid problem resolution. The engineers working hand-in-hand not only ensures the continuity of all business processes, but also makes it possible to respond proactively to new challenges and opportunities.

GKN Powder Metallurgy is ready for the future – thanks to a robust IT infrastructure based on proven technologies and a collaborative partnership with NTS.