Burlington, Mass. – June 16, 2009 – Bluesocket, Inc., (www.bluesocket.com), the leader in
trusted wireless access and enterprise mobility, today announced that DeVry University,
one of the largest degree-granting higher education systems in North America with more than 90 locations, has expanded
its network with Bluesocket’s high-performance BlueSecureTM
Controllers and 802.11n 1800 series Access Points.
The BlueSecureTM Controller
Family offers a range of platforms to accommodate demands across large and
small campuses. This, coupled with
Bluesocket’s award-winning 802.11n access points and BlueProtectTM Client
Scanning solution, creates the secure, high performing architecture required by
DeVry to provide network access to students, faculty and site visitors with
improved service and operating efficiency.
Bluesocket’s
WLAN product portfolio outperformed key competitors during a thorough
evaluation making it the clear choice for DeVry’s IT team.
“We tested
hardware and evaluated software and service from three industry leaders. Bluesocket had the most complete solution–
both technically and architecturally. They have a flexible architecture with
multiple options to set up our network,” said Jim Vignali, central group IT
director at DeVry
University. “We expect Bluesocket to be a great solution for our network users as we
leverage laptops inside the classroom and in team projects outside the
classroom.”
At DeVry, supporting students and faculty
in their adoption of mobile computing while maintaining a secure and
high-performing infrastructure is a high priority. Students arrive on the campuses with personal
laptops running on a variety of operating systems, and Internet-ready cell
phones. They need fast, reliable access
to the university’s network. At the same
time, the faculty relies on the wireless infrastructure to update and
disseminate curricula and upload multiple file types to DeVry’s online course
environment.
The
Bluesocket solution interfaces directly with DeVry’s Active Directory
environment. For Vignali, this
streamlined network integration saves administrative time. Looking ahead, the cost savings of wireless
and easy implementation across the network positions DeVry to stay ahead of
capacity demands and introduce new services quickly and cost effectively.
“We’re
pleased to be able to standardize the product throughout our network. Bluesocket is an excellent product, service
and support solution. They have proven
to be more than just a supplier; they are a true partner, fully integrated into
the university’s infrastructure,” says
Eric Dirst, chief information officer at DeVry Inc. “Our relationship came full circle when we
discovered the senior Bluesocket engineer leading our implementation is a DeVry
graduate. We look forward to continuing
to grow the partnership.”
Bluesocket’s BlueViewTM Management System gives DeVry a simplified WLAN management
with centralized configuration and maintenance, policy-management, and
monitoring capabilities for the BlueSecureTM Controllers and Access Points located across multiple
locations. As part of the total
solution, the DeVry implementation includes a range of BlueSecureTM
products including 75 BlueSecureTM Controllers with 900 Access
Points. For an additional layer of
network security, DeVry added BlueProtectTM Client Scanning licenses
for each Controller to monitor peer-to-peer applications and appropriate
security software. This robust NAC
solution is integrated into all BlueSecureTM Controllers and can be
activated using a cost-effective license.
“The
Bluesocket solution from a technical perspective was a great match for DeVry
and supported their need for low total operating costs and ease of use.
At the same time, I think the strong relationship that we established in the
sales process reflects our mutual commitment to form a lasting
partnership. Understanding early on in the process that this was an
important consideration in selecting their wireless networking provider helped
us win their trust and business. They have recently decided to migrate to
802.11n and are also leveraging our BlueProtect NAC solution to provide an
enhanced level of end point security against malware and viruses,” says Mads
Lillelund, chief executive officer at Bluesocket.
About DeVry University
As one of
the largest degree-granting higher education systems in North America, DeVry University
provides high-quality, career-oriented associate, bachelor's and master's degree
programs in technology, science, business and the arts. Nearly 70,000 students
are enrolled at its 93 locations in 26 states and Canada,
as well as through DeVry
University's online
delivery. DeVry University is accredited by The Higher
Learning Commission of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org. DeVry
University, a division of DeVry Inc.
(NYSE: DV), is based in Oakbrook
Terrace, Ill. For
more information about DeVry
University, visit www.devry.edu.
About Bluesocket
Founded in 1999, Bluesocket is a leader in open, standards
based enterprise mobility solutions. Its industry-leading wireless LAN products deliver secure mobility to thousands
of customers across the education, enterprise, government, healthcare and
hospitality markets. Bluesocket’s complete wireless network solution portfolio
brings trust and simplicity to increasingly complex wireless networks
maximizing customer ROI and increasing their competitive edge. For more
information, please visit http://www.bluesocket.com.
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