APOLLO AUTOMATIONJAMES WARREN · ENGINEERING & PROJECT LEADERSHIPCASE-111 · Engineering case
Transitioned engineering controls from shared IT infrastructure to a dedicated OT fiber backbone with staged physical installation, switch programming, IP migration, and live validation.
The project required more than fiber installation; it required comparing the existing managed network standard with new OT architecture, switch-stack uplinks, VLAN segmentation, IP migration, cable moves, and validation with limited remote IT support.
Methods and technical scope: distribution switches distribution switches, managed access switches managed access switches, dual SFP uplinks, LACP / Port-Channel planning, VLAN segmentation, IEEE 802.1Q tagging, inter-VLAN SVI validation, redundant star topology, lab programming, live IP migration, NEMA 4X stainless IDF enclosures, armored OM3 50/125 fiber, UPS-backed switches, and IT handoff testing.
Improved OT reliability, security, bandwidth, and migration control within the implemented portions of the phased network; remaining commissioning was recorded separately.
Workstream Portfolio Rollup
4,942,000 USD
OT Network and Controls Transformation
Recorded workstream portfolio reference. This is the workstream-level value and is not a project expenditure or a new total of reassigned projects.
| Measure | Value | Type & meaning | Attribution & operating context |
|---|---|---|---|
| East-West OT Backbone Data Rate | 10 Gbps | Equipment Rating Network architecture capacity | Applies to: Fiberoptic OT Network Phase 1 and Phase 2, Configuration and Cutover Execution 10 Gbps backbone |
| Installation Readiness Before Equipment Receipt | 80 % | Observation Readiness snapshot | Applies to: Fiberoptic OT Network Phase 1 and Phase 2, Configuration and Cutover Execution Before final equipment receipt — Installation readiness before equipment receipt |
Improved process-network security, latency, bandwidth, failover, and power-sag resilience within the implemented portions of the phased OT work; the associated execution record retains 20% future commissioning.
Used distribution switches distribution switches, managed access switches managed access switches, dual SFP uplinks, LACP / Port-Channel planning, VLAN segmentation, IEEE 802.1Q tagging, inter-VLAN SVI validation, redundant star topology, lab programming, live IP migration, NEMA 4X stainless IDF enclosures, armored OM3 50/125 fiber, UPS-backed switches, and IT handoff testing.
Improved OT network reliability and migration control, measured by Phase 1, Phase 2, 8 Phase 1 fiber enclosures, 5 additional Phase 2 network zones, 13 UPS units, 10 Gbps east-west backbone, by coordinating fiber installation, switch programming, IP migration, contractor qualification, and live validation.
Phase 1; Phase 2; 8 Phase 1 enclosures; 5 Phase 2 added zones; 13 UPS units; 10 Gbps backbone.
Food and Beverage Manufacturer
Owned the full project lifecycle, from capital planning through commissioning and post-startup support. Plant controls needed a network designed around industrial availability, segmentation and maintainability.
TSK-000314 · Action
Managed Engineering-Network Standard and OT VLAN Migration Basis
TSK-000315 · Method
Managed Engineering-Network Standard and OT VLAN Migration Basis
TSK-000316 · Action
OT Switch Configuration, Cutover and Troubleshooting
Recorded application
TSK-000317 · Method
OT Switch Configuration, Cutover and Troubleshooting
Recorded applicationTSK-000318 · Action
OT Device Labeling, Switch Naming, and Fiber Revision Cable Identification
TSK-000319 · Method
OT Device Labeling, Switch Naming, and Fiber Revision Cable Identification
TSK-000320 · Action
Fiberoptic OT Network Phase 1 and Phase 2 Execution
Recorded application
TSK-000321 · Method
Fiberoptic OT Network Phase 1 and Phase 2 Execution
Recorded applicationTSK-000322 · Technical context
Fiberoptic OT Network
TSK-000910 · Action
Fiberoptic OT Network
TSK-000911 · Action
Fiberoptic OT Network
TSK-000912 · Action
Fiberoptic OT Network
Scope or inventory quantity · Configuration scope
Applies to: Used AI-assisted comparison of field observations and managed-switch configuration to detect port-state and labeling discrepancies and prepare a staged configuration baseline
LAL-23 staged baseline — VLAN definitions — LAL-23 staged baseline
Action
Applies capabilities
ACTIVITIES IN CONTEXT
TSK-000312 · Action
Fiberoptic OT Network Phase 1 and Phase 2, Configuration and Cutover Execution
TSK-000313 · Method
Fiberoptic OT Network Phase 1 and Phase 2, Configuration and Cutover Execution
Full lifecycle project ownership
Owned the full project lifecycle: capital planning and prioritization, need definition, feasibility and scope development, engineering and AFE justification, procurement and vendor coordination, construction sequencing and field oversight, commissioning, turnover, and post-startup support. Connected operating requirements with technical scope, funding decisions, execution readiness, and the needs of operations and maintenance.
Project Team Contribution
Team Contribution
IT participated in lab/live transition validation and the controls-network cutover interface.
Supplier Participation
Vendor Contribution
Fiber/electrical contractors carried field-installation work within the phased implementation; procurement and equipment sources included equipment distributor, network equipment supplier, Insight and network equipment supplier.
Owned the full project lifecycle: capital planning and prioritization, need definition, feasibility and scope development, engineering and AFE justification, procurement and vendor coordination, construction sequencing and field oversight, commissioning, turnover, and post-startup support. Connected operating requirements with technical scope, funding decisions, execution readiness, and the needs of operations and maintenance.
Developed the fiber and managed-switch architecture, resilient power arrangements, configuration and rollback requirements, and cutover sequence. Network drawings, device labeling and validation connected the installation with operator and maintenance needs. The work included a 10 Gbps backbone and 13 UPS-backed resilience points.
