This case study showcases O’Keefe Construction and the IT challenges that CHS Networks helped them overcome. The O’Keefe Group was founded in 1970 as a small groundworks company and has grown into an integrated engineering business recognised as an expert in its field. They are a leading civil engineering company providing a range of construction services to public, private, and residential clients. O’Keefe Construction is committed to delivering the highest levels of professionalism, responsive service, and quality workmanship.
Setting up construction site offices can be particularly challenging. O’Keefe Construction required IT support that could leverage expertise in network installations, often involving creating Local Area Cabled networks in “Porta Cabin villages” or establishing Wireless bridges across sites. They also needed innovative communication solutions using mobile 3G/4G and 5G internet connectivity, and even satellite internet in especially challenging locations. Additionally, they needed a hosted telephone solution to integrate seamlessly between offices and site users.
CHS Networks has partnered with O’Keefe Construction since the early inception of CHS Networks, supporting their growth into one of the most prominent Civil engineering companies in London and the South East. CHS initially served as the IT function for O’Keefe Construction and has since been retained to work alongside their in-house IT staff, primarily providing helpdesk services, support, and assisting with localised IT and communications setup for site offices.
Our team has worked with O’Keefe’s team on numerous high-profile sites, including The Olympic Park in Stratford, Cross Rail, and the Battersea Power Station project. They are also experienced in less high-profile sites, with engineers working in challenging, muddy environments. CHS Networks supplied O’Keefe Construction with a GAMMA Horizon hosted telephone solution. This replaced their aging system and provided seamless integration between offices and site users. As O’Keefe Construction’s chosen Microsoft Partner, CHS Networks manages their Microsoft 365 and hosted services portfolio. This portfolio includes everything from basic 365 email accounts to Hosted SQL and Azure.
A word from Simon Newbold, IT Manager O’Keefe
“Working in sometimes demanding and challenging locations and environments, the Team at CHS have always delivered setting up our site IT and communications enabling our staff to work without Technology Distractions.”
In the dynamic construction industry, O’Keefe Construction requires reliable and adaptable IT solutions to keep projects on track. CHS Networks provides proactive IT support that helps them stay ahead, ensuring efficient communication and smooth operations across diverse and challenging construction environments. With expert solutions and dependable service, CHS Networks helps O’Keefe Construction deliver outstanding results to their clients.
Established in 1970, O’Keefe Construction is a leading name in civil engineering, proudly celebrating over 50 years of excellence. As part of the O’Keefe Group, they provide a wide range of construction services to public, private, and residential clients.
Renowned for their professionalism, quality workmanship, and innovative solutions, O’Keefe Construction is committed to sustainability and continuous improvement, ensuring every project meets the highest standards.
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