From 793c09aa67a55560c42c5eeb73f530cf83f0ed53 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: medusa Date: Thu, 18 Jul 2024 15:53:32 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Add work/tbx/swanson.md --- work/tbx/swanson.md | 85 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 85 insertions(+) create mode 100644 work/tbx/swanson.md diff --git a/work/tbx/swanson.md b/work/tbx/swanson.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..f1fda4c --- /dev/null +++ b/work/tbx/swanson.md @@ -0,0 +1,85 @@ +Here's a detailed timeline for the managed takeover where MSP B takes over from MSP A, involving a complete rip and replace of the network with an OEM to OEM direct upgrade. This timeline is presented in Mermaid syntax for easy visualization in Markdown. + +### Project Timeline for Managed Network Services Takeover + +```markdown +# Managed Network Services Takeover Timeline + +Below is the project timeline for the transition from MSP A to MSP B, including a complete network upgrade. + +```mermaid +gantt + title Managed Network Services Takeover Timeline + dateFormat YYYY-MM-DD + axisFormat %m-%d + excludes weekends + + section Planning and Preparation + Define Project Scope :a1, 2024-08-01, 7d + Requirements Gathering :a2, after a1, 10d + Infrastructure Assessment :a3, after a2, 10d + Create Detailed Project Plan :a4, after a3, 7d + Stakeholder Approval :a5, after a4, 3d + + section Procurement and Setup + Order New Hardware :b1, 2024-09-01, 14d + Receive and Inventory Equipment :b2, after b1, 7d + License Procurement :b3, parallel with b2, 5d + + section Site Preparation + Site Surveys :c1, 2024-09-22, 10d + Pre-Installation Checks :c2, after c1, 5d + + section Network Deployment + Decommission Old Equipment :d1, 2024-10-10, 5d + Install New Hardware :d2, after d1, 14d + Initial Configuration and Testing :d3, parallel with d2, 10d + + section Network Cutover + Pilot Branch Migration :e1, 2024-10-30, 5d + Validate Pilot Branch :e2, after e1, 3d + Full Branch Migration :e3, after e2, 20d + Post-Migration Validation :e4, parallel with e3, 10d + + section Finalization and Handover + Training and Documentation :f1, 2024-11-30, 7d + Handover to Operations Team :f2, after f1, 5d + Project Close-Out :f3, after f2, 3d +``` +``` + +### Detailed Breakdown + +#### Planning and Preparation +- **Define Project Scope (2024-08-01 to 2024-08-07)**: Establish the project’s objectives, deliverables, and constraints. +- **Requirements Gathering (2024-08-08 to 2024-08-18)**: Identify all technical and business requirements for the new network. +- **Infrastructure Assessment (2024-08-19 to 2024-08-29)**: Assess the current network infrastructure to plan the rip and replace strategy. +- **Create Detailed Project Plan (2024-08-30 to 2024-09-05)**: Develop a comprehensive project plan, including timelines, resources, and risk management. +- **Stakeholder Approval (2024-09-06 to 2024-09-08)**: Obtain approval from all stakeholders to proceed with the project. + +#### Procurement and Setup +- **Order New Hardware (2024-09-01 to 2024-09-14)**: Place orders for all new networking equipment. +- **Receive and Inventory Equipment (2024-09-15 to 2024-09-21)**: Receive, inspect, and inventory all equipment. +- **License Procurement (2024-09-15 to 2024-09-19)**: Procure necessary licenses for the new hardware and software. + +#### Site Preparation +- **Site Surveys (2024-09-22 to 2024-10-02)**: Conduct site surveys to determine optimal hardware placement. +- **Pre-Installation Checks (2024-10-03 to 2024-10-07)**: Perform checks to ensure sites are ready for installation. + +#### Network Deployment +- **Decommission Old Equipment (2024-10-10 to 2024-10-14)**: Remove old network equipment. +- **Install New Hardware (2024-10-15 to 2024-10-28)**: Install the new networking hardware. +- **Initial Configuration and Testing (2024-10-15 to 2024-10-24)**: Configure and test the new network setup. + +#### Network Cutover +- **Pilot Branch Migration (2024-10-30 to 2024-11-03)**: Migrate a pilot branch to the new network to validate the process. +- **Validate Pilot Branch (2024-11-04 to 2024-11-06)**: Ensure the pilot branch is operating correctly. +- **Full Branch Migration (2024-11-07 to 2024-11-27)**: Migrate all remaining branches to the new network. +- **Post-Migration Validation (2024-11-07 to 2024-11-17)**: Validate the operation of all branches post-migration. + +#### Finalization and Handover +- **Training and Documentation (2024-11-30 to 2024-12-06)**: Provide training and documentation to the operations team. +- **Handover to Operations Team (2024-12-07 to 2024-12-11)**: Officially hand over the new network to the operations team. +- **Project Close-Out (2024-12-12 to 2024-12-14)**: Complete project close-out activities, including final documentation and lessons learned. + +This timeline outlines a structured approach to transitioning network management from one service provider to another, ensuring all critical phases are addressed for a smooth and efficient process. \ No newline at end of file