Case Study

Next-Gen Global Networking

Viasat logo

Enabling global satellite and communications enterprises on a mission to connect the world-making the internet accessible to everyone, anywhere on land, in the air, or at sea. We advance satellite, wireless, cloud, and security technologies that empower organizations to securely transmit terabytes of data in real time from space.

Vision

Due to the depletion of IPv4 addresses and the increasing demand for internet connectivity, the company has decided to implement IPv6 dual stack to ensure smooth and uninterrupted communication for its customers.

The challenge

When the three IT companies, Outforce, MindZet and it-Craft, joined forces, it created the need for a new and unifying corporate identity. The new CVI should reflect the power of a national IT supplier - without compromising on the ability to stay present with local clients.

The solution

‘Presence’ is the focal point in a visual identity where neon green diodes in the typography are constantly drawn together across key messaging to support the brand promise: ‘IT with presence’. The sense of togetherness and unity is further stressed in the new brand name ‘Unit IT’ with a subtle reference to the word ‘United’. The work was awarded a Red Dot Design Award in the category ‘Corporate Design & Identity’.

What we did

Centralized Network Architecture

Centralized Network Architecture

Implemented a controller-based network architecture to manage and control traffic flow between IPv4 and IPv6 networks.

OpenDaylight Controller Integration

OpenDaylight Controller Integration

Utilized the OpenDaylight controller, an open-source network controller with comprehensive support for IPv6 dual stack.

IPv4 and IPv6 Protocol Translation

IPv4 and IPv6 Protocol Translation

Developed software components to enable communication and dynamic protocol translation between IPv4 and IPv6 networks.

Custom Network Driver

Custom Network Driver

Created a custom network driver for the ODL controller to manage network interfaces on routers and switches.

Interactive digital experience

Key Features

IPv6 Dual Stack Enablement

Enabled seamless coexistence of IPv4 and IPv6 networks to support uninterrupted communication across existing infrastructure.

OpenDaylight-Based Control

Integrated OpenDaylight as the centralized network controller to manage traffic flow, routing behavior, and network interfaces.

Dynamic Protocol Translation

Built software components to support communication and translation between IPv4 and IPv6 environments.

Automation-Driven Network Operations

Used automation and custom network drivers to simplify configuration, improve control, and support scalable network operations.

The
Impact

1

IPv6 Dual Stack

IPv6 dual stack started working seamlessly with the company’s existing network infrastructure.

2

Larger Address Space

IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses, providing around 340 undecillion unique addresses and effectively eliminating address exhaustion.

3

Improved Security

IPv6 mandates IPsec support, offering built-in encryption and authentication for secure data transmission.

4

Enhanced Mobility

IPv6 supports Mobile IPv6, enabling seamless device mobility without address changes for mobile networks and IoT devices.

5

Future-Ready Network

The solution created a scalable, secure, and mobility-ready foundation for modern network growth.

Testimonials

Pawan Uberoy

Customer Stories

ViaSat Inc

Pawan Uberoy

VP Engineering, ViaSat Inc, United States.

"I have worked with Data Template and Anil for over several years and across several companies. Data template is very versatile and honest. We worked together on products ranging from 5G embedded controllers to Satellite communications and SAAS. They have all around skills to work on everything from mobile apps to complex embedded real-time software. The management is very open and friendly taking feedback very seriously."

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