Large Government Agency: On-Premise DHCP for Cloud Migration
A large UK government agency needed to maintain on-premises DHCP while migrating other systems to the cloud in line with the government's cloud-first policy. Initially, it ran DHCP on wireless controllers, but this approach lacked visibility and raised security concerns—especially for an organization where security is paramount.
When evaluating alternatives, the agency received a quote of £200,000 for a market-leading enterprise DHCP solution, an eye-watering price for what should be a straightforward network service. Instead, they chose DNSBOX, which provided high availability, seamless IP management, and strong security at a one-tenth of the cost.
Large UK government agency
Government |
United Kingdom
Yet it wasn't just about cost. DNSBOX stood out for its simplicity, ease of deployment, and fit-for-purpose design. It offered high availability, strong security, and seamless IP management without the complexity or overhead of bloated enterprise alternatives.
To ensure reliability, the agency deployed redundant pairs of DNSBOX200 servers at each of its three locations. This setup delivered robust DHCP services with the performance and security required for a high-stakes environment.
DNSBOX met both technical and financial needs:
- Kept critical network services running smoothly while supporting their cloud migration
- Rapid deployment and simple setup ensured a fast, hassle-free transition
- Maintained momentum in their broader technology transformation by eliminating DHCP as a roadblock
