CUSTOMER SUCCESS STORY
Tucker Rocky Builds a Resilient, Scalable Network with Cisco Meraki
Viyu helped Tucker Rocky modernize its nationwide distribution network with Cisco Meraki SD-WAN, firewalls, switching, and wireless — improving availability, visibility, coverage, and manageability across locations.
Cisco Meraki | SD-WAN | Network Modernization
THE KEY RESULT
Triple Redundancy Across a Nationwide Distribution Network
Viyu replaced Tucker Rocky’s MPLS-based design with a Cisco Meraki SD-WAN environment featuring dual Internet connections and 4G failover — creating triple redundancy for greater network resilience.
01 — The Challenge
Tucker Rocky’s network plays a critical role in supporting dealer partners and distribution operations across the country.
Following rapid business growth, the company needed to invest in network infrastructure capable of supporting continued expansion.
Three priorities stood out.
Greater Network Resilience
ISP outages could interfere with order fulfillment at affected warehouses, making a reliable automated failover strategy essential.
Complete Wireless Coverage
Tucker Rocky needed dependable wireless connectivity across more than one million square feet of warehouse space supporting real-time order fulfillment processes.
Better Visibility & Manageability
The IT team wanted centralized network management that would allow them to quickly identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues across geographically distributed locations.
02 — The Viyu Solution
Viyu designed a cloud-managed Cisco Meraki architecture using SD-WAN, Auto-VPN, switching, and wireless technology.
Cisco Meraki SD-WAN
Viyu redesigned the network to replace MPLS and leverage dual Internet connections and 4G failover for triple redundancy.
Meraki MX Firewalls
MX Firewalls provided Auto-VPN for secure, seamless site-to-site connectivity.
Meraki MS Switching
Cloud-managed switches improved network performance, visibility, remote troubleshooting, and provisioning across distribution locations.
Meraki MR Wireless
Outdoor access points provided wireless coverage and visibility across Tucker Rocky’s warehouse environment.
Layer-7 analytics allow the IT team to identify configuration and QoS issues and troubleshoot wireless signal problems remotely.
Deployment & Logistics
Viyu helped Tucker Rocky develop the business case for the project, preconfigured the solution, set up the network at the Fort Worth headquarters, and coordinated equipment logistics for distribution facilities.
03 — The Results
Fewer Network Outages
Tucker Rocky gained a stable, highly available network designed around multiple layers of connectivity.
Improved Warehouse Productivity
More reliable connectivity helps support the real-time processes employees depend on for order fulfillment.
Better Wireless Coverage
Wireless coverage improved significantly throughout warehouse areas.
Remote Troubleshooting
IT staff can identify and address network issues across locations without always needing to be onsite.
Centralized Network Visibility
A cloud-managed dashboard provides a consistent view of the network across the organization.
Better Dealer Experiences
Improved connectivity supports dealer events and allows Tucker Rocky to provide secure guest Wi-Fi.
Ready for Continued Growth
The new infrastructure gives Tucker Rocky greater confidence that its network can support continued business expansion.
Solutions Used
Cisco Meraki →
Cloud-managed networking providing centralized visibility, management, and troubleshooting.
SD-WAN →
Increase network resilience and reduce reliance on traditional MPLS connectivity.
Network Modernization →
Build a scalable infrastructure foundation capable of supporting multi-site business operations.
Professional Services →
Design, preconfigure, deploy, and coordinate complex network implementations across multiple locations.
“The triple redundancy provided a strong business case. Many core issues were immediately identified and rectified after the Meraki solution was implemented.”
Troy Rochat
VP of IT and Process Excellence, Tucker Rocky