Global Nutrition Company Enhances DNS Management with Infoblox Solutions
Customer Company Size
Large Corporate
Country
- Worldwide
Product
- Infoblox DDI
- Infoblox Switch Port Manager
- Infoblox Grid
- Infoblox DNS Advisor
Tech Stack
- Infoblox Appliances
- Microsoft Active Directory
- Microsoft DNS and DHCP
Implementation Scale
- Enterprise-wide Deployment
Impact Metrics
- Productivity Improvements
- Digital Expertise
Technology Category
- Application Infrastructure & Middleware - API Integration & Management
- Networks & Connectivity - Network Management & Analysis Software
Applicable Industries
- Consumer Goods
Applicable Functions
- Business Operation
Services
- System Integration
About The Customer
The customer is a global company that provides weight-management and nutrition products and programs to consumers. With hundreds of centers in seven countries, the company offers a comprehensive health-management program that includes individual weight management, counseling, exercise, and healthy meals. These meals are distributed through its centers or shipped directly to clients. Technology plays a crucial role in the company's services, with offerings such as online tools and resources, personal consulting by phone, online menus, and a shopping website. The company is a major supplier of products for healthy lifestyles, emphasizing the importance of technology in delivering its services effectively.
The Challenge
In 2009, the company faced significant challenges with its internal DNS management, which was handled using Microsoft Active Directory and Microsoft DNS and DHCP. The DNS issues were causing frequent problems, taking up hours of staff time each week. A newly hired Linux and UNIX administrator identified DNS as the root cause of many business problems, noting that DNS issues had a cascading effect on the network. The company had seven separate Microsoft domains and no IP address management, leading to difficulties in identifying IP address assignments. The existing system lacked the tools to reconcile discrepancies, requiring more human effort than the company could afford. When a new CIO joined, the opportunity arose to make a change, and the administrator suggested repurposing Infoblox appliances for internal DNS management.
The Solution
The company implemented Infoblox DDI for internal DNS management, along with Infoblox Switch Port Manager for 500 devices. They also partnered with Accuvant for project management and services. The solution involved using an external DNS service controlled by the Infoblox Grid, and deploying four additional Infoblox 1410 appliances to handle DNS and DHCP services. The Active Directory servers were repurposed to act as caches, supporting dynamic DNS through integration with Infoblox. This setup allowed the company to eliminate DNS problems and streamline system software updates. The Infoblox DNS Advisor tool was instrumental in testing DNS configuration, consistency, and security, helping to set migration goals and assess results. The Infoblox Grid technology enabled automatic system-wide updates, providing a seamless update mechanism with zero downtime.
Operational Impact
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