Yuba Water Agency's legacy communications network needed to be modernized to support critical utility operations and next-generation digital transformation initiatives. Ceragon replaced the agency's aging infrastructure with a high-capacity, low-latency wireless transport network, enabling secure, reliable communications backed by dedicated customer support.
Yuba County, located just north of Sacramento, California, is one of the most biodiverse counties in the contiguous United States and is home to a great deal of agricultural business. Yuba Water Agency (Yuba Water) is a stand-alone public agency responsible for flood risk reduction, water supply reliability, hydroelectric power generation, and other vital services. Established in 1959 and recognized as an industry leader, Yuba Water has operated in a professional, progressive, and responsible manner to tackle the complex challenges of water resource management with sound science and information.
THE CHALLENGES
Modernize utility communications | Increase network capacity and reliability | Deliver enhanced customer support and service | Improve operational efficiency
Yuba Water required an advanced communications network to provide reliable personnel communication, video surveillance, and digital transformation applications such as automation, analytics, and a smart sensor system. Yuba Water officials always have their eyes on the future and look to implement innovative technology to support their personnel and facilities, while improving operational efficiency.
The agency also faced growing challenges including water shortages, cybersecurity threats, fires, and increasing customer demand and service expectations. Moreover, its existing network was becoming obsolete and needed to be upgraded to support the next-generation applications being adopted.
Yuba Water needed a system that would provide high capacity, low latency, and seamless upgrades. Most importantly, it had to be backed by a responsive, professional, and expert customer support team.
THE SOLUTION
High-capacity, low-latency wireless backbone | Expert professional services | Dedicated customer service team
Working with Ceragon to handle the hardware and installation of one initial link, Yuba Water was quickly impressed with the product performance upgrade as well as Ceragon’s levels of attention and focus on customer service. As a result, Yuba Water decided to move forward by replacing the entire legacy network with Ceragon high-capacity, low-latency wireless transport products and end-to-end planning and deployment services.
The Ceragon team took accountability for the network, ensuring that performance met or exceeded expectations, and that Yuba Water received a robust and secure network infrastructure. With a dedicated customer service team, Ceragon is committed to building a long-term relationship with the Yuba Water family.
THE RESULTS
Improved utility operations and efficiency | Future-proof network | Accelerated digital transformation | End-to-end secure communications
Yuba Water has taken the initiative to incorporate new technologies into its operations, equip its employees with next-generation applications, and utilize advanced innovation today… rather than wait for issues to arise tomorrow.
The agency looked to Ceragon to help it connect video surveillance sites, add connectivity to its local marina, and help implement a sensor and automation system for its dams, hydroelectric generation, and other assets. Ceragon has reinforced Yuba Water’s technology innovation goals to support its continued excellence in water management for the County and beyond. Yuba Water has entrusted Ceragon to take a leading role in building a resilient network for its current and future connectivity needs.
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