You’d be surprised how often we get this one: “Our WiFi is just really slow.” That’s exactly what this client told us when we walked into their 60,000 sq. ft. warehouse.
The Problem: WiFi That Couldn’t Keep Up
The business had grown, and so had the warehouse activity. But their WiFi? Not so much. Workers were constantly getting disconnected, barcode scanners weren’t syncing reliably, and uploads crawled. Their team was clearly frustrated, and productivity was taking a hit.
After a quick audit, it was clear what went wrong – Google Nest WiFi was deployed throughout the warehouse. While Nest is a decent option for homes or small offices, it’s absolutely not designed for expansive industrial spaces with concrete walls, steel racks, and hundreds of connected devices. The network was struggling, the speed was poor, and coverage was spotty at best.
The Real Fix: Business-Class WiFi and Fiber Internet
Here’s what we proposed and implemented:
✅ Upgrade #1: Business-Grade Fiber Internet
First, we replaced their basic internet connection with fiber optic service, delivering significantly higher bandwidth and lower latency. We also set up a secondary internet line for failover, ensuring they stay connected even if the primary link goes down.
✅ Upgrade #2: Ubiquiti WiFi 7 Solution
Then came the real game-changer – Ubiquiti’s WiFi 7 system.
Why WiFi 7 and Why Ubiquiti?
WiFi 7 (also known as IEEE 802.11be) is the latest wireless standard that takes speed, stability, and multi-device performance to another level. It’s designed to support modern environments that require ultra-low latency, multi-gigabit speeds, and better handling of dozens or hundreds of simultaneous device connections.
Here’s what WiFi 7 brings to the table:
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Blazing Fast Speeds – Up to 46 Gbps theoretical maximum.
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Ultra-Low Latency – Perfect for real-time warehouse operations like VoIP, live inventory scanning, and cloud-based logistics software.
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Wider Channels & Multi-Link Operation – Better use of bandwidth and reliable performance, even in busy wireless environments.
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Advanced Interference Handling – Makes it ideal for industrial settings with lots of metal, equipment, and interference sources.
Why Ubiquiti? Because it gives us total control, scalability, and excellent hardware performance all without the crazy enterprise-level pricing. We used Ubiquiti’s UniFi series to create custom access point layouts throughout the warehouse, making sure there were no dead zones. We also configured secure guest and staff networks, traffic prioritization, and advanced access control.
The Result: Supercharged, Reliable WiFi
The difference was night and day. The client’s warehouse team now experiences:
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Consistent full-speed coverage across the entire 60,000 sq. ft.
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Zero downtime thanks to dual internet lines
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Faster data syncs, smoother video calls, and real-time access to cloud systems
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Reduced IT complaints and support tickets
Most importantly, their operations are now future-ready. Whether they expand the warehouse or add new cloud tools, their network can handle it.
Need Better WiFi for Your Business?
If your business is suffering from slow or unreliable WiFi especially in large spaces, it’s probably not just “bad luck.” It’s likely the wrong tech for your environment.
At ITBizTek, we build real solutions that scale with your needs. From Expert Managed IT Services to custom network infrastructure, we make technology work for your business, not against it!
