{"id":15265,"date":"2025-03-27T19:53:57","date_gmt":"2025-03-27T23:53:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ptp.cloud\/?p=15265"},"modified":"2025-08-12T03:20:35","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T07:20:35","slug":"precision-oncology-scalable-it-solutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ptp.cloud\/precision-oncology-scalable-it-solutions\/","title":{"rendered":"How PTP Enabled Scalable IT Infrastructure for a Precision Oncology Leader"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#3e489d” background_image=”https:\/\/ptp.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Square-Pattern-Hero-Background.png” custom_padding=”5px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”40px||40px||true|false” custom_padding_phone=”40px||40px||true|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”85%” max_width=”1380px” custom_padding=”63px||1px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ module_class=”col-vert-cent” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”How PTP Enabled Scalable IT Infrastructure for a Precision Oncology Leader” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”–et_global_heading_font|700|||||||” title_text_color=”#ffffff” title_font_size=”3.5rem” title_line_height=”1.2em” max_width_tablet=”620px” max_width_phone=”620px” max_width_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ module_class=”col-vert-cent” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ptp.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/PTP-Hero-Section-Goat-Illustration-min.png” alt=”Illustration of Goat working on servers leading data to the cloud and to a proved treatment” title_text=”PTP Hero Section Goat Illustration” align=”center” disabled_on=”on|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” max_width_tablet=”75%” max_width_phone=”75%” max_width_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_padding=”25px||25px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”85%” max_width=”1380px” custom_margin=”|auto|29px|auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ module_class=”col-vert-cent” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”–et_global_heading_font|300|||||||” text_text_color=”#ffffff” text_font_size=”1.5rem” text_line_height=”2.1rem” max_width_tablet=”620px” max_width_phone=”620px” max_width_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, this 266-person biotechnology company is at the forefront of precision oncology, leveraging CRISPR-based functional genomics and deep DNA sequencing to develop groundbreaking therapies. As research and operations expanded, they needed a strategic IT partner to support their evolving technology landscape.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”32px||1px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”85%” max_width=”1380px” custom_padding=”8px||1px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”–et_global_heading_font||||||||” text_text_color=”gcid-secondary-color” text_font_size=”28px” text_line_height=”2rem” custom_margin=”45px||||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”28px” text_font_size_phone=”24px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-secondary-color%22:%91%22text_text_color%22%93}”]\n

The Challenge<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”85%” max_width=”1380px” custom_padding=”2px||63px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ module_class=”col-vert-cent” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”–et_global_heading_font|300|||||||” text_text_color=”gcid-secondary-color” text_font_size=”28px” text_line_height=”2.3rem” custom_margin=”||7px|||” custom_padding=”||15px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”28px” text_font_size_phone=”24px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-secondary-color%22:%91%22text_text_color%22,%22text_text_color%22,%22text_text_color%22%93}”]\n

When the company\u2019s new IT Manager joined, they faced a lack of documentation and visibility into past infrastructure decisions. They required an experienced IT partner to assess the current environment, provide critical documentation, and develop a strategy for optimization and scalability.<\/span><\/p>\n

What began as an infrastructure assessment evolved into a long-term partnership, addressing key challenges:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”–et_global_heading_font|300|||||||” text_text_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.66)” text_font_size=”28px” text_line_height=”2.3rem” custom_padding=”34px|25px|34px|25px|true|true” text_font_size_tablet=”28px” text_font_size_phone=”24px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_radii=”on|2px|2px|2px|2px” border_width_all=”1px” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

\u2022\u00a0 Establishing full visibility into IT infrastructure for informed decision-making.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 Optimizing performance, security, and scalability.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 Supporting a major office relocation with seamless IT deployment.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 Providing ongoing IT operations and support to maintain system reliability.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 Expanding IT infrastructure to align with business growth.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” next_background_color=”#ffffff” admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#3e489d” background_image=”https:\/\/ptp.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Square-Pattern-Hero-Background.png” custom_padding=”||52px||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”40px||40px||true|false” custom_padding_phone=”40px||40px||true|false” bottom_divider_style=”arrow” bottom_divider_height=”83px” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”85%” max_width=”1380px” custom_padding=”||99px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ module_class=”col-vert-cent” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”–et_global_heading_font||||||||” text_text_color=”gcid-secondary-color” text_font_size=”28px” text_line_height=”2rem” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||16px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”28px” text_font_size_phone=”24px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-secondary-color%22:%91%22text_text_color%22%93}”]\n

The Solution<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<\/h2>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”–et_global_heading_font|300|||||||” text_text_color=”#ffffff” text_font_size=”28px” text_line_height=”2.3rem” custom_margin=”||0px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”28px” text_font_size_phone=”24px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

Comprehensive IT Assessment & Strategic Roadmap<\/strong><\/span>
Our initial engagement focused on a detailed IT assessment, documenting their environment and delivering strategic recommendations to enhance performance, security, and scalability.<\/span><\/p>\n

Seamless Office Relocation & Infrastructure Deployment<\/strong><\/span>
When the company relocated from Cambridge to Boston, they entrusted us with the full design and implementation of their IT infrastructure, ensuring a smooth transition:<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 <\/strong>High-Performance Networking
Deployed Cisco<\/a> & Arista<\/a> switches for a resilient, high-speed backbone.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 Enterprise-Grade Security
Implemented Palo Alto<\/a> firewalls to protect sensitive research data.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 Scalable Server Infrastructure
Designed and deployed a Dell<\/a> VRTX chassis with M640 servers for operational efficiency.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 End-User Workspace Setup
Configured workstations with monitors, peripherals, and proper cable management.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 Reliable Wireless Connectivity
<\/strong>Installed Meraki<\/a> wireless to support lab operations and a growing workforce.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ongoing IT Operations & Support<\/strong><\/span>
Beyond infrastructure, we provide ongoing IT support, ensuring a secure, reliable, and optimized technology environment:<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0<\/strong> Identity & Access Management
Transitioned from Okta<\/a> to a hybrid Active Directory (AD) and Azure AD<\/a> model.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 Proactive Network & Facilities Monitoring
Continuous tracking of network devices and UPS infrastructure to prevent downtime.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 System & Security Maintenance
Regular server patching to uphold security and operational integrity.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 Advanced Engineering Support
Level 3 engineering administration across networking, systems, and cloud environments.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 End-User Support
L1\/L2 help desk services for quick issue resolution.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 Scalable IT Staffing
<\/strong>On-site supplemental IT support, from temporary augmentation to long-term staffing solutions.<\/span><\/p>\n

Supporting Growth with Scalable IT Infrastructure<\/strong><\/span>
As the company expands, we ensure its IT infrastructure scales seamlessly. Current projects include:<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 <\/strong>Expanding Wireless Coverage
Extending Meraki wireless for reliable connectivity across new office spaces.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 Building Out a New IDF
Deploying additional networking equipment to meet increased connectivity demands.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 Optimizing Power & Cooling
Providing recommendations to enhance IDF performance and efficiency.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 End-User Setup
<\/strong>Outfitting new workspaces with essential technology and peripherals.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”32px||1px|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”85%” max_width=”1380px” custom_margin=”36px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”2px||42px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”–et_global_heading_font|300|||||||” text_text_color=”#474747″ text_font_size=”27px” text_line_height=”2rem” custom_margin=”||3px|||” custom_padding=”||25px|||” text_font_size_tablet=”28px” text_font_size_phone=”24px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

The Outcome<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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By taking a proactive, high-touch approach, PTP has become an integral extension of their IT team, allowing them to focus on advancing precision oncology without technological barriers. Our expertise in supporting fast-growing biotech firms ensures that their IT infrastructure evolves in sync with their scientific breakthroughs. As a result, we:<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”–et_global_heading_font|300|||||||” text_text_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.66)” text_font_size=”28px” text_line_height=”2.3rem” custom_padding=”34px|25px|34px|25px|true|true” text_font_size_tablet=”28px” text_font_size_phone=”24px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” border_radii=”on|2px|2px|2px|2px” border_width_all=”1px” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

\u2022\u00a0 Established IT visibility and strategic decision-making capabilities.<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 Optimized IT infrastructure to support growth, security, and performance.<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 Ensured seamless office relocation and expansion with minimal downtime.<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0 Delivered reliable, scalable IT operations with continuous monitoring and support.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ module_class=”vert-cent” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”85%” max_width=”1380px” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ module_id=”contact” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/ptp.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Graphs-Isometric-Contained-Icon.png” alt=”Graphs Isometric Contained Icon” title_text=”Graphs Isometric Contained Icon” show_bottom_space=”off” disabled_on=”on|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width_tablet=”200px” width_phone=”150px” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”|||-20px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_heading title=”Ready to scale your biotech infrastructure? ” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”–et_global_heading_font|600|||||||” title_text_align=”left” title_text_color=”gcid-0e52a8f4-5dfd-4102-9f40-fd354ef9edd5″ title_font_size=”2.88rem” title_line_height=”1.2em” max_width_tablet=”100%” max_width_phone=”300px” max_width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”15px||5px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-0e52a8f4-5dfd-4102-9f40-fd354ef9edd5%22:%91%22title_text_color%22%93}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”1.25rem” text_line_height=”1.75rem” max_width=”620px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

Need seamless IT support for your expanding biotech company? We\u2019re ready when you are.<\/h2>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/outlook.office365.com\/owa\/calendar\/PTP1@pinnacletechpartners.com\/bookings\/” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Schedule a call” button_alignment=”left” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”18px” button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_bg_color=”gcid-primary-color” button_border_width=”0px” button_border_radius=”50px” button_font=”Ubuntu|500|||||||” button_use_icon=”off” custom_padding=”0.8rem|1.8rem|0.8rem|1.8rem|true|true” button_text_size_tablet=”1rem” button_text_size_phone=”1rem” button_text_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22button_bg_color%22%93,%22gcid-4a2771a4-2bac-479e-b2cf-583957402471%22:%91%22button_bg_color__hover%22%93}” button_bg_color__hover=”#0c71c3″ button_bg_color__hover_enabled=”on|desktop”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#2f348d” custom_padding=”60px|60px|25px|60px|false|true” custom_padding_tablet=”60px|60px|25px|60px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”30px|30px|0px|30px|false|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Ubuntu||||||||” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.4em” header_2_font=”Ubuntu|500|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_2_font_size=”38px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” global_colors_info=”{}”]\n

Empower your growth with scalable IT infrastructure.<\/h2>\n

Let PTP handle your IT\u2014so your team can focus on life-changing research. Build an IT foundation as advanced as your science.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

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