If you’re getting ready to move into a new office—or expanding your current one—one of the most overlooked (but most critical) parts of the setup is your cabling. As an IT provider based in New York City, we’ve seen what happens when cabling is treated as an afterthought… and trust us, it’s not pretty.
Here are 10 tips to get it right the first time:
- Map Out Your Layout First
Before running a single cable, plan your office layout. Where are desks, conference rooms, and network equipment going? This step helps determine where to place your data drops, power sources, and wireless access points.
- Don’t Just Plan for Today—Think Ahead
Growth is a good thing, but only if your infrastructure can handle it. Always plan your cabling with scalability in mind. Leave space in your racks, plan extra runs, and consider adding conduit for future cables.
- Choose the Right Type of Cable
Most modern offices benefit from Cat6 or Cat6a, but if you’re building for long-term performance or future bandwidth demands, fiber optic may be worth the investment. Each environment has its ideal setup.
- Use Structured Cabling, Not Patchwork Solutions
Structured cabling keeps everything organized, efficient, and much easier to maintain. Random cable runs may work short-term—but they’ll cost you in downtime and troubleshooting later.
- Hire a Pro, Not a Handyman
Low voltage cabling is technical. You need installers who know codes, performance standards, and how to avoid interference. That’s where LUPITEC comes in—we do it right, the first time.
- Aesthetics Matter
Your office should look as sharp as it runs. We offer clean cable management solutions like raceways, in-wall cabling, or ceiling tile drops so you won’t see a tangle of wires behind every desk.
- Test Everything—Then Test Again
Before signing off, every drop should be tested and certified. We perform full network testing with professional-grade tools to make sure everything works as expected.
- Build with Security in Mind
Data and physical access security should start at the cabling level. We help clients design layouts that reduce tampering risks, isolate critical systems, and support secure camera and access control systems.
- Document Your Setup
Every office we cable gets detailed documentation showing drop locations, patch panel maps, and cable IDs. It saves time when you expand or troubleshoot later.
- Keep Up with Technology
Cabling is part of your infrastructure—just like HVAC or plumbing. Check in every few years to ensure it still supports your needs, and don’t be afraid to upgrade if your systems are slowing down.
Final Thoughts
Done right, cabling is a silent workhorse. Done wrong, it’s a recurring nightmare. At LUPITEC, we handle structured cabling projects across NYC, Long Island, and New Jersey—from new construction to retrofit upgrades. Whether it’s Cat6, fiber, or full network infrastructure, we’ve got you covered.