Beaumont Karlson: A Secure File Sharing Extranet for a Global Legal Network
In March 2008, Beaumont Karlson faced a growing challenge: securely sharing internal documents, policies, and procedures across a global network of offices and associates. Their existing intranet, built on Salamander's MooD Technology, was becoming increasingly restrictive as their team expanded worldwide.
After being referred to us by our trusted hosting partner, Rackspace, we conducted a detailed consultation to assess their needs. Beaumont Karlson sought a cost-effective, highly secure, and user-friendly extranet solution that could seamlessly replace their intranet while preserving the workflow their teams were accustomed to.
Building a Secure and Seamless Extranet
Our solution harnessed the capabilities of .NET 2.0 to ensure a secure, scalable, and efficient platform for sharing sensitive internal documents. The newly developed extranet provided:
- Advanced Access Control: All documents were secured within a protected environment, ensuring only authorized users could view and download files.
- Consistent User Experience: By maintaining the familiar structure and functionality of their previous intranet, users could transition seamlessly without retraining.
- Efficient Document Management: The extranet allowed employees to access critical resources regardless of location, facilitating collaboration across time zones.
Administrative Insights and Reporting
To give Beaumont Karlson full control over their document-sharing platform, we designed an intuitive administration area that enabled system administrators to:
- Monitor System Utilization: Track user activity and measure engagement with different resources.
- Compare Historical Data: Analyze usage trends over time to optimize file-sharing processes.
- Manage User Permissions: Easily adjust access rights based on team roles and security levels.
Results and Long-Term Impact
The extranet provided Beaumont Karlson with a robust, secure document-sharing solution that met the needs of their globally distributed teams. By maintaining their existing workflow while introducing enhanced security measures, we ensured a smooth transition and long-term usability.
The success of this implementation highlights the power of well-architected digital infrastructure in the legal sector—ensuring that critical information remains both accessible and protected.