Case Study: Modernizing a District-Wide Network—Without the Bureaucracy
Organization Overview
- Organization: Putnam City Schools
- Location: Oklahoma City Metro Area
- Size: 18,000+ students, 28 campuses
- Devices Supported: 30,000 district-wide
- District Ranking: One of Oklahoma’s largest school districts
- Decision Maker: Cory Boggs, Chief Technology Officer
The Challenge: Scaling Up Without Slowing Down
Putnam City Schools, serving over 18,000 students and supporting 30,000 devices, faced a critical challenge: modernize half of their district’s switching infrastructure—fast. Their existing network was buckling under the weight of device growth, complex troubleshooting, and slow workflows. With only one summer to complete the upgrade, there was zero room for error.
“We partner with many large companies, and getting things done can be challenging. With many layers and much turnover, we never know who we will be working with—or whether the person handling our implementation will have the right expertise.”
— Cory Boggs, CTO
The AERO IT Solutions Difference: Direct, Fast, and Personal
- Direct Relationship, No Bureaucracy: From day one, Cory worked directly with AERO’s founders, Sean and Seth. No departments to navigate. No unknown engineers. Just the people who design, deliver, and support your project—every time.
- Next-Day Response: While enterprise vendors can take weeks to approve contracts or answer technical questions, AERO IT Solutions responds within 24 hours. When you’re racing against a summer deadline, that speed is a game-changer.
- Predictable Expertise: With AERO IT Solutions, Cory always knew exactly who he was getting: Sean and Seth, industry veterans with 25+ years of OEM experience. No surprises, no handoffs, just deep expertise.
- Zero Bureaucratic Layers: AERO IT Solutions stays intentionally lean. No routing through departments in other cities. No waiting for approvals. Just direct access to decision-makers and technical experts.
The Project: Results That Speak for Themselves
Scope:
- 243 HPE Aruba switches deployed
- 18 campus locations
- 30,000 devices supported
- Completed ahead of schedule
- Zero downtime during transition
Operational Impact:
- Device tracking: 18 clicks reduced to 2-3 clicks
- Network management simplified through Aruba Central
- Immediate improvements in speed and workflow
Customer Experience:
- Next-day response on contracts and quotes
- Same team throughout the project
- No bureaucratic delays
- Direct access when issues arose
Long-Term Partnership:
- Phase 2 contract awarded
- 15-year relationship spanning two companies
- Strong reputation among peer CTOs
“Everything went incredibly smoothly—about as seamless as a project can be. The team was fast, precise, and attentive to every detail.”
— Cory Boggs, CTO, Putnam City Schools
Why Putnam City Chose AERO IT Solutions
- Built on 15-Year Relationships: Cory trusted Sean and Seth long before AERO IT Solutions existed. The partnership was built on years of proven results, not just an RFP.
- Next-Day Response: Contracts, quotes, and questions turned around in a day—not weeks.
- No Bureaucratic Layers: Direct access, every time. No handoffs, no delays.
- Predictable Expertise: The same experts, every project.
What Makes AERO IT Solutions Different?
- Direct Access: Phone, email, or text—reach the person who designs, delivers, and supports your project.
- Next-Day Response: Contracts, quotes, and questions—same-day or next-day turnaround.
- 25+ Years of OEM Experience: Decades designing and running HPE Aruba Networking programs.
- Small on Purpose: Zero debt, minimal overhead, and intentionally lean. Every dollar goes into your network, not bureaucracy.
- E-Rate Certified: Certified through 2026 in Aruba’s E-Rate Service Provider Training and approved vendor on Oklahoma’s State Contract.
“They are genuine. They go above and beyond. They make sure things are done right.”
— Cory Boggs, CTO, Putnam City Schools
About Putnam City Schools
Serving 18,000+ students and supporting 30,000 devices across the Oklahoma City metro area, Putnam City Schools is one of the state’s largest and most innovative school districts.
About AERO IT Solutions
AERO IT Solutions is a Tulsa-based HPE Aruba Networking partner founded by industry veterans with 25+ years of OEM experience. We specialize in eliminating vendor bureaucracy while delivering enterprise-grade infrastructure as a trusted network solutions provider in Oklahoma.
Ready to modernize your network—without the bureaucracy?
Contact AERO IT Solutions:
📞 918.640.4916
🌐 www.aeroits.net
