Kootenai County Fairgrounds
The Challenge: Multi-Building Campus Lacking Centralized IT
The Challenge:
- Disconnected systems across buildings and departments
- Limited wireless coverage throughout the property
- No surveillance system to monitor the grounds after hours or during large-scale events
- A mix of outdated office phones with limited functionality
- Growing IT needs with no centralized support
- Consistent, secure WiFi coverage across the entire fairgrounds
- Modern surveillance with night vision and 4K capabilities
- A unified, manageable phone system
- Structured cabling to support current and future needs
- Ongoing, responsive managed IT support and cybersecurity
- Cloud-based tools to enable better accessibility and flexibility
Our Solution:
- Fiber Internet Transition: Upgraded the facility from outdated internet to reliable business fiber for high-speed connectivity.
- Enterprise WiFi Deployment: Installed a fully managed WiFi system with strategic access point placement across the grounds for consistent, reliable coverage.
- Structured Cabling: Completed professional network cabling for multiple buildings to ensure clean signal transmission and future expansion.
- Operational Efficiency: The new network and WiFi infrastructure enabled mobile ticketing, real-time attendance tracking, and on-the-go access to management tools for exhibitors and staff — dramatically improving event operations and responsiveness.
4K Surveillance System
- Modern IP Surveillance: Installed a high-definition camera system with 4K resolution, wide coverage, and remote access.
- Night Vision Cameras: Ensured the property is monitored clearly, even in low-light conditions or overnight when staff isn’t on-site.
- Event Monitoring: Cameras were strategically placed to improve visibility during busy public events, offering enhanced safety and incident review capabilities.
Office Phone System
- VoIP Phone Installation: Deployed an IP-based phone system for the administrative office, with flexible call handling, voicemail-to-email, and smart routing features.
- Scalable Setup: The system is easy to update and expand as staffing or needs change seasonally.
Managed IT, Cybersecurity & Cloud Services
- Full-Service IT Management: Ongoing support for computers, network, and user management.
- Cybersecurity Implementation: Integrated firewalls, secure backups, and proactive monitoring to defend against digital threats.
- Cloud Services: Enabled secure, remote access and data continuity through cloud-based tools.
The Outcome:
Today, the Kootenai County Fairgrounds benefits from a seamless, property-wide technology ecosystem that supports daily operations, enhances guest safety, and prepares the organization for future growth. The build-out of the network and WiFi across the grounds allowed them to deploy next-generation electronic mobile ticketing and attendance tracking systems along with access to their exhibitor and entrant management software from nearly anywhere on the grounds, saving a substantial amount of time and effort while allowing for real-time feedback and updates.
With a reliable network, modern surveillance, and responsive IT support, the fairgrounds can focus on hosting successful events — without worrying about tech issues. From overnight monitoring to live event readiness, Intechtel’s solutions keep the fairgrounds secure, connected, and running smoothly.
