Case Study: DS Smith achieves scalable, site‑wide reliable Wi‑Fi modernization with Cambium Networks

Digitalization in Logistics Nationwide Wi-Fi for Packaging Specialist DS Smith

DS Smith, a FTSE 100 leader in sustainable, fiber‑based packaging with ~30,000 employees and operations in over 30 countries, needed a modern, automated network across its warehouse and production halls—many of which were not cabled and face barriers like shelving, temperature variation and RF interference. Cambium Networks, working with partner ICS Group, was selected to provide the wireless solution, using Wi‑Fi 6 access points (XV2‑21X, XV2‑T, XV2‑2T1), cnWave 60‑GHz point‑to‑point radios (V1000), and cloud management with cnMaestro X.

Cambium Networks’ equipment and the ICS Group’s RF survey and deployment connected indoor and outdoor areas at the Hövelhof site, linked a remote hall via point‑to‑point radio, and delivered seamless roaming, reliable coverage and secure, stable Wi‑Fi without disrupting production. The result is a scalable, centrally managed network that meets DS Smith’s operational requirements and can be rolled out to additional German locations, improving connectivity and enabling future digitalization across the business.

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