Case Study: Oulu University of Applied Sciences achieves centralized cloud-managed networking and faster troubleshooting with Cisco Meraki

Oulu University of Applied Sciences - Customer Case Study

Oulu University of Applied Sciences, one of Finland’s largest universities with about 8,500 students, faced a fragmented hybrid network with no centralized management, time-consuming on-site device configuration, limited delegation for admins, and poor visibility into devices and warranties. To address this, the university deployed Cisco Meraki solutions — including MR33 access points, MS225/MS425 switches, an MX84 security appliance, and MV21 security cameras — all managed via the Meraki cloud dashboard.

Using Cisco Meraki’s cloud dashboard, zero-touch provisioning, template cloning and automated firmware updates, the university centralized management, enabled one‑click site‑to‑site VPNs for teleworkers, and integrated camera surveillance. The solution shortened troubleshooting time, allowed remote deployments (saving IT hours), and delivered a secure, reliable Wi‑Fi foundation for ~8,500 students; Oulu University also purchased 7‑ and 10‑year Meraki licenses for continuous updates, support and streamlined lifecycle management.

Oulu University of Applied Sciences