Case study · Aviation · Federal compliance · Modernization
A private airport keeps its federal contracts, and grows them.
Client: privately owned airport with federal contracts · Industry: aviation, transportation, government contracting
This privately owned airport holds critical federal contracts. When leadership learned their systems didn't meet the federal compliance requirements needed to keep those contracts, they knew they had to act. A trusted referral brought them to Golden Hills IT to modernize their technology, strengthen cybersecurity and reach full compliance without disrupting day-to-day airport operations.
The challenge
Where they started.
Several obstacles stood between the airport and the compliant, efficient operation it needed.
• Compliance gaps: the technology environment wasn't aligned with federal security standards, putting contracts at risk
• Aging infrastructure: outdated computers, limited network capacity and spotty Wi-Fi slowed everyone down
• Fragmented email: accounts spread across EarthLink and Network Solutions made communication inconsistent and unsecure
• Limited internet options: no cable or fiber available, and phone lines and services getting more expensive
Golden Hills IT solution
A full modernization, no downtime.
We designed and executed a full modernization plan to bring the airport into compliance, improve efficiency and build a secure, scalable environment for growth.
✓ System & network upgrade: new computers and laptops, upgraded network infrastructure, and Cat6 cabling to a shielded area for expanded Wi-Fi
✓ Cybersecurity & compliance: security measures based on industry standards so all systems meet federal contract requirements
✓ Microsoft 365 migration: individual accounts, all email (including history) migrated from EarthLink and Network Solutions, and siloed accounts for better security
✓ Collaboration tools: Microsoft Teams and SharePoint for secure, seamless document sharing
✓ User training: staff training plus ongoing security awareness training
✓ VoIP: a modern phone system that saves hundreds of dollars compared to rising AT&T POTS line costs
✓ Better internet: after evaluating costly cable and fiber options, we helped install Starlink satellite internet
Results
Compliant, connected and growing.
By delivering compliance, modern infrastructure and reliable ongoing support, Golden Hills IT positioned this airport for long-term success and continued expansion in federal contracting.
$ results --since-golden-hills
✓ full compliance with federal requirements
✓ faster systems & broader Wi-Fi
✓ seamless collaboration tools
✓ real telecom savings via VoIP
✓ ongoing security & awareness training
✓ expanded federal contracting work
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