Why Cabling Matters in a New Franchise Location
When a franchise is opening a new location, the focus is usually on signage, finishes, and staff. But behind the scenes, the structured cabling is what makes everything work: point-of-sale systems, Wi-Fi, VoIP phones, security cameras, and even TVs. Skimping or guessing during construction often leads to expensive fixes later.
At Digital Systems Integration (DSI), we help franchises across Brevard County design and install cabling systems that are ready for business on day one. Here’s what every franchise should plan before the drywall goes up.
Plan Drops by Function, Not Just Outlets
- POS systems: Dedicated drops for each register or kiosk.
- VoIP phones: Separate drops from the PC line to prevent call quality issues.
- Wi-Fi access points: Ceiling-mounted drops for best coverage.
- TVs & displays: Wall drops placed at mount height.
- Cameras: High-mounted drops at each planned camera location.
Running dual Cat6 drops to each workstation is a small cost upfront but prevents headaches later.
Don’t Forget the Rack
Many small businesses start with a shelf for their modem and switch. Within months, it becomes a mess of cables and power strips. A network rack with a patch panel keeps everything organized, grounded, and serviceable. It also provides room for the NVR, firewall, and UPS battery backup.
Grounding & Power Protection
Bonding the rack to proper electrical ground and adding a UPS isn’t just best practice — it prevents damage from surges and keeps critical systems online during outages.
Budget Expectations
For a typical franchise build-out with 10–15 drops, cameras, and a small rack, businesses can expect a project cost around $3,000, depending on site conditions. Cutting corners usually means higher costs down the road.
The DSI Advantage
With nearly 30 years serving Melbourne, Palm Bay, Cocoa, and Viera, DSI is a licensed low-voltage contractor that understands both construction timelines and business needs. We:
- Design cabling to franchise specifications
- Provide neat, labeled Cat6 runs
- Install racks, patch panels, and UPS systems
- Integrate cameras, Wi-Fi, and VoIP for a complete solution
Your opening day should be about serving customers — not troubleshooting network issues.
📞 Planning a franchise build-out? Call (321) 676-9074 or visit getdsi.com to schedule a site assessment.
Telephone No. (321) 676-9074
