5. Include remote site-support reviews in every IT decision.
6. Communicate. The decisions made in many areas determine how smoothly remote branches can be managed, so work together. Reach out early and often to business units to determine their requirements, future enhancements and loads.
7. Weave security and data protection into all aspects of planning.
8. Plan for the high-profile costs of communications and staff. These must be planned up front, with detailed analysis and design considerations.
9. Review geographic locations with vendors and suppliers to determine available technologies and resources.
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