Site Survey

A Site Survey is a structured assessment of the physical and technical conditions for planning or optimising a wireless network. It considers factors such as building structure, wireless coverage, signal strength, interference, channel utilisation and existing Wi-Fi infrastructure. Depending on the objective, surveys can be classified as predictive, passive or active. A predictive assessment estimates wireless coverage using floor plans and simulation data, while passive and active surveys measure actual radio conditions on site. Results can be visualised through heatmaps and used to determine suitable access point locations, channels and transmit power levels. Site Surveys are particularly relevant when planning Wi-Fi networks in offices, warehouses, production facilities, educational institutions and other large buildings.