IT and networking for real estate and construction

Connected sites, field teams with secure access, and protected projects.

In construction and real estate, teams are spread across sites, offices and developments, and projects involve large files that everyone needs to consult. Overwan connects sites and offices with SD-WAN networks and Wi-Fi, provides secure access to projects with cloud and Zero Trust, maintains backups and delivers support both in the office and on-site.

Who we serve

• Construction companies and contractors
• Real estate developers
• Real estate brokerage
• Property and condominium management
• Construction supervision and management

IT challenges in the sector

Temporary sites

Each site needs network, Wi-Fi and system access for months, set up quickly and taken down at the end.

Large project files

Drawings, BIM models and photographs take up a lot of space and must be shared between office, site and partners without version mix-ups.

Field teams

Site managers, supervisors and sales staff work on tablets and laptops outside the office and need secure access and fast support.

External partners

Subcontractors, designers and clients access documentation; access must be controlled and revoked at the end of each project.

Equipment in harsh environments

Dust, heat and frequent relocations shorten equipment lifespan. Up-to-date inventory and fast replacement prevent downtime.

Email fraud

Payments to suppliers and deposits on real estate deals involve high amounts, making the sector a target for fake emails with altered bank details.

How we help

• 24x7x365 Technical Support: Assistance, monthly/quarterly contracts and hour packages. Auditable metrics and our own tooling.
• IT Outsourcing: We run your IT Department's functions in outsourcing — full or partial replacement.
• Backup & Disaster Recovery: 3-2-1 strategies with Veeam, Nakivo and cloud replication. Periodic, audited recovery tests.
• Infrastructure Management: We operate servers, networks, virtualization, backup and disaster recovery with modern automation and observability.
• SD-WAN & LAN Networks: Design and operation of SD-WAN, LAN, and campus networks. Automation, IP/DNS/DHCP management, and teams certified by major manufacturers.
• Wi-Fi 6/7 & Private 5G: Wireless engineering: site survey, interference analysis, Wi-Fi 6/7 and private 5G networks. BYOD, Guest Access, and full mobility.
• Hybrid & Multicloud: Implementation, migration, and continuous management of private, public, and hybrid cloud. Brokering, FinOps, and multicloud governance.
• Zero Trust / ZTNA: Identity and context-based access, micro-segmentation, and replacement of legacy VPN. Continuous endpoint posture and full auditing.
• Renting & Printing: Hardware and software on a renting model, without brand restrictions, including assistance, insurance, and data recovery. Managed multifunctionals (MPS).
• Structured Cabling: Certified copper and fiber optic networks with up to a 25-year warranty. From rack to outlet, at any scale.

Regulation & compliance

GDPR

Data on clients, buyers and employees, including identification documents and financial data, requires technical and organisational measures appropriate to the risk.

Anti-money laundering prevention

Entities engaged in real estate activities are subject to Law No. 83/2017, which includes duties of client identification and document retention for a minimum period, impacting how information is stored.

Why Overwan

• Since 2011: Managing IT for companies in Portugal for over a decade.
• 24x7x365 support: Nights, weekends and holidays, with continuous monitoring.
• Certifications: Certified team and processes.
• Technology partners: Partnerships with leading IT vendors.

Frequently asked questions

Do you set up the network for a construction site?

Yes. We install Internet connectivity, Wi-Fi, and access to the company's systems for the duration of the project, and remove the equipment at the end.

How are projects shared between the office and the construction site?

Through cloud storage or synchronization with the office server, with per-project permissions and version history.

How do you control access for subcontractors and partners?

Each partner has their own access, limited only to the folders and systems of the project they work on, and access is reviewed and revoked when the project ends.

Do you provide support to on-site teams?

Yes. Most issues are resolved remotely; when necessary, we travel to the office or the job site.