Communication & Client Relations Flashcards
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A client says their wireless network 'feels slow' but cannot provide specifics. What is the best first step?
Answer: Ask the client to describe specific scenarios where slowness occurs
Gathering specific use-case details helps pinpoint whether the issue is coverage, capacity, interference, or WAN-related.
When presenting a wireless site survey report to a non-technical client, you should:
Answer: Translate findings into business impact and plain-language recommendations
Non-technical stakeholders need business-relevant context, not raw RF metrics, to make informed decisions.
A customer asks why their 5 GHz devices perform better near the access point but worse far away compared to 2.4 GHz. What do you tell them?
Answer: 5 GHz has higher frequency, resulting in shorter range but higher throughput up close
Higher frequency signals attenuate more quickly through obstacles, reducing range while offering greater throughput at close distances.
During a post-installation walkthrough, the client reports one conference room has poor coverage. The best professional response is to:
Answer: Document the complaint, test coverage on-site, and propose a remediation plan
On-site validation and a remediation plan demonstrate accountability and maintain client trust.
A client wants to add 50 IoT devices to their existing wireless network. What communication step is most important before implementation?
Answer: Assess capacity impact and communicate potential performance changes to the client
Adding many IoT devices affects airtime utilization and capacity; clients must understand potential impacts before changes are made.
A client escalates a ticket saying the issue has not been resolved in 48 hours. Which response demonstrates strong client relations?
Answer: Acknowledge the delay, provide a status update, and give an estimated resolution time
Proactive communication during escalations rebuilds confidence and manages client expectations effectively.
When writing a Statement of Work (SOW) for a wireless deployment, which element is most critical for avoiding scope disputes?
Answer: Clearly defining deliverables, acceptance criteria, and exclusions
Precise deliverables and explicit exclusions prevent misunderstandings about what is and is not included in the engagement.