Resources & technical library
Practical guidance for planning, building and running technology.
Guides and articles from the Inara Crest team on software, AI, networks, security, power, data centres, hosting, transport systems and IT support — written to help you make better decisions, whether or not you work with us.
Plan and specify
What to decide and document before you request quotes or start installation.
Build and install
Practical standards for cabling, power, security systems and business software.
Operate and support
Keeping systems maintained, secure and documented after go-live.
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- Blogpower & facilities
VRF/VRV air conditioning explained
Variable refrigerant flow systems serve many rooms from shared outdoor units, adjusting capacity to demand.
By David Otieno 1 min
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Designing enterprise Wi-Fi for a multi-floor office
Good Wi-Fi is designed for capacity, not just coverage — with a site survey, the right channel plan and wired access points.
By Vicky Ogola 1 min
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Managing technology projects in occupied buildings
Hospitals, hotels and offices must keep running during installations. Plan work around operations, safety, noise and access.
By Kennedy Ougo 1 min
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AI video analytics: fewer false alarms, faster reviews
AI analytics turn CCTV from a recording system into an alerting system — detecting people and vehicles, not moving shadows.
By Micah Ondiwa 1 min
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CCTV storage: how long and how much
Retention period, resolution, frame rate, compression and recording mode determine storage needs. Calculate before buying.
By David Otieno 1 min
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Bulk SMS in Kenya: sender IDs, consent and delivery
Register a branded sender ID, collect consent, honour opt-outs and design messages that arrive and get read.
By Inara Crest Engineering 1 min
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Physical security audit checklist
Walk the site with a checklist covering perimeter, entrances, sensitive rooms, cameras and procedures.
By Inara Crest Engineering 1 min
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Mobile money and payment integrations: designing for reconciliation
Payment integrations fail in subtle ways. Callbacks, idempotency and daily reconciliation keep money and records in step.
By Micah Ondiwa 1 min
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Measuring the results of SMS campaigns
Delivery is only the first number. Track responses, conversions and opt-outs to learn what works.
By Micah Ondiwa 1 min
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Solar plus battery backup for offices
Solar with batteries can cut energy costs and keep essential equipment running during outages — when sized for the real load.
By David Otieno 1 min
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CCTV and access control: what to specify before you request quotes
Define what each camera must achieve, how long footage is kept, how doors behave in a fire and how data is protected.
By Inara Crest Engineering 2 min
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Load audit before buying backup power
Measure what actually needs backup, for how long, before choosing generators, UPS units or solar systems.
By Inara Crest Engineering 1 min
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