networks... for 'joined up' business

Networks are the backbone of modern business IT systems; they connect users to servers and the Internet and provide the links to integrate telephony and data. They should be seamless and reliable – something users don’t have to think about. Networks include:

  • Switches & Routers
  • Firewalls
  • Gateways
  • Bandwidth / traffic management devices

Whilst this may seem simplistic, it is not. Connecting devices at the correct speed and ensuring that enough bandwidth is available are key elements of network design. Failover services and networking reporting can be key parts of major WANs. Similarly if VoIP is enabled, routers and switches need to be able to provide the quality of service and prioritization this requires.

Integration

Convergence has been a steady feature in IT/telephony for the last decade – the merging of these has created abilities for smaller organisations to cost-effectively run call centres, ‘pop’ applications and benefit from unified messaging.

Management & Control

Management and control are key issues in networking (LAN) and internetworking (WAN & internet). We provide firewalls, gateways, access control, layer 3-7 control via switches and management devices and optimisation software and equipment to maximise bandwidth utilization and value for money. We also install quality of service devices (QoS) - vital when using Voice over IP (VoIP).

Wifi & Telephony

Wireless networks are a growing element of connectivity and provide flexibility, internal mobility and can also help maintain sterile environments where these are critical. Security is a critical issue - requiring professional configuration. The convergence of IT & telephony in the 1990s has ld to a scenario where phones and IT integration provides substantial benefits. We can design and supply integrated call centres - with full facilities including wall board, script management,supervision and voice recording. We also enable PC popping of applications such as Goldmine, ACT and Microsoft CRM. We also provide complete Voice over IP telephone solutions and can enable mobile phone integration into both wireless networks and telephone systems.

Internetworking & Internet

Connecting your sites together and getting onto the Internet can be effected by a variety of solutions from a range of providers.

This is an area where many companies make costly mistakes that involve expensive setup charges that cannot be quickly rectified because they involve long-term contracts. We provide a range of solutions including ADSL, SDSL Leased-Lines VPNS MPLS LES circuits up to Gigabit and beyond. We can also arrange microwave connectivity where line of sight or intermediate masts are available.

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