Connectivity

Essential to any business' success is its capacity to communicate in a both effective and efficient way. One of the best ways to improve data communications within your company is by the use of broadband technology.

Broadband Internet connections are high-speed and always-on. Compared to dial-up a typical broadband connection is at least ten times faster. A faster connection is highly cost-effective; spending less time waiting for web pages or email can help to increase the productivity of your staff. Additionally, it can aid the development of online links between suppliers, customers and out-of-office staff.

Using broadband has benefits such as efficiency, value for money, customer service and communication. Having an always-on connection enables your business processes to be streamlined.

For example, online stores can be linked to stock control and accounting systems. The resources and time saved due to a more efficient streamlined business, balance against the cost of the broadband connection.

Customer service and communication with suppliers improve through the ability to respond rapidly to email enquiries or online orders through your website. Increasing communication via email also results in a reduction in your phone and postage bills.

Claranet can help you to set up a virtual private network (VPN) allowing your staff to access key data from almost anywhere. VPNs can increase your business' capacity for collaborative work, as there would be no need to use couriers
to transport documents.