subject: Top Tips When Considering Business Broadband [print this page] With the recession and the ConDem cuts biting deep into all aspects of life in the UK, it has never been so important for businesses to be on the ball, cutting edge and ready for anything.
Having an up-to-date telecommunications and business broadband network in place is a key part of this and will ensure your business has the very best tools in place to weather the storm.
With this in mind, it is important that you consider the following aspects of your intended package before you decide on a business broadband deal and sign on the dotted line:
Business Suitability is your intended package specifically designed for and tailored to business use? Having a broadband package that is fitted to your specific business needs is an absolute must. For example, most business broadband packages will be more forgiving with regards to download limits (with some deals even offering unlimited downloads!) and connection speeds are often much faster. Remember to ask for a static IP address if you use office email and also ensure that your broadband package supports networking in general.
Speed Connection speed, along with upload and download speed are vital things to consider. After all, no one wants to be waiting around for that essential attachment to download before that all-important client meeting. Most business broadband packages will offer higher speeds than the average domestic package but it is important to check this.
Security Look for a business broadband deal that includes virus protection, precautions against spyware and also a firewall. Youd be surprised how many businesses do not have these essentials and lie completely unprotected against potentially harmful viruses, spamming, phishing, pharming, and online fraud.
Price Look for a business broadband deal that has a package discount. A good package will usually incorporate business broadband and business telephone systems for a discounted fixed fee. Everything will be on one bill, which leaves you free to network and get on with the important stuff with far less hassle.
Support - make sure your office networking package includes support from specially trained business support staff. This is far more common than not, but something you will need to look out for.
