Tips from the Experts

1. Consider a single network.

If you’d like to reduce the time your information technology (IT) staff spends managing multiple networks, choose a fully integrated network for voice, video and data connectivity.

 

2. Improve communications between locations.

If you’re frustrated by slow transfers of large data files, arm yourself with secure solutions that enhance intracompany and intercompany communications without the need for special devices or firewalls.

 

3. Increase your bandwidth.

Make sure you have enough bandwidth to prioritize and care for your critical data applications. And don’t forget — increased phone use requires higher bandwidth, too.

 

4. Future-proof your network investments.

Select services that allow for easy expansion. Look for solutions that let you migrate to Internet protocol (IP) without a forklift upgrade by leveraging your existing frame relay, asynchronous transfer mode (ATM) or customer premise equipment (CPE) resources.

 

5. Lower your total cost of ownership.

Seek out solutions that reduce or eliminate mileage and usage charges and make it easier to bring all your locations into your company-wide network.