CONNECTIVITY AND NETWORKING
We are becoming more reliant than ever on the internet for reliable data connection. It’s a business-critical need. Future-proof your business with a solid connectivity solution from Intricall.
FTTP
Fibre To The Premises (FTTP) uses fibre-optic cables to deliver the internet to business premises. FTTP broadband is faster, more reliable and more secure than traditional copper-based solutions.
SoGEA
Single Order Generic Ethernet Access (SoGEA) allows businesses to connect to the internet using a single line without a phone line. The benefits include simplified billing, faster installation, higher speeds and greater flexibility.
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What other data connectivity options are available?
leased lines
Leased lines provide businesses with reliable, high-speed connectivity. They are a dedicated data connection, typically between business premises and a service provider’s network. It is leased by the business for a monthly fee. You’ll get a dedicated bandwidth reserved exclusively for your business’s use and symmetrical bandwidth so download and upload speeds are the same.
Lease lines tend to be used to support VoIP, cloud services and video conferencing that need a high-speed connection. The data transmitted over a leased line is encrypted so it remains secure. With a leased line, you’ll get 24/7 monitoring as part of the service, so any faults will be identified and rectified. Here at Intricall, we will respond to any reported fault within 4-8 hours to keep your business moving.
sd wan
Software-Defined Wide Area Networking (SD WAN) allows businesses to build and manage WANs more efficiently and securely. It uses software to automate and manage network device configuration, separating the control plane from the data plane to provide greater control and flexibility over network traffic.
SD Wan can route traffic across various connections, including MLPs, broadband internet and cellular networks, to maximise network performance while cutting costs and increasing reliability. It offers easier deployment, increased visibility and control over network traffic. This makes it ideal for businesses with multiple branch offices or remote workers. SD WAN solutions offer a choice of connectivity options including SoGEA, FTTC, FTTP, 4G and 5G, and are designed to be flexible to meet the needs of businesses.
Cellular services use cellular networks to provide voice and data services to mobiles, tablets and wireless modems. A network of cell sites or base stations are connected to a core network. They communicate with mobile devices using radio waves.
Cellular services require minimal signal strength and work on the move, so they can be used while commuting. They provide wide coverage and high-speed data. Cellular services offer an automatic failover, so in the event of an outage, it will automatically switch to an alternative network or connection to maintain service.
mpls
Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) route network traffic across wide area networks (WANs.) This allows for a faster and more efficient transmission of your data. It uses labels (a short identifier) to identify and route the network traffic.
With MPLS connections, you’ll get a faster connection. It operates more efficiently than traditional routing protocols and you can prioritise data such as voice or video. MPLS networks tend to be used for businesses that have various offices in different geographical locations as it provides seamless communication between these.
Cellular services
Cellular services use cellular networks to provide voice and data services to mobiles, tablets and wireless modems. A network of cell sites or base stations are connected to a core network. They communicate with mobile devices using radio waves.
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Cellular services require minimal signal strength and work on the move, so they can be used while commuting. They provide wide coverage and high-speed data. Cellular services offer an automatic failover, so in the event of an outage, it will automatically switch to an alternative network or connection to maintain service.
Leased lines
Leased lines provide businesses with reliable, high-speed connectivity. They are a dedicated data connection, typically between business premises and a service provider’s network. It is leased by the business for a monthly fee. You’ll get a dedicated bandwidth reserved exclusively for your business’s use and symmetrical bandwidth so download and upload speeds are the same.
Lease lines tend to be used to support VoIP, cloud services and video conferencing that need a high-speed connection. The data transmitted over a leased line is encrypted so it remains secure. With a leased line, you’ll get 24/7 monitoring as part of the service, so any faults will be identified and rectified. Here at Intricall, we will respond to any reported fault within 4-8 hours to keep your business moving.
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MPLS
Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) route network traffic across wide area networks (WANs.) This allows for a faster and more efficient transmission of your data. It uses labels (a short identifier) to identify and route the network traffic.
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With MPLS connections, you’ll get a faster connection. It operates more efficiently than traditional routing protocols and you can prioritise data such as voice or video. MPLS networks tend to be used for businesses that have various offices in different geographical locations as it provides seamless communication between these.
SD WAN
Software-Defined Wide Area Networking (SD WAN) allows businesses to build and manage WANs more efficiently and securely. It uses software to automate and manage network device configuration, separating the control plane from the data plane to provide greater control and flexibility over network traffic.
SD Wan can route traffic across various connections, including MLPs, broadband internet and cellular networks, to maximise network performance while cutting costs and increasing reliability. It offers easier deployment, increased visibility and control over network traffic. This makes it ideal for businesses with multiple branch offices or remote workers. SD WAN solutions offer a choice of connectivity options including SoGEA, FTTC, FTTP, 4G and 5G, and are designed to be flexible to meet the needs of businesses.
Why choose Intricall?
Better customer service: Communicate with your customers faster.
Improved productivity: Slow internet leads to idle workers.
Happier employees: Internet connection issues causes frustration.
Cost savings: Introduce remote working to save on the cost of physical office space.
Innovative solutions: Explore up-to-the-minute technologies that require speedy internet.
Improved agility: Respond more quickly to changes and customer needs.
Cisco found that businesses with strong digital capabilities have an average revenue growth rate of 26% compared to 11% for those with weaker capabilities.
We can offer a free health check for your business. We work with full transparency, so you understand exactly what each service can offer. By using our expertise to review your business connectivity, we can identify areas of improvement and recommend solutions. These solutions will increase your productivity, reduce costs and help your business to thrive.
Single Order Generic Ethernet Access (SoGEA) is a new broadband service that provides a pure digital connection without the need for a traditional telephone line. This is an attractive option for businesses that need internet but don’t require telephone services. It is delivered over the Openreach network and is available in various speeds depending on location.
Yes, SoGEA uses the existing copper telephone lines. It uses Very High Bitrate Digital Subscriber Line (VDSL) which enables data to be transmitted over the existing copper wires at higher speeds.
A leased line is a dedicated and private data connection between two locations. A business will pay to lease the line per month. Unlike broadband services, which is shared amongst many users, this is a direct connection. The bandwidth is not shared so connection speed is guaranteed. Whilst more expensive, leased lines are ideal for businesses that need reliable and high-performance data connection.
You’ll find that business broadband is faster and more reliable than at-home broadband. Businesses cannot afford to be without their internet connection for a length of time, so providers will prioritise the speed and support for them. Business broadband will also come with additional security features to protect from cyber threats.
You need to consider what speed you require, the type of connection available, the bandwidth, cost and availability. Get the advice of an expert. Intricall can provide you with a free health check and make recommendations on the best connectivity and most suitable option for your business.
The options include broadband, leased lines, fibre-optic and wireless.
It will depend on the number of employees you have and the types of activities you’ll be using the internet for. Smaller businesses may only need 5-10 Mbps of bandwidth whilst a larger company of over 50 employees would need over 100 Mbps of bandwidth.
This depends on factors such as the type and the complexity of the connection. It can take from a few days up to several weeks. You can obtain an estimated time when you speak to us.
It’s critical that you secure your internet connection. You can do this by adding a firewall, using encryption, adopting strong passwords and by keeping your software up to date.