Building the data network that is right for you

Business bandwidth requirements just keep on growing. The amount of data travelling around your network increases every day, how is your network coping? Your network is at the centre of your business, and if it isn't performing at its best then it is your business that is suffering. If you are considering renewing your network or arranging data cabling for a new business location then you need to discuss with a commercial electrician the most appropriate network configuration for your business.

A unique solution for your business

Modern data cabling is about far more than knowing how many servers and desktops need to be connected together. Every business is unique and their network needs will vary accordingly. An architect or a design agency will need a network that can cope with transferring images and large design files while a hotel may want to manage multimedia streams. A bank or other financial institution will have specific requirements relating to regulations and security that need to be addressed. In each case the network configuration will be different.

Copper or fibre?

Should you invest in a fibre optic network, or is copper the best solution for for your data cabling? The answer really depends on the size of your building and the way you will use your network. If you regularly transfer large files and speed is important to you then a fibre optic network is probably the right choice. Understanding your specific data cabling needs is vital to ensure that your network can cope adequately and will remain serviceable long into the future. Talk to your commercial electrician about the cabling infrastructure that you need to support your business and they will be able to advise on the best solution for you.

Preparing for the future

Whatever type of network you install it isn't doing to last forever. The data cabling will need to be replaced or upgraded at some point. What you can do now is to install your data cabling in a way that allows for future upgrades without dismantling the whole system. Providing for future upgrades shouldn't add to your costs at this stage but it will save you both time and money in the future. Design your current network with an eye to future business needs and you will have a great advantage as your business develops over time.

By discussing your network requirements with a professional electrician in advance you will be able to develop the network that is perfectly suited to your business needs.