Business broadband UK

Wednesday 6 July, 2011

By Garnet Roach - garnet@consumerchoices.co.uk

A fast, secure and reliable broadband package is more important than ever for your business.

But despite millions of businesses relying on the internet every day, some 70% still use a domestic broadband package, according to TalkTalk business (www.Talktalk.co.uk).

A business broadband package can enhance your online presence, make it easier for your clients and customers to get in touch or allow you to connect to your office PC from home with a static IP address.

So no matter what size business you run, or even if you work from home, a dedicated business broadband package could make a real difference to your company.

Benefits of business broadband

You might think that a business broadband package is out of your price range, but with packages starting from just £10 a month plus VAT, you can get a great deal without forking out too much.

The benefits of a business broadband package include:

• Prioritised network access - Your traffic will be prioritised over other data on the network, making sure it arrives as quickly as possible
• Priority customer support - Business broadband providers know how important the internet is to your company, so calls will be answered faster and any problems you have will be resolved as soon as possible
• Faster download speeds - Priority network access and a lower contention ratio will give you a faster, more reliable connection
• Faster uploads - Business ISPs also know that upload speeds are important to your company, and you can often increase your upload speeds to suit your needs
• A generous data allowance - Business broadband providers appreciate your data demands and often offer a more generous download allowance
• Static IP addresses - Work remotely or set up a secure FTP file transfer service
• Web space and matching email addresses - make your business look more professional
• Business-level internet security to protect your business from viruses, hackers and spam.

Choosing the right business broadband package

There’s so much to consider when choosing a business broadband package - and with some contracts stretching as far as 24 months - it’s important to make sure you find the right deal before you commit.

While it is possible to get a business broadband package for as little as £10 a month plus VAT, price isn’t the main thing you should consider.

Because the internet has become so important to the day-to-day running of businesses, whether for email, your website or company servers, you need to make sure that whichever service you choose can cater to your needs.

Most business broadband providers can tailor packages to suit your needs, with a wide range of bolt-ons and added extras to choose from, so it’s always a good idea to speak to a specialist at your chosen ISP directly before making your final decision.