The connected enterprise is a staple for most businesses today. When adding locations, relocating and other network expansion creates additional Telecommunication needs. In addition, this may be a good time to optimize your telecom network as well. Here are some questions to consider when qualifying new locations, adding locations, and making any changes  to your telecom network.

Does Your Current Carrier Provide the Best Support for Your New Locations?

A Carrier may have dedicated infrastructure to support your needs if you are relocating or adding a new location or branch to your business. In many cases, the Carrier may have relationships with other Carriers to provide the coverage you need. It is important to understand these relationships to ensure you have consistent and cost-effective network performance at all locations.

Can I Improve Performance and Still Save as my Network Requirements Expand?

There is continuous innovation in the area of Wide Area Networking. New technologies including Software Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) allow you to to get improved performance from your existing Broadband Internet or help you save on more expensive options such as MPLS networks. As you make changes to your telecom network, it is advised to review your infrastructure to see if you can take advantage of new technologies to increase your service levels and save.

What Else Should I Consider When Qualifying New Locations, Adding Locations or Making any Changes to my Telecom Network?

As your business expands, there are many other considerations to ensure your Telecom Network keeps up with your needs. Industry regulations for compliance, Cloud Computing and security all place additional demands on your networking infrastructure. As you add locations, relocate, or make additional changes to your Telecom network, you should have policies in place to ensure your network meets the additional demands of these key considerations.

If you are considering making changes to your Telecom Network, be sure to reach out to Dynamic Network Advisors to have one of our Telecom Networking experts provide consultation. Not only will you avoid unforeseen headaches, it could save you money in the long run.