Those operating within the network arena have, once again, demonstrated why this particular segment of the overall information and communications technology sector continues to emerge and flow constructively with the highs and lows of a variable market.
From a wide area network perspective, there has been a significant amount of development within the mobile and wireless market - underlined by the advent of broadband technologies and offerings including 3G, iBurst and Sentech technologies, in particular.
ADSL has also made a significant difference to broadband capabilities. The key benefits include improved performance and affordability. In retrospect, the local market is now characterised by a new level of mobility that has extended the workplace and improved total cost of ownership and is certainly securing a solid return on investment.
The benefits associated with the mobile workplace and integration of ADSL are known and understood, but only now being realised.
Businesses continue to consider the advantages of replacing Diginet lines with ADSL. Lower costs and higher performance, once again, are the key driving forces behind this trend.
In general, users enjoy a great deal more choice as far as the offerings of service providers are concerned. Decision-makers have embraced the integration of ADSL VPN solutions to improve levels of inter-branch and inter-office connectivity. Now businesses experience the benefit of direct communication with head-office through reliable, robust connectivity.
Companies have a new lease on corporate communication capability and the de-regulation of VOIP has opened industries up to a whole new level of digital operation. Businesses are in a far better position to consider the viability of the infrastructure and utilise it to the maximum advantage.
There is no doubt that the level of innovation and general development within the networking arena has made for an even more exciting and even more competitive environment. Necessity, competition and development are key factors.
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Integr8 IT (Pty) Ltd is a network technology services and solutions company. A recognised leader in the field of system integration, infrastructure management and support services, the company employs a wealth of highly skilled, best of breed, certified system engineers who are directly involved in high level consulting, support and integration.
The company`s core focus is on network infrastructures specialising in design, planning, deployment, management and maintenance. Offices are located in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and representation in Port Elizabeth, East London, and nationally across the southern Africa region.
Integr8 IT is a Microsoft Certified Gold Partner for Enterprise Systems and Advanced Infrastructure Solutions. It has been accredited as the Mid-Market Infrastructure Integrator of the Year for the last two consecutive years. Named as one of the country`s top ICTe companies and honoured with a position among South Africa`s Technology Top 100 Companies, Integr8 IT has established itself as a strategic partner with several internationally-recognised technology vendors and industry leaders, including: 3Com, CA, Citrix, Intel, Microsoft, MTN Network Solutions and Attix 5.
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