26 February 2024
Do you know that box in that cupboard in your business with all the network cables coming into and out of it... Do you know what it does? How to fix a problem with your network if something were to go wrong or become disconnected?
Many Businesses admit that they would not know where to start. However, proper maintenance and monitoring of all this equipment is crucial for ensuring the operational efficiency of your business and protecting sensitive data. Key components like switches, firewalls, servers, and Wi-Fi access points, form the backbone of your business’ IT infrastructure. However, the vast majority of these devices go beyond mere “plug and play” operations, requiring expert knowledge to effectively manage and maintain.
This is where TwentyFour IT Services come in, we work with businesses to not only organise the nest of cables you may currently have, but to ensure that your business network infrastructure is actively monitored and maintained by our experts. We ensure that you have the correct hardware and infrastructure in place to operate seamlessly and efficiently.
The Importance of Expert IT Network Management
At the heart of every modern business lies its IT network infrastructure. This can include a vast variety of components, including:
Routers: Unlike your home Router, this could be a dedicated piece of hardware designed to manage your connection to and from the outside world.
Switches: These are the building blocks of any network. Switches direct data to its destination, such as Ethernet Ports in your building, Wi-Fi Access Points, CCTV, Building Access Control, Physical Servers, Firewalls and more.
Firewalls: These act as sentinels on the edge of your network, guarding the network against external targeted threats. However, these can also exist in the cloud as part of a larger network management solution through tools such as SASE.
Wi-Fi Access Points: Whereas your home Router may have Wi-Fi built into it, Wi-Fi access points act as your dedicated wireless solution for your business, providing Wi-Fi coverage where you need it in your business. This could be office space, warehouses, car parks, shopping centres, theatres, conference rooms, stadiums and much more besides. For businesses, a robust Wi-Fi network is essential in today’s mobile-first business space.
Managing these components requires an expert understanding of network architecture, devices, compatibility, and security protocols. Our team of network engineers are here to ensure that your business’ network infrastructure works for you, and not against you.
How TwentyFour can help to Manage your Network Infrastructure
TwentyFour IT Services offer comprehensive solutions for network security, monitoring, and management, encompassing several key strategies:
Customised Network Solutions: We work with businesses to ensure that their network infrastructure is tailored to meet specific business needs and help them to grow. We don’t want to be putting in solutions that need replacing in 6-8 months as your business grows.
Proactive Monitoring and Maintenance: Utilising industry-leading Network Monitoring tools, we ensure real-time monitoring to spot potential issues as soon as they happen, meaning that we can work with you to prevent this issue and/or reduce downtime as the result of network problems. These tools provide deep visibility into network performance, allowing for effective management of switches, firewalls, Wi-Fi access points and other critical components.
Advanced Security Measures: Implementing industry-leading monitoring and security protocols, combining tools such as Network Monitoring. with SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) and our own SOC (Security Operations Center) services. These solutions provide our experts with real-time analysis of security alerts, while our SOC provides continuous monitoring and analysis of your entire organisation’s security posture.
Your network infrastructure is the backbone of your connectivity and ability to work effectively, as such it requires expert monitoring and management to ensure that your business and your employees can work efficiently. TwentyFour IT Services are here to support your business and ensure that you have the solutions in place so that you can focus on your growth goals, and not have to worry about your IT and Cyber Security.
Contact us to find out more.
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