The talk on Telecom still seems to be focused on BYOD- and the verdict is mixed. The conclusion for us on this topic is basically a buyer beware scenario. Know what you’re getting into. This really can have it’s advantages but if a company is not prepared for incorporating this type of work style, it can be a disaster.
http://www.networkworld.com/community/node/80736
http://www.networkworld.com/newsletters/converg/2012/070912convergence1.html
Same can be said about the cloud- great technology, some major pluses for small companies as well, but get educated on it. Best way to know if it fits your business needs specifically is inquiring with your NW MAP Agents: https://nwmap.com/contact-us
CenturyLink is accepting a $35 million grant from the FCC’s Connect America Fund (CAF) to deploy broadband service to 45,000 homes in rural areas that are deemed “unserved.”
Windstream talks about their new service. They believe their Professional Bundle will give SMBs the same IP-based service capabilities as large businesses. “Many small businesses do not have the specialized staff to support their IT needs, nor the design team to build and maintain their own websites,” said Don Perkins, vice president of business marketing, Windstream, in a release announcing the new service. “With Windstream’s Professional Bundle, we help customers significantly reduce expense and complexity associated with computer repair and website maintenance.”
Read more: http://www.fiercetelecom.com/story/windstream-serves-it-telecom-service-bundles-smbs/2012-07-05
