Remote work is here to stay. Remote workers need better internet.

To meet the demands of an ever-changing work landscape, workers and employers alike require connectivity options that are flexible, dependable, and economically viable.

Modern remote work calls for internet solutions that are both mobile and versatile, rather than being tied down to downtown office buildings with expensive infrastructure. Rather than invest in creating new infrastructure in far-flung areas, telecom companies are often reluctant to engage, thereby failing to evolve with changing market needs.

To adhere to the rapidly emerging requirements of a flexible and agile workforce, innovative internet service offerings are a must-have for remote workers and enterprises. By failing to provide newer solutions, traditional connectivity options fail remote work in three vital aspects, namely its lack of portability, affordability, and reliability.

1. Portability:

The ability to establish a mobile hotspot on demand has become essential for remote workers and businesses with offsite operations. Reliable Wi-Fi accessibility is as paramount for off-site workers as it is for global operations that are often conducted with vehicles on the go. Unfortunately, the majority of enterprises and remote employees depend on one lone telecommunications provider for their internet provision. Due to the limited geographic reach of these providers, interruptions and blackouts occur unpredictably when transitioning across different areas.

2. Reliability: 

The ability to stay consistently connected is just as important as having the freedom to be mobile when trying to maintain productivity and preserve seamless business operations in the era of remote work. Despite this, businesses in areas with poor or inadequate internet, namely rural areas, face connectivity challenges unique to slow or limited connections. Conversely, while individuals in busy cities may enjoy more stable connections, they similarly confront obstacles, from harsh weather to natural disasters, that test the reliability of their connections.

3. Affordability:

Given the rise of hybrid and remote work, businesses can no longer rely on investing in internet infrastructure for select locations to achieve cost savings. The truth is, that affordable solutions that offer both portability and reliability are hard to come by. To establish a seamless connection, multiple carriers are often necessary for flexibility, resulting in expensive long-term contracts and equipment. Unfortunately, this approach is not always feasible for the average business or remote worker.

Various options for connectivity offer potential solutions, including the utilisation of software-defined networking (SDN) to control network components such as switches, routers, and firewalls through software; mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) that lease network services from other providers to provide wireless communication services; and hybrid connectivity solutions that integrate different networking technologies like wired and wireless networks.

One consideration for businesses is the utilisation of ISP bonding, which serves as a hybrid option that offers a more affordable choice in contrast to traditional internet connections. Therefore, it eliminates the expense of new fibre optic cables or upgrading current infrastructure. These alternate measures are more dependable and wallet-friendly when compared to mainstream telecom providers in overcoming connectivity challenges.

Optimising the current telecom infrastructure is the key to achieving seamless and reliable connectivity at a low cost for individuals and businesses working remotely. Such aggregated connectivity, besides being climate-proof, assures uninterrupted operation even when catastrophic weather conditions input in disturbing the regular circuitry.

As various regions begin to reintroduce in-office work, it is essential to recognise that remote work will persist and expand. Therefore, both businesses and employees must explore more convenient, dependable, and cost-effective methods of accessing the Internet. By prioritising inventive internet solutions, we can motivate the telecommunications industry to enhance its offerings and effectively support the increasing number of remote workers.

At Logixal, we support businesses with intelligent solutions that we use ourselves, so we know that every market-leading solution we offer will help your team work smarter, not harder while benefitting from a complete Unified Communications platform. 

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