Teachers 'want video conferencing solutions', says Polycom

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 11:42:59 GMT

More than three-quarters of British teachers would like access to

Scalable video conferencing architecture key for Polycom

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 11:40:02 GMT

Polycom has acquired video collaboration specialist ViVu as it attempts to improve video conferencing deployment by boosting scalability. The firms will work together on embedding key applications into Polycom's unified communications offering - boosting its service adaptability.

Video conferencing is a 'popular meeting room solution'

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 11:54:20 GMT

New research has shown that 78 per cent of businesses are either using or planning to use video conf ...

Polycom brings video conferencing to tablets

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 11:24:08 GMT

Video conferencing expert Polycom has dipped its toe into the tablet marketplace as business communications solutions go increasingly mobile. The move comes as analysts predict huge growth in the unified communications marketplace.

Microsoft's Skype takeover approved by EC

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 12:43:21 GMT

Microsoft's $8.5 billion (£5.4 billion) takeover of voice over internet protocol (VoIP) sp ...

Unified communications is 'all about mobility'

Thu, 6 Oct 2011 11:08:46 GMT

Mobility is one of the most important considerations for businesses adopting unified communications solutions, it has been claimed. New figures from Nemertes Research have shown that telecommuting is on the increase and that businesses are willing to spend more on mobility in the workplace.

Mobile working has become a 'phenomenon'

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 10:53:01 GMT

Home working has become a phenomenon as the benefits of having a virtual workforce are realised ...

Video conferencing 'at an inflection point with other technology'

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 09:59:22 GMT

Firms may find that using video conferencing solutions is increasingly viable as faster broadband and better cloud computing options become available, according to an expert from Cisco.

NHS hospitals in Cumbria and Lancashire to use video conferencing

Fri, 9 Sep 2011 10:03:23 GMT

NHS hospitals in Cumbria and Lancashire are set to use video conferencing solutions to provide more efficient treatment to stroke patients in the region.

Video conferencing 'a more effective form of communication'

Wed, 7 Sep 2011 10:34:11 GMT

Utilising video conferencing solutions may enable employees to communicate with clients and customers in a more effective and personable way, it has been suggested.

Videoconferencing 'can improve business effectiveness'

Mon, 5 Sep 2011 10:44:30 GMT

Companies that invest in videoconferencing solutions may be able to increase the efficiency of their organisation and provide staff with a better working environment, an expert has stated.

Cloud-based video conferencing 'should perform on unreliable connections'

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:50:39 GMT

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) considering updating their telepresence technology to a cloud-based video conferencing solution have been advised to ensure that their chosen system will work well even with a poor network connection.

Council to use UC to maintain service levels with less office space

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 09:21:26 GMT

Plymouth City Council has opted for a unified communications (UC) system to enable it to maintain its current level of service despite having recently downgraded the amount of office space it has.

Desktop video conferencing 'offers greater flexibility than telepresence rooms'

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 09:02:23 GMT

A law firm recently started using desktop video conferencing technology rather than telepresence rooms to enable employees to meet with clients online while in their offices, where they may have readier access to vital information and documents.

Clear goals needed when implementing video conferencing solutions

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:56:08 GMT

Organisations considering implementing video conferencing solutions within their company need to "begin with goals" and roll it out as part of a larger unified communications strategy, an expert has stated.

Sophisticated functionality is possible with VoIP

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:05:26 GMT

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can extract a fairly sophisticated level of functionality from modern voice over internet protocol (VoIP) technology.

Council dubs video conferencing a "smart investment"

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 15:38:30 GMT

Ayrshire Council, which has recently adopted a unified communications solution that incorporates video conferencing, has dubbed the technology a "smart investment".

Sophos to boost UK channel partner recruitment

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 11:58:05 GMT

Software specialist Sophos has embarked on a UK channel partner recruitment drive as it attempts to expand its reach in the small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) market.

Dark fibre network helps boost video conferencing in York

Tue, 9 Aug 2011 10:43:56 GMT

York has developed a dark fibre network connecting the city's schools and libraries that promises to boost distance learning using video conferencing technology.

Video conferencing 'next best thing to meeting in person'

Fri, 5 Aug 2011 09:20:19 GMT

Video conferencing can help reduce business travel and is the "next best thing" to meeting face-to-face with clients and colleagues, an expert from Citrix Online has asserted.

Transport minister urges Londoners to use video conferencing

Thu, 4 Aug 2011 10:02:02 GMT

Transport minister Norman Baker has urged workers in London to consider making greater use of video conferencing solutions during the Olympic Games next year.

Channel partners are crucial for instilling confidence in customers

Wed, 3 Aug 2011 12:47:01 GMT

Channel partners play an important role in instilling confidence in prospective customers considering adopting technology such as cloud computing, an expert has stated.

South-west hospitals connected through video conferencing

Tue, 2 Aug 2011 10:02:50 GMT

Bristol Royal Children's Hospital will be using video conferencing solutions to provide medical expertise to two other hospitals in the region in a bid to reduce travel and disruption for vulnerable patients and increase the efficiency of the services offered.

MoD promotes video conferencing to cut travel expenses

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 08:59:20 GMT

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is looking to reduce its expenditure on hotels and travel by promoting the use of video conferencing solutions among its staff.

Centrix to expand UK channel partner programme

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 13:09:10 GMT

Centrix Software has unveiled plans to expand its channel partner programme in the UK, taking its total number of partners up to 42.

Police force to curb costs using video conferencing solutions

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 13:08:34 GMT

Gwent Police is implementing video conferencing technology in a bid to reduce its impact on the environment and cut its outgoings as the cost of fuel remains high.

Video conferencing to 'seamlessly integrate' staff at law firm

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 15:11:59 GMT

Law firm Minter Ellison has unveiled plans to implement video conferencing technology in its offices, which it says will improve client experience and develop integration of employees in different locations.

Channel partners 'vital for managing end-user relationships'

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 13:27:59 GMT

Among the main benefits firms using channel partners might see are that they can help to manage end-user relationships effectively and improve sales figures, experts have suggested.

Video conferencing 'effective for firms with multi-lingual staff'

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 13:27:12 GMT

Companies employing staff with different first languages may find that video conferencing eases communication between workers, according to an engineering consultancy firm.

Banks 'may benefit from utilising video conferencing solutions'

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 12:02:30 GMT

Banks and other financial institutions may be able to offer better levels of customer service by utilising technology such as video conferencing, an expert in the sector has stated.

Alteva: Channel partner programme 'has boosted sales'

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 11:50:09 GMT

Chief sales officer at unified communications firm Alteva Louis Hayner has revealed that its channel partner programme has significantly improved the productivity of its sales force.

LiNKS to use video conferencing to offer more interpretive services

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 11:15:42 GMT

LiNKS Sign Language and Interpreting Services is preparing to use video conferencing to improve the flexibility of its interpretation offerings to businesses, hospitals, schools and other organisations.

Microsoft 'number one unified communications vendor'

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 13:03:09 GMT

IT giant Microsoft is the top provider of unified communications services, according to new figures from ABI Research.

Video conferencing 'can break down patient care boundaries'

Fri, 8 Jul 2011 11:13:52 GMT

A doctor in the US has asserted that video conferencing can be utilised to enable those in his profession to provide care for patients situated far from their practices.

Hospital benefits from new video conferencing solution

Thu, 7 Jul 2011 11:32:37 GMT

Video conferencing technology has been installed at the University of Minnesota Amplatz Children's Hospital to improve the communication options available to staff and patients.

Cisco hosts EMEA channel partner summit

Wed, 6 Jul 2011 10:59:16 GMT

Communications technology firm Cisco held its first channel partner summit in Kuwait last week, where it gave out awards to the top performing companies.

Video conferencing adopted by US Congress to save money

Tue, 5 Jul 2011 09:54:47 GMT

The US House of Representatives' Committee on Administration (HRCA) has announced that members of Congress will be permitted to use video conferencing in a bid to save money and promote better communication.

Video conferencing specialist solves interoperability issues

Fri, 1 Jul 2011 11:09:24 GMT

Video conferencing solutions developer Blue Jeans Network (BJN) claims it has solved the issue of ensuring interoperability in the cloud.

Europe ups investment in high bandwidth connectivity research

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 12:59:58 GMT

Europe is investing more than £20 million in 13 high bandwidth connectivity research projects across the continent in an attempt to make ultra-fast broadband a reality by 2020.

Unified communications is an 'emerging market'

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:09:10 GMT

Larger enterprises are readily adopting unified communications solutions, but for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) the technology still represents an "emerging market".

Microsoft's channel partner network puts it ahead of Google

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:08:18 GMT

Microsoft's extensive channel partner "ecosystem" puts it ahead of Google when it comes to pushing cloud-based services - like its recently-released Office 365.

Google to incorporate video conferencing into Chrome

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 10:43:07 GMT

Google is set to take on Skype by incorporating video conferencing software directly into its Chrome browser.

Cloud-based video conferencing for iPads approaches

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 13:07:12 GMT

A cloud-based video conferencing solution for Apple's iPad is set to be introduced by unified c ...

Cloud-based video conferencing for iPads approahces

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 11:47:56 GMT

A cloud-based video conferencing solution for Apple's iPad is set to be introduced by unified communications specialist Polycom.

Kaspersky Lab ramps up channel partner recruitment

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 12:53:44 GMT

Internet security specialist Kaspersky Lab is attempting to boost its sales in the US market by bolstering its channel partner recruitment programme.

Skype boosts Facebook integration

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 10:48:24 GMT

Video conferencing and unified communications specialist Skype has embedded its services more deeply into Facebook with the release of its latest update.

SMEs overestimate cost of video conferencing

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 13:05:57 GMT

The cost of adopting video conferencing - and other unified communications solutions - is often overestimated by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Video conferencing in healthcare will drive sector forward

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 12:59:47 GMT

The case for video conferencing in the healthcare sector is stronger than ever now that reliability and bandwidth concerns have been addressed.

Dell channel partner revamp will take a year

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 11:22:48 GMT

Dell expects the drastic overhaul of its channel partner programme to take about a year as resellers are brought up to speed with the firm's latest acquisitions.

BT to connect 5m to fibre optic broadband

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 11:21:58 GMT

BT has stepped up the roll-out of its high bandwidth connectivity fibre optic broadband and expects to have five million people connected to the service by the end of June.

Skype to offer TV-based video conferencing

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 10:52:11 GMT

Skype has struck a partnership with US telecoms giant Comcast that will see subscribers offered video conferencing capabilities in their homes via their television sets.

BT to innovate with new unified communications partner

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 11:50:03 GMT

BT has teamed up with video conferencing expert ZTE Corporation on a new research project that will explore the potential for innovation in the fixed-line and mobile communications sector.

Dell keeps channel partners informed with storage forum

Wed, 8 Jun 2011 11:02:33 GMT

Dell's channel partners are being kept up to speed with the latest developments in the storage industry at the inaugural Dell Storage Forum.

Polycom pushes for open video conferencing standards

Tue, 7 Jun 2011 10:44:59 GMT

Video conferencing vendor Polycom is leading the charge for the creation of a new Open Visual Commun ...

Red Hat EMEA Partner Summit kicks-off on Sunday

Fri, 3 Jun 2011 14:26:23 GMT

The Red Hat EMEA Partner Summit is expected to get off to a flying start in Dublin on Sunday (June 5th) as guest speakers from around the world offer practical advice and share their experiences.

Microsoft to make Windows 8 'tablet friendly'

Thu, 2 Jun 2011 12:17:55 GMT

As demand for desktop virtualization and ultra-portable computing rises, Microsoft has set its sights on a complete redesign of its Windows operating system so that users can swap between standard desktop PCs and tablets more easily.

Desktop management specialist boosts channel partner recruitment

Wed, 1 Jun 2011 11:23:10 GMT

A desktop virtualization specialist has boosted its channel partner recruitment drive - appointing five new organisations - as it attempts to address rising demand for the technology in the UK.

Unified communications standards 'need to be set'

Tue, 31 May 2011 10:48:47 GMT

A standard set of unified communications guidelines needs to be put in place if companies are to achieve seamless integration.

US doctors recognise benefits of video conferencing

Thu, 26 May 2011 13:09:28 GMT

A sizeable number of US doctors have adopted video conferencing technologies as a means of interacting with patients - a move that has been described by IT experts as a significant breakthrough.

Avaya offers channel partners social media support

Wed, 25 May 2011 11:39:39 GMT

Unified communications specialist Avaya is offering free social media marketing support to its channel partners until the end of May to help them make the most of their limited resources.

Video conferencing 'isn't just for large enterprises'

Fri, 20 May 2011 11:47:15 GMT

The view that video conferencing solutions are only for large companies is hampering the uptake of the technology amongst small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Dell overhauls channel partner programme

Wed, 18 May 2011 10:47:58 GMT

Dell has revamped its channel partner programme in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) - creating a two-tiered system so that customers can easily differentiate between the firm's 544 collaborators in the region.

HP tries to woo channel partners with WebOS

Mon, 16 May 2011 10:44:20 GMT

Hewlett Packard (HP) is attempting to bolster channel partner recruitment and get its reseller network excited about WebOS - its latest foray into online operating systems.

Red Hat success is down to channel partners

Thu, 12 May 2011 11:16:55 GMT

Open source operating system developer Red Hat has claimed that its strong performance during the recent economic uncertainty was down to its effective channel partner programme.

Intel extends its channel partner management programme

Wed, 11 May 2011 10:55:26 GMT

Intel has expanded its channel partner programme in the Asia Pacific region as it attempts to promote sustained success and continued growth .

Social media 'now a part of channel partner management'

Tue, 10 May 2011 11:30:22 GMT

Social media has become a key aspect of channel partner management as businesses adopt the latest technologies to get the best returns on their investments.

Nearly half of SMBs investing more in wireless WAN

Fri, 4 Mar 2011 18:10:12 GMT

A new research report by InformationWeek Analytics, Next-Gen WAN Options, has revealed that 47% of c ...

Inadequate infrastructure is hampering business connectivity

Fri, 4 Mar 2011 13:57:43 GMT

High bandwidth business connectivity in the UK is being hampered by inadequate IT infrastructure, it has been claimed.

BT fibre optic cabinets 'not being upgraded'

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 15:00:45 GMT

High bandwidth connectivity provider BT is not updating all its street cabinets with the latest fibre optic technology, it has been revealed.

UK is still lagging behind Europe in terms of next generation network technology

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 12:07:41 GMT

The UK has made positive steps towards the widespread adoption of next generation network technology, but it is still lagging behind the rest of Europe in terms of access to high bandwidth connectivity solutions.

Rural high bandwidth connectivity will come in time

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 12:07:01 GMT

High bandwidth connectivity expert the Broadband Stakeholder Group (BSG) has said that super-fast broadband will arrive in rural areas - but patience is needed.

4G LTE to become dominant force in 2012

Wed, 9 Feb 2011 12:15:33 GMT

When it comes to mobile, high bandwidth connectivity, 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology is set to become the dominant force by 2012.

High bandwidth connectivity demand is growing rapidly

Tue, 8 Feb 2011 11:25:57 GMT

Businesses are increasingly demanding faster and more reliable high bandwidth connectivity solutions thanks to growth in the cloud computing sector.

Unified communications is boosting business flexibility

Mon, 7 Feb 2011 14:17:50 GMT

Unified communications (UC) technology is being embraced by more firms and it is dramatically improving business flexibility and adaptability.

High bandwidth connectivity benefits need to be publicised

Fri, 4 Feb 2011 17:05:41 GMT

The huge benefits that come with increased levels of high bandwidth connectivity need to be publicised on a wider scale.

Ofcom is to review the Digital Economy Act

Thu, 3 Feb 2011 13:49:53 GMT

The last government's controversial Digital Economy Act is set to be reviewed by Ofcom after culture secretary Jeremy Hunt voiced concerns over the legislation's implementation.

High bandwidth connectivity research gets UK funding boost

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 13:34:26 GMT

Research into a new technology that could make high bandwidth connectivity in the UK 100 times faster has just been given a £7.2 million boost by universities and science minister David Willetts.

Firms should test performance of high bandwidth connectivity

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 15:26:55 GMT

Businesses should deploy web performance tools to ensure their high bandwidth connectivity solutions can cope with a deluge of web traffic.

Dedicated leased line access to get cheaper in rural Britain

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 15:45:02 GMT

Ofcom is putting pressure on BT to reduce the cost of its high bandwidth connectivity services - reductions that could be passed on to internet service providers (ISPs) and eventually their customers.

Business expansion in Asia is driven by telecoms advancement

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 17:16:22 GMT

The Asian business market - particularly in India - has been buoyed during the global economic ...

Bandwidth will be key consideration as cloud computing takes off

Fri, 7 Jan 2011 10:56:48 GMT

High bandwidth connectivity will be a key concern for businesses adopting outsourced cloud computing ...

IDC rates customer service highly

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 13:40:12 GMT

In a yearly survey conducted by International Data Corporation (IDC) Asia's top ICT group, SingTel, ...

The US has backed open access business connectivity

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 11:55:09 GMT

The US's Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has voted in favour of preserving the open access nature of the internet, allowing for both freedom of expression and the freedom to innovate.

Low-tech smartphones to change business connectivity

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 12:00:44 GMT

Low-tech smartphones are set to revolutionise business connectivity in the coming year as both consumers and companies opt for feature-limited, but cost effective devices.

4G LTE business connectivity not for 2011

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 12:09:00 GMT

2011 will not be the year of widespread 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) business connectivity adoption, according to a new white paper published by ABI Research.

Business connectivity customers unaware of media tablet proliferation

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 11:51:09 GMT

Many consumers and business connectivity customers are unaware of the widespread adoption of tablet PCs and the huge number of manufacturers releasing devices into the marketplace.

Tablets are the cornerstone of business connectivity convergence

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 11:57:35 GMT

The Tablet PC industry is quickly becoming the cornerstone of business connectivity and consumer communications convergence.

Business connectivity security jeopardised by Wikileaks hackers

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 11:56:12 GMT

Data security is still a major issue for IT professionals adopting a server virtualization data hosting solution.

Concerns BT will increase its business connectivity market share

Fri, 10 Dec 2010 11:50:03 GMT

IT experts have raised concerns that the government's plan to put the UK at the forefront of Europe's business connectivity league table will cement BT's position as the leader of the next generation network market.

4G LTE business connectivity spreads in the US

Thu, 9 Dec 2010 12:14:51 GMT

The launch of 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) in the US took place on December 6th and the business connectivity solution is already starting to spread.

UK business connectivity to be 'best in Europe'

Wed, 8 Dec 2010 12:05:56 GMT

Business connectivity in the UK could become the best in Europe as the government announces a new investment strategy to support the rolling-out of next generation network access.

4G LTE 'not the business connectivity solution of choice'

Fri, 3 Dec 2010 12:15:33 GMT

Next generation wireless dedicated access technology 4G Long Term Evolution will not become the business connectivity norm for five years, it has been claimed.

Business connectivity 'as important as water and electricity'

Thu, 2 Dec 2010 12:01:38 GMT

Business connectivity is vital for firms and broadband should be available to 100 per cent of companies, it has been stressed.

Business connectivity revenues to soar

Wed, 1 Dec 2010 15:15:02 GMT

Business connectivity revenues in the UK - and around the globe - are set to soar as fixed broadband services become a necessity.

High bandwidth business connectivity 'a core IT infrastructure issue'

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 11:58:30 GMT

High bandwidth dedicated access technologies will have to be improved rapidly in the coming years.

Battle begins over wireless business connectivity

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 12:02:31 GMT

The battle lines have been drawn as mobile next generation network providers vie for lucrative 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) infrastructure contracts.

Demand for unified IP networks is up

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 13:45:27 GMT

Demand for unified IP networks and VoIP solutions have risen in recent months, it has been claimed.

Business connectivity proliferation raises security concerns

Tue, 23 Nov 2010 13:44:23 GMT

The recent spate of high profile online attacks has raised a number of network infrastructure security issues that are seemingly a direct consequence of the rapid uptake of business connectivity solutions.

Mobile business connectivity is an important consideration

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 12:04:28 GMT

Mobile business connectivity solutions are becoming a more pressing concern for companies - particularly those operating in the retail sector.

Unified communications uptake growth buoys business connectivity growth

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 12:09:59 GMT

The widespread uptake of unified communications technology is buoying demand for dedicated access technologies and other unified business connectivity solutions.

Vaizey calls for two-tiered business connectivity

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 13:47:15 GMT

Net neutrality is under threat in the UK as communications minister Ed Vaizey calls for business connectivity to be split into two tiers.

Unified IP network uptake could be boosted by web conferencing

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 13:45:16 GMT

The rapid growth in the unified IP network sector is expected to continue as efficient communications technologies become more commonplace.

Next-gen wireless business connectivity delayed until 2015

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 11:40:03 GMT

The next generation wireless business connectivity solution know as 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) will not be made commercially available in the UK until 2015, it has been claimed.

Cloud services to become a staple for business connectivity providers

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 18:05:07 GMT

Singapore Telecommunications (SingTel) is gearing itself up to become a major global cloud servic ...

4G LTE business connectivity market to grow tenfold

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 12:17:52 GMT

The 4G LTE market is expected to expand by a factor of ten in the next four years.

Somerset's schools to get next generation network technology

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 13:10:23 GMT

All of Somerset's 269 schools are set to benefit from next generation network technology in the near ...

Next generation network infrastructure to reach 90 per cent

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 13:09:21 GMT

BT has announced that it will target 90 per cent of properties with consumer and business connectivi ...

Gartner: Business connectivity use to change

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 10:18:04 GMT

The use of business connectivity solutions is set to undergo a huge change in the coming years, it has been claimed.

Mobile operators to spend billions on 4G LTE business connectivity

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 10:16:09 GMT

Mobile phone operators are expected to spend billions of dollars on 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology in the coming years, it has been claimed.

Eastern Europe leads the way in terms of high bandwidth connectivity

Thu, 11 Nov 2010 13:10:01 GMT

Central and Eastern Europe is leading the way when it comes to the implementation of next generation network infrastructure - such as fibre to the home technology.

Location 'a core aspect of next generation business connectivity'

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 12:15:27 GMT

Business connectivity solutions are going to be more location driven as geo-enabled web browsers become the norm, according to a new study from ABI Research.

4G LTE business connectivity to be worth $100bn

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 12:13:49 GMT

The 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) business connectivity sector is set to grow dramatically in the coming years.

New business connectivity solutions 'getting more popular'

Mon, 8 Nov 2010 12:22:12 GMT

More businesses are turning to next generation business connectivity solutions - like unified IP - in order to cut costs and boost productivity.

Rising demand for flexible working poses business connectivity challenges

Mon, 8 Nov 2010 12:21:27 GMT

Demand for flexible working in the UK and Europe is expected to continue increasing in the coming years.

Europe tests business connectivity security

Mon, 8 Nov 2010 12:20:12 GMT

The first ever pan-European connectivity security test has been undertaken to gauge the resilience of business connectivity solutions on the continent.

Business connectivity market rebounds

Fri, 5 Nov 2010 12:47:26 GMT

The business connectivity market has bounced back from the recent global economic downturn, it has been claimed.

Wireless high bandwidth connectivity 'to become tiered'

Fri, 5 Nov 2010 12:46:14 GMT

Companies opting for wireless high bandwidth connectivity solutions could soon find their dedicated access technology is limited in terms of download speeds.

UK's online economy worth �100bn

Thu, 4 Nov 2010 13:59:56 GMT

The importance of business connectivity has been highlighted after new research from the Boston Consulting Group showed that Britain's digital economy is worth £100 billion.

Business connectivity investment on the up

Thu, 4 Nov 2010 13:59:12 GMT

Investment in business connectivity solutions such as voice over internet protocol (VoIP) solutions is on the up, despite the recent economic downturn.

Next generation business connectivity could benefit sporting events

Wed, 3 Nov 2010 11:51:40 GMT

Next generation networking equipment could become a major player in future sporting events.

Server virtualization is changing e-commerce

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 14:34:31 GMT

Server and storage virtualization technology is changing the world of e-commerce.

Powerline Ethernet point to point 'made easy'

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:09:12 GMT

The proliferation of powerline-based Ethernet point to point could be closer to reality than many businesses think.

Mobile high bandwidth connectivity revenue to grow

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 15:16:56 GMT

The mobile high bandwidth connectivity sector is set to grow massively in the coming years, it has been claimed.

4G LTE gets close to 100Mbps downloads

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 13:12:02 GMT

New tests of 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology has shown that wireless connectivity solution could be getting close to outperforming standard wired networking solutions.

BT announces fastest ever dedicated access technologies

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 16:55:52 GMT

BT has announced the launch of its fastest ever dedicated access technologies.

Next generation high bandwidth connectivity 'not guaranteed'

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 11:54:56 GMT

The next generation of high bandwidth connectivity is not guaranteed in British cities, it has been claimed.

Long distance 100GB Ethernet successfully tested

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 14:07:14 GMT

A long distance trial of 100GB Ethernet point to point technology has been successfully completed.

Access to BT's fibre optic network could boost competition

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 12:59:20 GMT

When dedicated leased line businesses gain access to BT's fibre optic next generation network infrastructure, competition in the business connectivity sector will drive down prices.

Dedicated network access traffic management 'controversial'

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 12:04:37 GMT

Next generation network traffic management is still a controversial issue of the UK's IT sector, it has been claimed.

Ethernet Alliance commends IEEE on Ethernet point to point standards

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 12:04:12 GMT

The Ethernet Alliance has commended the IEEE on its ratification of the energy-efficient Ethernet point to point standard.

Dedicated bandwidth shortage could damage online TV

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 11:51:40 GMT

The online broadcasting sector could suffer from a lack of dedicated bandwidth solutions, it has been claimed.

Business connectivity boosts analytics demand

Fri, 8 Oct 2010 12:02:50 GMT

Steadily increasing business connectivity is driving demand for the latest analytics software, it has been claimed.

100GB Ethernet point to point to be showcased

Thu, 7 Oct 2010 11:56:43 GMT

IT vendors in the US are set to showcase the latest 100GB Ethernet point to point technology to delegates at the Supercomputing 2010 show this November.

Cost savings and virtualization solutions still at top of IT agenda

Tue, 5 Oct 2010 12:57:53 GMT

Cost savings and the widespread adoption of virtualization solutions are still at the top of the next generation network agenda, it has been claimed.

Rural business broadband could benefit from new BT infrastructure

Mon, 4 Oct 2010 12:15:02 GMT

New BT infrastructure could improve the plight of companies struggling with a lack of effective business connectivity solutions.

4G pioneers will win business connectivity war

Fri, 1 Oct 2010 11:30:19 GMT

Mobile business connectivity pioneers will gain an edge in the next generation network market if they are swift to adopt 4G technology.

Business connectivity customers 'to get more ethical about IT'

Fri, 1 Oct 2010 11:27:27 GMT

Business connectivity customers are set to get more ethical about their IT infrastructure as recycling becomes the norm, it has been claimed.

2010 F1 SingTel Singapore Grand Prix Opening New Doors to the Global Asian Market

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 11:25:12 GMT

Singapore has once again proved to be the jewel in the Formula One GP crown as it once more raised t ...

Video conferencing 'pretty close to face-to-face interaction'

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 11:59:27 GMT

The latest developments in the field of video conferencing are making the technology almost as effective as face-to-face interaction.

High bandwidth connectivity 'being used for cloud computing'

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 11:51:22 GMT

A growing number of companies are using their high bandwidth connections to use cloud computing, figures have shown.

Everyone in Europe to get broadband access

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 11:20:23 GMT

As demand for dedicated access technologies continues to grow, the European Commission has pledged to give everyone access to low latency connections by 2013.

IT managers 'cannot ignore wireless next generation network technology'

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 11:57:10 GMT

Businesses' IT managers cannot ignore the continued development of wireless high bandwidth connectivity technologies, it has been claimed.

Businesses need to prepare for increased high bandwidth connectivity demand

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 11:53:58 GMT

Businesses will need to prepare themselves for a bigger internet and greater demand for high bandwidth connectivity, it has been claimed.

100GB Ethernet to become a market force

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 12:44:05 GMT

The proliferation of 100GB Ethernet as a viable business connectivity solution has become more certain as London is connected to Frankfurt.

Google Instant 'will impact on high bandwidth connection users'

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:30:35 GMT

The introduction of Google Instant will have a major impact on companies who sell their products and services over high bandwidth connections, it has been claimed.

High bandwidth connectivity deals 'must offer flexibility'

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 12:06:43 GMT

It is important that those investing in high bandwidth connectivity choose a service that provides them with flexibility, it has been claimed.

High bandwidth connections 'should not be used for non-business data'

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 12:11:11 GMT

Companies must ensure that their employees are not using their high bandwidth connections to download large quantities of non-business data, an expert has warned.

High bandwidth connection competition 'on the rise'

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 14:12:29 GMT

Competition among companies providing high bandwidth connections has reached a new milestone, a watchdog has reported.

2Mbps target postponement 'will not impact on e-commerce'

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 12:10:35 GMT

The government's decision to postpone the roll-out of universal 2Mbps broadband should not have a major impact on the UK's businesses, it has been suggested.

Barriers to high bandwidth connectivity 'have fallen'

Thu, 9 Sep 2010 14:11:55 GMT

The barriers have fallen in terms of high bandwidth connectivity for UK businesses, an expert has claimed.

Ethernet first mile speeds 'crucial for e-commerce companies'

Thu, 9 Sep 2010 12:06:09 GMT

The importance of the Ethernet first mile for companies operating in the e-commerce sector was recently highlighted by an industry commentator.

High bandwidth connectivity 'allows firms to set up call centres'

Tue, 7 Sep 2010 14:43:57 GMT

The growing availability of technology means that it can be easy for companies with high bandwidth connectivity to set up an in-house call centre, it has been claimed.

Splitting up BT could push up dedicated broadband costs

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 11:19:49 GMT

Breaking up BT to reduce its market share would drive up the cost of high bandwidth connectivity for businesses, it has been claimed.

Mobile internet is no threat to leased line alternatives

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 11:16:24 GMT

Despite the proliferation of smartphones, mobile broadband technology is currently no match for landline-based resilient internet access solutions.

High bandwidth connectivity vital with web 2.0 apps

Wed, 1 Sep 2010 13:16:41 GMT

With the proliferation of web 2.0 applications and services gathering pace, high bandwidth connectivity has become a key issue for many firms.

Optimised managed WAN solutions 'are beneficial'

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:22:42 GMT

The implementation of optimised managed WAN solutions can help boost MPLS networks performance, it has been claimed,

Global business connectivity demand grows

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 11:31:08 GMT

The growth in business connectivity was strong during the first six months of 2010, it has been claimed.

Ethernet contributes to switch market growth

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 13:41:00 GMT

The growing use of carrier Ethernet services has contributed to revenue growth in the switches and routers market, according to new figures.

Report considers future of business connectivity

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:56:05 GMT

A new report has shed light on business connectivity issues which are set to dominate the thoughts of IT staff in the coming years.

Eircom improves next generation network service

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 13:24:55 GMT

Irish telecommunications firm Eircom has increased the speeds that are available through its next generation network services.

Research highlights growth in IP-to-IP connectivity

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:29:04 GMT

New business connectivity research has highlighted that IP-to-IP services are continuing to rise in popularity.

WAN optimisation 'increasingly important'

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:20:06 GMT

Many businesses are viewing the optimisation of managed WAN solutions as a key part of their IT operations, an expert has suggested.

IDC study hints at Ethernet growth

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 11:34:50 GMT

Demand for managed Ethernet services and similar solutions is continuing to grow across the globe, new figures have suggested.

VoIP users 'must monitor business connectivity'

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:09:42 GMT

Organisations that make use of VoIP services should keep tabs on their business connectivity, an expert has suggested.

MPLS networks 'boosting reputation of telecom operators'

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 11:33:16 GMT

Telecom operators could see their reputation boosted among businesses by their use of multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) networks, it has been suggested.

Ethernet point-to-point services 'can transform businesses'

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 12:59:03 GMT

Businesses that make use of Ethernet point-to-point could transform their operations, it has been suggested.

Digital leased lines 'an alternative connectivity option'

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 11:40:02 GMT

Businesses often find digital leased lines based on wireless services to be an "alternative connectivity option" when it comes to internet access, it has been suggested.

Demand for bandwidth 'boosting Ethernet adoption'

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 11:32:33 GMT

The adoption of managed Ethernet and similar solutions is being driven by rising demand for bandwidth across a range of sectors, it has been suggested.

Study highlights concerns over IP migration

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 13:18:17 GMT

New research has revealed the key concerns which impact on organisations considering a move to unified IP networks.

MPLS network solutions 'gaining ground with operators'

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 11:48:34 GMT

A large number of network operators are making use of multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) solutions, an expert has suggested.

Unified IP 'can cut costs considerably'

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 14:21:44 GMT

One IT industry specialist has explained how the use of unified IP has helped his organisation to cut costs considerably.

MPLS VPN 'an influential driver'

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 11:41:04 GMT

Harnessing the power of multi-protocol label switching technology to create virtual private networks is becoming an increasingly influential driver in the adoption of MPLS technology, it has been claimed.

Unified communications 'can reduce need for travel'

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 14:16:55 GMT

Unified communications solutions can help the country's workers to reduce the amount they travel and therefore their impact on the environment, the transport minister has claimed.

MPLS 'provides significant benefits' to IP networks

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 12:05:07 GMT

Adopting multi-protocol label switching technology (MPLS) can provide companies with significant benefits, particularly those with IP architecture, one source has noted.

MPLS 'has great security benefits'

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 14:27:54 GMT

There are several benefits to be had from adopting multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) technology, particularly when it comes to safeguarding company networks, it has been claimed.

Microsoft to boost unified communications usage

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 14:26:56 GMT

Microsoft has signed a new deal which will result in unified communications technology being used by more businesses across the planet.

New Edge pens MPLS deal with Telegration

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 12:02:20 GMT

An agreement has been signed between communications services specialist Telegration and New Edge Networks, which will see the former provide access to a fully managed nationwide multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) network.

Global unified IP market to top �10 bn

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 15:48:20 GMT

The global market for unified communication is expected to top $16.8 billion (£10.7 billion) by the year 2015, according to the latest report.

Globalcom signs MPLS deal with mobile data specialist

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 11:50:24 GMT

Reliance Globalcom has announced the signing of a new agreement with mobile data specialist Acision, which will see it provide the company with a hybrid Ethernet, multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) and internet VPN solution.

Worldwide IT spend to rise 2.8% in 2010

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 14:25:09 GMT

The overall worldwide spend on IT is set to continue to grow in 2010, according to the latest Gartner report.

Switch to high-speed MPLS 'a wise option'

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 14:24:22 GMT

Companies hoping to avoid being left behind are wisely making the move to high-speed multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) technology, one expert has pointed out.

Global unified IP market 'rapidly expanding'

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 11:52:55 GMT

The global market for unified IP technology is rapidly expanding as adoption of the services soars, according to a new report.

Hospital embraces unified IP to reduce costs

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 14:31:55 GMT

A major hospital has followed the lead of many other healthcare facilities by embracing unified IP phone technology in a bid to reduce costs.

Shift to MPLS 'has tremendous value'

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 11:54:24 GMT

Companies making the move from traditional leased lines to multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) benefit from excellent value, as the significant cost savings are equalled by the tremendous return on investment, it has been claimed.

Global design firm benefits from unified IP adoption

Mon, 9 Aug 2010 14:00:39 GMT

A global design agency has benefitted from the adoption of unified IP solutions as means of replacin ...

Effective MPLS implementations 'the key to success'

Mon, 9 Aug 2010 13:59:48 GMT

Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) technology provides the perfect solution to the problem of upgr ...

Ethernet in the First Mile systems 'eliminate worry'

Mon, 9 Aug 2010 12:05:18 GMT

Having a dependable Ethernet in the First Mile system in place can eliminate the worry which plagues many IT project managers, one expert has suggested.

IP networks 'a key part of business connectivity'

Fri, 6 Aug 2010 13:56:19 GMT

Companies are increasingly embracing IP-based networks as part of their business connectivity solutions, an expert has suggested.

Managed Ethernet to be discussed at industry event

Fri, 6 Aug 2010 11:35:06 GMT

The future of technologies including managed Ethernet looks set to be discussed at an upcoming event, it has been revealed.

Managed WAN 'useful to more than just businesses'

Thu, 5 Aug 2010 11:40:10 GMT

IT solutions such as wide area networking (WAN) optimisation can offer benefits to more than just enterprises, an expert has suggested.

Demand for business connectivity services 'set to rise'

Wed, 4 Aug 2010 13:51:11 GMT

The number of companies choosing to invest in their network infrastructure, which may include leased lines, looks set to rise in the coming months, a new report has suggested.

MPLS networks 'must be considered in business continuity'

Wed, 4 Aug 2010 11:42:09 GMT

Firms that make use of multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) networks need to ensure they consider the technology in business continuity plans, it has been suggested.

Study hints at growth in Ethernet interest

Tue, 3 Aug 2010 11:40:01 GMT

Solutions including Ethernet in the First Mile services are growing in popularity, new research has suggested.

Ethernet in the First Mile products pass compliance testing

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:25:24 GMT

A portfolio of Ethernet in the First Mile systems launched by Actelis Networks has passed compliance tests in relation to an industry standard.

Ethernet services market 'performing well in 2010'

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:46:12 GMT

The global market for Ethernet in the First Mile and related services has performed well so far this year, research has revealed.

Ethernet solutions 'offer numerous advantages'

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 11:54:51 GMT

IT solutions like Ethernet in the First Mile offer companies a range of advantages, according to an expert.

MPLS networks 'could benefit from unified communications growth'

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 13:18:17 GMT

Research has suggested that the use of unified communications is set to rise across the globe, which ...

MPLS networks 'ideal for communications'

Thu, 8 Jul 2010 13:35:16 GMT

Businesses that are hoping to make use of communications solutions should consider utilising multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) to deploy them, an expert has claimed.

MPLS network 'allows data to be transmitted efficiently'

Tue, 6 Jul 2010 13:48:05 GMT

Companies can ensure their data is transmitted efficiently by making use of multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) network technology, it has been claimed.

Education body reaps benefits of MPLS network

Mon, 5 Jul 2010 11:48:18 GMT

A leading education body in the US has revealed how it is now making use of multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) networks to improve its operations.

Enterprises 'using MPLS networks alongside Ethernet'

Thu, 1 Jul 2010 11:36:18 GMT

Companies are making use of Ethernet services alongside multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) network technology, an expert has suggested.

Technology body launches new Ethernet standard

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 13:28:12 GMT

A leading professional association for the technology sector has launched a new standard in relation to Ethernet connectivity.

MPLS network services market 'continuing to grow'

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 11:39:54 GMT

Demand for multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) network services is growing across the globe, a new report has revealed.

Irish government body benefits from MPLS network

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 11:32:14 GMT

A government body in Ireland has revealed how it has turned to multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) network technology to boost its operations.

International law firm takes up MPLS network

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 11:45:19 GMT

A leading law firm has revealed how it has taken up multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) network technology in order to boost its operations.

Ethernet services market in the US 'set for growth'

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 13:38:37 GMT

New research has suggested that the use of Ethernet in the First Mile and similar products could soon rise in the US.

IT industry body launches MPLS network guidance

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 16:18:17 GMT

IT industry body the Broadband Forum has launched new documentation designed to aid service providers offering multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) network services.

UAE telecoms provider to offer Ethernet in the First Mile

Wed, 9 Jun 2010 13:39:52 GMT

A leading telecoms provider in the United Arab Emirates has revealed plans to begin offering Ethernet in the First Mile services.

Companies 'struggling to predict network needs'

Tue, 8 Jun 2010 13:37:38 GMT

Many businesses are struggling to predict what their infrastructure needs are in terms of multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) or unified IP networks, it has been suggested.

MPLS networks 'to boost data transport market'

Fri, 4 Jun 2010 11:41:46 GMT

New research has suggested that multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) networks are set to drive revenue growth in the US data transport services market.

Interest in Ethernet services 'set to rise'

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 13:22:02 GMT

Demand for network technology such as Ethernet in the First Mile is set to rise in the near future, ...

Cisco launches MPLS network education program

Thu, 27 May 2010 13:15:02 GMT

A new program designed to educate people about the benefits of multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) networks is to be launched in India.

Research hints at rising interest in Ethernet services

Thu, 20 May 2010 13:22:41 GMT

A new study has suggested that interest in high-speed network systems such as Ethernet in the First Mile (EFM) is growing.

Ethernet in the First Mile 'offers scalability and efficiency'

Tue, 18 May 2010 13:55:58 GMT

An expert has claimed that quality network services such as Ethernet in the First Mile are popular due to their scalability.

York Telecom agrees deal with MPLS network provider

Mon, 17 May 2010 11:34:48 GMT

Communications firm York Telecom has agreed a deal which will see it collaborate with a leading multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) network provider.

ESA takes up MPLS network services

Thu, 13 May 2010 13:26:57 GMT

The European Space Agency (ESA) has become the latest high-profile body to make use of multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) technology, it has been revealed.

Ethernet in the First Mile provider launches new broadband product

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 15:39:35 GMT

An Ethernet in the First Mile provider has launched a new broadband offering that provides faster download speeds.

Remote working 'should be introduced gradually'

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 15:48:43 GMT

Firms adopting remote working should avoid 'rushing in' by incorporating flexible working policies and technology into their business gradually.

Remote working can boost business growth

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 15:48:11 GMT

Remote working in the UK can help to boost business growth, it has been claimed.

Flight disruption 'offers chance to test remote working policies'

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:49:21 GMT

Companies across the UK should view the current flight disruption as an ideal opportunity to test the remote working policies they have in place, it has been suggested.

Half of firms 'encouraging remote working'

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:12:04 GMT

New research has revealed that half of businesses are now encouraging their employees to take advantage of remote working policies.

Remote working 'a top priority for 2010'

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 11:33:18 GMT

Almost two-thirds of IT managers plan to increase their focus on remote working policies, according to new figures.

Expert: Improved communication needed for remote working

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 10:53:40 GMT

Firms need to ensure that they communicate effectively with staff who are remote working, an expert has claimed.

Orange launches broadband deals for remote workers

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 13:15:42 GMT

Broadband provider Orange has launched a new range of mobile internet deals designed to meet the needs of firms with remote working policies.

Remote working 'vital to make staff flexible'

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:33:38 GMT

Companies can improve the flexibility of staff by using remote working policies, according to an expert.

Remote working to become an 'accepted norm'

Fri, 9 Apr 2010 11:54:17 GMT

Remote working will become the norm in the future as businesses look to cut costs and reduce their office space.

CCP recommendations could boost remote working

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 12:12:36 GMT

Rural broadband recommendations put forward by the Communications Consumer Panel (CCP) could result in an increase in the number of people capable of working remotely in the UK.

Strikes highlight benefits of remote working

Thu, 1 Apr 2010 16:11:05 GMT

Plans for a rail strike in the UK and the recent industrial action at British Airways has highlighted the benefits of flexible working.

Government promotes mobile working

Thu, 1 Apr 2010 16:10:23 GMT

The British government has urged all employers to champion flexible working practices.

Technology 'has made remote working a reality'

Thu, 1 Apr 2010 13:33:49 GMT

IT innovations have helped to ensure more employees across the UK can enjoy remote working, according to an expert.

Mobile working boosted by doubling in data traffic

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 13:58:04 GMT

Remote working could be boosted by a significant increase in data traffic over the coming years, it has been claimed.

Orange calls on Brits to embrace mobile working

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 12:57:07 GMT

Employees across the UK have been urged by Orange to consider taking advantage of mobile working incentives available to them.

iPads 'to become a mobile working tool'

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 11:34:14 GMT

Apple's new iPad tablet system could become a major tool for mobile working in the near future, according to a poll.

Vivido unveils new mobile working platform

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 11:14:22 GMT

Enterprise IT solutions provider Vivido has launched a new mobile working platform designed to offer employees a range of benefits when on the move.

Super-fast broadband 'will boost remote working'

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 14:26:37 GMT

Remote working is one of the benefits that is likely to come from wider availability of super-fast broadband, according to one expert.

Commuting concerns 'highlight remote working benefits'

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 11:15:36 GMT

People who enjoy their jobs have considered quitting due to facing a commute on a day-to-day basis, according to a new poll.

Remote working 'cuts costs and emissions'

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 16:35:03 GMT

Mobile and remote working can help businesses cut costs by reducing the space and energy they require.

Gordon Brown's broadband pledge to boost remote working?

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 16:34:41 GMT

Remote working practices could be set to become more widespread as the prime minister has pledged to ensure each home in the UK benefits from high-speed internet access.

Mobile working to boost SME growth?

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 17:27:42 GMT

Embracing technology such as mobile working may help small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) thrive as the UK emerges from recession.

Remote working the answer to problems caused by World Cup?

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 17:27:16 GMT

This summer's football World Cup could represent a good opportunity to consider remote working practices, according to PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).

Flexible working 'helps firms avoid redundancies'

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 12:48:36 GMT

Companies across the UK have used mobile and remote working policies to reduce costs and avoid job cuts, according to new research.

Mobile working 'key to offering excellent customer service'

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 11:34:35 GMT

Companies could boost their customer service by adopting mobile working policies, according to an expert.

Glasscubes launches remote working solution

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:01:24 GMT

A new solution which is designed to some aspects of remote working easier has been launched by Glasscubes.

Both companies and staff 'benefit from remote working'

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:21:54 GMT

Remote working policies can offer benefits to both employees and their workforce, according to an expert.

Lantronix launches remote working software

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 11:21:33 GMT

New software designed to benefit remote workers has been launched by network technology provider Lantronix.

Remote working 'offers cost savings'

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:59:19 GMT

Companies can cut their costs by introducing remote working policies, it has been suggested.

CSC launches government remote working solution

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 11:17:23 GMT

A new solution designed to allow government employees to enjoy remote working has been launched by CSC.

Remote working 'makes employees more efficient'

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:23:38 GMT

Companies could boost the efficiency of their staff by introducing remote working policies, a new report has outlined.

Mobile working solutions provider launches online community

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:26:04 GMT

Mobile working equipment manufacturer Psion has launched a new online community for its developers, partners and customers.

Voice recording 'to become top mobile working trend'

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:56:02 GMT

The use of voice recording technology is likely to rise as mobile working policies become more common, an expert has suggested.

Backup system launched for remote workers

Tue, 9 Mar 2010 13:23:40 GMT

A new system designed to ensure those employed on remote working contracts can enjoy secure data backup services has been launched.

Remote working 'a key aspect of business continuity'

Fri, 5 Mar 2010 12:05:02 GMT

A new study has highlighted how companies should regard remote working as an important business continuity issue.

Psion and BT agree mobile working systems deal

Thu, 4 Mar 2010 11:23:32 GMT

Handheld computer manufacturer Psion has agreed a deal which will see some of its mobile working equipment resold by communications giant BT Global Services.

20:20 agrees deal for mobile working tool

Wed, 3 Mar 2010 11:14:04 GMT

A new tool designed to improve the mobile working efforts of BlackBerry users is to be distributed by European firm 20:20 Mobile, it has been announced.

Mobile working firms 'can be flexible'

Tue, 2 Mar 2010 11:39:42 GMT

The ability to allow employees to work remotely increases the flexibility of a firm, it has been suggested.

Remote working 'can refocus employees'

Mon, 1 Mar 2010 11:54:29 GMT

Employees can refocus efforts to boost their productivity by taking up remote working practices, according to an expert.

Becrypt and Ironkey collaborate on mobile working solution

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:34:43 GMT

Information assurance solutions provider Becrypt is collaborating with Ironkey to improve its mobile working technology.

Hampshire Fire and Rescue IT team backs remote working

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:49:53 GMT

IT staff who work for Hampshire Fire and Rescue have introduced new software which will allow the team to embrace remote working.

Severn Trent Water to embrace remote working

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:34:14 GMT

Leading utility firm Severn Trent Water is set to become the latest firm to embrace remote working practices, according to reports.

FSB study highlights need for remote working

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:20:03 GMT

A growing number of businesses could benefit from having access to remote working technologies, a new survey has highlighted.

Mobile working population 'to pass 1bn'

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:40:53 GMT

The number of people using mobile working technologies across the globe is set to pass the one billion mark this year, new research has revealed.

Mobile working 'offers fewer distractions'

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 13:24:04 GMT

Companies across the UK could boost the productivity of their staff by offering mobile or remote working facilities, according to an expert.

Remote working 'can improve staff productivity'

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:00:55 GMT

Companies can improve the productivity of their staff by offering remote working incentives, according to a leading business body.

Company culture 'a major barrier to remote working'

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 13:48:06 GMT

One of the most significant barriers preventing businesses from introducing remote working practices is company culture, according to new research.

Mobile working 'to become the norm'

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 13:39:20 GMT

Companies across the UK are expected to strongly embrace mobile working practices in the next few years, according to research.

Remote working 'an ideal contingency plan'

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 13:56:13 GMT

Companies which want a contingency plan for when they face a disaster should consider remote working strategies, according to an expert.

Consumers 'want mobile video conferencing services'

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:29:50 GMT

New research has revealed that consumers across the globe would like the chance to use video conferencing facilities on mobile devices.

Cisco unveils future video conferencing portfolio plans

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 14:02:59 GMT

Video conferencing solutions provider Cisco has revealed details about the product portfolio it will offer once its acquisition of Tandberg is completed.

Polycom expands video conferencing offerings for Microsoft systems

Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:27:31 GMT

Video conferencing solutions provider Polycom has expanded its integrated visual products for use with Microsoft's communications environments.

BT expands video conferencing solution

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 11:51:14 GMT

Communications giant BT has announced the expansion of one of its video conferencing solutions.

Radvision makes video conferencing acquisition

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 11:39:36 GMT

Unified communications provider Radvision has announced it is to acquire a video conferencing technology solutions manufacturer.

Augmented reality could 'change video conferencing'

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 11:54:59 GMT

Augmented reality technology could cause a seismic shift in the way video conferencing systems are used around the world.

Video conferencing used to 'minimise travel costs'

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 11:54:08 GMT

An international private investment firm has opted for a new video conferencing solution in order to drive down its travel budget.

Tandberg launches new video conferencing codec

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 13:24:53 GMT

Video conferencing solutions provider Tandberg has announced the launch of a new codec.

Video conferencing usage 'growing across the world'

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 11:48:26 GMT

A growing number of businesses across the world are embracing video conferencing technology, according to a new study.

Tandberg reveals video conferencing interoperability

Wed, 3 Feb 2010 11:03:59 GMT

Video conferencing technology provider Tandberg has revealed that it has successfully linked one of its solutions to a product from a rival company.

LifeSize given video conferencing award

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 11:22:50 GMT

Video conferencing solutions provider LifeSize Communications is celebrating after winning a major industry award.

Video conferencing 'key to the future of practice-based courses'

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 11:45:07 GMT

Students and fellows in remote areas may still be able to attend practice-based learning courses thanks to video conferencing, a new study has suggested.

Hotel chain unveils video conferencing studios

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 11:29:35 GMT

Businesspeople who stay at Marriott hotels will soon be able to make use of video conferencing studios which are being introduced across the chain's properties.

Cisco launches open video conferencing standard

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:44:06 GMT

Unified communications provider Cisco has announced the launch of a new standard designed to boost collaboration between video conferencing companies.

Zayo to resell Logitech video conferencing solutions

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 13:47:02 GMT

Logitech's LifeSize high-definition (HD) video conferencing solutions are to be resold by Zayo Enterprise Networks, it has been announced.

BT collaborates with Tandberg on video conferencing platform

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:28:48 GMT

Communications giant BT has launched a new automated service featuring Tandberg's video conferencing solutions.

Vidyo launches new video conferencing room system

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 14:04:21 GMT

Telepresence solutions provider Vidyo has launched the first video conferencing room system based on the Intel Core i7 processing platform.

Polycom and Juniper agree video conferencing deal

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 11:33:10 GMT

IT companies Polycom and Juniper Networks have joined forces to improve the quality of their video conferencing platforms.

Video conferencing 'a key part of telepresence'

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 13:30:43 GMT

Businesses are increasingly using video conferencing as part of an overall telepresence solution, according to an expert.

Watchdog calls for wider use of video conferencing

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 11:37:24 GMT

An independent watchdog has called on the government to promote the use of video conferencing among businesses.

Siemens and Polycom agree video conferencing partnership

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:14:48 GMT

Two leading unified communications (UC) providers have agreed a deal related to video conferencing technology.

Next generation networks 'will increase video conferencing usage'

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 13:18:35 GMT

Companies are likely to embrace video conferencing when next generation network access is widely available, according to an expert.

Harris Stratex Networks highlights video conferencing benefits

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 11:08:18 GMT

The potential cost savings that video conferencing can provide businesses with have been highlighted by the case of Harris Stratex Networks.

Avistar prepares to showcase video conferencing tool

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 11:32:46 GMT

Visual communications solutions provider Avistar is to unveil its latest video conferencing products, it has been announced.

Video conferencing 'to be used by 200m people by 2015'

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 13:33:19 GMT

New figures have suggested that the use of video conferencing technology will become more widespread in the next five years.

Pixavi launches HD video conferencing camera

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 11:19:27 GMT

A new rugged high-definition (HD) video conferencing camera has been launched by electronics manufacturer Pixavi.

Polycom unveils video conferencing solution

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 11:26:16 GMT

Telepresence solutions provider Polycom has launched a new video conferencing product for use with IBM Unified Communication and Collaboration (UC2) environments.

Video conferencing 'a valuable business tool'

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 13:15:21 GMT

Companies are increasingly turning to video conferencing as "a valuable business tool", according to an expert.

Spire launches video conferencing solution

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 11:03:32 GMT

A new solution designed to allow companies to deploy video conferencing systems organisation-wide has been launched by Spire Global.

Video conferencing 'a key benefit of super-fast broadband'

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 13:26:10 GMT

The rollout of super-fast broadband will lead more homes and businesses to adopt video conferencing, it has been suggested.

Snow 'leads firms to turn to video conferencing'

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:28:12 GMT

The recent poor weather in the UK has led many companies to inquire about using video conferencing technology, it has been suggested.

Cisco showcases home video conferencing at CES

Fri, 8 Jan 2010 13:20:58 GMT

Leading communications provider Cisco is showcasing a new home video conferencing solution at a major industry event this week.

HP adds video conferencing platform to laptops

Thu, 7 Jan 2010 13:45:52 GMT

Computer manufacturer HP has confirmed plans to offer its video conferencing software for free on selected models.

Polycom and IBM 'team up for new video conferencing product'

Thu, 7 Jan 2010 11:08:48 GMT

Video conferencing solutions provider Polycom has worked with computing giant IBM on a new product, it has emerged.

Skype to bring video conferencing to TVs

Wed, 6 Jan 2010 12:02:56 GMT

Telecommunications firm Skype has confirmed plans to add its video conferencing and calling service to high-definition televisions and other related products.

Panasonic to unveil new video conferencing solution

Tue, 5 Jan 2010 13:32:24 GMT

Electronics giant Panasonic has announced it is unveiling a new video conferencing solution at a major industry event.

Use of video conferencing 'to increase'

Mon, 4 Jan 2010 11:58:44 GMT

The number of businesses that use video conferencing equipment as part of their operations is set to rise over the next few years, new figures have suggested.

Large-scale desktop video conferencing 'to emerge in 2010'

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 11:31:44 GMT

Corporate-funded, large-scale desktop solutions will dominate the video conferencing market in 2010, it has been claimed.

SVC 'key to video conferencing success'

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 11:38:07 GMT

A new study has suggested that the use of scalable video coding (SVC) in conferencing equipment can be key to a higher standard of performance.

Video conferencing 'could help firms cope with snow'

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 10:48:45 GMT

Businesses which have invested in technology such as video conferencing solutions will find that they are not disturbed by the current bad weather.

Video conferencing 'one of 2009's successes'

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:03:20 GMT

Video conferencing technology was boosted by bouts of bad weather and the rising cost of business travel in 2009.

Video conferencing solutions provider agrees acquisition

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 11:21:44 GMT

Unified communications company Nortel has been acquired by video conferencing solutions provider Avaya, it has been announced.

Video conferencing provider launches homeworker package

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:17:41 GMT

A leading video conferencing solutions provider has unveiled a new package designed to help businesses stay in touch with contacts over the disrupted winter period.

Glowpoint and MMC Worldwide confirms video conferencing deal

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 11:43:37 GMT

Two video conferencing solutions providers have agreed a major new deal, it has been announced.

Video conferencing 'set to be ubiquitous in 2010'

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 11:03:03 GMT

The concept of video conferencing is to grow in popularity over the coming 12 months, according to new predictions.

Green issues 'driving video conferencing growth'

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:35:37 GMT

The video conferencing software and services sector is thriving despite the difficult economic climate, it has been revealed.

Tandberg improves Movi video conferencing solution

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 11:23:52 GMT

Video conferencing solutions provider Tandberg has announced that a series of improvements have been made to its Movi technology.

Video conferencing 'could cut business trips'

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 11:12:09 GMT

New research has revealed that video conferencing technology could play a key role in cutting business trips.

BT launches new video conferencing savings tool

Wed, 9 Dec 2009 11:43:01 GMT

A new tool designed to measure the cost savings firms have made by adopting video conferencing has been launched by BT.

Video conferencing 'edging towards the mainstream'

Thu, 3 Dec 2009 11:05:45 GMT

An expert has claimed that video conferencing is getting closer to becoming a fully-fledged mainstream technology.

Cisco edges closer to takeover of video conferencing firm

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 11:06:48 GMT

IT giant Cisco is close to completing its takeover of a Norwegian video conferencing equipment manufacturer, it has been revealed.

Video conferencing 'becoming a key technology'

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 11:34:03 GMT

Unified communications solutions such as video conferencing are becoming "key" to many firms, according to an expert.

Unified communications adoption 'on the rise'

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:03:28 GMT

New figures have suggested that the adoption rate of unified communications solutions such as video conferencing is on the rise.

Unified communications 'heading into the cloud'

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:54:13 GMT

Many companies are beginning to position unified communications systems such as videoconferencing on a cloud-based system, new research has suggested.

Polycom and BT plan videoconferencing partnership

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:53:03 GMT

Communications giant BT has announced it is partnering with video solutions provider Polycom to create new videoconferencing services.

Company makes 'holographic' videoconferencing a reality

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:37:49 GMT

New technology which creates a hologram-like image of those using videoconferencing equipment could become a reality in the near future.

Tandberg unveils new videoconferencing solution

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:13:19 GMT

Tandberg has announced the launch of a new solution designed to make it easy for businesses to use videoconferencing equipment.

Demand for videoconferencing technology 'on the rise'

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:02:25 GMT

Businesses are becoming increasingly interested in taking up videoconferencing services, an expert has claimed.

Cisco raises bid for videoconferencing equipment firm

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:54:04 GMT

A leading computing giant has announced that its bid for a videoconferencing manufacturing firm has been increased.

Videoconferencing 'undergoing transformation'

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:42:05 GMT

An expert has claimed that the videoconferencing is becoming increasingly popular with many businesses.

Boost for business connectivity in south-west Scotland

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:41:04 GMT

Next generation network services are to be introduced in parts of south-west Scotland for the first time, it has been announced.

Government plans next generation network trial

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:45:52 GMT

A government body has revealed plans to trial next generation network technology in a range of communities next year.

Avaya brings virtualization to unified communications

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 11:22:32 GMT

IT provider Avaya has announced the launch of a new unified communications platform which makes use of virtualization technology.

BT to double availability of resilient internet access

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:36:56 GMT

Telecommunications giant BT has confirmed plans to expand the availability of its copper-based next generation network in the UK.

Next generation network implementation 'to create bandwidth divide'

Wed, 9 Sep 2009 11:53:13 GMT

The introduction of high-speed next generation networks in the next few years is likely to create a "divide" between residential and rural areas, according to a report.

Wi-Fi network in Norwich to improve business connectivity?

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 12:09:09 GMT

Business connectivity in Norwich is set to be boosted by the announcement that a new Wi-Fi network project could be running by next spring.

UK 'lags behind in high bandwidth connectivity rankings'

Wed, 2 Sep 2009 13:47:15 GMT

New research has revealed that the UK is lagging behind a number of countries when it comes to the use of fibre optic broadband offering high bandwidth connectivity.

Broadband provider boosts mobile business connectivity

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 13:51:24 GMT

A leading broadband provider has made a series of improvements to its business connectivity services, it has been revealed.

Universal resilient internet access 'could impact on population'

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:47:29 GMT

Population trends could be affected by the government's plans to provide resilient internet access across the UK, a new report has suggested.

Wireless resilient internet access 'transforming network market'

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:19:42 GMT

The widespread use of Wi-Fi technology for resilient internet access is "transforming" the networking market, an expert has claimed.

Firms face 'long-term disadvantages without resilient internet access'

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 12:08:16 GMT

The Scottish Council for Development and Industry (SCDI) has called on the UK government not to delay the 'telephone tax' needed to fund next generation networks.

Expert highlights importance of resilient internet access to businesses

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 12:13:57 GMT

Poor business connectivity is costing Scottish firms thousands of pounds every year, it has been claimed.

Survey to investigate Devon's business connectivity

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:09:51 GMT

Devon County Council is questioning local firms about their business connectivity in a bid to pinpoint local broadband 'not spots' and 'slow spots'.

Airport coaches to benefit from resilient internet access

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 11:33:17 GMT

Business travellers will be able to enjoy resilient internet access on airport coaches across the UK in the near future, it has been revealed.

Midlands firms urged to embrace next generation networks

Thu, 6 Aug 2009 11:53:52 GMT

Next generation networks which provide super-fast broadband are the key to businesses' futures, one Birmingham campaigner has stated.

Stephen Timms to oversee next generation network move

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 13:38:27 GMT

Junior minister Stephen Timms has been charged with overseeing the development of the UK's next generation network after being named as Lord Carter's replacement.

Speed of resilient internet access drops in July

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 11:26:59 GMT

Average UK broadband speeds dropped for the first time this year in July, according to new research, which could impact business connectivity.

Better business connectivity needed in Lincolnshire?

Tue, 4 Aug 2009 12:40:39 GMT

A group in Lincolnshire is calling for improved business connectivity in the region, suggesting that inadequate broadband access is hampering firms' ability to work effectively.

Apprentice star supports improved rural business connectivity

Tue, 4 Aug 2009 12:05:15 GMT

A former star of TV's The Apprentice has lent her support to a campaign for better business connectivity in rural areas.

Ofcom launches next generation network consultation

Mon, 3 Aug 2009 12:09:45 GMT

Telecoms watchdog Ofcom has launched a new consultation on the impact next generation networks will have on competition within the communications sector.

Fujitsu expands Ethernet circuit support

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 11:36:14 GMT

A leading IT company has announced the launch of a new line of switches for use with Ethernet circuits.

Speed of resilient internet access 'below promised levels'

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:41:42 GMT

New research has revealed that the connection speeds available from resilient internet access in the UK are lower than those advertised by providers.

Wireless 'has big role to play in UK-wide business connectivity'

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:26:17 GMT

The government's Digital Britain report failed to highlight the role that wireless networks will play in the roll-out of universal business connectivity solutions, an expert has claimed.

Wireless 'to become more vital to business connectivity'

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 12:36:31 GMT

The importance of wireless networks to home and business connectivity is likely to increase in the future, according to an expert.

Wireless next generation network 'unlikely in the UK'

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 14:55:10 GMT

A UK-wide deployment of wireless next generation network technology is unlikely, according to an expert.

High bandwidth connectivity expectations 'common amongst businesses'

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 14:56:07 GMT

New research has suggested companies have high bandwidth connectivity expectations regardless of the services they use.

Firms 'to overspend on wireless business connectivity'

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 14:55:39 GMT

The majority of firms across the world are set to overspend on their wireless business connectivity over the next five years, according to a new study.

IT industry 'must keep eye on next generation network goal'

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:15:21 GMT

The government's universal broadband plans should not stop the industry from keeping an eye on the goal of delivering a next generation network, it has been suggested.

Hotels demand high bandwidth connectivity

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 10:30:08 GMT

Hotels across Europe have increasing high bandwidth connectivity demands, it has been revealed.

More firms 'turn to Ethernet extensions'

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 11:48:54 GMT

Firms worldwide are increasingly looking to take advantage of the benefits offered by Ethernet extensions in the current economic climate, it has been revealed.

Maritime groups 'increase high bandwidth connectivity uptake'

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 11:48:19 GMT

Maritime business owners are increasingly looking to make use of high bandwidth connectivity to gain an edge in their competitive marketplace, it has been revealed.

WAN 'increasingly popular for business connectivity'

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:35:33 GMT

Wide area networks (WAN) have become the preferred choice for companies looking to optimise their dedicated bandwidth provision to meet their expansion needs, it has been revealed.

Video 'main driver of mobile high bandwidth connectivity'

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:34:45 GMT

The future of mobile high bandwidth connectivity will be driven by increased demand for video traffic, it has been claimed.

Ethernet circuits 'success story of decade'

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:06:51 GMT

Ethernet circuits are among the most successful technological innovations of the last decade, it has been claimed.

Low latency connections 'key to VoIP success'

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:06:06 GMT

Companies that are able to employ low latency connections will be better-placed to maximise the potential of next generation applications such as voice over internet protocol (VoIP), it has been stressed.

SaaS 'to transform business connectivity'

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:03:26 GMT

Software as a service (SaaS) platforms are set to revolutionise the way that companies pay for their business connectivity solutions, it has been claimed.

Green high bandwidth connectivity 'will take time'

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:02:48 GMT

The transfer to green high bandwidth connectivity within public and private organisations will take some time to implement, it has been stressed.

Europe 'needs next generation network'

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 14:00:45 GMT

Europe should have a next generation network in place to provide high bandwidth connectivity to all internet users by 2013, it has been claimed.

BT boosts high bandwidth connectivity rollout

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 13:59:38 GMT

Internet service provider BT has announced plans to ramp up its high bandwidth connectivity plans across the UK.

High bandwidth connectivity 'among the things employees want in their firms'

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 10:37:30 GMT

High bandwidth connectivity that enables members of staff to work from home is one of the changes employees would like to see their companies adopt, new research has found.

Police 'benefitting from next generation networks'

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 13:48:58 GMT

CCTV next generation networks are helping police forces across the UK respond immediately to criminal activity, it has been revealed.

Brokers 'will be key to next generation network success'

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 12:09:40 GMT

As cloud computing becomes more complex, brokerages will be required to help firms unlock the potential of next generation networks, it has been claimed.

Low latency connections 'enable cost-cutting'

Wed, 8 Jul 2009 14:07:39 GMT

Dedicated bandwidth solutions offering high bandwidth connectivity and low latency connections enable end-users to get more value out of their networks while cutting costs, it has been claimed.

Digital plan 'ignoring business connectivity'

Wed, 8 Jul 2009 12:11:39 GMT

Those planning for Britain's digital future are not giving enough attention to business connectivity, it has been claimed.

Telecoms 'go digital for high bandwidth connectivity'

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 14:03:28 GMT

Consumers are increasingly demanding universal high bandwidth connectivity, it has been claimed.

Dedicated bandwidth buyers 'missing out on bundles'

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 12:20:48 GMT

Dedicated bandwidth customers in the UK are ignoring the cash-saving benefits of bundled packages for broadband, home phone and digital TV services, it has been revealed.

Mobile marketing platforms 'require creativity to thrive'

Mon, 6 Jul 2009 14:52:47 GMT

Developing new mobile marketing platforms will be essential for companies with an online presence to maximise their exposure, it has been claimed.

High bandwidth connectivity 'must provide for modern demands'

Mon, 6 Jul 2009 12:16:31 GMT

The UK-wide adoption of high bandwidth connectivity will be pointless if it is unable to keep up with consumer demands, it has been stressed.

Super-fast smartphones 'can boost business connectivity'

Fri, 3 Jul 2009 11:58:17 GMT

Many smartphone users rank other features over the speed of the device, despite it being key for business connectivity.

Next generation network will 'boost Irish businesses'

Thu, 2 Jul 2009 11:56:55 GMT

An Irish businessman has said installing a next generation network across Ireland is crucial for the country's businesses.

Smartphones and cloud computing 'boost business connectivity'

Wed, 1 Jul 2009 11:47:37 GMT

The invention of smartphones and cloud servers makes business connectivity easier, as workers do not need their PC to work, one expert stated.

Managers 'delaying next generation network roll-out'

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:10:25 GMT

IT managers are delaying the take-up of next generation networks because of business connectivity performance concerns outside of their control, it has been revealed.

Cost cutting 'drives ethernet circuits fall'

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:12:36 GMT

Recent declines in demand for ethernet circuits are being driven by companies increasingly searching for value-for-money deals, it has been revealed.

Ethernet extensions 'top communications technology'

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:11:56 GMT

Ethernet extensions are the most popular technology for building converged telecommunications, it has been claimed.

Boosting managed SEO can be simple

Fri, 22 May 2009 13:52:45 GMT

Boosting managed search engine optimisation (SEO) of a company does not need to be complicated or very time consuming, one expert states.

Smartphone managed security threat 'should not be overlooked'

Wed, 20 May 2009 13:47:21 GMT

Businesses should not overlook the threat that employees holding data on their smartphone may present, one expert states.

Managed ethernet expo 'will attract industry big-hitters'

Mon, 11 May 2009 13:47:45 GMT

Managed ethernet industry leaders will congregate in London this week for the Ethernet Expo: Europe 2009.

Managed ethernet 'rising in popularity'

Wed, 6 May 2009 13:57:36 GMT

Telecommunications carriers are likely to increase their take-up of managed ethernet services, it has been claimed.

Managed SEO 'improving firm's fortunes'

Fri, 1 May 2009 12:12:17 GMT

Managed search engine optimisation (SEO) is proving a cost-efficient marketing discipline in the current economic climate, it has been claimed.

High-speed internet 'can improve managed point-to-point data transfer'

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:21:37 GMT

High-speed broadband access would help UK businesses improve their managed point-to-point transfer of data and improve the profitability of firms, it has been claimed.

Mobile networks 'will require more managed services'

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:13:34 GMT

More managed services for mobile networks will be required as operators look to fully maximise their high-speed packet access deployments, it has been claimed.

Managed MPLS 'can address bandwidth backup'

Wed, 1 Apr 2009 13:48:47 GMT

Managed MPLS solutions can be used to relieve the burden imposed by mobile consumers' increasing bandwidth use, it has been claimed.

Customer focus 'key to email marketing'

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 13:10:02 GMT

The key to a successful email marketing campaign is the delivery of information that is valuable and relevant to the consumer rather than self-promotional, it has been claimed.

Managed ethernet take-up 'on the rise'

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 13:58:13 GMT

The difficult economic climate is likely to increase the take-up of managed ethernet services, it has been claimed.

'Subtle touch required' for email marketing

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:53:05 GMT

UK businesses should maintain a light touch when it comes to email marketing, it has been claimed.

MS Exchange 'provides instant email access'

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 13:48:04 GMT

Combining MS Exchange with MS SharePoint and search servers can deliver unified search and navigation across live and archived email, according to an IT industry expert.

Next generation networks 'can improve society'

Mon, 9 Mar 2009 13:49:23 GMT

The widespread deployment of next generation networks is required to provide the next level of services and applications to consumers, a report has claimed.

Internet firms 'at next generation network watershed'

Fri, 6 Mar 2009 13:57:17 GMT

The wireless industry stands on the verge of being able to offer solutions for high-capacity next generation networks and voice and mobile data networks, it has been revealed.

More firms 'relying on unified messaging'

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 11:53:42 GMT

Unified messaging (UM) via next generation networks will become ubiquitous as enterprises look to streamline their business, it has been claimed.

Cloud computing 'to alter next generation network purchase'

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 13:50:25 GMT

The development of cloud computing is likely to change the way next generation networks are paid for, it has been claimed.

Tough climate 'increasing Business Intelligence take-up'

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 12:09:39 GMT

The difficult economic situation is increasing the use of Business Intelligence software, it has been revealed.

Managed IP CCTV 'can be deployed inexpensively'

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 12:07:23 GMT

Managed IP CCTV can be utilised alongside analogue cameras in order to gain the benefits of network video without greatly increasing expenditure, it has been claimed.

NSPCC deploys unified messaging solution

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 13:49:39 GMT

A leading child protection charity has rolled out a new technology, which includes unified messaging, in order to improve the services it provides, a source reveals.

Unified structures 'can support next generation networks'

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 13:42:33 GMT

Internet service providers should make use of unified architecture to develop functional next generation networks able to cope with increased media streaming, it has been claimed.

Broadband speed tests 'inaccurate' and 'misleading'

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 10:31:02 GMT

Broadband speed tests confuse consumers by neglecting to take account of a number of factors, i ...

WDM 'offers flexible alternative to leased lines'

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 13:25:17 GMT

Favouring wavelength-division multiplexing (WDM) over leased lines can enable firms to increase the resilience and flexibility of their email connection, it has been claimed.

Mutualisation platforms 'supporting unified messaging'

Fri, 6 Feb 2009 13:52:02 GMT

The development of unified messaging services will eventually allow consumers and businesses to access a range of applications from any location, it has been claimed.

Bath University 'upgrades leased lines network'

Wed, 4 Feb 2009 13:58:09 GMT

The University of Bath is upgrading its existing leased lines internet system to dark fibre infrastructure in response to an increase in traffic, it has been revealed.

SSL VPNs 'have many benefits'

Wed, 4 Feb 2009 13:57:15 GMT

Secure socket layer virtual private networks (SSL VPNs) have a number of advantages over traditional VPNs, it has been claimed.

End-users 'unhappy with broadband speeds and customer service'

Tue, 3 Feb 2009 14:04:34 GMT

Speed and customer service are the main causes of broadband consumer dissatisfaction, it has been claimed.

MPLS 'enables financial trading'

Mon, 2 Feb 2009 14:04:00 GMT

Making use of multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) can help facilitate trading between financial institutions, it has been claimed.

Unified messaging 'provides flexible and secure communication'

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:17:30 GMT

Unified messaging solutions can allow employees to have access to company databases over secure networks, it has been revealed.

Unified messaging 'driving technology development'

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 11:59:37 GMT

Business handsets are evolving to meet demands presented by modern working practices and the development of unified messaging, it has been revealed.

MPLS 'foundation for high-speed railway'

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 13:55:22 GMT

Multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) is to form the basis for the communications network solution that will back up a new 440-km high-speed railway line linking Madrid and Valencia in Spain.

MPLS 'increasingly viable solution'

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 12:35:03 GMT

Multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) is a practical option for firms looking to increase their bandwidth, it has been claimed.

MPLS providers 'offer secure comms foundation'

Mon, 19 Jan 2009 13:48:20 GMT

Multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) providers offer their customers a secure foundation for communication tools, it has been claimed.

Customisable media 'to be supplied by next generation networks'

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:16:06 GMT

Next generation networks are developing in order to offer personalised media streaming, it has been revealed.

Email marketing take-up 'growing'

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 12:24:05 GMT

Enterprises are increasingly turning to email marketing in the current uncertain economic climate, it has been revealed.

Next generation networks 'signal third phase of internet'

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 12:13:46 GMT

Identity management has become the key to the creation of next generation internet services, it has been claimed.

Broadband speeds 'are misunderstood promises'

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 13:01:06 GMT

Promises that fast broadband speeds will provide benefits such as instant music downloads and high-definition movies are unlikely ever to be kept, it has been claimed.

Workers 'need SharePoint training'

Tue, 6 Jan 2009 14:00:54 GMT

UK employees require instant help and training in the use of office technologies such as SharePoint and Voice over Internet Protocol systems, it has been claimed.

Next generation networks 'may need subsidy'

Tue, 6 Jan 2009 12:25:12 GMT

The take-up of next generation networks in the UK will require significant investment so that homes across the country are able to use the facility, it has been claimed.

Indian software development 'expanding'

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 12:46:26 GMT

Indian software development is moving beyond the domains of finance and accounting, it has been revealed.

Virtualisation 'enables business continuity'

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 12:45:38 GMT

Use of virtualisation can simplify remote backup and disaster recovery, it has been claimed.

Next generation networks 'needed for mobile demand'

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 12:58:07 GMT

The telecommunications industry must find new ways of providing next generation networks to meet the growing demand for mobile broadband capacity, it has been claimed.

'Virtualisation vital' in 2009

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 12:56:47 GMT

Managed IT outsourcing use of virtualisation will increase in 2009, it has been claimed.

Virtualisation 'offers cost solutions'

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 12:02:25 GMT

Virtualisation technology is increasing in popularity because it can offset rising hardware and power costs, it has been claimed.

Virtualisation study course launched

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:56:14 GMT

A new qualification has been launched within which students will examine the effectiveness of virtualisation, it has been revealed.

Next generation networks 'cut costs and emissions'

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 14:18:49 GMT

Adoption of next generation networks to support telepresence and multicast capabilities can enable firms to cut costs in the current uncertain climate while also reducing their carbon footprint, it has been claimed.

Next generation networks 'reduce consumer churn'

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 12:14:57 GMT

Making use of next generation networks can help firms improve their customer relationship management on demand, it has been claimed.

Information 'key to web design'

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 14:01:35 GMT

Informative content management is more important to the success of an organisation's web design than the style of a site, according to a new study.

Organisations 'turning to virtualisation'

Tue, 9 Dec 2008 11:34:37 GMT

Virtualisation offers firms flexibility while allowing them to improve efficiency and cut costs, it has been claimed.

Britain 'ready for next generation networks'

Fri, 5 Dec 2008 14:06:43 GMT

UK demand for next generation networks is likely to ensure the service is introduced, it has been claimed.

Virtualisation 'can help meet environmental and budget requirements'

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 14:01:49 GMT

A London-based affordable housing provider is making use of virtualisation to reduce the space requirements in its managed data centre and cut costs, it has been revealed.

Virtualisation 'has disaster recovery benefits'

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:41:00 GMT

Virtualisation technology is becoming increasingly popular for disaster recovery, it has been claimed.

Firms 'want to adopt virtualisation'

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:40:20 GMT

Enterprises should make more use of virtualisation, according to software development giant Microsoft.

Enterprises 'turn to next generation networks'

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 13:54:58 GMT

Next generation networks are increasingly being adopted by hyper-connected businesses as they seek to support their high-bandwidth needs, it has been revealed.

Virtualisation 'can reduce IT expenditure'

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:28:54 GMT

The increasing popularity of virtualisation indicates the technology offers a more cost-effective way of maintaining managed data centres, it has been claimed.

MPLS 'key to cloud'

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 13:57:26 GMT

Multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) can provide enterprises with the bandwidth required to take advantage of cloud computing, it has been claimed.

Management 'key to effectiveness of virtualisation'

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 13:55:22 GMT

Enterprises looking to make use of virtualisation should seek to maximise the potential of the technology by learning how to manage it effectively, it has been claimed.

Virtualisation 'cost-effective'

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 11:55:48 GMT

Managed IT outsourcing will remain protected from global financial turmoil, although demand for ...

MPLS breakthrough wins industry award

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:01:14 GMT

A pioneering development melding Multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) with digital subscriber line (DSL) footprints has won a prize, it has been revealed.

Financial commitment 'required for NGNs'

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 11:58:44 GMT

Increased investment from the public and private sectors could be necessary to provide the UK with next generation networks (NGNs), it has been claimed.

Companies 'not making most of MPLS'

Thu, 6 Nov 2008 14:05:55 GMT

UK businesses may not be maximising the benefits they gain from making use of multiprotocol label switching (MPLS), it has been claimed.

Next generation networks 'necessary in UK'

Thu, 6 Nov 2008 12:01:38 GMT

Next generation networks are required in the UK to keep up with demand for media streaming, it has been claimed.

Planes land safely 'via leased lines'

Tue, 4 Nov 2008 12:50:34 GMT

Air traffic controllers in Liverpool will be able to see flight paths of planes landing in Yorkshire thanks to a new telecommunications programme run on leased lines.

Charity 'makes SharePoint efficiency move'

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 12:10:43 GMT

Charity EveryChild will make use of Microsoft SharePoint to power the search facility in its new global intranet, it has been revealed.

MPLS ignorance 'unnecessary'

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 11:29:54 GMT

Businesses do not have to lose visibility of traffic usage on their wide area networks when they sign up for multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) virtual private networks (VPNs), it has been revealed.

Global MPLS uptake 'on the rise'

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 13:26:14 GMT

International companies are increasingly adopting Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), it has been claimed.

'Energy-efficient' next generation network mainframe unveiled

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 13:23:46 GMT

A new next generation network mainframe has been launched in an attempt to help firms lower energy costs and simplify their managed data centre requirements.

Web design can aid a firm's reputation

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:48:39 GMT

Web design can have a big impact on a company's reputation and how it is perceived by potential customers.

Mobile decline 'will lead to next generation network boom'

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 13:48:02 GMT

A slowdown in the growth of mobile communications will lead to an increase in the popularity of next generation networks, it has been claimed.

Firms 'should seek leased lines alternatives'

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 11:58:42 GMT

Site-to-site virtual private network (VPN) connections can offer a cost-effective alternative to leased lines for businesses in the current uncertain economic climate, it has been claimed.

Wide Area Networks 'becoming simpler for small firms'

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 14:10:46 GMT

Making use of Wide Area Networks (WANs) will become increasingly important for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in order for them to remain competitive, it has been revealed.

Ofcom announces next generation network plans

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:55:46 GMT

The Office of Communications (Ofcom) has announced proposals for next generation networks with the aim of developing broadband in the UK.

Computer recycling extends to printers

Tue, 9 Sep 2008 12:00:00 GMT

Firms who have looked into computer recycling may now want to focus on their printers, reports one firm.

Internet fax 'next for document management'

Tue, 9 Sep 2008 11:26:44 GMT

Those wanting to adopt document management services should look to internet fax in the quest for a paperless office, according to an expert.

Free managed WAN is 'a long way off'

Fri, 8 Aug 2008 11:03:46 GMT

Free managed WAN internet connectivity remains a long way off, according to one expert.

Nortel to supply Olympics with managed WAN services

Thu, 7 Aug 2008 09:57:37 GMT

The London Olympics is set to get a managed WAN service from Nortel in what is expected to be a "great public showcase of integrated communications".

Google improves ERP search facility

Wed, 6 Aug 2008 12:12:20 GMT

Google has expanded the search application capacity server to aid extraction of software for Enterprise Resource Planning [ERP] purposes.

University of Exeter deploys managed ethernet

Tue, 5 Aug 2008 12:04:26 GMT

The University of Exeter has chosen to improve its managed ethernet structure with the help of Juniper Networks.

People 'concerned' about costs of managed email use

Fri, 1 Aug 2008 13:44:26 GMT

People are not using their mobile phones for managed emails services or to access the internet as they are concerned about running up large bills.

Managed VoIP driven by replacement of IP PBX

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 11:29:49 GMT

Managed VoIP deployment is being driven by replacement of old software, rather than for cost reasons.

Improved managed bandwidth services "hugely important" to businesses

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 11:57:49 GMT

UK businesses need to invest more in managed bandwidth services in order to facilitate their working processes, an expert has said.

BT to improve managed bandwidth services

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 09:00:00 GMT

BT is set to invest £1.5 million over the next four years to increase the speed of its broadband offering.

Accessing internet on mobiles 'will be essential'

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 11:36:37 GMT

Being able to access the internet through mobile phones will become an essential to businesses, says one expert.

Deloitte signs managed VoIP videoconferencing deal

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 11:48:13 GMT

Deloitte has signed a three-year contract with Nortel to provide it with videoconferencing across the world.

Skype trys SME managed VoIP market

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 10:59:35 GMT

Skype is attempting to crack into the small to medium enterprise (SME) VoIP market, saying it can reduce costs and allow companies to work on a global scale.

Wimbledon adopts managed Ethernet services

Fri, 4 Jul 2008 12:01:12 GMT

Wimbledon has adopted managed Ethernet services in order to easily increase and decrease the available bandwidth for different times of the year.

Google improves managed Blackberry services

Wed, 2 Jul 2008 11:50:19 GMT

Google has improved the experience for managed Blackberry services users by improving the browser.

Avaya and Cisco patch managed VoIP flaws

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 11:53:44 GMT

Avaya and Cisco have patched security flaws on their managed IP services, after a number of weaknesses were found in the system.

EU to encourage next-generation spending

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 09:20:07 GMT

A new ruling from the European Union may force broadband operators to invest in next-generation infrastructure, improving managed bandwidth services.

Managed IP services costs present 'fantastic opportunity' to save

Tue, 1 Jul 2008 09:19:32 GMT

Investing in managed VoIP services is a key way for businesses to cut costs and boost efficiency, it has been suggested.

Managed IP services to cut carbon and costs for public body

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 11:13:46 GMT

Bosses at one public body have invested in managed IP services to help cut their carbon footprint and unite their various telephony systems.

Businesses 'not happy' with managed bandwidth services

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 11:27:09 GMT

Small to medium businesses (SMBs) have reported they are not happy with the broadband support services they receive.

IT managers predict tightening of belts

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 11:24:16 GMT

IT managers are predicting they will have to get better value from their managed applications as the economic climate tightens.

VoIP uptake to increase leased line sales

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 11:39:39 GMT

The number of people adopting VoIP is set to continue increasing, potentially leading to more leased lines being sold.

Blackberrys causing worker overtime demands

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 11:39:25 GMT

Blackberrys are becoming the focus of workers' rights cases, as employees argue they are now working 24/7.

Unexpected changes to managed IT services cause business risk

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 11:36:03 GMT

Unplanned changes to IT services are the biggest disruptions to business performance, a new survey has revealed.

SMBs should keep emails short

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 11:35:18 GMT

Small and medium businesses (SMBs) have been advised to keep the messages in emails short and simple.

Business leaders confused by UC

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 11:22:22 GMT

Business leaders are confused about the benefits unified communications (UC) pose to their company, research has found.

Data roaming fee cuts 'not enough'

Mon, 16 Jun 2008 12:01:25 GMT

Claims from mobile operators that they are to cut data roaming fees have been deemed "insufficient" by the European telecoms commissioner.

New iPhone targets BlackBerry users

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 21:42:00 GMT

Apple's second generation iPhone launched by Steve Jobs on Monday is targeting the corporate ma ...

VoIP subscribers set to double

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 11:47:37 GMT

Revenue from the voice over internet protocol (VoIP) industry is set to boom, with the number of subscribers set to double in the next four years, research has predicted.

Broadband suppliers can benefit from digital switchover

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 11:41:20 GMT

Managed bandwidth suppliers could benefit from the digital switchover which begins at the end of this year.

Next generation broadband is worth the costs

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 11:15:53 GMT

The movement of next generation broadband will be worth the high costs needed to roll it out, reports an industry group.

Software buying is 'complicated process'

Fri, 6 Jun 2008 11:57:13 GMT

Purchasing software is becoming increasingly difficult and dealing with vendors is reported as being a challenge, according to a new survey.

Intel receives antitrust fine from South Korea

Thu, 5 Jun 2008 11:57:49 GMT

Intel has received another antitrust fine, of $25.4 million (£13 million), this time from South Korea with the country saying the firm abused its position in the market.

Women not confident of future in IT

Thu, 5 Jun 2008 11:57:29 GMT

Women do not feel comfortable in their roles in IT, with 41 per cent saying they are uncertain for their future in the industry, according to a new survey.

London best for businesses wanting broadband

Wed, 4 Jun 2008 10:42:05 GMT

London is the best place to have a business if the internet is used a lot, according to a new survey.

IT workers 'made to work on holiday'

Wed, 4 Jun 2008 10:41:50 GMT

Almost half of IT workers are expected to work while they are on holiday, according to a new survey.

Immigration could boost the IT sector

Tue, 3 Jun 2008 11:17:39 GMT

Businesses need to support immigration to the UK in order to boost the IT sector and keep the industry competitive, according to a new report.

SME's reluctant to switch IP

Mon, 2 Jun 2008 12:09:42 GMT

Many small businesses experience issues with their internet providers (IP) but admit they would not consider changing their supplier.

Technology sector activity 'on the up'

Wed, 28 May 2008 10:14:45 GMT

The technology, media and telecoms sectors have seen a significant increase in growth, according to new research.

Video conferencing can reduce businesses' carbon footprint

Tue, 27 May 2008 12:04:38 GMT

Video conferencing can be adopted by businesses to save them money and reduce their carbon footprint, according to an industry body.

Ofcom deregulates 70% of the market

Tue, 27 May 2008 12:03:58 GMT

Ofcom has chosen to deregulate two-thirds of the broadband market, saying there is sufficient competition.

Energy saving to become big in IT

Fri, 23 May 2008 11:54:12 GMT

Energy-saving devices will boom in the IT world and could become a big money maker, however overall energy usage in the sector is set to rise.

Salaries for IT workers rise

Thu, 22 May 2008 12:10:51 GMT

Salaries in the IT business rose by four per cent last year, for new positions, according to a new report.

Climate bill will 'put pressure' on IT departments

Thu, 22 May 2008 12:10:38 GMT

The introduction of the Climate Change Bill will put pressure on IT departments to reduce energy usage and will be beneficial, according to an industry expert.

Poorly designed software 'wastes company time'

Tue, 20 May 2008 12:16:18 GMT

Badly designed software frustrates users and leads to companies losing time, according to a new survey.

IT staff separate from business decisions

Wed, 14 May 2008 11:59:39 GMT

IT staff are feeling increasingly separate from the decision making processes in their companies, according to a new survey.

Global IT spending increases by 11 per cent

Wed, 14 May 2008 11:58:28 GMT

The worldwide spending on IT services has risen by 11 per cent last year, according to Gartner, reaching £384 billion.

Companies do not have enough budget for increased bandwidth

Tue, 13 May 2008 11:27:52 GMT

Many companies do not have the budget to deal with the increasing bandwidth requirements, according to new research.

Government could save 5bn pounds (GBP) in IT efficiency

Tue, 13 May 2008 11:27:17 GMT

The government believes that an improved IT department and back office efficiencies could save it £5 billion.

Firefox and Safari lose market share, marginally

Fri, 9 May 2008 12:04:25 GMT

Firefox and Safari have dropped their market shares, but only by a small amount, according to Net Applications.

Microsoft ditches Yahoo offer

Wed, 7 May 2008 12:09:01 GMT

Microsoft has walked away from its bid to buyout Yahoo, after three months of negotiations.

Young girls think IT industry is geeky

Tue, 6 May 2008 14:40:36 GMT

Despite a majority of young girls thinking technology is "cool" most do not want to pursue a career in the industry.

Internet to 'remain strong'

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 10:52:06 GMT

The internet industry is looking strong and is not as likely to be affected by the current economic downturn in the US as other sectors, according to a group of experts.

Vista SP1 now on automatic updates

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 11:55:13 GMT

Vista users can now receive the first Service Pack (SP1) via its Automatic Update system.

Google reports strong Q1 results

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:03:22 GMT

Google has reported strong results for quarter one (Q1) of this year, announcing revenues of $5.19 billion (£2.6 billion).

Economic downturn causes IT spending cuts

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 09:09:18 GMT

The IT industry could find itself affected by recent economic conditions, as profit warnings were issued by 13 London-based IT companies, reported IT Pro.

Date revealed for XP SP3 release

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 10:28:41 GMT

The date Microsoft is due to release Service Pack 3 (SP3) for Windows XP has been leaked, with IT professionals now expecting it next week.

Spending on Linux to top 25bn GBP

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 11:41:00 GMT

Spending on Linux related software and services could reach $49 billion (£25 billion) in the next three years.

Video demand could bring internet to a standstill

Tue, 8 Apr 2008 11:25:04 GMT

Growing demand for online video content could lead to the internet grinding to a halt in less than two years, experts have warned.

European company websites 'most effective'

Fri, 4 Apr 2008 11:58:14 GMT

European businesses have the best websites, with four UK-based companies ranking in the top ten ...

Business Intelligence spending to grow 11 per cent in 2008

Wed, 2 Apr 2008 13:20:51 GMT

The worldwide market for business intelligence (BI) software is expected to grow to $5.8 billon (£2.9 billion) in 2008, an increase of 11.2 per cent from last year.

Microsoft to release Windows Mobile 6.1

Wed, 2 Apr 2008 11:24:14 GMT

Microsoft will release an updated version of the Windows Mobile platform with several new features including a web browser, it was revealed yesterday.

Ceragon offers new wireless Ethernet platforms

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 11:31:15 GMT

Ceragon Networks, a provider of high-capacity wireless backhaul solutions, said that it is providing a variety of new carrier-grade wireless Ethernet platforms.

Broadband industry 'promotes unrealistic speeds'

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 11:36:51 GMT

If the broadband industry continues to promote itself on the theoretical maximum speeds rather than realistic ones then businesses are likely to be disappointed, says one expert.

CIOs' pay is up, but satisfaction is down

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 11:36:32 GMT

Top bosses in IT are getting paid more than ever, but their job satisfaction has decreased, according to a new survey.

Skype is not suitable for businesses

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 11:43:24 GMT

The Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service Skype is ideal for students but not suitable for businesses, according to one expert.

Release of Firefox 3 'imminent'

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:31:03 GMT

Mozilla is due to release the next version of Firefox imminently increasing its pressure on Microsoft.

Broadband providers failing customers

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:35:17 GMT

Broadband suppliers are failing their consumers according to a new customer satisfaction survey.

Vista SP1 released on Windows Update

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:34:28 GMT

Microsoft Vista's first Service Pack (SP1) has been released to consumers, following an eventful path from production, but it is still not available to everyone.

Vista SP1 'to be available tomorrow'

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 10:53:39 GMT

The first Vista service pack (SP1) is due to be released by Microsoft tomorrow, according to one website.

EU needs to be 'bullied' by IT industry on greener legislation

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 10:44:06 GMT

The IT industry needs to push the European Union into creating legislation on reducing carbon emissions as currently the sector is environmentally unsustainable.

London holds on to Wi-Fi top position

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 10:43:33 GMT

London has maintained its position as Wi-Fi capital of the world with usage increasing by 156 per cent in 2007.

Data created exceeds storage capacity for first time ever

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 10:18:11 GMT

The amount of data in the world has exceeded the available space in which to store it for the first time ever.

Effective management can save 45% on IT bills

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 11:15:13 GMT

Managing IT equipment effectively could save businesses 45 per cent in maintenance bills, according to new research by Gartner.

IT industry spending to tip inflation

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 11:00:16 GMT

Spending on IT is likely to remain buoyant and tip inflation, despite the current economic uncertainty, according to a new study.

Firm deploys new ethernet connection

Fri, 7 Mar 2008 12:56:37 GMT

Carphone Warehouse Networks (CPWN) has announced the deployment of new high-performance Ethernet routers this week.

Faster broadband on its way

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 13:13:44 GMT

Researchers at a British university claim to have developed a device which can provide broadband internet access at 100 times the usual speeds and at a lower cost.

Company announces WiMAX deployment

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 13:13:05 GMT

Supermarket chain Somerfield has announced plans for a pilot WiMAX solution for its Manchester sites.

New broadband initiative launched

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 11:23:56 GMT

A London council has teamed up with a wireless broadband provider to offer free high-speed internet in certain parts of the borough.

Workers choose mobile broadband

Wed, 5 Mar 2008 13:26:11 GMT

A growing number of workers in the US are choosing to access the internet via mobile broadband services, new research has revealed.

Intellect welcomes next-generation broadband review

Wed, 5 Mar 2008 10:56:50 GMT

Trade association Intellect has this week welcomed the government's acknowledgement of the role technology has to play in the creative industries in a new strategy document.

SMEs consider switch to mobile operators

Tue, 4 Mar 2008 13:51:23 GMT

A significant number of small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK would consider switching to a single mobile operator to meet their communications requirements, according to a new study.

D-Link products receive energy efficiency ratings

Tue, 4 Mar 2008 11:30:00 GMT

Networking firm D-Link has announced that a number of its products have been awarded environmentally-friendly ENERGY STAR ratings.

Businesses turn to carrier-delivered Ethernet services

Mon, 3 Mar 2008 13:05:25 GMT

New research has revealed that a growing number of small to medium-sized enterprises in the US are turning to carrier-delivered Ethernet services.

Britain needs to keep up to speed on broadband

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 11:16:33 GMT

It is important for Britain not to fall behind competitors with high speed broadband when the next generation arrives.

Domain names 'running out'

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 10:59:16 GMT

Domain name availability is dwindling but they give "businesses an online presence", said an expert.

Hard drive failure 'is often due to human interference'

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 11:30:44 GMT

Attempting to fix a hard drive after a failure is likely to result in more damage and cause the loss of stored data, according to experts.

RFID market predicted to grow by 31%

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 11:29:12 GMT

Radio frequency identification (RFID) technology is set to grow by 31 per cent in 2008, totalling $3.5 billion (£1.77 billion) by 2012, say experts.

Fujitsu launches 500GB compact hard disk

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 11:28:43 GMT

Fujitsu has released a new 2.5-inch hard disk for laptops with half a terabyte capacity.

Vista update released to general users early

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 11:53:47 GMT

Some Windows users have received the Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1) update early through Windows Update.

High speed broadband 'may not make a difference'

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 11:05:23 GMT

An expert has suggested that the launch of 50mbps internet this year may not benefit businesses.

County council gets 42m GBP 'faster, better broadband connection'

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 11:39:26 GMT

NYnet has been awarded a broadband contract worth over £42 million from the North Yorkshire county council (NYCC).

Vista update causes continuous reboot

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 11:50:03 GMT

Some users of prerequisites for the new Vista Service Pack update (SP1) have reported that the software has crippled their machines, reports a computing website.

EU approves Ofcom plans for broadband deregulation

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 12:22:21 GMT

The European Union (EU) has supported plans from Ofcom to deregulate the broadband market in parts of the country.

Vista SP1 'does not improve application compatibility'

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 11:27:36 GMT

The first Vista service pack (SP1) does not solve the program's problems with application compatibility, according to experts.

Shortages in IT staff are creating problems in companies

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 11:45:28 GMT

A lack of available IT staff is creating problems in businesses, a new report has shown.

IT industry to 'become greener'

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 11:56:53 GMT

The first paper concerning the IT industry's energy use has been published by the UK's industry trade association, Intellect.

Internet 'increases competition' for businesses

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 11:00:18 GMT

SMEs will find it harder to attract customers via the internet, due to more people using the internet creating a competitive marketplace.

Cobra to provide all-in-one solution for programmers

Fri, 8 Feb 2008 13:42:54 GMT

Cobra is being prepared for an open source release as a solution to address many needs in software development, according to a source.

Apple computers set to boom

Mon, 4 Feb 2008 11:38:28 GMT

New research has predicted that Apple will double its computer market share by 2011.

Businesses to get better IP telephony

Fri, 1 Feb 2008 11:54:07 GMT

Businesses will get more features and better efficiency in voice over IP (VoIP) when Avaya upgrades its IP telephony gear, according to a source.

'Dissatisfaction may cause price cuts in broadband'

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 15:02:55 GMT

Research has shown that businesses are increasingly dissatisfied with their Internet Service Provider (ISP) which could lead to price cuts, reports ITPro.

Business IT is set for 'big changes'

Fri, 25 Jan 2008 10:51:13 GMT

A majority of chief information officers (CIOs) expect a big change in business IT over the next three years, according to a new report.

Indian IT market set to boom

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 09:21:24 GMT

The Indian IT market is predicted to grow to $10.73 billion (£5.5 billion) in three year's time as more companies choose it for outsourcing, according to a new report.

Firefox to 'have user-interface technology'

Mon, 21 Jan 2008 12:01:30 GMT

Mozilla is to research some user-interface (UI) technology after it has employed three UI developers.

Video conferencing 'comes to life'

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 09:56:07 GMT

A new camera product could make video conferencing more realistic for businesses by using "eye-to-eye" technology.

UK company increases hotspot coverage

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 15:52:16 GMT

The Cloud has expanded its Wi-Fi capability by buying a German hotspot aggregator.

W3C boosts semantic web

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 11:32:57 GMT

The potential of semantic web has been boosted today after the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) published a SPARQL query technology standard.

'Price war' could cut costs for businesses

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 12:14:19 GMT

A potential Ethernet price war could make the internet cheaper for businesses as a newcomer launches a new service.

New DaaS application launched

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 11:41:06 GMT

LongJump has launched a new database as a service (DaaS) product that allows companies their own database and storage access online.

Internet is 'best tool in training'

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 09:51:31 GMT

Using the internet as a training tool boosts staff morale and improves productivity and quality of work, according to e-skills UK.

New technology to make videoconferencing 'more realistic'

Wed, 9 Jan 2008 15:36:40 GMT

New gigabyte bandwidth will give everyone access to videoconferencing with 100 people and "micro-expressions", according to Third-Order Nanotechnologies.

Online backup services market growing

Tue, 8 Jan 2008 12:02:45 GMT

The global online backup services market is likely to grow significantly over the next few years due to inexpensive internet access and growth in data generation, it has been claimed.

Businesses can improve internet connectivity

Mon, 7 Jan 2008 11:00:02 GMT

Ahead of the introduction of the next generation of broadband connections, one expert has suggested that small to medium-sized enterprises could potentially improve their internet access.

Better internet connectivity 'should be goal for new year'

Thu, 3 Jan 2008 11:41:03 GMT

Improved internet connectivity should be on the 2008 agenda for businesses and consumers who want to save money, it has been suggested.

ISPs 'could be more transparent about bandwidth speeds'

Wed, 2 Jan 2008 11:44:50 GMT

ISPs may finally have to be held to the promises they make regarding bandwidth speeds during 2008, according to an IT website's predictions for the new year.

Improved internet connectivity 'will drive innovation'

Wed, 2 Jan 2008 09:25:10 GMT

Enhancements to broadband speeds and internet connectivity will help foster innovation for businesses in the future, it has been claimed.

Internet connectivity tipped for retail sector growth

Mon, 31 Dec 2007 11:49:12 GMT

The availability of the internet has helped to push online retail sales, according to one expert.

South Yorkshire in line for bandwidth improvement

Fri, 28 Dec 2007 10:47:28 GMT

Businesses and homes in South Yorkshire are set to enjoy greater bandwidth access after the announcement that a new fibre-based broadband network is to be built in the county.

Ofcom to auction bandwidth

Thu, 20 Dec 2007 11:43:11 GMT

Industry regulator Ofcom has said it is preparing for the auction of more bandwidth in the summer of 2008.

Bandwidth opportunity in Milton Keynes

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 11:09:23 GMT

The city of Milton Keynes has provided a Wimax broadband service which has attracted over 1,000 declarations of interest from businesses and individuals.

Wireless email tipped for European growth

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 11:42:30 GMT

Wireless email has been tipped to enjoy a boom period as business users take advantage of the extra internet connectivity such a service offers.

SaaS dons red coat as Butlins seeks boost

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 10:59:00 GMT

Holiday firm Butlins has announced a new initiative to increase its online bookings in 2008 using Software-as-a-Service (SaaS.

Bandwidth warning for SMEs

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 10:49:02 GMT

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Britain are faced with being at a disadvantage unless Britain modernises its internet infrastructure, online advice service BroadbandChoices.co.uk has said.

Some retailers failing to make the most of internet connectivity, survey finds

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 14:01:10 GMT

Retailers who are failing to provide the level of service needed to maximise the opportunities internet connectivity has provided stand to lose out on a large amount of revenue, web solutions firm NetBenefit has warned.

Growth in internet connectivity 'will drive needs for storage'

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 11:47:21 GMT

Companies providing computing and storage capacity will gain greatly from the growth of internet usage around the world, Sun Systems has stated.

Faster internet connectivity speeds 'can help smaller firms'

Fri, 7 Dec 2007 11:06:20 GMT

A firm's internet connectivity speed can have a significant impact upon its success, an expert has claimed.

Internet connectivity highlighted by online sales figures

Thu, 6 Dec 2007 13:37:02 GMT

The value of internet connectivity to enterprises has been highlighted by new figures for online sales activity.

WAN optimisation the way to boost bandwidth, says Gartner

Thu, 6 Dec 2007 12:00:46 GMT

IT analyst firm Gartner has said the best way for companies to save money over the next few years is to increase their bandwidth by using WAN optimisation products.

Ministers push for speed and bandwidth combination

Mon, 26 Nov 2007 11:42:47 GMT

Government ministers are meeting with leaders of the UK IT industry to seek ways to ensure businesses with high bandwidth connections are not disadvantaged by slower connections than their European counterparts.

Internet connectivity hailed as export benefit

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 11:31:03 GMT

Using internet connectivity well is the key to success in the export market, a business body based in the north of England has said.

Brands Hatch gears up with new IP services

Thu, 22 Nov 2007 11:44:14 GMT

Motor racing circuit Brands Hatch has completed a major telecom infrastructure upgrade, it has been announced.

Most UK business online users 'going for high bandwidth'

Thu, 22 Nov 2007 11:43:31 GMT

UK businesses are ahead of the population as a whole when it comes to adopting high bandwidth, new research has concluded.

New investment 'needed' as internet connectivity grows

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 10:53:01 GMT

Internet service providers should significantly increase their investment to meet increasing demand without facing a decline in services, it has been claimed.

Welsh assembly in bandwidth expansion programme

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 13:50:58 GMT

The Welsh Assembly government has announced a new deal to enhance networks in a way that will offer businesses across Wales greater access to wider bandwidth.

Telcos face regulatory standardisation as commission proposes single market

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 11:27:08 GMT

The European commission has proposed the creation of a single European telecoms market, which will reduce the power of incumbent carriers as national regulators cede their power to Europe-wide rules.

Email potential emphasises value of internet connectivity

Wed, 14 Nov 2007 10:28:54 GMT

Small businesses can capitalise on the potential of the internet to promote themselves effectively and cheaply, one expert has claimed.

Internet connectivity need emphasised by online shopping growth

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 13:56:48 GMT

The advantages enjoyed by businesses which have an online presence appear set to grow further as online shopping is tipped to increase in the UK.

Council implements Ethernet VPN network

Thu, 8 Nov 2007 11:44:34 GMT

A Scottish council has employed a new Ethernet virtual private network (VPN) to help handle their communication and data requirements for the next five years.

UK small businesses bandwidth has narrower base

Wed, 7 Nov 2007 13:52:44 GMT

The take-up of broadband internet connectivity among UK small businesses still lags behind their continental counterparts, new research has shown.

Small and medium business to get internet connectivity help

Mon, 5 Nov 2007 13:49:18 GMT

Internet connectivity is one of the many areas in which small and medium-sized businesses are to be offered help in making the most of IT in a new initiative in the south-west of England.

Independent working 'made easier by high-speed internet connectivity'

Fri, 2 Nov 2007 14:00:08 GMT

Having a high-speed broadband internet connection has made independent working much easier, a new report has found.

City upgrades WAN facility

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 11:43:14 GMT

Coventry City council has announced a major expansion of its wide area network (WAN) broadband system which will enable it to provide new communications to residents across a range of service areas.

10G Ethernet credibility grows

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 10:16:10 GMT

Laboratory tests in the US may have helped pave the way for the widespread use of 10G Ethernet in data centres.

Widen your bandwidth, companies told

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 11:28:07 GMT

Resellers have been warned to widen their bandwidth to cope with a looming crisis in available data centre space in London.

Internet connectivity boosts Norwich Union HR

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 11:46:53 GMT

The Norwich Union human resources department has been boosted by the instigation of a new online system, which has reduced the number of calls to the Employee Services section.

PCT to get new IP telephony service

Mon, 8 Oct 2007 13:41:55 GMT

The Heart of Birmingham Teaching Primary Care Trust (PCT) has signed a new agreement with BT, under which it will have access to the NHS national broadband network knows an N3.

New EU telephone system regulations backed

Thu, 4 Oct 2007 10:56:04 GMT

In a move which may have implications for business internet connectivity, the telecoms regulators of all 27 European Union member countries have backed plans by the commissioner Viviane Reding to ease the separation of network and service segments of telecoms operators.

New IP telephony system for Rics

Thu, 4 Oct 2007 10:54:31 GMT

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) has announced the installation of a new IP-based telephony system for its new call centre.

Unified communications adds "value"

Mon, 1 Oct 2007 11:32:03 GMT

Companies using IP telephony and other IP communications will gain in efficiency and make life easier for IT managers if they adopt a unified communications system, an expert has said.

Online presence 'important' for any business

Thu, 27 Sep 2007 11:03:12 GMT

Both small and large businesses need to have not just internet connectivity but web presesnce in order to thrive, smallbusiness.co.uk has said.

Internet connectivity 'saves costs and raises SME profile'

Mon, 24 Sep 2007 13:19:13 GMT

Internet connectivity is an ideal way for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to raise their profiles and market their wares at a low cost, the Direct Marketing Association has stated.

Virtualisation is "key" to future of data centres

Mon, 24 Sep 2007 11:23:21 GMT

Virtualisation is the most important technological development that will shape the future of data centres, it has been claimed.

Web presence "essential" for small businesses

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 13:55:09 GMT

Internet connectivity is a critical matter for small businesses, who will struggle to expand their customer base without a presence on the web, the Internet Advertising Bureau has said.

Homeworking offers employers wider 'pool' of employees

Wed, 19 Sep 2007 12:10:00 GMT

The advantage of employing home workers is that employers can use the talents of people who might otherwise be unavailable, the National Group on Home working has said.

Homeworking tipped to boost VoIP demand

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 11:20:06 GMT

An increase in homeworking may boost the demand for VoIP and hosted PBX, it has been suggested.

VoIP growth needs LLU, says Katz

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 11:18:21 GMT

Local loop unbundling (LLU) is a "key" factor in the growth of VoIP in the UK, according to Eli Katz, chairman of the Internet Telephony Services Providers Association.

VoIP seeing strong UK growth, says ITSPA

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 11:32:21 GMT

VoIP is "growing strongly", the chairman of the Internet Telephony Services Providers Association (Itspa), Eli Katz, has said.

VoIP accessibility boosted by WiFi

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 12:09:37 GMT

Accessibility to VoIP communications has been enhanced by a new generation of W-iFi communication systems, industry expert David Frith has said.

NHS Direct adopts VoIP

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 10:59:24 GMT

NHS direct has adopted VoIP in order to improve its operations and meet targets set out by the Department of Health.

VoIP, VPN to improve productivity

Mon, 10 Sep 2007 12:04:16 GMT

Businesses are set to turn to unified communications and IP telephony in order to increase worker productivity, according to research group Dimension Data.

FMC 'can cause problems' if not managed properly

Fri, 7 Sep 2007 12:49:08 GMT

Fixed-mobile convergence (FMC) systems can be more of a distraction from the real problems facing firms than a help, according to one expert.

CMS update provides benefits for FM group

Fri, 7 Sep 2007 11:20:01 GMT

One British facilities maintenance firm has praised the improved access to service engineers in the field it has achieved after implementing a new contract management system (CMS).

MPLS could cause "major train wreck" for interoperability problems

Tue, 4 Sep 2007 12:00:18 GMT

A "major train wreck" could happen unless there is resolution between two rival transport network architectures' use of multiprotocol label switching (MPLS), experts claim.

VoIP, IP PBX 'costs down, spending up'

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 11:59:18 GMT

Businesses are set to spend more on IP telephony technology such as VoIP and IP PBX this year, with experts expecting the trend to continue, claims a new report.

Half UK companies can't monitor data centre changes

Wed, 29 Aug 2007 12:21:12 GMT

Nearly half of UK companies and organisations are unable to monitor and track physical changes that could affect the performance of their data centre, according to a survey.

Eurostar gets MPLS

Tue, 28 Aug 2007 12:51:55 GMT

The Eurostar operator has chosen a multi-protocol layer switching (MPLS) network to connect its various sites around Europe.

Skype could cost businesses data

Fri, 24 Aug 2007 13:42:01 GMT

Businesses should avoid using Skype to make voice over internet protocol (VoIP) calls, as it could lead to data loss, the VoiceCon conference in San Francisco heard.

Bank opts for MPLS to access data centres, raise reliability

Thu, 23 Aug 2007 13:39:48 GMT

A global bank which needed to improve the reliability of its world wide network of data centres, applications and critical services, has chosen to deploy a multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) network.

Traditional Telco's replaced by VoIP

Thu, 23 Aug 2007 11:56:13 GMT

Voice over internet protocol (VoIP) is putting an end to the hegemony of traditional telecommunications telephony, according to experts.

Data centres highlight energy efficiency cost cuts

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 13:59:10 GMT

With energy costs for IT spiralling, two companies are using their own data centres to showcase their greener technology.

UK businesses turning to VoIP over leased lines

Tue, 21 Aug 2007 11:30:11 GMT

Businesses across the UK are setting up voice over internet protocol (VoIP) over leased lines at a growing rate, according to an expert.

UK businesses slow to take up VoIP

Tue, 21 Aug 2007 11:29:41 GMT

UK enterprises lag behind the US and the rest of Europe when it comes to adoption of IP telephony solutions like voice over internet protocol (VoIP), according to a study by Datamonitor.

Global managed services deals worth GBP1.4bn

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 11:52:14 GMT

Global telecoms contracts for managed services in the first half of the year amounted to $2.87 billion (£1.44 billion), according to analyst firm Ovum.

China deploys VPN, leased lines for hi-tech games

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 11:51:39 GMT

China's Olympics will have the largest communications infrastructure of any previous Olympics, including leased lines, broadband access and virtual private networks (VPNs) for news agencies, organizers claim.

Security, compliance: data centre storage challenges

Fri, 17 Aug 2007 11:30:00 GMT

More than two thirds of IT professionals expressed discontent with their firm's data storage plans.

SMEs taking up VoIP

Thu, 16 Aug 2007 15:39:11 GMT

A growing number of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are making the switch from land lines to voice over internet protocol (VoIP) telephony, according to one analyst.

Global oil company uses MPLS to ease VoIP

Thu, 16 Aug 2007 11:55:07 GMT

When a privately owned company supplying the oil and gas sector with operations chemicals needed to upgrade its system to make the best use of bandwidth, it deployed a multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) network.

VPN helps council staff's work-life balance

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 13:32:10 GMT

Cheshire county council has experienced improved staff flexibility and moved towards meeting environmental targets by installing a secure socket layer (SSL) virtual private network (VPN).

AA renews mobility, VPN, continuity services

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 12:04:04 GMT

Mobile communications are essential to breakdown group AA and it has installed a virtual private network (VPN) to its data centre.

Hosted services virtualisation technology 'not mature'

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 11:53:19 GMT

Hosted and managed services customers would rather not share their server with other data centre customers, according to a survey.

Businesses can get local numbers for VoIP

Mon, 13 Aug 2007 12:43:42 GMT

Small businesses that want to keep their local flavour but still take advantage of VoIP savings, have been given that option.

Office work 'stifles creativity and productivity'

Fri, 10 Aug 2007 13:56:36 GMT

Nearly a third of office workers believe they would benefit from the change of scenery and flexibility that virtual private network (VPN) enabled remote access to company systems would give them.

Dual mode VoIP phone market to grow

Fri, 10 Aug 2007 12:08:58 GMT

Dual mode VoIP phones will become highly sought after business devices in the next two years, according to a survey.

Mobile downtime 'half of system cost'

Wed, 8 Aug 2007 12:26:08 GMT

Mobile computing and communications device downtime accounts for almost half its running costs, according to one analysis.

Energy needs outpace energy efficiency technology

Tue, 7 Aug 2007 14:13:05 GMT

Data centres are consuming more power than ever despite increased energy efficiency and falling power consumption per computational unit.

T-mobile connects to Wi-Fi VoIP

Mon, 6 Aug 2007 12:53:18 GMT

T-Mobile has been forced to connect numbers of a mobile voice over internet protocol service (VoIP), meaning enterprise customers on the go could take advantage of cheaper call charges.

iPhone IT security threat 'exaggerated'

Fri, 3 Aug 2007 14:18:54 GMT

Criticism of Apple's iPhone which focuses on its security vulnerabilities has been exaggerated according to one analyst.

Virtualisation cuts data centre costs, capitalises on capacity

Thu, 2 Aug 2007 11:29:51 GMT

Virtualisation software can bring data centre savings and improved functionality to enterprises by making the most of server capacity, claim experts.

Datacentres must be prepared for summer heat

Wed, 1 Aug 2007 13:59:30 GMT

With the Great British sun finally promising to burn through the rain clouds, one UK datacentre expert is warning about heat precautions as for every ten degrees C of external heat increase, the chance of a datacentre meltdown rises by five per cent.

Google goof shows downside to datacentres

Wed, 1 Aug 2007 11:54:04 GMT

Recent trouble with Google analytics has highlighted one of the downsides to the software-as-a-service model in which clients access applications from the vendor's datacentre.

IP PBX technology maturing

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 13:48:18 GMT

Unified communications (UC) products that make use of IP PBX have matured and enterprises are starting to see that using the systems can add value, according to analyst firm Gartner.

CIOs justify VoIP non-financially

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 12:03:06 GMT

Chief information officers (CIOs) looking to justify VoIP deployment can arm themselves with benefits for businesses beyond lowering the costs of making calls, claims one expert.

NHS's N3 goes VoIP

Mon, 30 Jul 2007 14:05:59 GMT

NHS organisations could save up to £15 million following a quality of service (QoS) upgrade to its network which will allow voice over internet protocol (VoIP) calls to mobiles.

Mobile VoIP, IP PBX use to grow 135%

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 13:04:45 GMT

The user bases for mobile VoIP, IP PBX and mobile/fixed convergence are set to grow by 135 per cent over the next two years, according to new research.

Convenience, convergence trumps QoS for phone users

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 11:25:08 GMT

Enterprise phone users consider convenience over quality of service (QoS) and cost when using their communications devices, according to a survey.

VoIP raises call centre customer satisfaction

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 12:16:31 GMT

Distributed virtual call centres are driving the uptake of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) by contact centres, claims new research.

Power back-up helps data centre weather storm

Wed, 25 Jul 2007 13:48:43 GMT

The importance of having back up power supplies for data centres was highlighted this week when a UK data centre managed to provide continuous service through some of the wettest weather to hit the country.

Handsets for businesses should link to IP PBX

Wed, 25 Jul 2007 12:06:13 GMT

Mobile phone and organiser handsets that pitch themselves at the enterprise market should be able to link to an IP PBX infrastructure claimed an analyst.

Demand for network skills set to rise

Mon, 23 Jul 2007 11:25:05 GMT

Workers with skills in wireless LANs, VoIP and IP networks are expected to be in more demand as employers increase their IT spending.

Business data services spend 'to slow'

Fri, 20 Jul 2007 13:48:01 GMT

Business data customers need more reassurance over the move to next generation networks, while growth in spending on fixed business data services is expected to slow dramatically from next year, according to a new report.

AA cuts GBP2m costs with network upgrade

Fri, 20 Jul 2007 10:55:05 GMT

The AA has managed to slash millions off its yearly networking costs by utilising a managed voice and data platform.

WAN optimisation 'crucial' for cost-cutting network managers

Tue, 17 Jul 2007 11:56:11 GMT

Network owners are being urged to invest in Wide Arena Network (WAN) optimisation, which consist of compression, quality-of-service (QoS) and application monitoring tools, in order to speed up the performance of their applications.

Top companies invest in IT

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 12:41:57 GMT

Businesses that invest in IT technologies to increase their connectivity and improve their working practices, such as VPN which allows secure remote working, are more likely to grow faster than companies which lag behind.

Unified Communications market growth "in double digits"

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 12:02:14 GMT

Businesses seeking to improve their connectivity are increasingly turning to unified communications.

Oxford builds supercomputer data centre

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 12:40:26 GMT

Oxford University is spending £1.2 million on a new data centre to meet its growing need for data space and massive calculations.

Netgear SSL VPN 'best networking device'

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 12:04:01 GMT

Netgear's SSL VPN device was named the Networking Device Product of the Year by IT industry news and analysis website Techworld.

Cisco WAN optimisation gets 1000th customer

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 13:55:12 GMT

Cisco's wide area network (WAN) optimisation package, which allows centralisation of data centres, has just reached 1,000 customers world-wide.

More and more data centres virtualised

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 11:47:57 GMT

Following a trend towards virtualisation, life assurance company Standard Life has saved "high six figure" savings by running its data centres in virtualisation mode.

New UK data centre 'powers itself'

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 11:46:02 GMT

A new UK data centre is set to generate some of its own energy in an attempt to minimise its power consumption.

'Data centres in a box' continue to grow

Fri, 6 Jul 2007 14:04:52 GMT

Small and medium enterprises have another option when it comes to buying a 'data centre in a box' following the launch by HCL Infosystems of their own offering.

Data centre focus allows "rogue IT" to flourish

Fri, 6 Jul 2007 11:42:52 GMT

Businesses whose IT departments are stretched thin with their duties to manage data centre and fire fighting allow a "shadow" IT culture to flourish which can lead to security issues.

Hosted services, VoIP deployments rising

Thu, 5 Jul 2007 13:58:19 GMT

Growing numbers of businesses have deployed or are planning to deploy hosted services, voice over internet protocol (VoIP) and unified messaging, according to research by business communications software firm Interactive Intelligence.

VoIP provider receives award

Wed, 4 Jul 2007 14:22:04 GMT

The unified communications provider Polycom was recognised by consultant Frost & Sullivan for its voice over internet protocol (VoIP) products.

Flexible data centres can save lives

Wed, 4 Jul 2007 11:57:17 GMT

Emergency rescue crews in Norfolk can now connect to hospitals and GPs to A&E departments which can access data centre information on patients to prepare for them before they arrive, potentially saving lives.

Recreational use, convergence impacting network performance

Tue, 3 Jul 2007 14:04:50 GMT

Personal recreational use of corporate systems uses more than ten per cent of network capacity in many cases, according to a survey by network specialist NetQoS.

'Beat space limits with split data centres' companies told

Tue, 3 Jul 2007 12:07:38 GMT

Financial institutions in London could have to adopt split data centres in order to cope with a shortage of space, claimed an industry expert.

WAN optimisation 'a requirement' for communicating with data centre

Mon, 2 Jul 2007 12:06:51 GMT

More businesses are using wide area network (WAN) optimisation to improve how information stored centrally in data centres is communicated throughout the network, according to analysts.

Data centre to flood rescue

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 12:06:14 GMT

A UK data centre has ensured that GP practices in Lincolnshire and Yorkshire have been able to maintain their business continuity despite floods which have seen parts of England submerged under feet of water.

New blades offer PC experience

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 11:56:50 GMT

Changes to blade PCs which see them provide a more desktop-like experience and allow great distance between user and data centre make them more appealing, claim experts.

Apple iPhone 'IT security risk'

Mon, 25 Jun 2007 10:51:00 GMT

Businesses should avoid using and should discourage workers from using Apple's iPhone in the workplace, according to experts concerned by IT security risks and lack of PBX integration.

Boarding school considering IP PBX after Wi-Fi success

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 14:01:06 GMT

A boarding school is considering installing an IP PBX solution which would see the campus covered with a VoIP network, after its experiments with Wi-Fi proved successful.

'Better tools needed for virtualised data centres'

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 14:00:21 GMT

Companies which use virtualised data centres need to choose the appropriate management tools an ...

Cisco product addresses CoS, QoS

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 12:00:36 GMT

Frost and Sullivan has awarded Cisco for a core router segment (CRS) which facilitates the management of MPLS, VPN, and public telephone networks while also addressing class of service (CoS) and quality of service (QoS).

BT, Sprint achieve IP/MPLS certification

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 14:00:20 GMT

BT is one of two IP/MPLS networks which have achieved a high level certification which recognises their ability to support convergence of video, audio and data communications.

Wireless communications go head to head

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 11:41:44 GMT

While 3G and Wi-Fi technology battle it out to be the wireless broadband technology of choice for individuals, the uptake by enterprises and their workers may come down to which can fit into corporate communications and IT security strategy.

Data centres power costs growing

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 12:03:44 GMT

Companies' expenditure on powering and cooling their data centres is growing eight times more quickly than hardware spending, according to International Data Corporation.

IT telephony grows on European enterprises

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 11:53:39 GMT

European vendors of enterprise telephony are warming to IP telephony according to research by Frost & Sullivan.

Network application downtime 'costs GBP150k per hour'

Wed, 13 Jun 2007 12:22:19 GMT

When a network application goes down it can cost companies up to �150,000 an hour according to a survey of IT managers at Forbes 1,000 companies.

Data centres can protect from IT meltdown

Wed, 13 Jun 2007 12:20:54 GMT

Backing up enterprise information in a remote data centre could help save SMEs from ruin and protect larger companies from serious financial difficulties in the case of a catastrophe or technology malfunction, an expert has said.

VPN 'hardest remote technology to manage'

Tue, 12 Jun 2007 11:40:00 GMT

Virtual Private Networks (VPN) are the most difficult remote technology for IT experts to manage, according to a survey.

IP PBX sales growing

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 11:45:31 GMT

Pure IP PBX sales have grown 76 per cent in the last year, according to the latest study into enterprise telephony by Infonetics Research.

WAN transfer speeds cut

Thu, 7 Jun 2007 13:52:37 GMT

Enterprises' data transfers across Wide Area Networks (WAN) could be speeded up further by the application of an upgrade to appliances.

Switching to green data centres could save GBP 1.4m

Thu, 7 Jun 2007 13:52:13 GMT

Reducing the energy requirements of energy hungry data centres could save companies an average of as much as $2.1 million (GBP 1.4 million) a year, according to one IT provider.

Boxed data centres: power without the headache

Thu, 7 Jun 2007 10:37:11 GMT

Two companies this year have released virtualised data centres "in a box" which can add up to 1,200 servers and 3.5 petabytes to a network at once and are allegedly cheaper, more energy efficient and more portable than models that take up building space.

VPN and other IT appliances 'on the rise'

Wed, 6 Jun 2007 16:14:37 GMT

Single-purpose IT systems that plug straight into the network,such as virtual private networks (VPN), are becoming more popular according to analysis firm Gartner.

WAN optimisation market up 61%

Wed, 6 Jun 2007 11:57:22 GMT

The global Wide Area Network (WAN) optimisation market has grown by 61 per cent over the past year, new research by Infonetics has revealed.

IT service speed hits profitability

Tue, 5 Jun 2007 14:28:38 GMT

The speed of delivery of IT projects such as Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) or Wide Area Networks (WANs) is "clearly linked" to the profitability of the enterprise, a study by the Economist Intelligence Unit has revealed.

Microsoft advances converged solution

Tue, 5 Jun 2007 12:55:15 GMT

Microsoft announced the next stage in its move towards a converged solution for enterprise telecommunications at a Microsoft conference.

MPSL VPN prices keep coming down

Mon, 4 Jun 2007 12:02:39 GMT

Prices of MPSL VPN services world wide have been falling for the past three years, according to a report by consultants OVUM and the Enterprise VPN User Association (EVUA).

WANs 'can cut VoIP costs'

Fri, 1 Jun 2007 11:55:35 GMT

Wide area networks (WAN) can cut business costs by enabling various VoIP "islands" removed from the organisation's headquarters to use it's established telephony instead of setting up new private branch exchanges (PBX), experts told the Las Vegas Interop IT conference.

WAN customers only 60% satisfied

Thu, 31 May 2007 12:08:02 GMT

Many businesses are less than satisfied with their wide area network (WAN) providers, according to a survey by network service company Masergy.

Wireless VoIP system launched

Wed, 30 May 2007 14:48:50 GMT

Another company is set to produce dual-use mobile phones which would permit business clients to use wireless VoIP (wVoIP) to save money on calls and data transfers.

Brits spend �11bn at online retailers

Tue, 29 May 2007 14:12:31 GMT

The online retail sector grew more quickly in 2006 than it had done since 2001 to reach a record �10.9 billion sales, according to retail analyst Verdict Research.

Deutsche Telekom's VoIP investment

Tue, 29 May 2007 14:00:52 GMT

One major telecommunications provider has acknowledged the impact of voice over internet protocol (VoIP) by investing in the VoIP provider Jajah.

New VoIP rules come into force

Tue, 29 May 2007 11:44:43 GMT

Companies providing VoIP telephony will be bound by new rules set by Ofcom from today.

CRM market worth �1.5 billion

Fri, 25 May 2007 13:00:41 GMT

The customer relationship management (CRM) applications market experienced growth that exceeded expectations last year.

Wi-Fi costs 'out of control'

Fri, 25 May 2007 11:14:19 GMT

Wi-Fi costs for some companies are spiralling out of control because their workers are purchasing ad hoc Wi-Fi arrangements while on the road.

VoIP and established communications to work together

Thu, 24 May 2007 15:07:41 GMT

Communications and networks industry leaders have announced plans to help companies make VoIP and previous communications systems investments work together.

Big three NACs 'now interoperable'

Thu, 24 May 2007 15:07:21 GMT

Microsoft has announced a move to make it easier for different networks using different software to regulate how endpoint users interact with the system to keep it safe.

Google levelling playing field for SMEs

Thu, 24 May 2007 12:01:26 GMT

SMEs could soon have more choice about how to conduct their customer relationship management (CRM) if reports in the Wall Street Journal are true.

E-procurement upgrade saves bank millions

Wed, 23 May 2007 14:17:50 GMT

A new e-procurement system being used by Lloyds TSB bank employees is set to save the financial provider millions on an annual basis.

Firms 'ignoring long-term wireless integration'

Wed, 23 May 2007 11:34:08 GMT

Most firms are not planning for the long-term adoption of mobile IT services, according to a new report.

Microsoft launches latest unified business communication range

Wed, 16 May 2007 12:01:52 GMT

Computing giant Microsoft has launched its latest salvo in the move to integrate phone, email and other mobile communications in the office environment.

Lower IT knowledge hinders UK business

Wed, 16 May 2007 12:01:14 GMT

A leading group of academics has claimed that a poorer understanding and implementation of new technologies, rather than any intrinsic social difference, are holding UK businesses back compared to their US counterparts.

Many IT companies yet to act on green issues

Tue, 15 May 2007 13:45:18 GMT

A new report has found that many IT companies are yet to formulate a concrete policy on environmental issues, despite an increased social concern and awareness of such issues.

Research predicts continued boom in use of VoIP applications

Tue, 15 May 2007 11:57:31 GMT

Latest research has given new figures for the kind of huge growth expected in the next few years in premise-based enterprise VoIP applications.

Wireless technologies on way to becoming world leader

Mon, 14 May 2007 11:33:25 GMT

A new report has shown that wireless technologies are well on course to overtake wired as the main method of broadband access for businesses in the UK and across the globe.

Wireless access imperative for business travellers

Fri, 11 May 2007 11:37:19 GMT

A new survey has shown that more and more business travellers now feel it is vital to have wireless access at all times, putting the onus on travel and transport firms to up their internet connectivity.

Business website must get up to speed or face failure

Fri, 11 May 2007 11:35:05 GMT

Business websites must offer a high-speed, reliable service or else face having their customers turn off in their droves, a new survey has warned.

Hosted VoIP becoming central for many SMBs

Thu, 10 May 2007 11:47:32 GMT

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are becoming an increased focus for hosted VoIP providers as recent figures suggest that these are the company types most likely to look at investing in these systems rather than in-house IP operations.

UK companies urged to improve delivery of IT services

Wed, 9 May 2007 11:22:48 GMT

Many UK companies are falling behind in putting into practice the processes to ensure that they deliver world-class IT services, according to a new book released by the British Computer Society (BCS).

IT organisations across Europe keen to adopt server virtualization

Wed, 9 May 2007 11:21:50 GMT

Large IT organisations across Europe are adopting broad server virtualization at a rapid rate, a new survey of more than 100 leading IT managers has shown.

UK falling behind in digital services and IT readiness

Tue, 8 May 2007 11:52:49 GMT

A new report by a leading research body has found that the UK is falling behind in its overall IT readiness and infrastructure, with the level of take-up of digital services being overshadowed by several other countries.

Northern business in big mobile working deficit

Fri, 4 May 2007 12:01:14 GMT

A new study released by Microsoft has shown the gaping differences in the accessibility of mobile working between business in the north and south of England.

IT firms must make effort to go green

Fri, 4 May 2007 12:00:30 GMT

Current levels of carbon emissions within the IT and communications industries are at "unsustainable" levels, according to a new study by leading research firm Gartner.

More businesses looking for increased Wi-Fi availability

Tue, 1 May 2007 11:56:49 GMT

Global Wi-Fi availability is set to continue on its recent steep upward trend as more businesses look to offer and operate using better wireless technology.

Video over IP set to be next big market

Tue, 1 May 2007 11:55:44 GMT

Increased bandwidth availability on managed networks looks set to make new video over IP technology an increasingly important emerging market for many businesses and broadcasters, reports computing.co.uk.

Networks deperimeterised 'in five years'

Mon, 30 Apr 2007 13:54:14 GMT

Some 90 per cent of IT security professionals believe that European networks will be deperimeterised in the near future and are taking steps to prepare.

IT managers believe 'current SAM targets are not sustainable'

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 11:40:46 GMT

Existing software asset management (SAM) targets are not achievable because of other compliance concerns, a new study has found.

Many managers failing IT business intelligence within their companies

Wed, 25 Apr 2007 11:48:39 GMT

A new report has shown that a lack of management support is seriously affecting IT business intelligence across many companies worldwide.

City workers to stay switched on by new Wi-Fi network

Wed, 25 Apr 2007 11:45:59 GMT

After more than a year of development and testing, the densest Wi-Fi network in Europe has been switched in across the City of London's Square Mile.

Many big businesses set to employ instant mobile messaging technology

Tue, 24 Apr 2007 11:57:33 GMT

New research suggests that up to 15 per cent of high-street retailers and banks will have installed instant mobile messaging capabilities within the next five years.

Increased IP technology uptake feeds strong global markets

Mon, 23 Apr 2007 11:34:07 GMT

Increased use of IP technology fuelled huge growth in worldwide sales of service provider, enterprise telecom and datacom equipment in 2006, a new report has revealed.

Cisco looks to win back SMEs from 'grey market' providers

Fri, 20 Apr 2007 11:45:00 GMT

Cisco will offer potential business customers discounts in a bid to clamp down on unofficial used eq ...

Companies must ensure performance management systems are aligned

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 11:49:46 GMT

A greater reliance on performance management systems in many businesses is failing to have the anticipated effect, a new report has found.

VoIP security falling behind technological advances

Mon, 16 Apr 2007 11:51:13 GMT

A new study has found that a vast majority of UK businesses are convinced that rapid upgrades in development and usage of voice and instant messaging services are causing an increased security risk.

Big businesses gear up for the impact of Wi-Max

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 11:49:15 GMT

Communications and internet companies of all sizes are gearing themselves up for the massive effect Wi-Max technology appears certain to have on both business and consumer IT, reports cellular-news.com.

Businesses ready to respond to challenges of mobile computing

Wed, 11 Apr 2007 11:42:32 GMT

New research has revealed that many leading businesses are now well aware of the challenges ahead in satisfying customer demand for the next generation of mobile computing products.

New VoIP regulations may stifle industry development

Thu, 5 Apr 2007 11:46:16 GMT

A group of leading internet service providers has claimed that new VoIP regulations will make that sector subject to tighter controls than any other communications area and could hinder its long-term health.

More businesses concerned with secure network infrastructure

Wed, 4 Apr 2007 11:37:28 GMT

A new report by a leading IT research organisation has found that the need for a secure network infrastructure will drive demand for managed services in the coming years, reports ITweek.co.uk.

Bundling is key when choosing an internet service provider

Wed, 4 Apr 2007 11:34:47 GMT

A new Ofcom survey of consumers and SMEs has found that wider communication options and bundled packages are becoming increasingly crucial in selecting an internet service provider.

Thin clients 'could help British businesses go green'

Tue, 3 Apr 2007 13:34:52 GMT

Companies could dramatically cut their energy bills and CO2 emissions by switching from standard PCs to 'thin clients', new research has found.

IT industry drives EU growth

Tue, 3 Apr 2007 13:33:10 GMT

Much of the recent economic growth in the EU has been fuelled by investment in the IT industry, according to a new report from the European Commission.

BPMS market 'to grow rapidly in 2007'

Mon, 2 Apr 2007 13:41:18 GMT

This year will see strong growth in business process management suites (BPMS), a new study from Gartner predicts.

New regulations for VoIP companies

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 11:18:21 GMT

The UK's communication regulator has published a new regulatory code to cover providers of the growing Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) market for business.

SMEs 'increasingly choose VoIP solutions'

Thu, 29 Mar 2007 11:17:42 GMT

The UK's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are leading the way when it comes to adopting IP telephony systems, a new report claims.

VoIP 'needs monitoring and support systems'

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 13:42:36 GMT

To successfully realise the potential cost savings voice-over internet protocol (VoIP) communications can offer, companies need to implement effective support systems, claims a new report.

Enterprise VoIP market set for growth

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 11:51:12 GMT

Businesses will increasingly invest in voice over internet protocol (VoIP) communications systems, according to a new Juniper Research report.

Business intelligence planning hit by time and cost concerns

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 11:25:47 GMT

Despite ever wider acknowledgement of its importance in the successful day-to-day running and long-term health of a business, a new survey has found that many firms are scaling back their business intelligence plans as time and cost factors spiral out of control.

New guidelines encourage better IT management

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 11:29:14 GMT

A leading industry regulator helping to develop and promote greater interoperable IT management has introduced a new white paper that will secure future standards of remote mobile and desktop systems.

New report identifies top IT development

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 11:27:53 GMT

New research has revealed the top five areas in which businesses are looking at pushing through further IT development in 2007.

Fixed-to-mobile convergence to hit at different speeds

Fri, 23 Mar 2007 11:43:21 GMT

Fixed-to-mobile convergence will occur in a number of different stages, with some market sectors more ready to invest immediately than others, according to newly-released research.

Converged computer network is top security measure

Fri, 23 Mar 2007 11:42:30 GMT

A new survey of top company executives has found that a converged computer network is seen as the best measure to protect valuable business information.

Financial Services are biggest server spenders

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 11:43:48 GMT

Last year once again saw the financial services industry spend the most of any sector on servers, according to research firm Gartner.

VoIP services set to outdo fixed-line calls

Wed, 21 Mar 2007 11:41:46 GMT

A new survey of executives at more than 100 top telecommunications companies suggests that VoIP services will soon be worth more than traditional telephone calls.

Aberdeen: VoIP delivers ROI to business

Tue, 20 Mar 2007 11:52:35 GMT

Companies who implement a mobile voice over internet protocol (VoIP) system can cut their communications costs and deliver a return on investment (ROI), according to a new report.

Wi-Max equipment market set for growth

Mon, 19 Mar 2007 11:27:22 GMT

Sales of Wi-Max equipment are beginning to grow at a rapid rate and will continue to do so, according to a new Infonetics Research report.

Businesses increasingly confident on using VoIP systems

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 11:41:50 GMT

Cheaper costs and greater functionality are now far outweighing any security concerns as more and more UK businesses begin to integrate VoIP systems into their day-to-day operations.

Market for IT and telecoms services continues to motor

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 11:38:50 GMT

The Europe-wide market for IT and telecoms services will grow by an estimated 2.9 per cent in 2007 to hit new record highs by the end of the year, according to new research.

Speech recognition advances help stem flow of offshore call centres

Thu, 15 Mar 2007 10:59:13 GMT

The increasing security and significance of speech recognition technology is helping to cut business costs and convince more companies to keep their customer service affairs on British soil.

Global disk storage market increases

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 11:24:09 GMT

The worldwide external disk storage systems market continued its steady growth in the final quarter of 2006, the latest statistics have revealed.

Millions of IT users to benefit from new technical support link-up

Tue, 13 Mar 2007 10:26:53 GMT

Customers of Cisco and IBM are set to benefit as the two computer giants announce a new link-up.

Big broadband providers must improve

Tue, 13 Mar 2007 10:25:23 GMT

Big broadband providers will have to improve their levels of quality and customer service provision in line with new regulation and increased competition from smaller companies.

WLAN business growth hits new high

Mon, 12 Mar 2007 12:20:23 GMT

An increased surge in business demand for WLAN systems across 2006 saw another huge jump in revenue in the sector, new figures have revealed.

Global SaaS market reaches $6.3 billion

Fri, 9 Mar 2007 14:16:17 GMT

The global market for Software as a Service (SaaS) reached $6.3 billion last year and is on track to reach $19.3 billion by the end of 2011.

Fixed-mobile convergence and VoIP can reduce voice spend

Fri, 9 Mar 2007 13:34:50 GMT

A new report suggests that fixed-mobile convergence used in combination with Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) will allow businesses to reduce their voice spend by more than 30 per cent.

Wireless cannot compete with fibre in Broadband 2.0

Thu, 8 Mar 2007 11:51:37 GMT

A new study has found that wireless technology cannot realistically compete with fibre for the provision of broadband over the whole of the last mile.

VoIP can make significant CO2 and cost savings

Thu, 8 Mar 2007 10:37:52 GMT

Significant CO2 savings can be made by firms upgrading to Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), according to Interwise.

IT improvements could cut company energy bills

Wed, 7 Mar 2007 11:11:46 GMT

Technological improvements in IT departments could drastically cut the amount of energy consumed by companies, Computer Weekly reports.

Report spells out executives' IT challenges

Tue, 6 Mar 2007 10:44:37 GMT

Business managers need to build capability for ongoing change so that IT can shape new business models, according to a new report.

SMEs set to up VoIP spend

Tue, 6 Mar 2007 10:15:45 GMT

Small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) are set to spend an increasing amount on Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology in the future, an expert has said.

Google unveils new business software

Fri, 23 Feb 2007 13:49:31 GMT

A new suite of business software from ubiquitous search engine Google is set to give Microsoft a run for its money.

ECM to become prime focus for IT managers

Fri, 23 Feb 2007 11:07:27 GMT

Enterprise content management (ECM) is undergoing something of a boom as more and more companies produce and manage digital content.

iSCSI industry on the up

Wed, 21 Feb 2007 11:01:21 GMT

The Storage Networking Industry Association (SNIA) has elected new leaders to an IP Storage Forum (IPSA), in a move that indicates the growing importance of this form of storage provision.

Google Mini in search of SMEs

Thu, 1 Feb 2007 11:46:42 GMT

Small businesses and departments can now use a modified form of Google Mini which is targeted to be more in line with their needs, making finding and sharing information easier.

Businesses see benefits of VoIP

Wed, 31 Jan 2007 11:03:20 GMT

VoIP is set to take off in the UK as 54 per cent of enterprise IT managers believe the benefits of implementing VoIP outweigh the negatives.

Microsoft defends Vista

Tue, 23 Jan 2007 11:43:27 GMT

Microsoft has defended the extensive digital rights management capabilities built into Vista, its new operating system.

VoIP security a concern for smaller firms

Mon, 22 Jan 2007 11:03:35 GMT

Small and medium-sized businesses remain concerned about the security of VoIP systems, according to a new survey.

IT system performance tool developed

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 15:00:34 GMT

A team of Australian researchers has developed a new system for businesses to assess the performance of their IT systems.

UK firms put off VoIP by cost perceptions

Wed, 17 Jan 2007 11:33:30 GMT

More than a third of UK companies are being put off implementing IP telephony by the perceived high costs of upgrades and implementation, a new study shows.

Convergence boost for 2007

Wed, 17 Jan 2007 11:32:24 GMT

Increasing numbers of businesses in western Europe will be turning to fixed-mobile convergence voice systems in 2007, according to a new report.

VoIP and wireless top CIO priorities for 2007

Tue, 16 Jan 2007 11:08:18 GMT

VoIP and mobile and wireless technologies are top spending priorities for CIOs moving into 2007, a new poll reveals.

VoIP revenues expected to exceed $2bn

Tue, 16 Jan 2007 11:07:15 GMT

The rapid growth of hosted Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology is set to continue, according to a new report, with projected revenues expected to exceed $2 billion (�1 billion) in the US market by 2010.

70 per cent of companies relying on decade old technology

Fri, 5 Jan 2007 14:22:17 GMT

A survey by Software AG revealed that 70 per cent of UK businesses are still running on technology installed before 1996.

Server virtualisation 'over-hyped'

Mon, 11 Dec 2006 11:43:50 GMT

The benefits of consolidation of servers in data centers through virtualisation have been overstated by vendors, according to a new study.

IT leaders focus on technology for business innovation

Wed, 6 Dec 2006 12:58:46 GMT

Improving the IT service provided to their companies is as important to IT directors as reducing costs, according to a new Accenture survey.

Bristol celebrates Wi-Fi roll-out

Tue, 5 Dec 2006 13:51:52 GMT

Bristol's latest expansion to their city centre's Wi-Fi network will make Bristol the leader in free and fast wireless sponsored by government.

Rapid growth in VoIP market boosting chip revenues

Wed, 15 Nov 2006 11:46:39 GMT

Rapid growth in the VoIP market will push the revenues for VoIP chip shipments from $256.2 million in 2005 to $857.8 million in 2009, Frost & Sullivan reports.

Businesses 'must address VoIP theat'

Tue, 14 Nov 2006 13:44:20 GMT

VoIP is to become increasingly complicated as analysts predict the new wave of internet spam and phishing schemes will soon be targeted at the burgeoning voice technology.

Gartner: IT industry must grasp the "green" nettle

Mon, 13 Nov 2006 11:51:17 GMT

The IT industry is currently unsustainable and IT vendors and CIOs will be forced into taking action to limit the impact of technology on the environment, Gartner reports.

Compliance is 'shifting budgets away from IT'

Fri, 10 Nov 2006 16:03:10 GMT

New regulatory compliance divisions are controlling spend on governance and regulatory compliance (GRC) technology and this is frequently outside of the control of IT executives, a new reports claims.

VoIP control equipment market to hit $5bn in four years

Fri, 10 Nov 2006 11:56:18 GMT

The worldwide VoIP control equipment market will surpass $5 billion by 2010, according to Gartner.

ZigBee to emerge as dominant mesh technology

Wed, 8 Nov 2006 12:31:32 GMT

ZigBee will emerge as the dominant wireless mesh networking technology, according to research by In-Stat.

SMEs beginning to understand VoIP

Tue, 7 Nov 2006 12:16:03 GMT

A voice over internet protocol (VoIP) industry expert claims that a tipping point has been reached and now the majority of UK SMEs understand the technology.

Wireless machine to machine sector growing rapidly

Fri, 3 Nov 2006 12:22:19 GMT

The market for wireless-enabled machine to machine (M2M) applications is now entering a new growth phase with revenues set to grow from $20 billion in 2006 to over $44 billion by 2009 and $74 billion by 2011.

Wi-Fi hotspots multiplying rapidly

Fri, 3 Nov 2006 11:55:59 GMT

The number of commercial websites around the world has increased by 47 per cent in 2006 alone, ABI Research reports.

Ivax turns to IP communications to reduce costs

Thu, 2 Nov 2006 11:47:51 GMT

Waterford based pharmaceuticals firm Ivax has signed a �250,000 deal to utilise IP telephony.

Complexities of IP telephony underestimated

Wed, 1 Nov 2006 15:05:09 GMT

Companies do not understand the complex software and hardware integration that is required to implement and support IP telephony systems, finds a recent study.

IP telephony growing fast

Tue, 31 Oct 2006 14:03:05 GMT

The markets for IP telephony are growing fast- so fast, in fact, that they are expected by experts to make up the majority of telephone lines by 2010, reports Arthur D Little's latest study.

VoIP 'matures'

Mon, 30 Oct 2006 11:23:50 GMT

A report looking at the continuing development of VoIP has suggested that the technology may be coming of age.

IBM make chip cooling "breakthrough"

Fri, 27 Oct 2006 12:02:10 GMT

Researchers at IBM have made a "breakthrough" in improving the cooling approach for hot chips, drawing on their knowledge of biological processes to model the internal structures.

England's largest housing provider integrates IT system

Thu, 26 Oct 2006 14:53:46 GMT

The UK's leading housing service provider is upgrading its IT capabilities through strategic partnership, it is revealed.

Wi-Fi 'vital' to businesses

Thu, 26 Oct 2006 12:56:54 GMT

A new survey from Europe has suggested that Wi-Fi technology can significantly help IT businesses to build customer loyalty.

US Wi-Fi 'set to blossom'

Thu, 26 Oct 2006 12:56:11 GMT

Wi-Fi technology looks set to see a major boom across the world over the coming years, with the US leading the way.

Cisco plans VoIP acquisition

Thu, 26 Oct 2006 12:55:30 GMT

Cisco Systems has announced plans to acquire mobile software vendor Orative in a move that will allow it to integrate mobile phones with VoIP.

WLAN set for huge US growth

Wed, 25 Oct 2006 13:56:23 GMT

WLAN services in the US are set for a massive growth as more businesses choose to deploy the technology, new research claims.

VoIP and wireless drive down access lines

Wed, 25 Oct 2006 13:55:01 GMT

Access lines are continuing to reduce as VoIP and wireless connections become increasingly popular, it has been revealed.

NAO recommends e-procurement

Wed, 25 Oct 2006 12:58:45 GMT

The National Audit Office (NAO) is calling on colleges to increase their e-procurement methods to increase productivity and efficiency and decrease costs.

New conference networking kit introduced by Cisco

Wed, 25 Oct 2006 12:56:43 GMT

Cisco, the largest player in data and voice internet conferencing has brought a new depth to conference calling, bringing the remote members into the room for greater interaction through the power of internet.

Wi-Fi and RFID competing for healthcare asset market

Tue, 24 Oct 2006 14:50:22 GMT

Wi-Fi and active radio frequency identification (RFID) are currently competing for dominance in the health care asset management industry, ABI research has discovered.

Germany to charge licence fee on internet TV

Mon, 23 Oct 2006 12:31:40 GMT

On January 1st, 2007, television will become more expensive in Germany, as it becomes the first to charge a levy on German computers and mobiles that can watch television.

Triple play not "just for business"

Mon, 23 Oct 2006 12:12:03 GMT

The new "triple play" voice, video and data applications are not just for business, according to industry experts, and can be widely useful to all sectors.

"Traditional telephony is dead"

Fri, 20 Oct 2006 12:26:31 GMT

Traditional VoIP technology isn't enough to manage effective office communications anymore, according to a prominent industry leader.

Alliance and Leicester turn to converged communications

Thu, 19 Oct 2006 13:43:02 GMT

Alliance & Leicester will be transforming its entire telecommunications infrastructure into a single converged network that manages voice and data.

Server virtualisation 'popular but challenging'

Tue, 17 Oct 2006 11:47:39 GMT

Server virtualisation and service oriented architecture (SOA) are two of the key technologies for organisations seeking to create a more flexible IT environment, according to a new report by Butler Group.

UK IT growth to fall into 3rd place

Fri, 13 Oct 2006 13:41:25 GMT

The IT market in the UK is set to grow by 4.2 per cent in 2007.

BT sets out �10bn IP network strategy

Thu, 12 Oct 2006 11:11:25 GMT

BT will start the roll out of its new end-to-end IP-based network in Wales at the end of the year.

VoIP tapping developed

Wed, 11 Oct 2006 13:36:18 GMT

New software is being developed that will enable authorites to listen in on VoIP calls.

Microsoft brings out 11 patches for October

Tue, 10 Oct 2006 15:02:46 GMT

Microsoft has released 11 patches today, the third time in half a year that more than ten fixes have been put out.

WLAN chip market to reach $3.2 billion

Thu, 5 Oct 2006 14:35:10 GMT

The global market for wireless LAN (WLAN) circuits will hit $3.2 billion by the end of the decade, according to new research.

McAfee: Microsoft Vista 'inherently weak'

Tue, 3 Oct 2006 12:37:57 GMT

IT security firm McAfee have described Microsoft's forthcoming operating system Vista as 'weak' and claims it will cause security risks.

US experts take on VoIP security

Mon, 2 Oct 2006 12:13:39 GMT

A new collaboration between communications, security, and academic experts has been established in the US to develop solutions to VoIP security issues.

Lenovo recalls Sony batteries

Mon, 2 Oct 2006 12:12:49 GMT

Lenovo has joined other producers in recalling Sony-made lithium batteries.

BT announces plans for IP VPN network

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 12:52:34 GMT

BT has announced that it is anticipating two more stages in the development of its IP VPN network services.

VoIP 'boosts IFAs'

Fri, 29 Sep 2006 12:03:24 GMT

The Society of Financial Advisers has highlighted the benefits of VoIP for companies looking to interact more effectively with their clients.

Slow computers biggest irritant for small firms

Wed, 27 Sep 2006 12:49:29 GMT

Small firms in the UK are irritated most by slow and unreliable computers, new research reveals.

Companies admit to email chaos

Thu, 21 Sep 2006 10:20:12 GMT

More than a third of large UK companies say their email management systems are in "complete chaos", according to a new survey.

Gartner: Vista will impact little on PC sales

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 13:45:24 GMT

The release of the new Microsoft operating system is going to have little widespread impact on sales of PCs, a new study claims.

SMEs urged to switch to internet telephony

Fri, 15 Sep 2006 15:51:02 GMT

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Britain are increasingly turning to internet telephony services in order to reduce costs

SMBs still confused over VoIP

Wed, 13 Sep 2006 16:13:01 GMT

Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) remain confused about voice over internet protocol (VoIP) services, a new report states.

IBM to build fastest supercomputer

Fri, 8 Sep 2006 09:43:24 GMT

IBM is to build the world's most powerful supercomputer with the potential to achieve a record 1,000 trillion calculations per second, or one petaflop.

SMEs still unaware of VoIP

Thu, 7 Sep 2006 08:10:40 GMT

Only 15 per cent of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) currently use VoIP technology in their office, according to a new survey.

IP adoption soars in Europe

Fri, 1 Sep 2006 10:00:46 GMT

IP adoption is growing at a faster rate in Europe than in the US, according to a new survey by analysts Forrester.

Telecoms staff urged to learn about IP convergence

Thu, 31 Aug 2006 15:46:31 GMT

Telecommunications workers face replacement if they fail to gain an understanding of internet protocol (IP) convergence, a new study warns.

VoIP markets up in 2006

Thu, 31 Aug 2006 09:41:11 GMT

Both the VoIP/IMS market and the enterprise telephony markets saw gains in the second quarter of 2006, according to new research.

Microsoft investigates Gervais leak

Wed, 30 Aug 2006 14:59:19 GMT

Microsoft is investigating how two in-house training videos made by The Office star Ricky Gervais appeared on two websites.

Firms urged to spend wisely on IP phones

Tue, 29 Aug 2006 14:46:57 GMT

Many companies will spend money on expensive IP phones over the next few years that provide little business value, Gartner has warned.

VoIP call quality improving

Tue, 29 Aug 2006 10:10:38 GMT

VoIP call quality has improved to such an extent that it sounds better and connects faster than the standard public-switched phone network (PSTN), according to new data.

Sun overtakes Dell in server market

Wed, 23 Aug 2006 15:01:12 GMT

Sun Microsystems gained market revenue share in the server market in the second quarter, overtaking Dell in the process, according to IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Server Tracker.

Video conferencing to take off

Tue, 22 Aug 2006 14:45:43 GMT

The video conferencing industry is set to boom as travel becomes increasingly complicated in the wake of this month's foiled terrorist plot, according to analysts.

Milton Keynes gets WiMax coverage

Mon, 21 Aug 2006 09:34:14 GMT

Milton Keynes is to become the UK's first town to boast a high-speed WiMax network.

Firefox 2.0 delayed until October

Fri, 18 Aug 2006 14:16:12 GMT

The release of the eagerly-awaited Firefox 2.0 software has been delayed until October 24th due to last minute fixes.

Enterprise IP telephony market soars

Wed, 16 Aug 2006 13:19:33 GMT

The global enterprise IP telephony market increased by 13.7 per cent in the second quarter compared to the previous three months, according to Synergy Research Group.

Square Mile wireless project on track

Tue, 15 Aug 2006 12:50:54 GMT

London's financial heartland, the City, will have close to 100 per cent wireless internet coverage by the end of the year.

Telcos embrace VoIP

Tue, 15 Aug 2006 12:33:34 GMT

Traditional telecoms providers are turning to voice over IP (VoIP) as a means of boosting flagging revenues, research has shown.

Council goes for VoIP

Mon, 14 Aug 2006 10:12:54 GMT

Cheshire County Council is to install a new VoIP telephone system to connect offices, schools, libraries and other public buildings.

IP telephony to take off

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 09:51:53 GMT

Internet telephony is on the verge of a household revolution, according to a new Ofcom report.

IP telephony equipment market to soar

Tue, 8 Aug 2006 14:43:17 GMT

Sales of softswitches and media gateways are forecast to double from $2.5 billion in 2005 to $5.0 billion in 2010, according to Dell'Oro Group.

VoIP traffic set to double

Mon, 7 Aug 2006 16:46:09 GMT

The number of VoIP calls will more than double over the next year, new research has predicted.

Microsoft to release dozen updates

Fri, 4 Aug 2006 15:08:42 GMT

Next week Microsoft will release 12 security bulletins affecting Windows and Office.

VoIP security warning issued

Fri, 4 Aug 2006 09:30:46 GMT

The severity of VoIP attacks is likely to rise in tandem with increased adoption, according to security experts.

IP communications skills shortage predicted

Thu, 3 Aug 2006 09:56:27 GMT

New research predicts a nationwide skills shortage in IP communications (IPC) over the next 12-18 months.

Virtual offices lead VoIP adoption

Wed, 2 Aug 2006 09:31:42 GMT

New research suggests that homes equipped with a corporate office are adopting VoIP at twice the rate as normal households.

BT set for IP-based network

Thu, 27 Jul 2006 09:48:15 GMT

BT has successfully trialled its IP-based 21st Century Network (21CN), which is scheduled to be launched in November.

VoIP call quality declines

Tue, 25 Jul 2006 13:07:37 GMT

New research suggests the quality of VoIP calls has declined by around five per cent in the past 18 months.

Cirque du Soleil to use MPLS-based VPN solutions

Mon, 24 Jul 2006 09:42:03 GMT

Cirque du Soleil has awarded a four-year, �3.13 million deal to Orange Business Services to provide MPLS-based IP VPN and WAN solutions.

Boots overhauls IT infrastructure

Thu, 20 Jul 2006 15:50:45 GMT

Pharmacy chain Boots has announced it has completed a widespread overhaul of its IT infrastructure.

Microsoft links with Nortel to promote VoIP

Wed, 19 Jul 2006 15:45:06 GMT

Microsoft has announced it is teaming up with telecoms giant Nortel Networks on software for voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) services.

VoIP users warned over 'vishing' scams

Fri, 14 Jul 2006 16:59:52 GMT

Online phishing attacks have now evolved into VoIP scams known as 'vishing', according to a security company.

ntl:Telewest selects Ericsson to develop VoIP

Tue, 11 Jul 2006 09:07:43 GMT

UK cable operator ntl:Telewest has chosen Ericsson to help develop its telephone network using VoIP technology.

Breakthrough microchip unveiled

Tue, 11 Jul 2006 08:17:14 GMT

A remarkable new microchip has been developed by a US company that stores data magnetically.

VPN services market to hit $29bn in 2009

Mon, 10 Jul 2006 10:13:01 GMT

The VPN services market was worth $23 billion last year and is expected to grow another 22 per cent to hit $29 billion in 2009, according to market analyst Infonetics Research.

VoIP enables video conferencing

Fri, 7 Jul 2006 09:17:26 GMT

The majority of IT managers are reviewing their voice and data requirements in 2006 in response to rising demand for video conferencing, new figures reveal.

UK faces acute IT skills shortage

Thu, 6 Jul 2006 10:37:53 GMT

The UK is facing a major decline in IT skills as fewer people apply for software-related university courses, a new report warns.

Virtualisation cuts infrastructure costs

Tue, 4 Jul 2006 09:38:22 GMT

The majority of businesses are turning to server virtualisation technologies in a bid to reduce IT infrastructure costs, according to a survey by Yankee Group.

Microsoft faces EU penalties

Tue, 4 Jul 2006 09:14:53 GMT

An EU committee ruled yesterday in favour of fining Microsoft for failing to supply rivals with "complete and accurate" information to help them create software that runs smoothly with Windows.

Microsoft to integrate VoIP into Office 2007

Thu, 29 Jun 2006 17:15:54 GMT

Microsoft has unveiled new integrated software capable of transforming the upcoming Office 2007 in to a platform for unified email, voice and video communications.

IP infrastructure enables flexibility

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 09:24:41 GMT

IT directors are increasingly realising the benefits of data, voice and video convergence enabled by an IP-based infrastructure.

Convergence, IP telephony sales soar

Tue, 27 Jun 2006 09:58:06 GMT

UK convergence and IP telephony resellers grew at more than twice the rate of the communications services sector as a whole last year, according to new research.

Small firms target mobile voice solutions

Mon, 26 Jun 2006 16:15:03 GMT

Small firms in Europe are investing most in mobile voice services, according to new research from Yankee Group.

Laptop sales sprint ahead of desktops

Mon, 26 Jun 2006 11:50:39 GMT

Flexibility and lower prices are tempting more customers to buy laptops instead of desktop computers, a major computer retailer has reported.

Majority of firms ready for IP telephony

Fri, 23 Jun 2006 09:21:52 GMT

More than 70 per cent of businesses are ready to deploy IP telephony solutions, according to a new survey by Avaya.

Cisco announces new wireless appliance

Thu, 22 Jun 2006 09:51:39 GMT

Cisco Systems has unveiled an expansion to its Unified Wireless Network Solution that makes it easier for customers to roll out mobility services including security, voice over Wi-Fi and location-based services.

SMEs the future of IP telephony market

Wed, 21 Jun 2006 16:07:46 GMT

The future of the IP telephony market in Western Europe belongs to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), according to Frost & Sullivan.

VoIP tapping policy slammed

Thu, 15 Jun 2006 10:26:35 GMT

A number of experts have slammed US government efforts to require VoIP providers to permit police to tap into internet phone conversations.

eBay incorporates Skype into site

Wed, 14 Jun 2006 16:26:05 GMT

Auction website eBay has announced plans to add the Skype voice over internet protocol (VoIP) service to its online services.

Stockbroker invests in WAN network

Tue, 13 Jun 2006 15:32:20 GMT

UK stockbroker Brewin Dolphin Securities is investing �1.3 million on a wide area network (WAN) to connect 35 offices and prepare for future applications such as VoIP between the sites.

IP telephony adoption to continue

Mon, 12 Jun 2006 10:48:38 GMT

IP telephony adoption is set to grow at an annual rate of 37 per cent over the next three years, according to experts.

Domino's revamps IT infrastructure

Thu, 8 Jun 2006 11:28:47 GMT

Domino's Pizza will revamp its IT infrastructure and introduce a new IT strategy, which will be spearheaded by a new company IT director.

ING to restructure its IT infrastructure

Wed, 7 Jun 2006 15:26:12 GMT

ING, the Dutch banking firm, has signed a �274 million deal as part of its multisourcing drive following a re-evaluation of its IT infrastructure.

Google launching new spreadsheet product

Tue, 6 Jun 2006 12:17:27 GMT

Google is to launch a new web-based spreadsheet application � in the latest move which seems to threaten Microsoft's desktop-based offerings.

OLPC scheme will boost Linux market share

Mon, 5 Jun 2006 12:45:49 GMT

Linux will see a huge boost to its market share with the introduction of the One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) scheme.

Vodafone to outsource maintenance functions

Mon, 5 Jun 2006 12:12:39 GMT

Vodafone will outsource many of its IT and network services as it plans to cut significant costs over the ensuing five-year period.

New Security package unveiled by Microsoft

Wed, 31 May 2006 13:46:52 GMT

Microsoft will release its first ever security package software later this week.

New IT infrastructure for French space agency

Wed, 31 May 2006 13:02:11 GMT

Steria and Thales will provide managed services for the newly updated IT infrastructure for the French Space Agency (CNES).

IT limitations keep staff in office

Tue, 30 May 2006 10:06:43 GMT

Around 33 per cent of European companies believe that IT limitations are keeping over half of their staff consigned to the office, a new report has found.

ANS wins �90,000 contract

Fri, 26 May 2006 12:18:45 GMT

Novell Platinum VAR Associated Network Solutions (ANS) has been awarded a contract with the payment trade association Apacs.

$100 laptop images circulate on web

Thu, 25 May 2006 17:14:27 GMT

The first images of the $100 laptop being developed by the One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) organisation have appeared on the internet.

Nortel joins Symantec for network solution

Wed, 24 May 2006 13:08:48 GMT

Nortel has collaborated with Symantec to introduce the Nortel Application Switch with Symantec Intelligent Network Protection (INP).

Server market slows in Q1 2006

Wed, 24 May 2006 12:23:10 GMT

The worldwide server market showed signs of decline in the first quarter of 2006, according to new research.

BT selects Alcatel for network solutions

Mon, 22 May 2006 12:30:24 GMT

BT has selected Alcatel to provide both UK and international customers with a converged fixed-mobile communications system.

Wi-FI for British cities

Thu, 18 May 2006 17:24:56 GMT

Six cities across Britain will have citywide wireless networks under plans unveiled today by BT.

Apple launches MacBook

Wed, 17 May 2006 15:52:54 GMT

Apple has launched the new MacBook laptop range to replace the previous iBook model.

HP extends IT infrastructure outsourcing deal

Wed, 17 May 2006 13:30:59 GMT

HP has announced it is extending its IT infrastructure outsourcing deal with heating technology company Vaillant.

BBC 'Cabbie' was IT interviewee

Tue, 16 May 2006 13:45:42 GMT

The man who was mistaken for an IT expert by the BBC was actually waiting for an interview with the corporation's IT department.

Total telecom & datacom equipment revenue soars

Mon, 15 May 2006 14:30:00 GMT

Worldwide total telecom and datacom equipment revenue will soar by 33 per cent to $143.5 billion in 2009, according to a new report.

VoIP to impact the most in 2006

Fri, 12 May 2006 11:00:00 GMT

Convergence solutions, such as VoIP and unified messaging, top the list of cutting-edge technologies that will have the greatest impact in 2006, according to a new poll.

SIP vulnerable to attacks

Tue, 9 May 2006 11:00:00 GMT

Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) protects VoIP networks but is vulnerable to attacks when left unprotected, according to an IT expert.

New VoIP service for SMEs

Fri, 5 May 2006 15:00:00 GMT

Small businesses are set to benefit from a new broadband VoIP service from Demon, the ISP owned by Scottish-based telco Thus.

End-to-end MPLS VPN service launched

Fri, 5 May 2006 11:00:00 GMT

Sprint has launched the industry's first end-to-end MPLS VPN Service Level Agreements (SLAs) on its global network.

Businesses must focus on VoIP security

Thu, 4 May 2006 10:40:00 GMT

Businesses implementing VoIP need to focus on security from the beginning, according to analysts.

Siemens to change IT infrastructure at BBC

Wed, 3 May 2006 15:45:00 GMT

Siemens Business Services (SBS) is planning to make fundamental changes to the IT infrastructure at the BBC in order to improve creative efficiencies and reduce costs.

Vendors must improve VoIP security

Fri, 28 Apr 2006 16:00:00 GMT

Many organisations blame security concerns for not deploying VoIP, according to Infosec experts.

Phishers using VoIP to target users

Thu, 27 Apr 2006 10:30:00 GMT

Phishing scammers are turning to VoIP services to spoof an unwitting target's financial institution, according to an email filtering company.

WAN optimisation market gathers pace

Mon, 24 Apr 2006 16:30:00 GMT

The WAN optimisation appliance market soared 49 per cent in 2005 to more than $236 million, according to Infonetics Research.

New IT infrastructure for Newcastle

Fri, 21 Apr 2006 14:00:00 GMT

Newcastle City Council has set up a service organisation to provide a workable IT infrastructure for a number of its schools.

More SMEs adopting IP telephony

Thu, 20 Apr 2006 16:30:00 GMT

More small businesses are adopting IP telephony, which is now considered a mainstream solution for communication needs, according to Frost & Sullivan.

Virtual offices becoming commonplace

Wed, 12 Apr 2006 15:30:00 GMT

An increasing number of businesses will soon be able to operate via virtual offices as mobile technology continues its rapid growth, Nortel has predicted.

Outdated telecoms cost SMEs 1bn pounds

Mon, 10 Apr 2006 15:00:00 GMT

Small businesses in the UK are losing more than £1 billion per year by sticking to their old telecoms systems and not adopting VoIP, according to a new survey by Inclarity.

Funding to study VoIP security

Fri, 7 Apr 2006 15:00:00 GMT

Researchers have secured funding to study vulnerabilities in VoIP to ensure the technology is not hampered by security threats in the future.

EMEA hosted VoIP market to soar

Thu, 6 Apr 2006 10:40:00 GMT

Revenues in the EMEA hosted IP telephony and VoIP access services market are estimated to soar over the next five years as business increasingly require next-generation telecoms infrastructure, according to a report by Frost & Sullivan.

Network Solutions hit by glitch

Wed, 5 Apr 2006 13:42:07 GMT

IT firm Network Solutions experienced serious problems yesterday when the company website and some of its DNS services were knocked out.

Cisco expands partnership with IT infrastructure firm

Wed, 5 Apr 2006 12:22:33 GMT

Cisco has expanded its partnership with IT infrastructure firm Dimension Data.

New IP telephony suite for SMEs

Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:00:00 GMT

IBM and 3Com Corporation have announced plans to offer an IP telephony suite for small businesses.

Allied Telesyn launches new VoIP system

Fri, 31 Mar 2006 15:20:00 GMT

Allied Telesyn has launched a new integrated mobility and VoIP system for businesses in Europe, which it describes as a "one-stop shop for mobile secure applications".

More business travellers demanding VoIP

Thu, 30 Mar 2006 15:45:00 GMT

Businesses travellers are increasingly depending on high-bandwidth applications such as VoIP, according to a new survey.

Global Crossing to provide IP VPN to UK firm

Wed, 29 Mar 2006 16:00:00 GMT

Global Crossing is to provide UK firm Domino Printing with a managed IP VPN service connecting its headquarters in Cambridge with offices across 16 global countries.

Interoute launches corporate VoIP service

Wed, 29 Mar 2006 11:10:08 GMT

Interoute has launched a secure VoIP service for businesses as an alternative to free voice services offered by Skype.

Businesses raise VoIP concerns

Mon, 27 Mar 2006 10:50:00 GMT

Nearly half (48 per cent) of networking professionals have reservations about the general reliability of VoIP for serious business use, but the majority have implemented it nevertheless.

Metro Ethernet WAN service usage soars

Fri, 24 Mar 2006 14:30:00 GMT

More companies are switching to Metro Ethernet WAN services from ATM and frame relay-based leased lines, according to a report by analyst Frost & Sullivan.

Business VoIP to shake up telecoms

Wed, 22 Mar 2006 15:00:00 GMT

Revenues from VoIP services in the business sector are forecast to reach $18 billion by 2010, signalling a massive loss in revenue for traditional telecoms providers.

VPN service for business travellers

Wed, 22 Mar 2006 11:15:00 GMT

A complete VPN-enabled internet connection and telephony service has been launched for UK business travellers.

New tool to boost WAN performance

Tue, 21 Mar 2006 15:30:00 GMT

Blue Coat Systems has launched new technology to accelerate applications across the enterprise Wide Area Network (WAN).

SMEs drive IP telephony sales

Tue, 21 Mar 2006 11:20:00 GMT

Small businesses are driving take-up of IP telephony services, according to new research.

VoIP meets expectations of SMEs

Thu, 16 Mar 2006 15:00:00 GMT

Seven in ten small businesses that have deployed VoIP say their system has met their expectations, but many SMBs are still catching on, according to new research.

The future of WAN?

Wed, 15 Mar 2006 11:00:00 GMT

WAN and LAN are unlikely to be mutually exclusive in the future as network managers look for a more integrated approach to tackling application performance, according to experts.

Skype launches package for small firms

Fri, 10 Mar 2006 14:40:00 GMT

Skype has launched a new solution linked to its VoIP products aimed at helping small businesses manage communications, improve productivity and reduce costs.

Most IT managers recognise VoIP advantages

Wed, 8 Mar 2006 15:25:00 GMT

More than half (54 per cent) of UK enterprise IT managers feel there are more advantages than barriers to VoIP adoption this year, according to a new study commissioned by Zycko.

Cisco launches IP-based package

Wed, 8 Mar 2006 11:20:00 GMT

Cisco has created a new IP-based architecture for employees that combines telephony, video and data systems.

BT and Cisco complete IP NGN contracts

Tue, 7 Mar 2006 10:30:00 GMT

BT has announced that Alcatel, Cisco, Ericsson and Fujitsu will be the final group of suppliers for its IP-only 21st Century Network (21CN).

VoIP to take off on trading floor

Mon, 6 Mar 2006 14:40:00 GMT

VoIP uptake on the trading floor is set to soar from zero to 54 per cent within the next three years, according to research commissioned by BT.

Fastest internet depends on IT infrastructure

Mon, 6 Mar 2006 10:25:04 GMT

A new British-designed internet system promises the fastest-ever broadband technology thanks in part to a highly developed IT infrastructure.

Telstra deploys IP-PBX platform for data centre

Fri, 3 Mar 2006 15:30:00 GMT

Telstra Europe has deployed the IP-PBX platform from VoIP supplier Vistula Communications for its new data centre at St John's Innovation Park, Cambridge.

Avaya and Samsung to work on IP products

Fri, 3 Mar 2006 11:00:00 GMT

Avaya and Samsung Electronics have teamed up to develop and market VoIP and other IP communications solutions to businesses globally.

New VoIP offering for small firms

Thu, 2 Mar 2006 15:15:00 GMT

Telrex has announced the release of a new VoIP product designed specifically for small businesses that need to record or monitor up to 15 phones.

Cisco and Tazz in IP policy control agreement

Wed, 1 Mar 2006 10:50:00 GMT

Tazz Networks, a provider of policy control solutions that assure the quality of IP services, has entered into a global OEM agreement with Cisco Systems for next generation IP network policy control solutions.

Enterprise IP telephony market up 18.1%

Tue, 28 Feb 2006 15:45:00 GMT

The Enterprise IP Telephony market grew 18.1 per cent in 2005 on the back of continued migration of Enterprise Voice networks to next generation IP Telephony, according to Synergy Research Group.

UK managers consumed by WAN

Fri, 24 Feb 2006 14:00:00 GMT

UK network managers spend more time on WAN management than any of their global counterparts, a new survey reveals.

AT&T to expand MPLS services

Thu, 23 Feb 2006 12:40:00 GMT

AT&T has announced plans to expand its global network, including an extension of its MPLS capabilities.

UK broadband connections rise

Thu, 23 Feb 2006 11:00:00 GMT

Broadband now accounts for 64 per cent of internet connectivity in the UK, official statistics reveal.

City of London gets blanket Wi-Fi

Tue, 21 Feb 2006 13:45:00 GMT

The City of London Corporation has signed an agreement to receive blanket Wi-Fi access throughout the Square Mile.

BT announces MPLS investment

Mon, 20 Feb 2006 11:00:00 GMT

BT has announced a £12 million investment in its IP platform which will see an MPLS-based network replace the current TDM network.

Interoute to launch routing service via MPLS VPN

Fri, 17 Feb 2006 18:00:00 GMT

Pan-European network operator Interoute is set to launch a personal routine service for corporate customers' voice traffic via MPLS VPN.

Ofsted to reduce costs with Cisco WAN

Mon, 13 Feb 2006 12:40:00 GMT

Ofsted, the government education inspectorate, is to connect its four UK offices with a Cisco Wide Area Network (WAN).

BT signs MPLS agreement with Infor

Thu, 9 Feb 2006 12:15:00 GMT

BT has signed an agreement to provide global MPLS network services to Infor sites in Europe, the US and Asia/ Pacific.

Firms confident with WAN infrastructure

Thu, 9 Feb 2006 11:45:00 GMT

Most European companies are confident with the underlying LAN and WAN infrastructure but many lack Internet Protocol (IP) skills, according to a new study.

T-Mobile to cut costs on MPLS IP VPN

Wed, 8 Feb 2006 12:20:00 GMT

T-Mobile has selected InfoVista to help it optimise network performance and reduce costs of operations on its new UK MPLS-based IP VPN.

MPLS networks trial prove successful

Wed, 8 Feb 2006 11:50:00 GMT

Industry tests this week to validate the ability of MPLS networks to support converged triple-play and business services were highly successful, according to reports.

New hardware to support WAN

Tue, 7 Feb 2006 11:35:00 GMT

New hardware has been launched to help firms fully exploit their WAN connections in UK offices and abroad.

Verizon expands VPN MPLS service

Thu, 2 Feb 2006 13:15:00 GMT

Verizon Business has expanded the availability of its Ethernet access service, meaning European customers can quickly and easily access its MPLS-based VPN offering.

Welsh businesses embracing leased lines

Wed, 1 Feb 2006 12:30:00 GMT

More than 1,000 Welsh businesses and voluntary sector organisations have signed up to a broadband support scheme that includes ADSL and leased lines.

IP VPN services meeting business demands

Tue, 31 Jan 2006 13:45:00 GMT

MPLS-based VPNs are becoming commonplace for enterprise networking to support business-critical applications and convergence, according to a telecommunications expert.

Virtela launches first virtualised SSL VPN network

Tue, 31 Jan 2006 13:00:00 GMT

Global network solutions company Virtela has announced the industry's first virtualised network-based SSL VPN service coupled with a global MPLS network.

AT&T to open up MPLS network

Mon, 30 Jan 2006 14:43:47 GMT

AT&T is to open up its multi-protocol label-switching (MPLS) network to third-party software developers by the end of the year, according to the company's chief strategist Eric Shepcaro.

BT develops new IP VPN system

Fri, 27 Jan 2006 18:20:00 GMT

BT has developed a new IP VPN management system that provides its IP VPN customers with enhanced self-help capabilities.

Broadband dominating internet connectivity

Wed, 25 Jan 2006 16:40:45 GMT

Internet connectivity in the UK is becoming increasingly dominated by broadband1 connections, according to the latest survey of Internet Service Providers (ISPs).

New standards to facilitate wireless LANs

Mon, 23 Jan 2006 19:45:00 GMT

The introduction of an intelligent wireless standard will facilitate the adoption of wireless LANs (WLANs) and speed up communications, analysts have predicted.

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