Business Internet Connectivity in Germany

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In today's digital age, reliable and flexible internet connectivity is essential for businesses of all sizes. The COVID-19 pandemic has only served to highlight the importance of internet connectivity, as more and more businesses have had to shift their operations online. This has resulted in increased demand for high-speed, reliable, and secure internet connectivity.

In Germany, this is particularly important for industries in the Mittelstand SME range, which number around a quarter of a million organisations.

Despite the importance of internet connectivity, Germany has faced some challenges in this area. According to a report by the German Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure, only around 2% of German households and businesses have access to gigabit internet speeds. This is due in part to Germany's complex telecommunications infrastructure, which is a combination of legacy copper networks and newer fibre optic networks.

To address these challenges, businesses in Germany are turning to new technologies such as Fibre Ethernet, SD-WAN, and Bandwidth On Demand.

The Benefits of Fibre Ethernet, SD-WAN, and Bandwidth On Demand

Fibre Ethernet is a technology that uses fibre optic cables to provide high-speed internet connectivity. This technology is particularly well-suited to businesses that require high-speed, low-latency connections for activities such as video conferencing, online collaboration, and cloud-based applications.

Fibre Ethernet also offers a high degree of scalability, allowing businesses to easily increase their bandwidth as needed.

SD-WAN, or Software-Defined Wide Area Networking, is a technology that enables businesses to connect multiple sites and applications using a single, centrally managed network. SD-WAN is particularly well-suited to businesses that have multiple locations, as it allows them to easily connect and manage their network from a central location. SD-WAN also offers a high degree of flexibility, allowing businesses to easily add new applications or locations as needed.

Bandwidth On Demand is a technology that allows businesses to quickly and easily increase their internet bandwidth as needed. This is particularly useful for businesses that experience peak periods of internet usage, such as during seasonal sales or marketing campaigns. With Bandwidth On Demand, businesses can easily increase their bandwidth for a specific period of time, and then reduce it once the peak period has ended.

Case Study - Dedicated Cloud Access for a German language and localisation business.

One example of how these technologies can benefit businesses is the case of an international language and localisation company in Germany. The company faced challenges with internet connectivity to the Cloud that they needed for their staff as well as their customers to access all their apps. A Dedicated Cloud Access solution was provided that gave the customer end-to-end connectivity and the opportunity to connect to more than 1000 data centres that were already provisioned. This put the business in an excellent position to expand its operations both within Germany and throughout Europe.

The Importance of Cyber Security amongst German companies.

While reliable and flexible internet connectivity is essential for businesses, it's also important to consider the security implications of these technologies. Cyber attacks are becoming increasingly common, and businesses need to take steps to protect themselves. In early 2023, a series of DDoS attacks slowed internet connectivity down for many Germans using Microsoft platforms, hindering both business and leisure activities alike.

One technology that can help prevent cyber attacks is SASE, or Secure Access Service Edge. SASE is a cloud-based security solution that covers all points on the IT network and allows traffic to be routed and prioritised as needed. SASE is particularly well-suited to businesses that have a large IoT portfolio, as it allows them to easily manage and secure their IoT devices.

The Importance of working with a local expert.

When implementing internet connectivity solutions, businesses may face challenges such as delivery time and redundancy. Working with a local expert such as Connected Networks can help to reduce delivery time and ensure reliable internet connectivity.

Get in touch with our experienced account managers today so we can evaluate your organisation's requirements and deliver you the best IT network for your German location to keep you agile, secure, and connected.

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Key Services Offered by Connected Networks in Germany:

We utilise the most advanced IT network technologies, including SD-WAN, SASE, and Bandwidth On Demand, to provide top-tier connectivity.

Additionally, we offer secure backup connectivity solutions to safeguard your operations against primary circuit failures.Our strong relationships with leading German IT network suppliers, combined with our extensive experience working across various sectors, enable us to deliver a network solution that is perfectly tailored to your needs.

Whether it's connecting sites in key German cities like Berlin, Frankfurt, Hamburg, and Munich, or providing global connectivity for your international requirements, we have the capability to meet your specific demands.Moreover, our account management team offers network consolidation services. If you are currently managing multiple vendors, we can streamline your IT network management by consolidating these contracts under a single umbrella, simplifying your operations and enhancing efficiency.