Network traffic is growing rapidly and by 2019, experts anticipate it will be 3X what it was last year. More and more devices and video are coming online. They also predict that there will be more than 11 billion online devices by 2021.

If you have dated network hardware at your business, you will probably need an upgrade if you see the signs below. Rely on an experienced and expert managed IT services team to get the best results.

Application Anxiety

A network infrastructure upgrade will make your business more competitive. The implementation of cutting edge technology, such as server less computing and virtualization, will put you ahead in the race against competitors. Unfortunately, you won’t be able to do this with dated equipment.

Inferior Security

Cyber attacks on networks are growing in sophistication and stealth. This means that as infrastructures age, they grow in vulnerability. Modern hardware now features intelligent enforcers and sensors that are built into routers, switches, and wireless solutions for greater security.

Greater Effort on Maintenance

The introduction of newer technology will put greater stress on dated infrastructures, which will result in more time and effort spent on their maintenance. Tolerating this will stunt both growth and innovation because IT staff members must spend time on upkeep and troubleshooting rather than finding ways to make the business more cost effective and efficient.

Slow Network

Unable to support the demands of modern businesses, old network infrastructure must be replaced with newer technology. Nowadays, the convergence of wired and wireless technologies enables personnel to work most everywhere with high-speed internet. Wireless access points are now capable of providing speeds up to 6.9 Gbps, which is more than 11X speedier than 802.11n, the previous generation.

Staff Can Be More Productive

Nowadays, employees have the expectation that they should be able to work at any location in the premises. However, modern cloud-based enterprise apps and mobile software tend to overwhelm dated infrastructure, keeping staff from performing their tasks as quickly as possible. Network upgrades can lead to greater productivity.

Alpha Engineering Business Support

Choosing an expert computer technology-support provider is an important decision for your business. Alpha Engineering Associates has been a trusted partner of many companies in the Washington, Baltimore and Annapolis areas since 1990. For affordable client-focused network consulting services and solutions, please call Alpha Engineering Associates today at (410) 295-9500.