As companies race to decentralise data centre-based architecture and replace legacy MPLS technology with more affordable broadband bandwidth, it’s important not to underestimate the complexity of such an undertaking. Any significant telecommunications systems upgrade, or greenfield implementation is inherently complex with many stakeholders involved.

In our digital world, smartphones, tablets, and other forms of mobile technology are now an integrated and vital part of day-to-day operations in any thriving business. As the use of mobile technologies escalates, with all the benefits that come with enterprise mobility, so too does the need to monitor and manage mobile data usage and costs.

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, and the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) is urging the country to act now and boost protection from cyber threats. According to its report, Annual Cyber Threat Report 2020-21, one cybercrime is reported to the ACSC every 8 minutes, so it’s important for individuals and businesses to boost cyber defences ­– the first step of which is turning on automatic updates. Make no mistake, it’s critical to keep devices and software up to date.

Back in the day – around about ten years ago – bring your own device or BYOD represented a bold move reflecting the new relationship technology played in people’s work and personal lives and the shift to a more mobile and always on work culture. Led by employee demand for the same level of technology performance at work as they enjoy at home, companies began to figure out how to allow employees’ smartphones, tablets, and laptop devices to access corporate networks while ensuring the infrastructure remains secure.

Do you know how much time your team spends on managing your mobile fleet and the associated telecom spending? These days, with distributed and remote workforces, most companies make use of a wide range of technology. As the number of mobile devices and services used within organisations steadily climbs, the time it takes your team to manage telecom expenses climbs with it. When it comes to reining in escalating telecom costs, many companies struggle to know where to start.