What is Colocation – and what do you need to know about it
Colocation is the practice of sharing a data centre with other businesses, but do you know what to expect from the service? Learn more…
Nature’s Fare – Case Study
Nature’s Fare was growing fast, & legacy systems were causing problems. With iTel they were able to build efficiency and plan for future growth.
What are the Benefits of Fibre Internet for Business?
Not only does fibre offer faster speeds than traditional connections, but with more data throughput it allows for larger bandwidth profiles and in most cases are symmetrical meaning 100/100 Mbps. The rise of cloud services like Dropbox and Office 365 has made it essential for businesses to have equal download and upload speeds.
Copper RJ45 Handoff vs. Fibre Handoff
Great internet is taken for granted, and it’s easy to fall into the trap of assuming that connecting won’t be an issue. But the reality is that there are many underlying complexities to connectivity and a reliable connection isn’t always certain. One area to thoroughly understand is the handoff – this is the type of […]
IPv4 vs IPv6: What You Need to Know
IPv4 vs IPv6: A Little History The first major internet protocol invented, IPv4 (Internet Protocol version 4) defines IP addresses in a 32-bit format. It remains the main configuration for delivering information between devices via the internet and has been in use since the 70s. This protocol has been the backbone of the world wide […]
Comparing SC and LC Fibre Optic Connectors
The two most common fibre optic connectors in use today are SC and LC connectors. While they are very similar, they are not interchangeable and differ in design and size. When getting ready for a fibre installation at your business, you must match the right connectors to your project. This will ensure high performance and […]
iTel Network’s Remote Team – Case Study
With the inclusion of remote working positions, iTel was able to expand its talent pool for recruitment and access new markets – while minimizing the cost of expansion.
How to Setup a Distributed Team for Success | Part 3
In part 1 of this 3-part blog series we explored the benefits of Unified Communications. For part 2, we will dive into efficiencies that come from using Managed Services. Planning as though your entire workforce is remote can help to create the most opportunity with managed services from anywhere. In an office setting securing corporate […]
What to Look for When Buying Fibre Internet for Business
There’s a lot to look at when buying your next high-speed business internet connection, whether it’s deciding what symmetrical speed you need or what provider to choose. Here’s our ultimate shortlist of what to look for when buying fibre internet for your business.
NRF Conference Explores the Changing Landscape of Retail Technology
In January 2020, iTel was honoured to attend the NRF 2020 Conference as Comcast’s Canadian partner for business telecommunications. Held by the National Retail Federation, NRF 2020 is the largest retail conference and expo in the USA. This conference focused on societal changes as they impact the retail landscape, while also providing a platform for […]
