Simply put, structured cabling provides a comprehensive telecommunication cabling infrastructure. More secure and robust than networks based on wireless technology, structured cabling is the best choice for businesses to transmit data, voice, alarm or video signals through the network. With more and more electronic devices being designed to use wireless network connectivity, it would be a good idea to look into the benefits of structured cabling systems before setting up a new system in your office.  Are you looking for ways to build your business and increase efficiency? Structured cabling is a way to help your small or medium business operate at its best, particularly if you rely heavily on technology. Here are 6 ways that structured cabling helps boost your business.

1. Manageability and Organization

No matter the size of your business or the complexity of your IT infrastructure, structured cabling can help manage your technology. If you have multiple wires going to different equipment – computers, phones, thermostats, security cameras, smart lighting, copy machines, etc. it can be hard to manage unless everything is clearly labeled and organized. When your IT infrastructure is well-designed and organized, your business can be much more productive. In addition, your data wiring will look neat and attractive when you use a structured cabling system. It will definitely look better than a tangled mess of disorganized wires, and as a result, your business will appear more professional to anyone who visits.

2. Customized to Your Business

When it comes to IT, “one size fits all” isn’t best. Each business has different needs. Even if there’s a business that is exactly the same size as yours and does the same type of work that you do, your data wiring needs might be very different depending on the specific equipment you have, the layout and floor plan of your office, and your budget considerations. Having structured cabling that’s tailored to your needs saves you time, money, and effort.

3. Avoid Costly Downtime

As any business owner knows the cost of downtime can be high. Sometimes, a network goes down for unexplained reasons. If this happens, it’s much easier to find the cause when all the cables are organized and clearly labeled. You can quickly identify where the problem is and fix it. Whether it’s a simple fix or a more complicated issue, the troubleshooting and repair can be carried out quickly. And since the cables are neatly out of the way, no one is going to trip on them, pull a plug, and cause downtime.

4. Flexibility

Technology is always changing, and if you don’t stay current, it can have a negative impact on your business. The solution: Future-proof your new IT system. If a new innovation comes out in the next few years and you want to upgrade, you should easily be able to do so with a well-designed system of structured cabling. With a disorganized cabling system, it’s difficult to swap out cables for new ones that transmit more data. It might also be hard to reorganize or add new hardware. With neat and methodically-designed structured cabling, it’s far easier to be flexible and your network will be able to keep up with you as you work toward a more efficient work environment.

5. Scalability

Structured cabling is easy to scale as your company grows.  This is another key part to future-proofing your business’s IT network. Not only can you move or rearrange your cabling, but you can also add to it as business needs change. As your company grows, you can also bring your cabling up to speed. If you need to add new workstations, another server cabinet, or more bandwidth, you can easily add these things to a well-organized structured cabling system. You can add more technology without having to reinstall your whole IT infrastructure.

6. Cost Effective

Due to its reliability, flexibility, and scalability, a well-designed cabling system will help you cut costs and grow your business. When everything is organized, you can spend less money on repairs, downtime, rearranging or adding new technology to your infrastructure. Click-Pro can provide cost-effective structured cabling solutions for your small or medium business needs. We’ll help your business succeed with reliable, flexible, scalable data wiring solutions. Contact us today for a free consultation and find out what we can do to prepare your business for growth.