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The installation of an effective cabling solution can prove to be a tricky business for firms and contractors alike, as there are a number of aspects that need to be considered before the implementation process can begin.
Be aware of your climate
The digital age has caused many businesses to seek out the right tools to help them create the infrastructure needed to handle larger amounts of data and information.
Many companies are therefore constantly looking for ways to upgrade their current system, which can sometimes lead to a period of downtime.
Research from PwC suggests that as many as 70 per cent of UK companies say they had experienced some business downtime last year, with 59 per cent stating they were offline for up to 24 hours.
Such a situation can have serious financial consequences for an enterprise. A survey from Globescape found that a single hour of downtime can cost between $250,000 (£150,000 approx) and $500,000 (£300,000 approx).
It is therefore essential that companies have a supplier capable of offering the right products for a quick and efficient implementation, such as cable in easy to use Reelex boxes and snap-in connectors designed to be terminated by hand. Comtec also offers a next-day delivery service on most of its products, ensuring the goods arrive on site in a timely manner.
As well as reducing downtime, the implementation of a quick and easy to use system allows businesses to stay ahead of their competitors. Many businesses across the UK and Europe have highly complicated systems that draw upon the use of flexible working practices that include cloud computing and mobile devices, meaning that every part of a system has to work at the highest capacity possible.
The advantages of being able to quickly implement a cabling system also extends to the bank balance, as labour costs are reduced, meaning that money is spent in a far more concise and effective manner.
Have the right tools available
Getting the right products for your new cabling setup is really only half the battle as there is also a need to ensure you have the correct tools for the job.
The correct termination tool will help to increase productivity, enabling users to install Cat5e jacks six to eight times faster. It will also help to increase accuracy and reliability, lowering any chances of reworks and repairs. If you are a contractor this will help to enhance the levels of confidence among end-users in the service you are providing.
Industrial scissors or wire-cutters ensure a faster, cleaner and safer cut, and are an essential part of any installation job, as too are wire strippers.
Choose your approach
Users will often be made to choose between an end-of-row or top-of-cabinet solution, a decision that will be mainly motivated by the density and application throughput requirements, as well as specifics relating to hardware connectivity.
If an enterprise is looking to install a larger data centre, it could be appropriate to use both designs in parts of the facility.
It is therefore important to assess the plans for your system and to ensure there is plenty of room for potential expansion in the future.
