03 November 2017
Everybody knows telecoms are key to everyday activities. We on average check our phones 46 times a day (according to Time), host at least 3 different social media platforms, and own a minimum of 3 different communicative devices.
Not only are telecoms key to our personal lives, but they are essential in our professional lives too. We wonder aloud how on earth people managed 20 years ago – before Google Maps before you could send a text or online bank. And it’s just as much of an intrigue wondering how construction companies managed to run projects successfully without the modern communication systems we have today.
So how are construction sites using telecoms? Sites are temporary, the infrastructure is constantly changing; how can a permanent solution be delivered to an impermanent structure? See below for a breakdown of the most popular solutions.
Whilst fixed-line solutions are typically a favourite with the industry, this is generally simply because other solutions have not been heard of or explored. Rising in popularity are the short-term dongle solution and internet broadband solutions due to the level of service that comes alongside the solution. Rather than installing then leaving, broadband solutions allow the client to stay in touch with their solution through the provider and feel more secure with 24/7 monitoring and disaster recovery solutions (especially valuable as a feature where the project is high-priority).
Looking for more information about connectivity and the construction industry? UK Connect’s (previously Countrywide Telecoms) website has an honest breakdown of each solution on their website: http://ukconnect.com/services/construction-site-broadband/
And the team is happy to explain the benefits, and drawbacks, of each solution on 0333 015 5368.
Please fill in the form below or speak to one of our team on 0333 900 9860 and we will be in touch as soon as possible.
“Working with UK Connect has been a smooth and easy process. The team has been fantastic by going above and beyond, getting our broadband installed for us within extremely tight deadlines and ensuring the client relationship is done in an efficient manner. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with the UK Connect team, as I find they are highly reliable and have good attention to detail and carry out the job to an exceptional standard.
Jonny Leivesley
Redrow Homes