Leased Lines

Does your business have a need for high-end connectivity? If the answer is yes, then it might be time to invest in a leased line. Modern businesses, in general, require fast and reliable broadband connections in order to operate. There are many different types of business broadband connections that can offer speed and reliability, but the levels of speed and reliability do vary depending on the connection you choose. With leased lines, you can benefit from the highest possible speeds and a reliable service that is guaranteed. Businesses can incur significant losses as a result of downtime, so if the internet is absolutely essential to the daily operations of your business, then a leased line could be the best option for you.

Fibre Optic Cabling

As opposed to many alternatives, leased lines use fibre optic cabling instead of copper wires. Whereas conventional copper cables transmit data using electrical signals, fibre cables use pulses of light so data is transmitted as light signals and at light speeds in a fibre optic network. Fibre optic cabling carries more bandwidth than copper alternatives, allowing you to transport more data over the network. Fibre cables are composed of transparent thin glass or plastic fibres, and these are surrounded by a glass sheath or cladding and a protective coating. These differences mean that fibre optic cabling offers a superior network performance, compared to copper alternatives.

Fibre cables are also much more reliable, compared to copper cabling, because they are unaffected by electromagnetic interference. This reduces signal degradation and results in an enhanced network performance. Additionally, fibre optic cabling is one of the most secure mediums for carrying data, meaning that your business will benefit from enhanced data security. This makes leased lines a great option for connecting multi-site offices.

Dedicated connection

Leased lines offer a dedicated, or uncontended, connection. Unlike contended connections, you will benefit from the full data bandwidth all of the time because the connection is not shared with any other users. This means that you won’t suffer reduced performance at peak times. And, the speeds that are offered by your service provider will be guaranteed in the contract because a leased line is dedicated service.

Bespoke packages

Because leased lines are designed to provide fast bi-directional internet access, they commonly provide a symmetric connection. However, this can vary because you benefit from bespoke packages when you opt for a leased line. This means that your internet connection can be tailored to the exact needs of your business. For many businesses, the high degree of flexibility is one of the main attractions of leased lines because it means that they only pay for the service they need. You can choose whether to have higher upload or download speeds, or opt for symmetric speeds. The bandwidth can always be altered later down the line to meet the changing demands of your business.

Guaranteed service

When you opt for a leased line, your connection will be guaranteed with a strict SLA (Service Level Agreement). This guarantees strict uptime of between 99-100% and ensures full cover for issues with the network and circuit. It includes guaranteed fix times in case you experience a fault and usually includes a compensation clause to ensure that you are reimbursed for any losses as a result of downtime or reduced performance. This acts as a form of insurance for those businesses for which high-end connectivity is mission-critical.

A leased line is a premium service, so it will cost more than a standard business broadband connection. Since leased lines are offered on a bespoke basis, the exact cost will depend on the specific requirements of your business and will largely be determined by the speed of the connection and the distance of the fibre line. Although they are more costly than alternatives, many businesses deem leased lines to be a smart investment due to the unrivalled benefits they offer. With high-speed connectivity and guaranteed reliability, a leased line could deliver a fast return on investment through efficiency and productivity gains. Plus, losses as a result of downtime will be significantly reduced if not eliminated entirely.