IT infrastructure, Progressive Office Cabling

Upgrade Your IT Infrastructure with Structured Cabling – Part 1

20 Nov 2019
The foundation of every modern company is solid IT infrastructure. Being capable of managing and storing important and sensitive data allows a business to focus on growing its business and generating revenue. However, many organizations do not invest adequate resources to meet this end. It is not uncommon for some to use the break/fix model, rather than employing a sustained, consistent effort with structured cabling to future-proof their businesses.
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Structured Cabling,Progressive Office Cabling

What You Should Expect From a Structured Cabling Provider

26 Oct 2019
Your organization is planning to install a new structured cabling solution in your facility, and you expect improved connections, speedier information transmissions, and greater productivity. However, you may not know what to expect from a structured cabling provider. The following will discuss what to anticipate from their team.
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Cabling ,Progressive Office Cabling

The Basics of Backbone Cabling for Enterprises

21 Oct 2019
A component of a typical structured cabling installation, the entrance facility contains cabling components required for providing the methods for connecting the exterior service facilities to the cabling inside the premises. The ways for connecting include cables, connecting hardware, service entrance pathways, circuit protection devices, and transition hardware.
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Structured Cabling Fundamentals for Businesses – Part 2

17 Oct 2019
As discussed in Part 1, structured cabling provides a comprehensive infrastructure for telecommunications that meets an organization’s business and technical requirements. It is also capable of meeting the company’s current and future demands. Part 2 will discuss the Appearance and Advantages of Structured Cabling.
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Data Cables,Progressive Office Cabling

Structured Cabling Fundamentals for Businesses – Part 1

10 Oct 2019
A system of cabling and related equipment, structured cabling provides a comprehensive telecommunications infrastructure that meets an organization’s business and technical requirements. Serving a number of functions, it enables data transmission via a network, provides connections for telephony and CCTV, and powers computing, storage, and peripheral equipment. Intended to support several types of equipment, structured cabling must be capable of meeting current demands as well as the needs of the future.
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Cabling, Data Cabling

Guide to Proper Cable Management at Your Business

20 Nov 2018

Structured Cabling,Data CablingMost companies depend on cabling for data and electricity, but its management is often overlooked. However, safety, functionality and organization are important, no matter what type of business you have. The following will discuss how your company can benefit from proper cable management.



Safety


Management is responsible for ensuring that their facilities are up to code and their company areas are safe for customers and employees. Companies should deploy cable floor cord covers to prevent liability issues and to protect cables from crushing foot traffic.



Reduce Maintenance Time


Staff can reduce cabling maintenance time by being able to quickly and easily differentiate types of wiring. Otherwise precious time and labor costs are wasted in untangling and sorting through strands of cables. Best structured cabling practices call for properly classifying and labeling cables while consulting with professionals regarding proper implementation.



Conserve Resources


Proper cable management will give your workplace a tidier and organized appearance. A benefit from this practice is maximizing the service lives and performance of the cables of your network. If cables are piled up on the floor or left hanging behind racks, they are more vulnerable to being damaged. The introduction of an efficient and market-proven cable management system will allow you to conserve financial resources and delay the replacement of network cables by extending their lifespan.



Clean Work Environment


One aspect of proper cable management that is rarely discussed is the need to clean cables regularly. A clean work environment will not only be healthier and safer for employees, it will give your company an image of professionalism. Consult with an experienced cabling expert regarding highly-rated products in the market that will help to efficiently organize cables in your workplace so they can be easily cleaned.



Progressive Office Cabling


Founded in 1986, Progressive Office’s success has been a direct result of years of commitment to seeking solutions on behalf of our clients in the Washington, D.C. and New York City areas. Efficiently working together, Progressive teams get cabling installed and operating as fast as possible while minimizing disruption and downtime. Call our toll free number (800) 614-4560 today.