Think you know Microsoft Office 365? Think again
The more we have talked with businesses about Office 365 we have realised that many are not sure how it works, how best to deploy it and what you get with a subscription – even those already using it. With Microsoft continually adding more services, products and tools to Office 365 it can get a […]
Getting your business cloud ready
In today’s working environment, you want to give your employees the opportunity to work wherever they choose, whether in the office, at home, or on the road. To enable this you will need to make sure they can: Access the tools they need from anywhere Stay productive across a growing number of device types Collaborate […]
End-of-life telephone systems: Risks and new opportunities
Is your business running an end-of-life telephone system? You probably know it’s past its best, but the prospect of updating the system can seem a little daunting and budget pressures have lead you to delay its replacement. However there comes a time when continuing with your current communications system no longer makes sense from a […]
Unify DX End of Support
Unify ending support in April 2017 on their DX systems How Will This Affect You? Unify have announced in April 2017 they will be ending support for their legacy telephone system HiPath DX. This is one thing you probably do not want to hear that you may have to upgrade a system which is working […]
Business Continuity: How to prepare for a bad day
Putting in place a robust business continuity plan can feel a little daunting, so we have put together six helpful steps your business should consider when building and implementing your strategy. Did you know ONLY 27% of small businesses have a business continuity plan A business continuity plan covers every aspect that is crucial to […]
Stay ahead by keeping connected
In today’s business world it is vital you keep connected, being without a data connection for even a short time can have a big effect on productivity and operations. Your employees need to communicate and collaborate with everyone quickly and effectively whilst having secure and reliable access to all the resources they need. Find out […]
Datasharp ranked in Microsoft Top 5% Worldwide
We are very proud to announce that we are recognised by Microsoft as being ranked in their Top 5% of Network Partners globally. This recognition follows our latest accreditation for “Small and Midmarket Cloud Solutions” which acknowledges our team’s experience and knowledge of implementing and supporting Microsoft’s cloud services, in particular Microsoft Office 365. According to Phil Sorgen, […]
Unified Communications Healthcare
Great communication is crucial in healthcare – it helps your team deliver an exceptional patient experience and organise better care coordination. Unified communications addresses many of the challenges the healthcare industry face every day whilst improving team collaboration. If you are unsure about the benefits of embracing a unified communications healthcare solution, we’d like to […]
Toll fraud: Don’t get caught out this Christmas
With Christmas and New Year just around the corner you must be vigilant as the holiday period can be a prosperous time for fraudsters, especially during a time when businesses are known to be closed for extended periods. Toll fraud is when an unauthorised individual hacks into your telephone system< in an effort to gain […]
IT security a growing concern for small businesses
Technology and the Internet bring huge opportunities and benefits to small businesses, but also risks. Every day UK businesses like yours experience IT security breaches and incidents. According to the 2015 Information security breaches survey 74% of small business have reported security breaches up from 60% a year ago. The survey also found that the […]
Keep your business running this winter
Snow, ice, severe rain & gale force winds have brought many small businesses to a standstill in winter. In the last three years 2 out of 3 small businesses have been negatively affected by severe weather conditions, costing them hundreds of hours in lost productivity. Read our top six tips on how technology can lessen […]
The Death of ISDN; Welcome new world of IP integration
In the third quarter of BTs 2014/15 fiscal year, the BT group announced their regular market performance and results update. Within these market updates we normally receive news about what products are doing well and general plans for the future. This network update was no different, but in it was a startling announcement from the […]
Why your business should consider an Ethernet solution
The market for Ethernet is growing, it offers cost-effective, secure and high speed connectivity for businesses of any size across the UK. Delivering advanced connectivity Ethernet gives your business the opportunity to access high performance voice, data and IP services. In this infographic we look at how your business could benefit from having an Ethernet […]
Superfast Broadband – What’s in it for your business
Tailored, flexible, superfast broadband solutions are becoming more & more essential in today’s business environment. With high quality, high speed broadband available throughout the UK any business can boost their efficiency and productivity whilst keeping costs to a minimum. Here are the key statistics we believe highlight the rise in importance of superfast connections. By […]
Guest Wi-Fi Hospitality
Having a fast, reliable guest Wi-Fi solution for your hotel is more important than ever. Guests want to be connected at all times whether for leisure or business – to stay in touch and share their experiences with family & friends, research days out or to be able to carry on with work. Here are […]
Bringing order to the cabling cabinet
An Untidy cabling cabinet is often considered as the bane of the IT departments lives – it’s a health & safety hazard, it can also be confusing, time consuming and incredibly frustrating when you’re trying to make updates to the network and you can’t even see where to start. We came across just such a […]
Unified Communications Hospitality
Great communication is key to any hotel – it helps your team deliver an exceptional customer experience and to build customer loyalty. Unified communications addresses many of the challenges the hospitality industry faces every day and is proven to enhance overall business operations. If you are unsure about the benefits of adopting a unified communications […]
Datasharp strike Gold with WatchGuard Technologies
We’re celebrating again after it was officially announced that we’ve been awarded the prestigious WatchGuard Gold Partner status. Impressively, we’re the only company in Cornwall to have this recognition from WatchGuard. Our MD commented; “This is another fantastic achievement for our talented team – WatchGuard has built its name protecting close to 1,000,000 businesses worldwide […]
SIP Trunking everything your business needs to know
With the coverage of high-speed internet access in the UK rapidly increasing, this is paving the way for more and more businesses to consider a SIP Trunking solution as an alternative to ISDN. The infographic below looks at everything your business needs to know. What is SIP Trunking? SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) trunking is the […]
Top 5 reasons why your business should consider AirTight WIPS
A wireless intrusion prevention system (WIPS) is the best way to effectively monitor and secure your business’s wireless network. By scanning your WLAN’s radio spectrum a WIPS will identify and block unusual / suspicious network activity – detecting rogue access points or devices. In our opinion, AirTight’s WIPS is by the far the most superior […]