Remote Branch Solutions

Operating from several locations can make operations harder to run well. Remote branch solutions let you manage the IT infrastructure of every branch and site centrally. Dependable, fast connections make data sharing and coordination between branches straightforward, which keeps the business running.

Designed for organisations working remotely or across multiple sites, our remote branch solutions bring every location under integrated management. Strong connectivity and secure communications simplify the work done at each site, and remote access, data sharing and collaboration tools improve productivity across the business.

• VPN tunnelling — VPN tunnelling connects remote branches securely to central systems. It creates a private network between sites and encrypts data in transit. People can reach every resource remotely as though they were sitting in the head office.
• MPLS connectivity — MPLS provides a fast, secure network link between remote branches. In larger organisations in particular it keeps inter-branch traffic running cleanly and optimises network performance. MPLS suits business applications with substantial bandwidth requirements.
• SD-WAN — SD-WAN delivers software-defined wide area networking, giving remote branches connectivity that is dependable, flexible and lower in cost. It combines different internet connections, including broadband, 4G/5G and MPLS, to optimise traffic. Network management is centralised, which improves efficiency and reduces spend.
• Cloud-based solutions — Cloud-based solutions let branches operate without depending on central servers, providing cloud file sharing, application access and backup. Data moves quickly from the branch to the cloud and is reachable from there.
• Video conferencing and communications — Effective communication between remote branches is critical to how well teams work together. Modern video conferencing carries high-quality picture and sound, and can genuinely take the place of meeting in person.
• File sharing and central data access — File sharing systems let staff at remote branches reach files held on central servers securely and work productively. File synchronisation and access permissions keep the data secure.
• Central management and monitoring — Solutions that let networks and systems at remote branches be managed from one place give IT teams control over the whole branch estate. System performance can be monitored, problems identified immediately and fixes applied remotely.

• Central management and control — Managing the IT infrastructure of every branch from a single point makes operations more efficient and keeps work between branches faster and better aligned.
• Security and data protection — Data transferred between branches is protected by VPN, encryption and other security protocols. Critical data stays secure and the business stays protected against cyber threats.
• Lower cost — Approaches such as SD-WAN deliver high-quality connectivity between remote branches at lower cost than traditional networking. Cloud-based solutions reduce hardware and maintenance spend as well.
• Fast connectivity and data access — MPLS and SD-WAN deliver high-speed data transfer, which keeps data flowing between branches without interruption and speeds operations up.
• Flexibility and scale — Remote branch solutions scale as your business grows. When a new branch opens it can be integrated into the existing infrastructure quickly.
• Collaboration and communication — Video conferencing and communication tools improve collaboration between branches. Information moves faster between teams, which makes for better decisions.