How is your business’s internet looking? A little rusty, perhaps? If you’re tempted to start shopping around for a better option, then you’ve come to the right place.

We’re going to be diving deep into a type of fibreoptic broadband called FTTP. This is a relatively new system with a lot of potential to level up your business.

What exactly is FTTP?

FTTP stands for Fibre To The Premises – and it’s exactly what it says on the tin, really. It provides a pure fibre connection straight to your business. There are no traditional copper wires involved, which are less efficient. That makes FTTP much, much faster than systems that rely on traditional copper cabling (known as FTTC).

The best for your business

FTTP has only been around for about a decade, and it’s considered one of the UK’s most reliable broadband options. As it can deliver ultrafast broadband speeds of up to 1GB, it’s a popular choice for small businesses looking for a strong, reliable internet connection.

Let’s say you’ve got an extensive office team, who are all downloading and accessing large files from a central service. Or perhaps your business does a lot of streaming and cannot risk those dreaded buffering pages cropping up. Whatever the scenario, we can guarantee one thing: if your business wants to provide a high-quality service, FTTP is a good bet to make that happen. 

However, if you’re looking for something even more secure, you might be interested in upgrading to a leased line. You can find out more about that here.

Can any business use FTTP?

Currently, FTTP is only available in certain locations – particularly in major towns and cities. If you would like to know if it’s available in your area, get in touch with us and we can find out for you.

This is not to say that FTTP isn’t massively on the rise. In fact, earlier this year Openreach confirmed that BT’s £15bn rollout of FTTP has reached the milestone of 10 million premises. A whopping 3 million customers have also been connected, and as the UK edges closer and closer towards a fully fibre system, this figure is only going to continue growing.

The installation:

As FTTP will have to be set up at your premises, this means it can take some time to install and is often a more expensive option than traditional cabling. But think of it as more of an investment than an unwelcome cost. By installing FTTP, you’re providing your business with the best resources possible – and while that comes at a price, it also offers strong benefits such as greater productivity and efficiency across your team.

Ready to switch?

If you think your business could benefit from FTTP, have a chat with the Equations team today. You have no obligation to switch, and we’ll break down the pros and cons specific to your business. We know that none of our clients are the same – you all have your own needs – which is why we take a bespoke approach.

Get in touch with us today by calling 01237 420010.