When evaluating whether the return is justified, consider these factors:
How variable are your bandwidth needs?
If you have huge spikes and lulls in traffic, you’re likely paying for a lot of unused bandwidth. Scalable, bandwidth-on-demand models offered with dedicated internet access will help you solve this problem. With your own dedicated connection, you can scale up as needed to accommodate, for example, a new product release or an event. Then you can dial back.
Are strong service-level agreements (SLAs) important to your business?
Some businesses require specific service levels that shared access models can’t consistently provide. Dedicated Internet comes with stringent SLAs and QoS options.
Do you need a WAN (wide area network) that securely supports your apps and services on a single platform?
If so, look for fiber-optic connections that deliver lightning-fast speeds and support large pools of mobile or remote users on multiple devices. The carrier that offers all-fiber connections also should provide a range of Ethernet options to enable business continuity, a variety of speeds and flexible configurations. You should be able to build your preferred network for running IP- and non-IP-based services at your discretion, easily transport data in several formats, and connect Ethernet or private IP circuits to a single access point.
If your answers to the questions above suggest that dedicated internet access represents a strong value proposition for your business, look for a provider that is well known for high-quality and high-speed connections. Ask about options that will help deliver dedicated bandwidth while simplifying switching providers. You should be offered a choice of plans that can be tailored to your specific requirements for security, scalability, simplicity and reliability.