The importance of a tidy IT setup

Does your company's computer/network cabinet look like this??This was a site we recently attended that had multiple devices all plugged into a 4-way extension lead, which was then plugged into a normal electrical socket.?Extension leads plugged into extension leads are a huge fire risk.

A setup like this can cause overheating and be a fire hazard. Not only that, but if something goes wrong with your phones, broadband connection, computers, WiFi etc, it will also take much longer to fix.?Having so many devices connected to one extension lead is dangerous. At worst, it can cause an electrical fire, at best if you have a power surge, all your devices could be damaged or be switched off in one go.

Consider all the critical processes used across your business & the cost you would incur in wasted time waiting for engineers to fix faults.?If your setup looks like a bird’s nest of cables, it will be difficult to isolate the issue and rectify it.

Your IT and communications equipment needs a ventilated space to ensure safety and prevent overheating on the upcoming hot days.?Consider this, if your router gets too hot and your broadband connection fails, would it disrupt your business??Also, if your devices are not working so hard keeping cool, they will use less energy, which will save you money and benefit the environment.

Delaying organising your office IT room is common. It’s easy to shut the door on it and forget it’s there, like one of those junk rooms or drawers at home that you just can’t face sorting.

You may be tempted to think that your time is better placed elsewhere and doing other things, but it isn’t. The time and investment you put into your comms or IT room will be worth it long term. You have to balance this input with the consideration of what it would cost you if and when things go wrong (as they inevitably will if it’s left in a state of disarray).

If you want your IT or comms room to look like this, contact your IT supplier and ask them for help. Alternatively, give us a call today on 01892 577577.

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