Managed Network: Secure and High-Performance Connectivity for Worry-Free Operations

Hybrid work, smart offices, and the need for continuous connectivity have transformed the corporate network into a fundamental strategic asset, representing the beating heart of business operations.

This evolution has been accelerated by five key factors:

1. The massive adoption of the cloud. As critical applications, data, and virtual work environments are increasingly hosted on cloud infrastructures, a reliable and high-performance network becomes absolutely essential.
2. The expansion of 5G and fiber optics. New technologies enable high connection speeds but require an adequate network infrastructure to ensure stability and protection. In fact, Switzerland is one of the first countries in the world to have introduced the 5G standard, with nearly 100% of the population having access to an advanced mobile network (EDA, 2019).
3. The exponential growth of remote and hybrid work. The need for secure and high-performance connections has surged with the rise of distributed work, leading to the adoption of SD-WAN, VPN, and Zero Trust strategies to ensure access to business systems without compromising security.
4. Artificial intelligence and automation in network management. AI is revolutionizing network management, enabling proactive monitoring, attack prevention, and automatic performance optimization, reducing downtime and technical issues.
5. The evolution of cyber threats and the need for Zero Trust Security: In 2024, Switzerland saw a 39% increase in reported cyberattacks, with one in three SMEs experiencing at least one attack. Corporate networks are constantly targeted by cyber threats. Advanced security models such as Zero Trust, next-generation firewalls, and multi-factor authentication have become essential to protect business data and operations.

These trends have made the corporate network a critical element for operational continuity, productivity, and security. However, many SMEs struggle to manage their connectivity effectively, exposing themselves to risks and inefficiencies that could jeopardize the business.

Connectivity challenges: the hidden risks SMEs must face

Not all companies have the internal resources or expertise to monitor and manage a complex network. This leads to a series of common problems:

• Cyber vulnerabilities and increasing threats: Cyberattacks such as malware, ransomware, and DDoS attacks can disable IT infrastructure in seconds, causing significant economic and reputational damage. An unprotected network becomes the main entry point for threats that can compromise sensitive data and critical applications.

• Network outages and productivity loss: An unstable or slow connection has a direct impact on productivity. Interrupted virtual meetings, difficulty accessing cloud-based business files, and slowdowns in ERP systems for managing business operations (such as accounting, supply chain, production, sales, etc.) can create inefficiencies that result in hidden costs for the company.

• Complexity in infrastructure management: With the increasing number of devices and applications in use, without centralized control, it becomes difficult to optimize network traffic, resolve technical issues promptly, and ensure operational continuity.

• Hidden costs of reactive management: Many companies address network issues reactively, only intervening when malfunctions occur. This approach, in addition to being ineffective, leads to unexpected expenses for repairs and urgent updates, as well as potential losses due to prolonged service interruptions.

IT support for worry-free connectivity

Relying on a managed network service means ensuring optimal, secure, and always available connectivity for your business. The main benefits include:

• Proactive monitoring and management with reduced downtime through immediate intervention on anomalies and issues.
• Advanced security with firewalls, protection against DDoS attacks, and encryption systems for business data.
• Performance optimization through network traffic balancing, prioritization of critical data, and reduced latency.
• Scalability and operational continuity with dynamic adjustment of network resources based on business growth.

Network management tailored to your business.

With years of experience supporting SMEs in Ticino, 4IT Solutions offers a comprehensive and tailored service for local businesses. Through continuous monitoring and dedicated technical support, it ensures efficient network management, reducing risks and downtime. Additionally, it integrates advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect the infrastructure from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. IT resource optimization allows companies to improve cost and performance forecasting without impacting daily operations. By relying on 4IT Solutions, businesses can focus on their core activities, confident that their network will always be high-performing, secure, and ready to grow with their needs.

In a context where business connectivity is a critical factor for competitiveness, relying on an experienced provider means investing in security, performance, and operational continuity. 4IT Solutions supports SMEs in Ticino with customized solutions, allowing companies to focus on their core business without worrying about network management.

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