In this article we consider what a network audit is and what makes it necessary for any business to undertake. What is a network audit? A network audit is a review of your business IT network. It looks at the network and IT infrastructure and its management protocols, permissions and policies as well as all … What is a network audit? And why is it necessary for your business?
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The move to remote and hybrid working has had dramatic impact on most organisation’s technology stacks. Surprisingly, it is also impacting the way IT services are delivered. By 2025, it is expected that 68% of IT managed services providers will provide their services remotely. The rise of managed IT services The outsourcing model … The rise of remote managed IT services
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Attending Cisco Live for the eighth consecutive year highlights MLR’s commitment to staying at the forefront of networking technology. For our technical team, it’s more than just an event—it’s an opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of new product innovations, refine troubleshooting skills, and connect with a global community of experts. Bringing this expertise back to … Reflecting on Cisco Live 2025: Insights from MLR’s Technical Director
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Is the service you receive from your MSP up to scratch? From swooping in to save the day when something goes wrong to working discreetly in the background to keep your environment safe, your MSP should share some characteristics with your favourite superhero! What should you expect from a managed service provider? We hold that … Is your MSP a superhero?
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Managed service providers (MSPs) offer a range of services to support and optimise your connectivity and networking service and performance. There are several convincing reasons why a business might need an MSP. Let’s consider a few of the most compelling reasons why your business might need an MSP. 1. Your inhouse team is struggling to … Why does your business need an MSP?
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In our connected world, digital infrastructure needs more than ever to be at the heart of architectural planning and engineering. New expectations around smart and sustainable buildings, always-on connectivity and regulation around maintaining a “golden thread” of information about a building’s safety, build and infrastructure make it necessary to focus attention on digital infrastructure early … IT infrastructure should not be an afterthought: it’s critical to consider technology requirements at the design stage
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If you’re ready to move to SD-WAN and you’re vetting potential vendors, we’ve collected some high-level considerations for you to prep beforehand. If you’re shopping for an SD-WAN vendor today, the vendor landscape can seem overly complex. In this blog, we’ll help you create a rubric to choose the best SD-WAN vendor for your site … How to choose the best SD-WAN vendor?
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And how can you operate your buildings in a more sustainable and cost-effective manner? The answer is: with MLR operating as your master systems integrator. From cabling to connectivity to automation, we can optimise the built environment in just a few steps. Step oneWe begin by asking one question – what do you want to … How does a big box transform into a smart warehouse?
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IT networks are the backbone of the modern business. Good network performance keeps your customer service agents connected to their cloud apps, your customers experiencing a fast, seamless service on our website and your IoT devices sending critical telemetry messages on time. But modern networks are also complex. That complexity brings with it many opportunities … What is network performance monitoring? And why does your business need it?
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What are managed network services? And does your business need them? We consider why it can make sense to outsource network management to a trusted and experienced provider. In today’s connected world, network connectivity is an essential part of day-to-day operations. Whether it’s connecting devices to your cloud services or your people to essential business … What are managed network services?
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