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The data centre is the heart and blood of your business. When it is not functional, services such as data storage, backups, recovery and network management become paralysed. At the heart of the system are the cabling solutions that facilitate data transmission. Without them, you cannot transfer data within your organisation’s network. It is paramount to set up reliable cabling infrastructure that will enhance the performance and reliability of your data centre. With this in mind, here are the best practices for planning and implementing cabling infrastructure for your data centre.

It can be very difficult for any small business to make an impression without some kind of online presence, and never more so than in 2020. With the coronavirus pandemic leaving high streets deserted and forcing many traditional brick-and-mortar operations into bankruptcy, many small businesses have taken their operations online. However, running an e-commerce business requires a significant amount of internet-connected hardware. The smallest businesses might get away with using a basic personal computer to handle the needs of their customers, but many invest in servers, network appliances and other connectivity equipment that can handle large amounts of online traffic. If your small business uses a significant amount of physical hardware to stay connected, investing in one or more server racks can be an excellent way to keep your important equipment safe, organised and secure. However, server racks come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles, and choosing a rack that fits the needs of your business is essential.