In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in the UK are embracing hybrid and flexible work models. This shift is driving an increased reliance on cloud-based services such as Office 365 and Zoom, consequently creating a higher demand for bandwidth.

However, many businesses are currently burdened with outdated and unreliable copper-based connections. This is primarily due to the limited alternatives available to them, with the only other option being costly leased line services that most SMEs are unable or unwilling to invest in.

This dilemma forces businesses to choose between subpar copper connections or expensive high-end services, resulting in significant time and financial losses. On average, SMEs lose around 38 hours per year due to slow or dropped connections. In monetary terms, this failure costs the UK a staggering £11 billion annually, equivalent to the entire GDP of Mozambique.

Given that SMEs account for 99.9% of businesses in the UK and contribute to three-fifths of employment and nearly half of the turnover in the private sector (Federation of Small Businesses, 2021), their success is vital for the country's economic recovery and long-term prosperity.

However, there is hope for SMEs seeking a reliable connectivity solution that caters to their immediate needs while future-proofing their businesses. CityFibre, the UK's largest independent digital infrastructure platform, offers a Business FTTP (Fibre to the Premises) service that bridges the gap between basic consumer-grade connections and high-end services.

Here are the reasons why CityFibre's Business FTTP service is a game-changer for SMEs:

1. Incredibly affordable price point.

2. Gigabit-capable speeds with a minimum committed speed of 100Mbps upload and 40Mbps download.

3. Quick and easy installation process.

4. Full Fibre is less susceptible to disturbances once installed and remains unaffected by adverse weather conditions, unlike copper-based services.

5. Robust Service Level Agreements (SLAs) ensuring fast response and fix times.

6. Future-proof connectivity, as the Full Fibre service will not be impacted by the PSTN switch-off in 2025.

If you're an SME business seeking further information about CityFibre's Business FTTP product or if you need assistance and guidance regarding your connectivity options, visit our dedicated FTTP info site at: info.1-fix.com/fttp