Untangling WiFi on construction sites – the benefits of wireless
Having a reliable high-speed internet connection on site throughout a construction project has become standard practice. Let’s take a closer look at why and what benefits wireless access brings to the...
View ArticleOur people: “Working at M247 puts me at the cutting-edge of technology”
Customer Projects and Operational Readiness Manager Ryan Collins explains how he has seen his own professional ambitions flourish as M247 and has enjoyed a decade of growth. From the start, I had so...
View ArticleWhat 2020 has shown us already!
With the new year not even into double digit figures, we have already witnessed the impact that evolving technology and cyber security risks can pose to businesses. The news that broke yesterday (7th...
View ArticleWireless Leased Lines – Explained
All the benefits of a traditional leased line service, with a faster installation time and no wires How does M247’s wireless connectivity work and what are the benefits for your business? Find out...
View ArticleTop tech trend predictions for 2020
In today’s digitally enabled world where technology and connectivity are consumed on greater levels than ever before, the IT infrastructure and ecosystems that support this must continually evolve to...
View ArticleWhat is the current state of IT resilience?
In a recent report, commissioned by M247’s partner Zerto, the International Data Corporation (IDC) looked at the current state of IT resilience, difficulties experienced by businesses and the potential...
View ArticleOur People: “This is a company that wants people to be passionate about what...
Access Network Architect Dan Manifold describes how a chance meeting via a chip shop and a car forum led to him embarking on a dream career in technology. I went from a chip shop to working in tech...
View ArticleOur People: Meet our NOC apprentices Brodie & Declan
Brodie and Declan both work as apprentices in the Network Operations Centre (NOC) at M247. The NOC is the heart of M247 support, with a proactive team who monitor client’s networks to give value-added...
View ArticleOur People: ‘My apprenticeship allows me to gain hands-on experience as I...
Oskar is a Field Installations Apprentice in the M247 Operations Team, he visits M247 customers on a day-to-day basis to help install their M247 services such as wireless leased lines and fibre leased...
View ArticleOur People: “I wanted to learn something completely new and further my...
Joseph is currently an apprentice with M247 in the Customer Operations team as a Provisioning Coordinator, based in our Manchester office. He is responsible for the end to end implementation of fibre...
View ArticleOur People: “I’ve completed my apprenticeship and am a now permanent member...
Shahan joined the M247 Provisioning Team as an apprentice in Customer Operations in 2017, he completed his Business Admin Level 3 Qualification in 2019 and has secured a permanent role in the team....
View ArticleM247 expands Manchester footprint with new logistics and engineering centre...
As a leading global provider of secure connectivity, cloud and hosting services, we have expanded our presence in Manchester with an investment in a 7,045 square foot workspace and warehouse in...
View ArticleM247 Take on Apprentices
Zoe Donnelly, Group Talent Partner, explains why apprentices are so important to M247. Apprentices are key part of our talent attraction and retention across our business We believe in a diverse...
View ArticleAn introduction to the Cloud and key considerations when making the move
There’s growing awareness that cloud thinking makes commercial common sense. Which is why, according to Forbes, it is estimated that 83% of businesses worldwide will utilise cloud computing technology...
View ArticleNavigating the procurement of cloud services
IT procurement can be a challenge for any business, regardless of size or sector. With so many different providers on the market and an array of technologies that promise to optimise business...
View ArticleOn-premise vs. cloud storage
Is your head in the Cloud? Maybe it ought to be. There’s a growing acceptance that for many companies, the Cloud makes commercial good sense. In fact, Forbes estimates that by the end of the year, 83%...
View ArticleFive steps to consider for a seamless Microsoft Teams transition
With 13 million daily active users, the adoption rate of Microsoft Teams has been amazing due to its wide-ranging business communications solution. Microsoft Teams was launched in 2017 as a go-to app,...
View ArticleFAQs: Switching to Microsoft Teams
Thinking of moving to Microsoft Teams? Here are some answers to frequently asked questions from our customers about Office 365 and Microsoft Teams when considering the switch. You can also read our...
View Article4 steps to fast-tracking your digital enablement to support remote working
In times like these many businesses are fast-tracking their digital transformation so they can operate effectively with limited disruptions. Technological developments have enabled more and more...
View ArticleHow to manage your team when working remotely
Zoe Donnelly, Group Talent Partner at M247 has worked at home at least twice a week for the past four years and whilst home/flexible working has started to gather momentum, for many this will be the...
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