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Thursday, February 2nd, 2012
4:28 pm	Using structured and networking cabling Telecom systems are increasingly important. Getting the correct cabling and network solutions is important to having a network that functions correctly. We identify the types of cabling here. Telecoms have really grown over the years. A full telecom system is now very complex and can grow to include miles of cabling, dozens of different systems and plenty of complication. Therefore it is essential to know of the options available to you. Getting an expert in to provide your structured data cabling systems is often a daunting affair. There are a number of different options and the costs can be large. However, dealing with a proper specialist can result in a much more efficient system that saves plenty of money in the long run. Failure to install structured data cabling in the most efficient way can lead to a telecoms system that doesnt function as well as it could. This can mean that you have to deal with slower systems and sluggish performance. This in itself can lead to a decline in the service that you offer to your customers. This can mean a poor level of service for your clients. Slow internet or poor quality phone systems can directly affect your business. Therefore the extra cost involved in having a true expert in structured data cabling can really pay dividends in the medium to long term. In short, structured cabling is simply the professional term that is used to describe data and telecoms cable that links together. This linking together is what forms a network. For example, a dozen computers in an office may all link together to share a common database. This therefore forms a network. It is important that this network allows each user and device to communicate with each other as efficiently and fast as possible. There has been plenty of advancement in the structured cabling industry. New procedures, products and leaps in technology have all contributed to an ever-evolving sector. Networks have become bigger and more complex than ever before. As more businesses rely on a growing number of computers and devices, networks have had to become bigger and faster. Many years ago a network may have consisted of as little as two different systems. Now this has evolved to a large number of businesses needing to connect literally hundreds or even thousands of computers and devices to a single network. This allows all users to share information quickly and efficiently. It also allows for additional security. This has also become increasingly important over the years. There are a number of different telecoms options. You could use VoIP or an existing analogue system. VoIP often works out a lot cheaper and allows for calls to be placed over an internet connection. In this case calls are much cheaper in most cases, especially internationally. However, it does mean that for optimum call quality that you will want a competent internet connection. Cat 6a and Cat 7 cabling will allow 10-gigabit Ethernet over 100 metres of copper cabling. This kind of cabling consists of four twisted copper wire pairs. They are rated for transmission frequencies of up to 600mhz. This can help to provide good quality structured cable solutions which result in speed and efficiency of your system. There is of course also the option of fibre optic links. This type of data cabling uses photons to transmit data rather than the traditional electrical pulses. This means that much higher speeds can be reached and data loss can be minimised. It also allows cabling to stretch much further than copper cable. This provides a great solution for larger systems or where information needs to be shared over longer distances. Comm-si can provide voice and data network cabling solutions that really help your business. They provide a large variety of solutions. They can help with standard cat5e Lan, cat6, cat 6a, cat 7 and even fibre optic links. They provide a fast and efficient service. structured cabling systems (Comment on this)
Friday, January 27th, 2012
12:44 pm	Health and safety in the workplace - what to look for when giving staff fire training Fire awareness training is essential to adhere to government legislation and keep staff and customers safe. There are a variety of fire training courses available, as discussed in this article. Fires at work are caused in three main ways. Arson is the top cause - deliberately started fires - and these are the hardest to guard against. The other two causes, carelessness and a lack of awareness of hazards, can be easily guarded against with good fire safety training. Good staff fire awareness training should increase fire awareness and reduce carelessness by increasing understanding of health and safety in the workplace. Each workplace is different so fire training programmes vary; although ensuring staff have fire training is a legal requirement. The style and contents of the training to be used is up to the owner or person in charge of health and safety; training must be found which is at the correct level for their company type and with content which most suits their company. There is also no rule about how this training is provided. Fire safety at work training can be completed as an external course attended by staff outside of the workplace; or a trainer can come into a company and run an in-house training session. Another alternative, which is becoming more and more popular, is to complete fire awareness training by computer course. An online or CD-ROM course is a perfect training medium as it means training can be done in-house, at a time which suits the company, and each member of staff can complete the training at different times, so staff are not all tied up in training at the same time. However the training is provided there are certain elements which will always be present in a good training programme for fire safety at work - • Fire awareness training - how fires are started, what keeps them going and what makes them spread • Fire precautions - what to do to reduce the likelihood of a fire • Fire procedures - staff should know the Fire Action Plan, who the Fire Wardens are, what the fire signs mean and what to do when evacuating • Housekeeping - this will cover areas such as keeping fire exit routes clear. • Protection - fire doors, safety checks - smoke alarms, sprinkler systems and extinguishers, regular inspection and testing of electrical equipment • What to do in the event of a fire - how to raise the alarm, what evacuation steps to take. • Record keeping - it’s important to keep records of training and provide proof of completion for each member of staff In addition to content it is important that health and safety programmes are not too long or short. Staff must be able to easily digest and retain the information, so interactivity is important - and a test - staff are going to pay much more attention if they know they are going to have a test at the end! There are a lot of fire safety at work programmes on the market at the moment, so it’s important to choose the right provider. If their website includes customer reviews and testimonials, read them and listen to recommendations. A trial or preview of a computer-based course will tell a lot too. Once fire awareness training has been completed get feedback, look for improvement in working practice and behaviour and make sure training is repeated at regular intervals. There is a lot to consider, but it’s worth taking the time to get training right for optimum health and safety in the workplace. The Interactive Health And Safety Company provide all areas of health and safety training in the workplace. Their Fire Awareness In The Workplace programme can be completed online or on CD-ROM, and is a cost-effective and time-efficient way of ensuring staff stay safe and meet legal requirements. Fire Awareness In The Workplace (Comment on this)
Monday, January 23rd, 2012
10:05 am	The six rules of SEO Gone are the days of traditional SEO techniques, online content is changing. This article discusses some easy steps to make your website’s content SEO friendly. SEO is a vast area, with many directions and areas. The intention, however, is always to achieve the most visitors to a website. This is easily done if you follow these six steps: Rule #1: Choose quality over quantity In the online world, we often forget the old adage of ‘less is more’, as ‘more’ is exactly what we are in search of: more hits, more shares, more links. Many people believe that the more keywords and content on a site, the higher it is likely to appear in search engine results. However, this is not always the case. Just look at the guidelines issued by Google as part of the original Google Panda update, which advises that high quality websites should not contain duplicate, overlapping or redundant articles. It is far more effective is to limit less important content to fewer pages, and even go so far as to delete poor quality content from the site altogether. Rule #2 - Vary your language The past SEO technique of using the same keywords over and over is outdated and now unsuccessful. Our everyday language is varied, so why should our pages be any different? Try using different varieties of the word in mind. Not only will the language appear more natural, you’ll avoid being accused of keyword stuffing, or having the kind of over-optimised page that doesn’t work for Google. Rule #3 - Captivate, don’t calculate There is no single trick to completing SEO-friendly content. Any formulaic approach, such as attempting to calculate the optimal level of keyword density, will only lead to laboured, unnatural copy that impresses no one. Instead create interesting content for your audiences. Rule #4 Do not underestimate the impact of a clever headline A clever headline which captures the audience’s attention will lead to more clicks, more shares and more traffic than a dull, generic headline will, no matter how good the SEO. However there is a fine line between clever and too clever. Headlines need to contain at least one keyword while being captivating, don’t make them too cryptic or vague. Check out Copyblogger for some ideas. Rule # 5 - Don’t focus on the word count More content is not necessarily better. Once again, it is all about striking the correct balance - your post should be long enough to fully inform and engage the reader, but not so long that it becomes boring. Long and short posts have individual purposes. Remember, whatever the length of your post, quality is your foremost priority. Rule #6 - Don’t scrimp on writer’s fees Low quality content can do more harm than good. As with many of the rules above, always choose quality over quantity. KPI are a team of designated SEO experts, providing all manner of SEO, PPC, social media and link building services. Their team of copywriters will ensure your website content remains up-to-date, captivating and search engine friendly. SEO services by KPI (Comment on this)
Saturday, January 21st, 2012
7:39 pm	The best pallet storage and distribution option for businesses. Are you fed up of having to deal with the hassle of storing and distributing all the goods for your business Or perhaps youre starting up a new business and have concerns about the amount of work you have to do and the costs involved. Opting to use a warehousing service, could be the affordable and ideal solution your business needs. Are you starting a new business in the North East region of the UK in 2012 or simply looking at new ways to manage your existing business? Perhaps you have an online business requiring warehousing and order fulfilment. There are many warehouses throughout the UK which are able to assist with these services, taking the pressure off you and freeing up your time, meaning you can focus on the more important areas of your business. Many companies believe they need to do everything themselves when they first set up their business: understandable due to the worries of costs. However, many business owners are unaware of the affordable help they can receive by outsourcing some of the work. Warehousing and other warehouse services are often much more cost effective than businesses realise and enable business owners to concentrate on marketing their company rather than feeling the need to do it all. A misconception is that the warehouse needs to be just round the corner from a business. Company owners will often look for warehousing so theyre able to monitor the movement of their goods and keep a track of their stock. However, many warehouse companies have full support systems in place, from collecting your goods or receiving them from the manufacturer or supplier and putting them to store, right the way through to receiving orders, picking and packing your goods and despatching them to your customers. Inventories can then be monitored anywhere in the world with certain systems, assisting with your stock control management. This allows you to stay in control of your goods and ultimately keep on top of your business without the additional stress of dealing with orders and deliveries. Another misconception is that warehouses will often only store or distribute certain types of goods. Due to the increase in the warehousing market, many warehouses are now large and successful enough to take on a wide range of goods. For example, any licensed warehouse is able to store hazardous chemicals such as gases, flammable liquids and solids, corrosive substances or miscellaneous dangerous substances. Many warehouses now have specialist equipment that allows them to store and distribute larger goods such as machinery. For storing food and drink, many warehouses offer chilled and cold storage facilities. Wet bonded warehouses are also able to help with storing tobacco or alcohol. Warehouses will more often than not palletise all the goods they store for a small charge. Goods which arrive already palletised can cut down the costs, making your outsourcing service even more cost effective. By providing the warehouses in your area with the correct information, such as the number, height and weight of your goods, you will receive quotes quickly and easily, allowing you to find the best solution for your business. There are a number of warehouse companies in areas in the Northern region, such as Manchester, Wigan, Warrington, St Helens and Liverpool; all of which provide warehouse space for lease, pallet storage and other warehouse related services such as pick and pack, rework and distribution. Businesses can now easily find the most professional and cost effective solution for their project. If youre looking for order fulfilment services it has never been easier to get quotes for storage, RH&D (receipt, handling and despatching charges), picking rates and distribution costs, meaning businesses are able to make a comparison and find the best solution for their needs. WhichWarehouse specialise in sourcing warehouse space covering the whole of the UK. Contact them today or visit their website for all your warehouse and distribution needs. Pallet Storage (Comment on this)