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How ATEL Communications Can Support a Remote Workforce

May 26th, 2020 by admin

An older man using a headset while working on his laptop at his desk inside his home

Many businesses are finding the switch to a remote workforce to be challenging. Some of the most significant challenges they're facing are acquiring the right tools to make the transition to working remotely as seamless as possible for their operations....

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Posted in: Business Phone Systems, Business Solutions, Phone System, Technology, Video Conferencing, Services, Support

5 Ways Access Control can Improve the Security of Your Business

November 9th, 2019 by admin

A biometric access control system

It doesn't matter what industry you're in, commercial, corporate, industrial, or hospitality; your facilities security is essential. You need to make sure that your employees are working in a secure environment, and that only those with clearance can...

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Posted in: Home Office Solutions, I.T. Services, Security, Technology, Web/Tech, Solution, Services

What is Software-as-a-Service and What Advantages Does it Bring to Your Business?

August 22nd, 2019 by admin

Computer cloud

What is software-as-a-service (SaaS)? SaaS is an internet service that allows you to access your applications and software safely and securely online on a dedicated virtual server. No costly equipment or hardware is needed, so you save a lot in annual...

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Posted in: Business Solutions, Cloud Computing (Hosting & Colocation), Technology, Solution

The Importance of an Effective Disaster Recovery Plan

June 8th, 2019 by admin

Servers in a row

Anything can negatively affect your business at any time, so having a business continuity plan with an effective disaster recovery component is vital. Any company with a substantial amount of data and information whether big or small should plan for...

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Posted in: Data Backup & Disaster Recovery, I.T. Services, Technology, Solution, Support

FREE Estimate

November 11th, 2015 by admin

Need to update your technology, but unsure of what the best solution would be for your unique business? Speak with one of our technology solution experts for a no pressure, hassle free estimate of the services you need. We can get you headed in the right...

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Posted in: Technology

CommNexus and Robotics

September 19th, 2014 by admin

UC San Diego's focus on contextual robotics technologies represents a convergence of engineering and cognitive science disciplines that will advance robotics systems for the benefit of society. The August 12th event held by CommNexus, UC San Diego, Brain...

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Posted in: Technology

ATEL is Investing in the Future

July 28th, 2014 by admin

We have just invested in an entire new network and new virtualized server to better serve our customers. We have upgraded all our software to the current level and are planning to go paperless soon to keep our costs low. These changes will make your...

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Posted in: Technology

Common Cabling Mistakes

May 17th, 2014 by admin

Common Cabling Mistakes

Network cabling can be quite a hassle and there are many mistakes people make when attempting to run cables. Using improperly installed cable can hurt your network performance, cause maintenance issues and create hidden expenses. The following are where...

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Posted in: Technology

ATEL VP Andrew Cohen Speaks at CompTIA Trade Show

May 5th, 2014 by admin

CompTIA is the voice of the world's information technology (IT) industry. As a non-profit trade association advancing the global interests of IT professionals and companies, they focus their programs on four main areas: education, certification, advocacy...

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Posted in: Business Solutions, IT Solutions, Technology, Telecommunications

Backup Your Data

April 29th, 2014 by admin

Backup Your Data

Backing up your information whether you are at home or at work seems like a such a nuisance. Computers and electronic devices are continually being remodeled and updated to be more trustworthy, consistent, and reliable. However, humans make mistakes,...

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Posted in: Technology

Going Green on Earth Day

April 25th, 2014 by admin

The cloud may just be that "greener" alternative we've all been searching for. Cloud computing has not only flourished within the last few years, but has also introduced numerous benefits to businesses AND the environment. The cloud has proven that...

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Posted in: Technology, Telecommunications

Who's Watching Your Back While You're Away?

April 21st, 2014 by admin

Do you ever feel a slight twinge of anxiety when you leave your workplace for the day? Are you worried about what may happen while you're gone? Unfortunately, for those worried about security and protection, it's unfeasible to be in two places at once....

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Posted in: Technology

Network Security- What is at Risk?

October 14th, 2013 by admin

This is a world of information exchange and nothing has become more important to the business world than securing their data from theft or damage. Technology is relentlessly evolving by the second, which makes keeping up with constant challenges of...

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Posted in: Business Solutions, Communications, Computers, Data Network & Internet Access, Ethernet, Fixed Wireless, Home Office Solutions, I.T. Services, IT Solutions, Security, Technology, Telecommunications, VoIP, Web/Tech

AT&T Small Business Solutions

October 14th, 2013 by admin

Atel Communications is proud to announce the addition of AT&T Small Business Solutions to its corporate telecommunications portfolio. AT&T Small Business Solutions offer cloud computing services, which allow employees more access to company servers...

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Posted in: Broadband, Business Phone Systems, Business Solutions, Cloud Computing (Hosting & Colocation), Communications, Home Office Solutions, IT Solutions, Mobile Phones & Wireless Data, Phone System, Technology, Telecommunications

How Does a Cloud-Based Phone System Work?

October 9th, 2013 by admin

From its humble beginnings in the 1870s, the wire-line communications system is credited to Alexander Graham Bell’s conversion of the telegraph to a telephone. Since that time, virtually all telephone systems in place have utilized wire-lines, microwave,...

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Posted in: Business Phone Systems, Business Solutions, Cloud Computing (Hosting & Colocation), Communications, Phone System, Technology, Telecommunications

Video Conferencing - Is it time for your business to use Video?

October 7th, 2013 by admin

The days of working along side of our co-workers are dwindling fast. Project Managers run projects from one office in a location in a country across the world from where the event is actually taking place. With the advent of the Internet and all the...

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Posted in: Business Solutions, Collaboration & Conferencing, Communications, Conferencing Blog Posts, Technology, Telecommunications

Mobile Office Workers

September 19th, 2013 by admin

Does your company need office desks, office computers and office phones for some outside sales employees? When they're on their office phone they're talking to someone in another location so are they better off out in the field on a cell phone remote...

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Posted in: Business Phone Systems, Mobile Phones & Wireless Data, Phone System, Technology, Telecommunications

Hosted Cloud Phones vs. Premise Based Phone System

September 16th, 2013 by admin

I met with a medical design and development company that is relocating and wishing to upgrade their phone system. During the discovery phase we learned that the new office only has one Cat5e cable to each location and due to the environment they will...

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Posted in: Business Phone Systems, Business Solutions, Cloud Computing (Hosting & Colocation), Communications, Hosted System, Phone System, Technology, Telecommunications, VoIP

Closed Circuit Television Security Camera Solutions from ATEL

September 13th, 2013 by admin

ATEL Communications has been offering Consulting and installation of CCTV systems since 2007. We understand and know how to deliver the best solutions to meet the growing demands for additional security needed for both businesses and hotels. ATEL’s...

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Posted in: Security, Technology, Web/Tech

SV 8100 Solution for 2 Location Customer

September 6th, 2013 by admin

Yesterday I was out at an account presenting a two site SV8100 network solution to replace older systems. The topic of telephony lifecycle was one of the many we discussed but the concept of voice systems even having a lifecycle still seem to be misunderstood...

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Posted in: Business Phone Systems, Business Solutions, Phone System, Technology, Telecommunications, VoIP

Full IT Services and Then Some

August 17th, 2010 by admin

Welcome to the latest edition of exciting and informative telecommunications news from ATEL.  I can’t begin to express the joy and delight that raced through my bones when the good old boss man asked me to write to you about the IT world.  It...

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Posted in: Current Affairs, Data Backup & Disaster Recovery, I.T. Services, Informative, Technology, Telecommunications, Web/Tech, Weblogs