How S2S's Managed Connectivity Solutions Provide Enterprise-Grade Reliability
Today’s digital business environment makes network downtime more than just an inconvenience — it’s a serious threat to your operations, customer experience, and bottom line. Each hour of downtime costs the average business $163,674.14 – and for your organization, it could be even more. For businesses that depend on constant connectivity, achieving reliable uptime is critical, but building and maintaining redundant networks can be complex and resource-intensive.
The Five Nines Standard: The Gold Standard of Reliability
When discussing network reliability, "five nines" (99.999%) uptime is considered the gold standard. This level of reliability means your systems will be operational 99.999% of the time – translating to just 5.26 minutes of total downtime per year. This is the benchmark that mission-critical systems aim for, but achieving this level of reliability requires strategic implementation of redundancy and failover technologies.
Why 5G Should be a Factor
Many businesses establish redundancy by installing multiple wired connections. They do so by pairing different connection types from different providers. For example, a location may have a Comcast cable connection paired with a Verizon FiOS connection. This is a very reliable combination, but there is still the factor of path. It’s possible the two lines are traveling along the same lines on the street or underground in the same trench. Car accidents, construction mishaps, or maintenance activities could potentially affect both connections simultaneously.
The solution? Wireless (5G) redundancy that physically cannot be affected by the same disruptions as your wired connections.
How S2S Leverages 5G and Ericsson Cradlepoint Technology
S2S Communications, a Gartner-recognized Managed Service Provider, specializes in providing enterprise-grade network redundancy without the complexity of managing it yourself. S2S is ISP agnostic, delivering the most effective wireline and wireless solutions for customers with customer service as a key differentiator.
Here's how S2S utilizes 5G and Ericsson Cradlepoint technology to ensure your business maintains critical connectivity:
1. Diverse Connection Paths
Unforeseen challenges such as storms, construction accidents, and network configuration errors can cause WAN downtime. Network failover solutions like 5G and LTE adapters provide diverse secondary networks – the best way to maintain access to the data and tools that drive efficiency.
2. Enterprise-Grade Hardware
S2S deploys Ericsson Cradlepoint's advanced 5G adapter and routing technology which provides:
- Enterprise-class cellular adapters and routers procured, configured, shipped, and installed by S2S's telecom experts and certified network engineers
- Automatic failover capabilities that detect outages and seamlessly transition to cellular connections
- Centralized management through Ericsson Cradlepoint's NetCloud Manager platform
3. Carrier-Agnostic Approach
As a carrier-agnostic MSP, S2S offers wireless solutions customized for your business, with data plans sized to fit your specific needs. This means selecting the best carrier for your location rather than being locked into a single provider's coverage map.
4. Professional Implementation
The effectiveness of any redundancy solution depends on proper implementation:
- S2S conducts cellular surveys to verify signal strength and determine optimal router installation locations
- Field service technicians ensure on-site installations are done correctly and on time
- Each solution is properly configured to meet your specific business requirements
5. Proactive Monitoring and Management
Achieving five nines reliability isn't just about having backup connections – it requires constant vigilance:
- Real-time monitoring of both primary and secondary connections
- Automated alerts when issues occur
- Rapid response and resolution to network issues before they affect your business
Benefits of S2S's Managed Connectivity Approach
Simplicity Without Sacrifice
You don't need to become a networking expert or hire additional IT staff to maintain enterprise-grade redundancy. S2S handles the complexity while you focus on your core business.
Predictable Costs
S2S offers flexible data plan options that can be upgraded or downgraded as needed without term liability, and their approach reduces the risk of overage fees.
Rapid Deployment
S2S telecom specialists and network engineers have years of experience delivering effective connectivity solutions. Cellular solutions never require construction, with next-day installation readily available.
Enterprise-Grade Reliability Without Enterprise-Level Complexity
The combination of S2S's expertise and Ericsson Cradlepoint's technology delivers the reliability your business demands without requiring you to build and maintain a complex networking infrastructure.
Approaching Five Nines: The Path to Ultimate Reliability
While perfect uptime remains a theoretical goal, S2S's managed connectivity solutions with 5G and Ericsson Cradlepoint technology provide a practical path to approaching the coveted five nines standard. By implementing wireless redundancy alongside your existing connections, your business can dramatically reduce the risk and impact of network outages.
With S2S managing your connectivity, you gain peace of mind knowing that your critical network infrastructure is protected by multiple layers of redundancy – all without the complexity of managing these systems yourself.
Contact S2S today to learn how our managed connectivity solutions can help your business achieve enterprise-grade reliability without enterprise-level complexity.