For large enterprises already operating or expanding globally, connectivity in emerging markets is a key challenge. From availability of preferred platforms, to ensuring high-performing communications, enterprises require a predictable and reliable standard for their operations. UC providers are now expanding into these emerging markets, but another increasingly popular option is a global service provider.
These providers complement modern UC platforms by expanding their availability, simplifying logistics of a multi-regional or international operation. They can also offer services that further refine the way enterprises approach their communication models.
Easing Logistical Headaches
Managing a multi-regional, highly distributed operations model is challenging, particularly when trying to standardize communications with multiple network providers. It’s no secret that this is even more difficult in emerging markets, where a lack of knowledge and infrastructure makes legislation near impossible.
As cloud usage grows and new providers emerge, simplified models for core connectivity and voice solutions have been developed to address these challenges. These models focus on delivering standardized connectivity across regions while integrating popular collaboration platforms that have become essential in modern workplaces. Through strategic partnerships, these providers are positioned to meet multiple business needs simultaneously, offering a cohesive and streamlined solution.
Dominic McDonald, Chief Executive of ULAP Networks, highlights this advantage: “In new locations, collaboration platforms and communications are one of the first things to go live. But with existing telecom laws (especially in far-flung regions), this process can become time-consuming and expensive depending on infrastructure available.
Having a global provider is often crucial to saving time and money.
With a global network like the [Global Cloud] Network, your tools and business identities are available everywhere, in full compliance with your local regulators.”
ULAP Networks' clients have embraced this flexibility, trusting the global cloud provider with their voice and data traffic for worldwide availability. With over 20 nodes on six continents, businesses benefit from secure, reliable, high-quality calls, anywhere there’s internet connection. By centralizing their data and voice onto one global network, businesses can also retain control over specific routing and compliance needs, with the help of ULAP Networks’ experts.
Flexibility Brings Scalability
Enterprises can’t grow if they don’t have room to do so efficiently. Whether it’s the complexity and resources required to navigate geographical restrictions and regulations, the cost of adding telephony licenses, and/or a lack of global connectivity – growth is a non-starter if there’s barriers everywhere you turn.
A global provider simplifies the way enterprises manage core connectivity and communication models, making it easier to navigate the complexities of multi-regional, multi-platform communication structures. Technologies like SD-WAN allow for more seamless integration, reducing the incidences of siloed services while offering greater flexibility.
By consolidating services under a single provider, enterprises can reduce the number of contacts needed for their connectivity and collaboration needs. Service agreements are streamlined, linking connectivity services with platform usage, offering clearer visibility into costs, and making billing more reflective of actual usage.
Furthermore, businesses can simplify their relationships with regional providers by consolidating everything into a unified global network, such as the one provided by ULAP Networks. This includes broadband, data traffic management, platform licenses, and voice services. Each element of their communications can be fine-tuned without disrupting the overall service, allowing businesses to maintain control while benefiting from a cohesive, global solution.
