Insight: Connectivity

One of the key discussions at the Connected North conference in Manchester centred around gigabit rollout and how programmes like Project Gigabit will impact businesses and homes.

It never ceases to amaze me how many people are still paying a high price for an average broadband connection that delivers a slow service.

I spoke with Penny Hughes, chairman of Riverstone Living, about the role of technology and connectivity in later living developments.

At the recent Connected Britain conference, James Fredrickson said the misuse of the term ‘fibre’ is coming back to bite the broadband industry.

The cost of gas for suppliers has risen by 250% since the start of the year, with a 70% increase since August.

Having a more diverse workforce can bring real benefits to your business, from creativity to employee retention.

Deploying a converged network can help landlords and their clients reduce their assets' carbon footprints.

Having a good internet connection can impact health, time management and relationships, but the UK still has some of the poorest connectivity in Europe.

Renters now consider broadband the third most important factor when deciding to move into a new home.

Because we have become reliant on the internet for so many aspects of our lives, it is vital that we have symmetrical speeds to keep up with our demands.

Despite the many challenges presented by Covid-19, BTR has remained profitable and continues to attract investment across the board.

Are you getting your money's worth from big connectivity firms?

Four of the UK's largest investment banks stated they see hybrid working taking place in the long-run.

As a developer, improving your green credentials can attract customers and even be the key difference in a purchase decision.

We rely heavily on our mobile phones in order to function in professional and personal life. But what if you have poor connectivity and signal at home?

Digital inclusion opens a broad range of opportunities, allowing us all to shape our future direction in society.

We surveyed clients and their residents about their experience of working in the tumultuous year that is 2020.

Accepting free communications infrastructure from existing service providers during construction saves developers up-front costs and effort - but there are downsides.

Housing developers need to be prepared for upcoming legislation that requires new-build homes to be able to support gigabit-speed internet, also known as full fibre.

In today's construction build, its often only the high-end residential buildings that get the all-singing, all-dancing smart home technology.