Managed Network Services

A managed network service provider delivers end-to-end management and support for a company’s network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems. By leveraging managed network services, businesses benefit from proactive monitoring, enhanced security, and expert maintenance. This approach allows businesses to focus on core operations while leaving network performance to the experts.

An example of managed network services is proactive network monitoring, where a service provider continuously tracks network performance to identify and resolve issues before they cause disruptions. This includes monitoring bandwidth usage, detecting security threats, and ensuring devices like routers and switches function optimally.

At Lyon Tech, our managed network services typically cover network management and monitoring, network security services, managed wired and wireless networks, and dedicated connectivity services. On a more granular level, this might look like implementing firewalls, digital traffic management, high-speed fibre internet facilitation, and more. By leveraging managed network services, businesses can gain dedicated network support, enhanced reliability, and the overall reduction of costly downtime.

When businesses ask, "Why outsource network services?", the answer lies in the comprehensive coverage offered by managed network services. While these typically equip companies with in-office-hours support, they can also include 24/7 monitoring, performance optimisation, security management, troubleshooting, and maintenance of network equipment like routers, switches, and firewalls.

Better yet, this support doesn’t drain or exhaust internal resources, ensuring companies can keep costs down - while keeping the quality of network management high.

Managed network services cover a range of essential network management tasks, including network security and monitoring. This involves the protection of a business against cyber threats, through network infrastructure that implements firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and secure VPNs to prevent unauthorised access.

With managed network services, businesses benefit from proactive security measures, that ensure networks remain safe, secure, and efficient while mitigating network vulnerabilities continuously.

Managed services can cover a variety of networks including:

• Local Area Networks (LAN): These networks connect devices within a limited area, such as an office or building, and require management for performance optimisation, security, and reliability.
• Wide Area Networks (WAN): WANs connect multiple locations over larger geographical areas and are typically managed to ensure secure, high-performance connections between remote offices or data centres.
• Wireless Networks (Wi-Fi): Managed Wi-Fi services include setup, monitoring, and maintenance of wireless access points.
• Virtual Private Networks (VPN): Managed VPN services secure remote access to company networks, providing encryption and protection for users working from different locations.
• Cloud Networks: These networks enable remote access to cloud-hosted resources. Managed cloud network services ensure scalability, security, and performance optimisation for cloud environments.
• Data Center Networks: These networks support data centres and involve the management of servers, storage, and network components to ensure smooth data flow and security.

When choosing a managed network service provider, you’ll want to consider factors like expertise, reliability, and the scope of services offered. At Lyon Tech, we ensure robust network security by implementing strong firewalls, regular monitoring, and advanced threat detection to protect your data. We also provide proactive maintenance, 24/7 support on request, and built-in scalability to meet your company’s unique needs.