The Connectivity Shift

Ofcom’s latest Connected Nations report confirms what many SMEs suspected: full fibre is no longer a future promise, it’s here. With 78% of UK premises now covered and gigabit-capable networks reaching 87%, businesses have an unprecedented opportunity to boost speed, reliability and resilience.

Why It Matters for SMEs

Still relying on copper or “just-about-OK” broadband? That’s a risk. As more services move to the cloud; VoIP, collaboration tools, CRM systems, your connectivity becomes the backbone of your business. Poor bandwidth means dropped calls, sluggish apps and frustrated customers.

The Business Benefits of Fibre

• Speed & Performance: FTTP provides high-speed fibre connectivity that supports smooth video calls and real-time collaboration, making it ideal for cloud-based tools and remote working.
• Reliability: Lower latency and fewer outages compared to legacy circuits.
• Future-Proofing: Supports SD-WAN, VoIP, and cloud-first strategies without compromise.
• Scalability: Add sites or bandwidth without major infrastructure changes.

Pair Fibre with Resilience

Connectivity isn’t just about speed; it’s about uptime. Combine FTTP with:

• SD-WAN: Intelligent routing for performance and failover.
• 4G/5G Backup: Keep critical services online during outages.
• Dual Circuits: For businesses where downtime equals lost revenue.

Why Act Now

With PSTN stop-sell rules expanding and copper services winding down, upgrading to fibre isn’t optional, it’s strategic. Early adopters avoid migration bottlenecks and lock in competitive pricing before demand spikes.

Ready to upgrade?

📞 Call 02476 867400 or email hello@hbtcommunications.com for a connectivity health check and tailored fibre plan.