Networking and on-site infrastructure

A fast, stable network is the difference between a smooth working day and constant frustration. When Wi‑Fi drops, printers vanish and systems crawl, everyone feels it.

Everyday networking pain points for small businesses

In many offices, shops and warehouses, the network has grown organically over time. Someone added a cheap extender, a few extra switches and whatever router came from the broadband provider.
The result is often patchy coverage, slow file access, random disconnects and mystery devices hanging off the back of desks.

What a robust small business network looks like

A well-designed network starts with the right core equipment: a business-grade router or firewall, decent switches and properly positioned Wi‑Fi access points.
Instead of relying on the all‑in‑one box from your internet provider, your network is tailored to your building layout, user numbers and type of work.

For growing SMEs, this often means separate networks for staff devices, guest access and key systems such as card machines, CCTV or warehouse scanners.
Traffic is prioritised so critical services – like VoIP calls or remote desktop sessions – remain stable even when the office is busy.

Security and remote access built in

Modern networks must support flexible working as standard. Staff need secure access from home, client sites or on the road without opening risky holes in your firewall.
Technologies such as VPNs, multi‑factor authentication and managed firewalls allow remote access while keeping attackers out.

Network-level security also includes sensible Wi‑Fi policies, up‑to‑date firmware, and monitoring for unusual activity.
This layered approach dramatically reduces the chances of malware spreading, data being accessed by unauthorised users, or systems being taken offline by simple attacks.

Local, on-site expertise across Yorkshire and the UK

Every building is different. Thick stone walls in older Yorkshire properties, metal structures in industrial units and mixed-use office spaces all present their own networking challenges.
Off‑the‑shelf solutions rarely account for these realities.

AEM Systems (Yorkshire) Ltd can visit your premises to carry out a network survey, identify weak spots and design a solution that fits the way you work.
From cabling and rack tidy‑ups to upgraded Wi‑Fi and firewalls, the goal is clear: a stable, secure network that quietly supports your business day in, day out.