Running software and data centrally is the oldest idea in computing. It is the most reliable way to achieve consistency of data, usage and presentation. As internet connections become pervasive, the benefits of centralised computing become clear compared with the disparate applications and data running within fragile PC networks.

Permanent internet connections are much more than a convenient way to view web pages. Our networks, which were once only in-house, now cover the planet - a breathtaking concept. It means our organisations need no longer be fragmented islands of data which are inherently out of step with each other and confuse the view of business data. We now can share and collaborate like never before.

The Internet has revolutionised many business processes. Many larger companies are now enjoying permanent, irreversible efficiencies. Yet some small and medium-sized organisations have yet to fully realise the cost and efficiency benefits.

Many organisations still have business-critical data scattered across different PCs and servers. They struggle to synchronise data and reconcile the inevitable data mismatches. You wouldn't take a couple of hours off work to service your car, so why should you spend hours fixing your data and making computers work properly?

With emerging wireless networks and high-speed phone connections, the 24/7/everywhere internet is becoming a reality, so you can access your data almost wherever you are. There is no doubt that successful companies of tomorrow will be using this technology. With Contact Anywhere, you can be using it today.