It’s a regular Tuesday afternoon, and suddenly everything goes dark. Your employees look around in confusion as computers shut off and servers stop humming. Before you realise what’s happening, you’ve lost unsaved data and your systems are down.
You’re now potentially facing hours of disruptions as you wait for the power to return. And this is before you reboot equipment and try to piece together any further issues arising from the power loss. Even worse – you may end up with permanent data corruption or loss.
This nightmare scenario is all too real for many businesses. And many small and mid-sized businesses don’t have adequate protections in place.
Do you want to leave your business success by chance? Or would you rather take control and safeguard your future? Let’s take a look at how an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system can help your business.
Why your business can’t afford to overlook UPS systems
There are three main reasons you should consider having an uninterruptible power supply system:
- It provides protection against spikes, brownouts and power surges. Such protection safeguards data, software, hardware and other equipment. It also ensures you have continuity of business operations
- A UPS unit also preserves your equipment against the damaging effects of lightning strikes, severe weather events and broken powerlines
- A UPS unit will manage the power quality even when power is being supplied to you by the power grid
Power issues directly hurt your revenue, employee productivity and business reputation. And UPS systems offer an ideal solution to this.
What is a UPS unit?
With power protection critical for business success, how do you choose the best UPS system? Keep these factors in mind:
- Size. Select a UPS that can provide enough backup power for all essential equipment. Calculate total load wattage to determine the best size for you.
- Run time. Choose batteries that can maintain power for an adequate time during an outage.
- Features. Look for intuitive LCD displays, surge protection, external battery ports, integrated monitoring and alert capabilities.
- Budget. UPS systems range in price based on size, features and run time. Prioritise capabilities that are most valuable for your business needs.
- Service. Ensure your UPS comes with a warranty and check that the manufacturer offers ongoing tech support.
- Maintenance. Test the UPS regularly and replace batteries every 2-3 years. This ensures you get the most out of your UPS when you need it.
Take charge of your business continuity
Don’t wait until disaster strikes to realise your business operations are at the mercy of the utility grids. Be prepared and avoid revenue risks with a UPS system tailored for your business’s needs.
The right UPS solution will give you peace of mind knowing sudden power failures won’t disrupt your business.
Need help choosing and installing a UPS system for your business? Get in touch with us today.
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