Welcome to the 1st edition

Welcome to the first edition of our quarterly email newsletter. Flexnet (many of you may have previously know us as Flexible Networks) e-News allows us to provide industry insights, product updates and expert advice to improve the operation and profitability of your company. We are able to provide a comprehensive range of voice, data and IT networking solutions for your business with a complete end to end experience.

We hope you enjoy this newsletter and if you have any feedback or suggestions about what you'd like to see in future issues, please let us know by emailing us.

December 2010 Highlights:

• Free IT Health Check
• Telstra slashes Internet pricing
• Fixed price IT support – Managed Services
• Specials – Phone Systems and Video solutions
• Telstra offers free local phone calls

Free IT Health Check

Flexnet is now offering a 2 Hour Free IT Health Check of your technology which focuses on quickly identifying areas of low efficiency, high cost and high risk.

Many organisations are frustrated with the efficiency of their IT organisation and are unable to prioritise which direction to take to improve service levels, reduce risk and cost and increase agility and flexibility. This service is aimed at organisations that are looking to identify the “a starting point” to kick off a program of IT improvement. Please contact us now on 1300 366072.

Telstra Data Networking

Flexnet is a fully accredited Telstra data dealer and recognized as one of the most experienced and competent in Australia.

Call us to discuss the latest Telstra Business Broadband Internet or you private data networking requirements.

Hot off the press: did you know….

• TBB BDSL has been renamed “Ethernet Lite” and had its maximum speed increased from 4Mbps to 10Mbps??
• The business grade Telstra Business Broadband ADSL has had pricing reduced by over 40%
• SIP trunk services are now available as part of the NextIP suite of private network offerings.
• IPv4 is running out of addresses. If you would like some background on this click here, or Telstra's current Work-in-Progress update click here

Wireless Backup

Can I use my NextG wireless service as a back-up to my data connection?
Absolutely - give us a call, ask us how!

Need more from your Telco services – speak to Flexnet now.

High Definition Video Conferencing - YOUR competitive advantage

High Definition Video Conferencing has a number of competitive advantages:

• Reduced travel costs
• Increased workforce collaboration
• Immediacy and engagement
• Green footprint
• Enhanced training and workforce possibilities

Bring your team closer together today
it’s easier and more affordable than you can imagine.

Flexnet can tailor a solution for your all your needs.
Examples of our diverse product line (for example):

Head Office 4 way Multipoint (Bridge) unit
720p @60 fps HD or 1080p @30 fps
50” LCD, Pan-Tilt-Zoom auto-focus Camera
Install & training

Branches or point to point conferencing

Passport+Focus

Desktop SW

LG Executive– integrated screen+codec

SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFER

Point to Point HD Conference Solution

Two Passport HD’s + Focus camera/microphone $6,590 ex GST delivered to your door. (Flat Screen / TV NOT included)

For further information refer: click here

Flexnet Managed Service (FMS) – Fixed Price 24x7 IT Support

Flexnet have a skilled team of field engineers and sophisticated support systems. Our support services range from PC/Laptop support and refresh through to high end LAN/WAN services including Virtual Server and Storage Area networking as well as associated application management.

Under FMS probe based real-time monitoring is active 24x7 with support services tailored to your requirements. This allows us to keep your network running at an optimal level of performance and to provide a much higher level of up-time than ever before. If your network is critical, and downtime costs real money, then one of our sales engineers would be pleased to explain how we can assist.

When it comes to Hardware and Software Flexnet is constantly looking for the best deals available from our suppliers.

Our Tier 1 product suite includes IBM, HP, Cisco and Microsoft while our more cost effective solutions come from the Netgear and Linksys product ranges. Call us to discuss your needs.

Phone Systems

Phone systems are no longer what they used to be. Modern systems provide a far more enhanced approach to contact than simply making and receiving calls or leaving a voice mail. Today’s unified communication systems provide a far greater contact management solution for you your staff and clients through the use of such things as “Presence”, Integration with Outlook, Integration with CRM systems such as Microsoft Dynamics and Sales Force.com etc. Today’s systems provide the ability to manage your access and contact (from where-ever you are at the time) in ways never previously possible. The net result being increased productivity and ease of doing business.

Flexnet is one of Australia leading Shoretel IP-PABX and Aria IPECs dealers. We have solutions that can provide simply replacements for your aged key system (eg old ‘commander’ style systems) through to high end sophisticated call center services linking multiple office and remote locations into a single unified entity.

To find out more click here.

The IPECS is a fully distributed pure IP communications system that is a revolution for small and medium enterprises. The IPECS Platform combines IP telephony technology with enhanced voice and multimedia capabilities, at a cost that is aligned with the budgetary constraints of the SME. For example:

INTRODUCTORY OFFER $2,999 ex GST fully installed!!

Configuration:

• 4 x IPECS 8012D (12 button Business handsets)
• 2 x ISDN2 interface supporting indial so calls can be directed straight to staff
• 2 x softphone licences (remote working over the internet on your PC/Laptop)
• Integrated voicemail
• 1 x 8 port POE switch
• Fully installed including staff training session

Control your call costs

Telstra have launched the All-4-Biz plans. Aimed at small business All-4-Biz is designed to offer more services, more savings and more rewards.

• Discounted call rates
• One bill
• Free intra account calls in Australia (fixed and mobile)
• Flexibility to add & remove services

For a 24 month or 36 month plan an upfront loyalty bonus is applied for you to spend on phone systems and mobile devices.

For example a $600pm commitment on a 36 month plan results in a $4,200 bonus.

Your new 4 handset phone system is fully paid for.

Free Local Calls Offer*

*Hurry offer expires December 17

When you’re in business, any investment in equipment has to prove its value. Invest in a new Telstra Business Phone System now, and you can improve you bottom line for at least three years with free local calls when you also connect to an eligible voice plan and a new Telstra Business Systems Corporate Services Agreement for 36 months.

• You will also get a rebate of 12% on eligible calls, which could help offset the cost of your new system.
• If your telephony services are with a competitor, Telstra have an additional incentive to switch back to Telstra’s PSTN or ISDN services. An upfront credit of $240 for every PSTN service or ISDN channel you switch to Telstra.
• You’ll be impressed with the ease and simplicity of a single supplier for your hardware, network, billing and even finance. Cash flow is critical to your business.

If you would like further information please call one of our experienced staff on 1300 366 072.

Awards

ShoreTel has awarded Flexnet ShoreTel Deal of the Year

In ShoreTel's 2009 Champion Partner Awards Ceremony held in Sunnyvale, California. Flexnet was awarded the ShoreTel Deal of the Year for the APAC region for 2009 for our outstanding performance for ITC Limited.