XO Communications networking, including telecommunications and related services, is being used by 50% of the Fortune 500 companies in the U.S. XO networking can effectively connect everyone in your office and allow your employees to use these networks much more efficiently. XO Communications can facilitate your company's data and voice networking needs.

If your company chooses to use XO Communications networks or any related technology, you'll need to understand the basic structure and uses of the service. This basic information will give you a solid knowledge base when asking questions of the XO Communications salesperson. However, before you begin the deliberation, there are a few items you need to consider, such as:

1. Knowing the basics of XO networking technology;

2. Reviewing the services offered by an XO Communications network;

3. Contacting an XO Communications networking salesperson.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Use tutorials to become familiar with XO Communications data networks

Before you purchase a technology, it's important to know the basic workings and terminology. That way you can ask the salesperson questions from a business perspective. If it's left up to the technology department alone, they may not cover some pertinent details that could affect your company's bottom line or efficiency.

I recommend: Review the computer networking tutorials at Brainbell for a proper understanding of the technology. Examine the networking terms from EnviroTech Financial, so that you can converse fluently in the technology jargon with the XO Communications representative.

Evaluate the services of the XO Communications network

Prior to deciding on whether to use the networking services from XO Communications, your company should view the structure of its data network, the variety of services it offers and the quality of the service. Then you can compare these offerings against any competing companies or your existing networking service provider.

I recommend: Examine the communications network overview of the various networking services that XO Communications provides. Compare the networking maps from XO to see if they have proper networking infrastructure in your area. Test the phone call quality of an XO voice communications network.

Speak to an XO Communications networks representative

In addition to contacting the salesperson, you should also review the networking details of an XO Communications data network. Because these XO networks will be the backbone of your company data and voice communication, it's imperative to review all aspects of the service. If, at this point, you feel comfortable with the service, it's time to speak to a salesperson.

I recommend: Evaluate the XO networking details information. Fill out an XO business sales contact form and submit it to a salesperson.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  If you choose to use XO Communications private networks, be sure that people outside your office don't need access to these networks. For instance, if you have an outside salesperson that requires network access within your business, they'll need the assistance of local tech or an XO representative to access a private network. However, if there's at least one open network, they can just plug in their computer but still won't have access to private information.