Cable TV

Use cable television to enhance your business service
By Sharisa Lewis Cable television options and billing can be overwhelming. Narrow down what your business requires before calling a cable TV representative. Compare packages between several cable television companies. There are several options when choosing a television service. Cable, Verizon FiOS, ATT Uverse, and satellite are a few options that may be available to you. Find out which companies are available at your business location. And ask local businesses which companies they prefer in your area.

Remember, it is easy to rack up a cable TV bill that is more than your business demands. Make sure you know what you need before you place an order with cable television companies. Follow these steps to pick a cable TV company for your business:

1. Determine what you want to use your TV for; i.e., public viewing to attract customers or to keep employees happy at lunch hour. Make sure you have appropriate channels for public use that will improve your business.

2. Determine how many TV sets you will need to service before contacting cable companies.

3. Figure out your budget for cable television services.

Compare the cable companies in your business location

In some areas, there may only be one option for a cable company. But if you have more than one option for your business, get quotes from both companies.
Try:  Most of the major cable TV providers allow you to check online for availability in your area. Try Time Warner and Cox Communications.

Pick a business cable TV package that customers prefer

If your cable TV is being shown in a lobby, conference room or waiting area, make sure there are options that the majority of your customers prefer.
Try:  Comcast offers business cable TV services, from basic to informational to preferred. Check out the cable packages from the other major providers, such as Verizon or Charter.

Bundle cable TV with phone or Internet if it saves you money

You may be able to save money by using the same carrier for your business phone, cable and Internet services. Find a package that gives the features you need and ask for discounts for ordering them in a bundle.
Try:  Cheapest-Service.com has a list of major cable providers and a comparison of what services are bundled together. Check out bundle packages from Cable One.

• The cable television industry changes rapidly, so do a periodic check to make sure you have the most cost efficient TV plan available in your area.
• Make sure your cable TV package for public use has channels that would not be offensive to your clients. Especially be sensitive if your clients include children.
• Be sure to also compare satellite TV prices to what the cable television industry offers your business.