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An Exciting New Chapter
We’re still on track to close our merger with Level 3 Communications this quarter! The merger marks a new chapter for both our company and our loyal customers. We are very excited to see what this powerful combination will bring to market as a combined entity. Our two businesses, each with a differentiated but complementary […]
tw telecom Cleveland Expansion Includes Downtown Data Center
Cleveland businesses will now have access to tw telecom’s Business Ethernet, innovative Intelligent Network, and IP networking solutions as well as its ecosystem of on-net datacenters. As part of its entrance into Cleveland, tw telecom recently signed an agreement with BlueBridge Networks, a leading data center and managed services provider, to provide […]
Soft Skills Say More Than You Know
Does your professionalism shine through? Its presence — or lack of it — is something that people notice right away. Far beyond your academic degrees and the clothing you wear, professionalism involves your entire demeanor, attitude, and work ethic. Here are seven steps to help you perk up your professionalism. Cultivate competence with poise: Lifelong […]
Say That Again!
Some people just seem to have a knack for commanding a crowd. While a few of these individuals may rely on a natural talent for public speaking, many more have worked hard to develop their skills. If your own speaking abilities could use a little polishing, it’s worthwhile to cultivate them. Being able to communicate […]
Right-Size Your Bandwidth
Like it or not, the Internet of Things (IoT) is steaming quickly down the track to your organization. Remember how even Microsoft didn’t believe the Internet would “take off” in the early 1990s? IoT is like that. You might fight it or choose to ignore it, but change is inevitable. You can already see it […]
Why You’ll Continue to Fight with Bandwidth Constraints
40GB is common for Ethernet connections today, and advanced networks such as tw telecom’s offer options for accessing up to 100GB. Yet the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) predicts the need to move — soon — to 400GB connections. What’s causing the astronomical change? A new approach to business and life that may […]
tw telecom to Reach More Customers with Richmond Expansion
tw telecom has announced plans to introduce service in Richmond, Virginia, expanding upon its nationwide network. The company is now able to provide its Business Ethernet and networking solutions to more enterprises across the country. Through their partnership with QTS, tw telecom can now bring networking solutions to clients in its Richmond data center. “Richmond […]
Can’t Get No Satisfaction?
Not really feeling the love for your job lately? The secret to job happiness is to soak up every single thing you do. We all do this naturally when we’re having fun with family or friends, working on something we enjoy, or just relaxing. Zen monks, however, have discovered that four key approaches to work […]
Pick the Right Person for the Job
Successful managers know how to delegate responsibilities and authority. But nearly all of them learned it the hard way! Relinquishing control can be a bit frightening, particularly when it’s your job on the line if the project doesn’t come through. If you think of delegation as empowering others, you’re on the right track to doing […]
The Right Tools for the Right Job
Intelligent business operations employ a successful analytics culture that gives the right people the right tools and information to do their jobs effectively — even when a business is facing rapid changes and unforeseen challenges. Many agile organizations use tw telecom‘s Intelligent Network as an integrated platform for flexible, predictable, and intelligent responses to the […]