A fast and secure internet connection is no longer a luxury — a stable office WiFi connection and a reliable internal network are the backbone of your business, whether you’re working from the office, using cloud tools, or managing multiple locations.
These are the common challenges we hear from Belgian SMBs:
- “Our WiFi keeps dropping out in certain parts of the office.”
- “I’m not sure how secure our network really is.”
- “We need to connect multiple locations, but we don’t know how.”
- “Guest WiFi is mixing with our internal network — is that safe?”
If any of this sounds familiar, we will break down what kind of setup do you need to work smoothly and stay protected.
What your business needs
Small and medium-sized businesses rely heavily on digital tools, whether it’s cloud software, video conferencing, file sharing, or accessing company data from different locations. A well-designed business network does three key things:
- Keeps your team reliably connected to the internet and internal systems
- Provides secure access to tools and data from anywhere
- Protects your business against cyber threats and data breaches
For most companies, this involves more than just plugging in a WiFi router. It often includes a mix of WiFi coverage across the office, internal wired connections (LAN), secure internet gateways, and safe cloud connectivity.
Understanding the basics of these building blocks can help you make smarter decisions about how to grow and protect your business through the right network setup. These are the basics of it.
Managed WiFi: Business-grade wireless internet that works everywhere in your office
Many companies start with standard WiFi, only to run into frustrating issues — poor coverage, slow speeds, or guests accidentally connecting to sensitive resources. ITAF provides cloud-managed WiFi solutions that are reliable, secure, and tailored to your office layout.
We set up access points in the right spots to ensure strong coverage across the building, even in meeting rooms or remote corners. We also create separate, secure networks for your internal team and guests, so you stay protected while offering internet access to visitors.
It’s all managed in the cloud, which allows performance, security, and updates to be handled by our team.
Managed LAN: Fast and secure access to apps, data, and printers across your office
Your LAN (Local Area Network) is what connects devices inside your office — computers, printers, servers, and more. A poorly managed LAN can slow down your work and create security gaps.
With ITAF’s Managed LAN service, we design and maintain your internal wired network. That includes installing high-quality network switches and structured cabling, optimizing your setup for speed, stability, and long-term performance.
Cloud Connect: Seamless links between offices, cloud apps, and remote workers
If you have multiple office locations — or employees working from home — it’s important to have a secure way to connect everything together. ITAF’s Cloud Connect service allows you to securely link offices, devices, and users to your cloud infrastructure and internal systems.
This ensures smooth access to business-critical tools like Microsoft 365 or internal servers – no matter where your team is located.
Cloud Firewall: Internet security that protects your business 24/7
Every business that connects to the internet needs to think about security. ITAF offers a Cloud Firewall solution that adds a protective layer between your internal network and external threats.
This isn’t just about blocking bad traffic — our firewall solution also enables faster, more reliable internet by prioritizing essential business traffic. We monitor and manage the firewall remotely, ensuring your connection stays both safe and optimized.
Private Cloud Network: Host your apps and data in a secure environment
Storing sensitive data or running applications in the cloud doesn’t mean you have to rely on big, public cloud platforms. ITAF provides a private cloud environment, where your business applications and data are hosted on dedicated, secure infrastructure, managed and backed up by us.
This gives you all the benefits of cloud — scalability, flexibility, remote access — with the peace of mind that everything is protected and under control. We also take care of migrations, monitoring, and support.
Why work with an IT partner like ITAF?
Network solutions shouldn’t be one-size-fits-all — they should be tailored to the business’s setup, needs, and goals. Working with ITAF means:
- A custom-designed network
- Managed security and performance across all locations
- One partner for your full IT infrastructure — no more juggling between providers
- Ongoing support from a team that understands your business context
Book a free consultation with our team and get clear advice on what your business really needs regarding safe and reliable connectivity.
