Compnent understands the unique business challenges affecting SMME's operating in South Africa today. The need for flexibility in developing and operating effective networking systems is essential to leverage business and IT requirements. Compnent undertakes a series of interviews and audits to establish a networking and cabling solution specific to each environment. In order to start the process the clients requirements are analysed and then prioritised against objectives. Fundamental elements such as cabling points are determined before any hardware is installed. Decisions need to be made regarding system setups and the technology used such as PABX versus VOIP. The instability of local service providers is also incorporated into the communication solution and systems are created to overcome temporary inefficiencies. Compnent offers an Enterprise solution that considers the objectives and the position of each individual customer without prescribing standard answers. Compnent researches the market and environment of each client's particular industry and identifies trends, by analysing these we are able to devise a solution that will truly add value to the client on a long-term basis.

Small business uncertainty and risk can be limited through foreseeing pitfalls and shortcomings presented by the present IT and telecommunications industry. Cost-saving technologies are recommended so that the most effective and efficient solutions are employed. Networks are only as effective as the amount of productive time they provide the company; we ensure that these systems, the backbone to any business environment, are effective, efficient and appropriate to their usage.

Threat Risk Analysis involves determining how vulnerable a client's data really is and what measures can be employed to overcome threats and improve the protection of valuable and confidential data. Compnent actively and regularly examines open portals within the organisation to achieve an online "threat check". Statistics are pulled to determine any security threats or possible breeches. We also offer applications from the leading global suppliers of IT security systems such as Kaspersky and Asterix. Each of these products is installed, configured and supported by our well trained technicians.

Physical measures are also considered when protecting data. Employees should have limited and appropriate access to information. For example areas of information that are not relevant to a particular employee should be prohibited through secure access. Passwords should be used to limit and track this access. Procedures are employed to ensure that the correct protocol is followed when dealing with sensitive company information. We offer our clients peace of mind from physical threats such as service provider short comings and acknowledge each client's dependence on data and determine how this can be protected. Monitor and access control methods can assist in ensuring our client is safe in cyberspace and in the office.

One of Compnents numerous recommended security solutions is the Linux Box which serves as a Firewall and mail server. This is a highly effective and cost-efficient solution incorporating antivirus and spam detector features whilst simultaneously filtering specific web content.