IT downtime can cost businesses on average $9,000 per minute, or $540,000 per hour, according to a 2016 study by Ponemon Institute. Think it won’t happen to you? Think again. With thousands, if not millions, of dollars on the line, it’s imperative to closely examine your service level agreement (SLA) when choosing your ISP. Ninety-nine […]
COMMENTS OF CALIFORNIA INTERNET, L.P. DBA GEOLINKS California Internet, L.P. DBA GeoLinks (“GeoLinks” or the “Company”) submits these Comments on the Public Notice, seeking input on proposed pre-auction and bidding processes proposed for Phase I of the upcoming Rural Digital Opportunity (“RDOF”) reverse auction.[1] INTRODUCTION AND SUMMARY GeoLinks is one of the fastest growing Internet […]
California-based telecommunications provider GeoLinks, has joined the Federal Communications Commission’s pledge to “Keep Americans Connected” during the coronavirus outbreak. The formal joining of the pledge is a vow from the company to ensure that its customers remain connected to vital information infrastructure during these uncertain times. The Keep Americans Connected Pledge reads as follows: Given […]
By: Skyler Ditchfield, GeoLinks CEO As businesses across the country establish and put in place procedures to ensure business continuity in the face of uncertainties surrounding the spread of coronavirus, including a surge in remote-optional work, limited connectivity looms large over the best-intentioned plans. While your place of business may have its network firing on […]
By: Skyler Ditchfield, GeoLinks CEO As schools across the country are forced to close due to the threat of coronavirus infections, a familiar theme, and one that my company is dedicated to solving comes to mind. I’m referring to the Digital Divide that is ever-present, not always seen by those with high-speed connection, but all-too […]
CAMARILLO, Calif.– GeoLinks was recently recognized as one of the Best Internet Providers in Los Angeles by Expertise.com. A leading telecommunications company and competitive local exchange carrier (CLEC) public utility, GeoLinks is nationally recognized for its innovative Internet and Digital Voice solutions. “At GeoLinks, we pride ourselves not only on the quality of our products […]
How to Prepare Your IT for Wildfires in California Wildfires in California are a serious concern for any business. They present both a danger to the people working at your organization and to your operations as a whole. Many businesses create plans for the former concern, which is, of course, the most important. However, the […]
Software-defined wide area network technology (SD-WAN) is a powerful tool for businesses that rely on the Internet to operate. It is especially beneficial for multi-location businesses. Of course, every company’s needs are a little different. So, is SD-WAN right for your business? Read on to learn more about its benefits and uses for multi-location businesses. […]
1. Let’s start with the basics, what’s your role at GeoLinks? As Helpdesk Manager, I oversee the Helpdesk, which is responsible for responding to client support tickets, and assisting our FieldOps technicians on installations. 2. What’s your favorite part about working for GeoLinks? The company culture and environment. Everyone here takes great pride in the […]
1. Let’s start with the basics, what’s your role at GeoLinks? My role is Director of Network Operations. I oversee Network Operations (Netops) which consists of the GeoLinks’ Customer Helpdesk, NOC department, as well as Systems/IT. 2. What’s your favorite part about working for GeoLinks? Hard to pick just one. The friendly cultural atmosphere, constantly […]
5 Disaster Prevention Tips to Help California Businesses Better Prepare for Natural Disasters Natural disasters can be both unpredictable and unavoidable. From loss of structure, habitat, property, and life, the associated damage can be unthinkable. For businesses, natural disasters can prove detrimental in many different ways. From preventing staff from making it into work, to […]
1. Let’s start with the basics, what’s your role at GeoLinks? My title is Accounts Payable Specialist, and I currently handle all Accounts Payable tasks. This includes making payments to vendors, vendor relations, tracking our expenses, and any other accounting tasks that have to do with Accounts Payable. I also assist with Accounts Receivable and […]
How do you choose the best Internet Service Provider for your business? With day-to-day business operations becoming increasingly reliant on the Internet, choosing an Internet Service Provider (ISP) is more important than ever. For those lucky enough to be in a market privy to a multitude of carriers, such as Los Angeles or Orange County, […]
1. Let’s start with the basics, what’s your role at GeoLinks? My official title is General Counsel and V.P. of Government Affairs and Education. I handle all legal and regulatory matters, which includes tracking policies and legislation that may affect GeoLinks’ business and advocating for GeoLinks’ interests before various regulatory bodies (including the FCC). In […]
What is Latency? Why Does Latency Matter? How Can You Reduce Latency? Have you ever found yourself frustrated because it’s taking forever to simply load a website? How about uploading a document into an email; do you feel like you might as well watch paint dry? Perhaps you’re in a rush to pull up a […]
Get to know Amanda Gonzalez: Director of Human Resources 1. Let’s start with the basics, what’s your role at GeoLinks? As the Director of Human Resources, my role at GeoLinks is to recommend how to strategically manage people as business resources within our company. This includes recruiting and hiring employees with specific skill sets to meet the […]
1. Let’s start with the basics, what’s your role at GeoLinks? I’m one of GeoLinks’ Project Coordinators. I help both our team and our clients with basically anything and everything that is needed in the sales process. I can be qualifying an address one minute, and the next I can be helping draw up a […]
Lessons Learned in San Diego – Panel at California’s First Ever Wildfire Technology Innovation Summit Moderator: Jessica Block, Assistant Director of WIFIRE Lab, Qualcomm Institute, UC San Diego Panelists: 1. Skyler Ditchfield, CEO, GeoLinks 2. Tony Mecham, San Diego Unit Chief, CAL FIRE 3. Brian D’Agostino, Director of Fire Science & Climate Adaptation, SDG&E 4. Graham […]
What is SD-WAN, and how can it benefit your business? To stay competitive in today’s fast-paced digital landscape, organizations must evolve and adapt their internal networks to support the latest and greatest business software and technology. Enter SD-WAN. SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network) utilizes software to simplify the process of delivering the WAN (Wide Area Network), […]
Network downtime can be a thing of the past
/in Blog, featured /by Ben GallagherIT downtime can cost businesses on average $9,000 per minute, or $540,000 per hour, according to a 2016 study by Ponemon Institute. Think it won’t happen to you? Think again. With thousands, if not millions, of dollars on the line, it’s imperative to closely examine your service level agreement (SLA) when choosing your ISP. Ninety-nine […]
GeoLinks Comments on Competitive Bidding Procedures
/in Blog, Public Comments /by Ben GallagherCOMMENTS OF CALIFORNIA INTERNET, L.P. DBA GEOLINKS California Internet, L.P. DBA GeoLinks (“GeoLinks” or the “Company”) submits these Comments on the Public Notice, seeking input on proposed pre-auction and bidding processes proposed for Phase I of the upcoming Rural Digital Opportunity (“RDOF”) reverse auction.[1] INTRODUCTION AND SUMMARY GeoLinks is one of the fastest growing Internet […]
GeoLinks Joins Pledge to Keep Americans Connected
/in Blog, Disaster Prevention, News, Press Releases /by Ben GallagherCalifornia-based telecommunications provider GeoLinks, has joined the Federal Communications Commission’s pledge to “Keep Americans Connected” during the coronavirus outbreak. The formal joining of the pledge is a vow from the company to ensure that its customers remain connected to vital information infrastructure during these uncertain times. The Keep Americans Connected Pledge reads as follows: Given […]
The Importance of Creating Digital Business Certainty
/in Blog /by Ben GallagherBy: Skyler Ditchfield, GeoLinks CEO As businesses across the country establish and put in place procedures to ensure business continuity in the face of uncertainties surrounding the spread of coronavirus, including a surge in remote-optional work, limited connectivity looms large over the best-intentioned plans. While your place of business may have its network firing on […]
Closing An Invisible Barrier
/in Blog /by Ben GallagherBy: Skyler Ditchfield, GeoLinks CEO As schools across the country are forced to close due to the threat of coronavirus infections, a familiar theme, and one that my company is dedicated to solving comes to mind. I’m referring to the Digital Divide that is ever-present, not always seen by those with high-speed connection, but all-too […]
GeoLinks Recognized as One of the Best Internet Providers in Los Angeles
/in Awards and Recognition, Blog, News, Press Releases /by Ben GallagherCAMARILLO, Calif.– GeoLinks was recently recognized as one of the Best Internet Providers in Los Angeles by Expertise.com. A leading telecommunications company and competitive local exchange carrier (CLEC) public utility, GeoLinks is nationally recognized for its innovative Internet and Digital Voice solutions. “At GeoLinks, we pride ourselves not only on the quality of our products […]
How to Create an IT Disaster Plan to Prepare for California Wildfires
/in Blog, Disaster Prevention, featured /by Ben GallagherHow to Prepare Your IT for Wildfires in California Wildfires in California are a serious concern for any business. They present both a danger to the people working at your organization and to your operations as a whole. Many businesses create plans for the former concern, which is, of course, the most important. However, the […]
How SD-WAN Can Benefit Your Multi-Location Business
/in Blog /by Ben GallagherSoftware-defined wide area network technology (SD-WAN) is a powerful tool for businesses that rely on the Internet to operate. It is especially beneficial for multi-location businesses. Of course, every company’s needs are a little different. So, is SD-WAN right for your business? Read on to learn more about its benefits and uses for multi-location businesses. […]
Get to know GeoLinks’ Helpdesk Manager Michael Hurst
/in Blog, Culture News /by Ben Gallagher1. Let’s start with the basics, what’s your role at GeoLinks? As Helpdesk Manager, I oversee the Helpdesk, which is responsible for responding to client support tickets, and assisting our FieldOps technicians on installations. 2. What’s your favorite part about working for GeoLinks? The company culture and environment. Everyone here takes great pride in the […]
Get to know GeoLinks’ Director of Network Operations Kevin Malone
/in Blog, Culture News /by Ben Gallagher1. Let’s start with the basics, what’s your role at GeoLinks? My role is Director of Network Operations. I oversee Network Operations (Netops) which consists of the GeoLinks’ Customer Helpdesk, NOC department, as well as Systems/IT. 2. What’s your favorite part about working for GeoLinks? Hard to pick just one. The friendly cultural atmosphere, constantly […]
5 Disaster Prevention Tips for California Businesses
/in Blog, Disaster Prevention /by Ben Gallagher5 Disaster Prevention Tips to Help California Businesses Better Prepare for Natural Disasters Natural disasters can be both unpredictable and unavoidable. From loss of structure, habitat, property, and life, the associated damage can be unthinkable. For businesses, natural disasters can prove detrimental in many different ways. From preventing staff from making it into work, to […]
Get to know GeoLinks’ Accounts Payable Specialist Brayan Juarez
/in Blog, Culture News /by Ben Gallagher1. Let’s start with the basics, what’s your role at GeoLinks? My title is Accounts Payable Specialist, and I currently handle all Accounts Payable tasks. This includes making payments to vendors, vendor relations, tracking our expenses, and any other accounting tasks that have to do with Accounts Payable. I also assist with Accounts Receivable and […]
Infographic: The Cost of Internet Downtime
/in Blog /by Ben GallagherWant to ensure your company has true business continuity? Ask about GeoLinks’ ultimate IT disaster prevention plan – the GeoLit Bundle.
5 Factors to Consider When Choosing the Best ISP for Your Business
/in Blog /by Ben GallagherHow do you choose the best Internet Service Provider for your business? With day-to-day business operations becoming increasingly reliant on the Internet, choosing an Internet Service Provider (ISP) is more important than ever. For those lucky enough to be in a market privy to a multitude of carriers, such as Los Angeles or Orange County, […]
Get to know GeoLinks’ General Counsel and VP of Government Affairs and Education Melissa Slawson
/in Blog /by Ben Gallagher1. Let’s start with the basics, what’s your role at GeoLinks? My official title is General Counsel and V.P. of Government Affairs and Education. I handle all legal and regulatory matters, which includes tracking policies and legislation that may affect GeoLinks’ business and advocating for GeoLinks’ interests before various regulatory bodies (including the FCC). In […]
How Can Latency Affect Your Business?
/in Blog /by Ben GallagherWhat is Latency? Why Does Latency Matter? How Can You Reduce Latency? Have you ever found yourself frustrated because it’s taking forever to simply load a website? How about uploading a document into an email; do you feel like you might as well watch paint dry? Perhaps you’re in a rush to pull up a […]
Get to know GeoLinks’ Director of Human Resources Amanda Gonzalez
/in Blog, Culture News /by Ben GallagherGet to know Amanda Gonzalez: Director of Human Resources 1. Let’s start with the basics, what’s your role at GeoLinks? As the Director of Human Resources, my role at GeoLinks is to recommend how to strategically manage people as business resources within our company. This includes recruiting and hiring employees with specific skill sets to meet the […]
Get to know GeoLinks’ Project Coordinator Tania Wiley
/in Blog, Culture News /by Ben Gallagher1. Let’s start with the basics, what’s your role at GeoLinks? I’m one of GeoLinks’ Project Coordinators. I help both our team and our clients with basically anything and everything that is needed in the sales process. I can be qualifying an address one minute, and the next I can be helping draw up a […]
Wildfire Technology Innovation Summit
/in Blog, Disaster Prevention, News /by Ben GallagherLessons Learned in San Diego – Panel at California’s First Ever Wildfire Technology Innovation Summit Moderator: Jessica Block, Assistant Director of WIFIRE Lab, Qualcomm Institute, UC San Diego Panelists: 1. Skyler Ditchfield, CEO, GeoLinks 2. Tony Mecham, San Diego Unit Chief, CAL FIRE 3. Brian D’Agostino, Director of Fire Science & Climate Adaptation, SDG&E 4. Graham […]
Should Your Business Invest in SD-WAN?
/in Blog /by Ben GallagherWhat is SD-WAN, and how can it benefit your business? To stay competitive in today’s fast-paced digital landscape, organizations must evolve and adapt their internal networks to support the latest and greatest business software and technology. Enter SD-WAN. SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network) utilizes software to simplify the process of delivering the WAN (Wide Area Network), […]