Online poll: Broadband internet in business

Tuesday, February 21, 2012 12:00

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Poll - February 21 2012- 11 Votes

Do you see potential for ultra-fast broadband in your business/workplace?

This poll ended on 28 February 2012.

No, but I haven't really looked into it

18%

Yes, for large data downloads

18%

Yes, for access to cloud computing

Yes, for integrating telecommunications and computer systems

27%

Yes, for other reasons

18%

This is not a scientific poll. The results reflect only the opinions of those who chose to participate.

Actor Stephen Fry has stirred up a social media storm by tweeting about New Zealand's poor broadband internet access.

Two companies are currently rolling out ultra-fast broadband fibre networks in the region, but Get Fibre sales and marketing manager Rod Meharry says many business owners are not aware of the potential benefits it could bring.

What do you think? Would ultra-fast connection help you in your business? If so, how?

Vote in our online poll and let us know what you think. The poll closes at midday on Tuesday, February 28 and results will be published in The Daily Post on Wednesday, February 29.