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Global Data Systems is a leader in satellite solutions for businesses that need more than traditional terrestrial landlines. Unlike other satellite communications providers, everything in our infrastructure-from our teleports and hubs to our network operating center-is owned and operated by GDS in Lafayette, LA.  The equipment in our network is designed to meet the unique challenges of your industry, no matter how rugged the conditions. Plus, our 24x7x365 Managed Services team and customer service is handled in-house by experts who can resolve any issue that may arise.

With GDS as your primary or backup satellite connection, our clients always count on low-latency data transmission. Which means our clients spend less time waiting around and more time being productive. And while most satellite companies promise "speeds up to" a certain amount, only GDS guarantees rates for unsurpassed reliability and performance when and where our clients need it.

 

GDS is partnered with the largest international satellite owners and one of the largest communications and Internet backbone providers in the world.  GDS' non-coastal and geographically disperse teleports across the world ensure reliability and connectivity to continue our trusted advisor relationship and satisfaction with our clients.  Anywhere, anytime business satellite Internet connections for:

  • Field office connectivity
  • Remote office connectivity
  • 2-way high speed commercial satellite solutions
  • Complete design and development of Global WANs
  • Undersea cable and fiber integrated solutions
  • Long haul solutions
  • Equipment provisioning and leasing options
  • Responsive 24x7x365 network support

Because of their universal and multi-point nature, satellite-based solutions can provide a flexible and cost-effective answer to support:

  • Fixed or wireless voice and data communications
  • Enterprise networking
  • Offshore and Remote Communications
  • Internet linkages
  • Satellite video transmission and distribution networks

GDS' satellite solutions provide for the delivery of vital information and data to every corner of the globe, no matter how remote.

SATELLITE BENEFITS OVER TRADITIONAL TERRESTRAIL LINES:

  • Universal: Satellite communications are available virtually everywhere. A small constellation of satellites can cover the Earth's entire surface. And even the reach of a single satellite is far more extensive than what any terrestrial network can achieve.
  • Versatile: Satellites can support all of today's communications needs - transactional and multimedia applications, video, voice, cellular networks, entertainment and breaking news.
    • Bring broadband to the last mile of businesses.
    • Overcome regulatory issues that make alternative carriers dependent on incumbents.
    • Deliver a communications infrastructure to areas where terrestrial alternatives are unavailable, unreliable or simply too expensive.
  • Reliable: Satellite is a proven medium for supporting a client's communications needs. Terrestrial IP networks are often a mix of different networks and topologies, with different level of congestion and latency. GDS' satellite network services are extremely predictable allowing constant and uniform quality of service to hundreds of locations, regardless of geography.
  • Seamless: Satellite's inherent strength as a broadcast medium makes it ideal for the simultaneous distribution of bandwidth-intensive information to hundreds or thousands of locations.
  • Fast: Unlike most terrestrial alternatives, satellite networks can be rolled out quickly and inexpensively to hundreds or thousands of locations, connecting cities or remote locations across a large landmass, where copper or fiber is cost prohibitive. Since satellite networks can be set up quickly, companies can be fast-to-market with new services.
  • Expandable: Satellite networks are easily scalable, allowing users to expand their communications networks and their available bandwidth easily. In coordination with local vendors, expanding a network on the ground requires the ordering of new terminal components and the commissioning of increased bandwidth at each site.
  • Flexible: Satellites can be easily integrated to complement, augment or extend any communications network, helping overcome geographical barriers, terrestrial network limitations and other constraining infrastructure issues.

ADDITIONAL SATELLITE SOLUTIONS FROM GDS

GDS offers broadband Internet access and satellite internet services for international and domestic connectivity solutions. Our services cater to mobile satellite, fixed satellite and semi-permanent or occasional use requirements, with flexible service plans that include equipment, installation and recurring or temporary satellite airtime.

GDS' satellite Internet services are quick to deploy, highly reliable, easy to expand, low maintenance and offer the most cost-efficient and scaleable solution for geographically dispersed users. Such commercial satellite solutions are employed by corporate enterprises of all sizes and spanning every industry including offshore and energy services.


MOBIL COMMUNICATIONS UNIT
The GDS Mobile Communications Unit (MCU) is a complete mobile communications solution based on GDS’ satellite services. The GDS MCU provides an easy to use and operate solution for our clients’ voice, video, data, fax, radio and operability needs. Each MCU is customized for our clients needs. Our clients are able to communicate using satellite technology in a safe and accommodating environment even during emergency situations.

Ease of use and minimal downtime during an emergency is critical to your business. Users do not need technical training and communications can be set up in minutes, not hours or days. GDS’ MCU clients can expect the same reliability and services as they receive working from the main office or working environment. Custom built quarters can be as elaborate or modest as the customer needs.

FEATURES

VOICE & VIDEO: Makes face to face calls anytime to anywhere in the world via IP Satellite technology. Route your phone calls through the private satellite network when traditional lines are down.

DATA: Get secure and reliable access to the Internet or Corporate network no matter where you are located. Access critical business information, Internet and real-time information to continue business operations

FAX: Send and receive fax communications by connecting to the satellite voice system and any standard fax machine.

RADIO: Allow back-up communications over large geographic locations when radio towers and repeaters are damaged and public safety communications are impaired.
 

BUSINESS CONTINUITY
GDS Disaster Recovery and Business Continuance Solutions help your organization assess and update its readiness to avoid the business risks that may result from a pandemic incident. By leveraging GDS' infrastructure you can prepare your global network today with minimal capital investment and use these network enhancements in your day-to-day business operations while remaining prepared to quickly scale to accommodate for the unforeseen incidents of tomorrow.