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Started in 1987, [http://advancenet.co.za AdvanceNet] has developed into a mature, multi-faceted company offering sophisticated [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/business-solutions business solutions] throughout Africa. AdvanceNet continues to be a leader in the market by focusing on brand alignment, client service and [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/partners-2 partner relationships].
[[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]]’s investment in people, Intellectual property and best of breed brands is the key differential embedded in “value beyond technology”.
This ability to deliver measurable business value is what makes AdvanceNet’s offering more than simply a comprehensive suite of excellent software, hardware and network infrastructure products.
== About AdvanceNet ==
== About AdvanceNet ==
[[Image:AdvanceNetGroup logo VECTOR.png|150px|AdvanceNet logo]]
[[Image:AdvanceNet logo VECTOR.png|150px|AdvanceNet logo]]
[http://www.advancenet.co.za AdvanceNet] was established in 1987 initially providing computer based solutions to corporate clients.
[http://www.advancenet.co.za AdvanceNet] was established in 1987 initially providing computer based solutions to corporate clients.
[[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] has grown organically over the years, and now assists companies to implement business and infrastructure solutions that assist in gaining a competitive advantage and profit improvements.
Today AdvanceNet distributes, markets and supports world class [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/business-solutions/infrastructure-management Infrastructure solutions], [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/business-solutions/financial-management Financial management solutions], [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/business-solutions/customer-management Customer management solutions], as well as [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/business-solutions/performance-management Performance] and [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/business-solutions/mobility-management Mobility Management solutions]. Their extensive expertise in these solutions has allowed them to operate throughout Africa and undertake implementations on an international basis.
Today [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] distributes, markets and supports world class [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/business-solutions/infrastructure-management Infrastructure solutions], [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/business-solutions/financial-management Financial management solutions], [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/business-solutions/customer-management Customer management solutions], as well as [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/business-solutions/performance-management Performance] and [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/business-solutions/mobility-management Mobility Management solutions]. Their extensive expertise in these solutions has allowed them to operate throughout Africa and undertake implementations on an international basis.
AdvanceNet is an authorised reseller for market leading computer products, such as [http://www.advancenet.co.za/Collateral/Infrastructure/HP/Servers/HP-Proliant-Family-Guide.pdf Hewlett-Packard], [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/news/infrastructure-management-news/1698-2 Dell], [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/downloads/sun-accounts Sun MicroSystems] and [http://www.advancenet.co.za/Collateral/Infrastructure/IBM/System%20X%20Family%20Brochure.pdf IBM]. Many of their clients look to their high-end technical and infrastructure services to assist them in regional and international deployments.
[[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] is an authorised reseller for market leading computer products, such as [http://www.advancenet.co.za/Collateral/Infrastructure/HP/Servers/HP-Proliant-Family-Guide.pdf Hewlett-Packard], [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/news/infrastructure-management-news/1698-2 Dell], [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/downloads/sun-accounts Sun MicroSystems] and [http://www.advancenet.co.za/Collateral/Infrastructure/IBM/System%20X%20Family%20Brochure.pdf IBM]. Many of their clients look to their high-end technical and infrastructure services to assist them in regional and international deployments.
AdvanceNet's success is directly attributable to the high level of service that they provide in this very competitive market place where the products are generally homogenous. This service-based differentiation has assured repetitive sales over many years and long-term relationships with a large group of clients throughout Africa.
[[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]]'s success is directly attributable to the high level of service that they provide in this very competitive market place where the products are generally homogenous. This service-based differentiation has assured repetitive sales over many years and long-term relationships with a large group of clients throughout Africa.
AdvanceNet is based in Johannesburg and currently has a staff complement of 135, handling all the aspects of Sales and Marketing, Technical Services, Project Management, Implementation, Training and Support, locally and on an international basis.
[[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] is based in Johannesburg and currently has a staff complement of 135, handling all the aspects of Sales and Marketing, Technical Services, Project Management, Implementation, Training and Support, locally and on an international basis.
[http://www.advancemobility.co.za AdvanceMobility] brings management and the mobile workforce together to provide unparalleled market intelligence.
[http://www.advancemobility.co.za AdvanceMobility] brings management and the mobile workforce together to provide unparalleled market intelligence.
[[Keyword:=AdvanceMobility]] supply the field force with hand held technology, which enables mobile employees to communicate real time information with the central business unit.
This allows management to plan, manage, view and control the entire field force operation from multiple remote locations providing total market visibility.
This allows management to plan, manage, view and control the entire field force operation from multiple remote locations providing total market visibility.
Business intelligence is made available through their world-class data analysis software. This intelligence empowers real time, top level strategic decision making.
Business intelligence is made available through their world-class data analysis software. This intelligence empowers real time, top level strategic decision making.
The AdvanceMobility solution enables agility in highly competitive industries, providing a significant competitive advantage.
The [[Keyword:=AdvanceMobility]] solution enables agility in highly competitive industries, providing a significant competitive advantage.
AdvanceForce is a Regional Consulting Partner of Salesforce.com in South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. AdvanceForce apply industry best practices for selling, marketing and customer service, dealing exclusively with Salesforce.com. AdvanceForce is 100% focused on the successful marketing, implementation and integration of salesforce.com based projects.
[http://advanceforce.co.za AdvanceForce] is a Regional Consulting Partner of [http://advanceforce.co.za/salesforce-news/ Salesforce.com] in South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. AdvanceForce apply industry best practices for selling, marketing and customer service. Dealing exclusively with Salesforce.com, AdvanceForce is 100% focused on the successful marketing, implementation and integration of salesforce.com based projects.
“Software as a Service”.
“Software as a Service”.
AdvanceForce supplies business applications that are based on the Software as a Service (or SaaS) model. SaaS applications are sometimes called Web-based software, on-demand software, or hosted software.
[[Keyword:=AdvanceForce]] supplies business applications that are based on the Software as a Service (or SaaS) model. SaaS applications are sometimes called Web-based software, on-demand software, or hosted software.
AdvanceOne was established in 2005 specialising in SAP Business One. AdvanceOne's staff complement has experience in over 70 SAP Business One implementations in the global and local markets, which is a significant advantage in a young and growing market in South Africa.
[http://advanceone.com AdvanceOne] was established in 2005 specialising in [http://www.advanceone.com/index.php/business-solutions/sap-business-one-solutions SAP Business One]. AdvanceOne's staff complement has experience in over 70 [http://www.advanceone.com/index.php/business-solutions/sap-busone-resource-centre SAP Business One implementations] in the global and local markets, which is a significant advantage in a young and growing market in South Africa.
[[Keyword:=AdvanceOne]] specialises in selling, servicing, implementing and supporting SAP Business One.
The AdvanceKidz initiative was started in 2006 to provide the children of those employees who earn below a certain threshold with access to quality education.
The [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/social-responsibility/advancekidz AdvanceKidz initiative] was started in 2006 to provide the children of those employees who earn below a certain threshold with access to quality education.
The AdvanceNet Group is currently sponsoring the education of 23 children who range from 1 to 19 years of age and attend various pre-nursery, nursery, junior and senior schools. Costs covered by the AdvanceNet Group include fees, transport, extra mural activities, meals and books as well as various items of clothing.
The [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] Group is currently sponsoring the education of 23 children who range from 1 to 19 years of age and attend various pre-nursery, nursery, junior and senior schools. Costs covered by the [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] Group include fees, transport, extra mural activities, meals and books as well as various items of clothing.
While it is encouraging to see these children embrace the opportunity given to them, even more encouraging is the fact that every single account AdvanceNet have received to date on their progress, reports a rapid acceleration in their educational development.
While it is encouraging to see these children embrace the opportunity given to them, even more encouraging is the fact that every single account [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] have received to date on their progress, reports a rapid acceleration in their educational development.
AdvanceKhaya is a social upliftment programme designed to improve the quality of life of all unskilled and semi-skilled staff employed by the AdvanceNet Group. While our minimum wage employees are remunerated at over twice that of the minimum determined by the Department of Labour, it is our experience that very little disposable income typically remains for individuals employed in entry level positions after the costs of transportation have been provided for.
[http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/social-responsibility/advancekhaya AdvanceKhaya] is a social upliftment programme designed to improve the quality of life of all unskilled and semi-skilled staff employed by the [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] Group. While our minimum wage employees are remunerated at over twice that of the minimum determined by the Department of Labour, it is our experience that very little disposable income typically remains for individuals employed in entry level positions after the costs of transportation have been provided for.
It is for this reason that we have introduced a housing allowance for all employees who earn less than a certain amount each month. This is a benefit intended to ensure that we are doing our utmost to provide our staff with a reasonable quality of life.
It is for this reason that we have introduced a housing allowance for all employees who earn less than a certain amount each month. This is a benefit intended to ensure that we are doing our utmost to provide our staff with a reasonable quality of life.
Drivers License Initiative - Every employee, irrespective of their position within the AdvanceNet Group, is given the opportunity to obtain their driver’s license though the sponsorship of the Company. The costs of any driving lessons required and the test itself are heavily subsidised by the AdvanceNet Group and to date over 20 employees have obtained, or are in the process of obtaining, their licenses.
[http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/social-responsibility/learnerss-licences Drivers License Initiative] - Every employee, irrespective of their position within the [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] Group, is given the opportunity to obtain their driver’s license though the sponsorship of the Company. The costs of any driving lessons required and the test itself are heavily subsidised by the [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] Group and to date over 20 employees have obtained, or are in the process of obtaining, their licenses.
As a proud supporter of the MySchool Programme, South Africa's foremost fund raising initiative for schools, every employee and their family is subscribed to this initiative at the AdvanceNet Group. The MySchool Programme facilitates support for schools on behalf of a wide range of business partners who have an interest in education. Over 500 000 supporters have registered for the programme to date, responsible for monthly contributions in excess of R1.5 million to schools country-wide.
As a proud supporter of the [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/social-responsibility/myschool MySchool Programme], South Africa's foremost fund raising initiative for schools, every employee and their family is subscribed to this initiative at the [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] Group. The [http://www.myschool.co.za MySchool Programme] facilitates support for schools on behalf of a wide range of business partners who have an interest in education. Over 500 000 supporters have registered for the programme to date, responsible for monthly contributions in excess of R1.5 million to schools country-wide.
In 1999 the AdvanceNet Group embarked on an annual year-end charity initiative, a programme which incorporates a marketing drive with a charity fundraiser.
In 1999 the [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] Group embarked on an annual year-end charity initiative, a programme which incorporates a marketing drive with a charity fundraiser.
All customers, suppliers and other stakeholders are sent an electronic greetings card, in lieu of a traditional card, thanking them for their support during the year and wishing them a happy festive season. By sending out an electronic card instead of the traditional paper-based alternative, the AdvanceNet Group saves approximately R15 per card which is then donated to a charity selected by the recipient from a list predefined by the Company.
All customers, suppliers and other stakeholders are sent an electronic greetings card, in lieu of a traditional card, thanking them for their support during the year and wishing them a happy festive season. By sending out an electronic card instead of the traditional paper-based alternative, the [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] Group saves approximately R15 per card which is then donated to a charity selected by the recipient from a list predefined by the Company.
Furthermore, in an interesting recent development, a number of South African and international companies have requested our assistance with the implementation of their own, similar programmes – an exciting extension of a successful home-grown idea.
Furthermore, in an interesting recent development, a number of South African and international companies have requested [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]]'s assistance with the implementation of their own, similar programmes – an exciting extension of a successful home-grown idea.
The AdvanceNet Group have been involved in an initiative which supports students from the Rorke’s Drift area in various formats. This is one of the poorest areas in South Africa and these children struggle between cultural and household duties in order to be educated.
The [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] Group have been involved in an initiative which supports students from the Rorke’s Drift area in various formats. This is one of the poorest areas in South Africa and these children struggle between cultural and household duties in order to be educated.
These children attend the Shiyane High School which is subsidised by the Government, but these subsidies are not enough to provide schooling for free without the school having to omit important amenities such as electricity and running water. AdvanceNet's initial involvement was to supply clothing to the children during the winter months. They managed to purchase over 90 pairs of school shoes and socks for the children who did not have.
These children attend the Shiyane High School which is subsidised by the Government, but these subsidies are not enough to provide schooling for free without the school having to omit important amenities such as electricity and running water. [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]]'s initial involvement was to supply clothing to the children during the winter months. They managed to purchase over 90 pairs of school shoes and socks for the children who did not have.
One pupil’s basic school year costs R65, most of the people in this area are unemployed and simply don’t have the money. The sponsorship is a voluntary contribution from the AdvanceNet Group and staff to sponsor children for their academic year. The sponsorship covers 200 children at R165 per child per year and this provides for the academic year, new text books, school uniforms and stationery.
One pupil’s basic school year costs R65, most of the people in this area are unemployed and simply don’t have the money. The sponsorship is a voluntary contribution from the [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] Group and staff to sponsor children for their academic year. The sponsorship covers 200 children at R165 per child per year and this provides for the academic year, new text books, school uniforms and stationery.
There is always something that the children need and we communicate regularly with the organisers and principal to see what the priority needs are.
There is always something that the children need and we communicate regularly with the organisers and principal to see what the priority needs are. [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/social-responsibility/isibindi-africa]
In 1993 AdvanceNet was appointed as a Sun Centre by Systems Union. This world class software product is installed in over 18 000 sites worldwide and is used by many of the world's major corporations to provide sophisticated financial management in a multi-lingual, multi-currency, multi-platform environment. We undertake responsibility for the entire process including implementation, training, project management and on-going support.
In 1993 [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] was appointed as a [http://www.advancenet.co.za/index.php/downloads/sun-accounts Sun Centre] by Systems Union. This world class software product is installed in over 18 000 sites worldwide and is used by many of the world's major corporations to provide sophisticated financial management in a multi-lingual, multi-currency, multi-platform environment. We undertake responsibility for the entire process including implementation, training, project management and on-going support.
In 1999 AdvanceNet was appointed as a Microsoft Dynamics NAV Solution Centre. Microsoft Dynamics NAV has on-going partnerships with 120,000 mid-
In 1999 [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] was appointed as a Microsoft Dynamics NAV Solution Centre. Microsoft Dynamics NAV has on-going partnerships with 120,000 mid-
size businesses worldwide. Microsoft subsequently acquired Microsoft Dynamics NAV and has a growing global presence with 300 certified Microsoft Dynamics NAV Solution Centers.
size businesses worldwide. Microsoft subsequently acquired Microsoft Dynamics NAV and has a growing global presence with 300 certified Microsoft Dynamics NAV Solution Centers.
Microsoft Dynamics NAV software provides accounting and business management solutions with worldwide support, local expertise and functionality that matches the full spectrum of an organisation’s needs – at an advantageous cost-benefit ratio. We undertake responsibility for the entire process including implementation, training, project management and on-going support.
Microsoft Dynamics NAV software provides accounting and business management solutions with worldwide support, local expertise and functionality that matches the full spectrum of an organisation’s needs – at an advantageous cost-benefit ratio. We undertake responsibility for the entire process including implementation, training, project management and on-going support.
In 2004 AdvanceNet was the recipient of the prestigious Microsoft Excellence Award for its achievements in the Microsoft Dynamics NAV market place.
In 2004 [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] was the recipient of the prestigious Microsoft Excellence Award for its achievements in the Microsoft Dynamics NAV market place.
AdvanceNet was appointed the Alliance Partner for sub-Saharan Africa for Pivotal Customer Relationship products in 1999. Pivotal currently has more than 2000 customers worldwide, and is represented in more than 35 countries. Pivotal’s eBRM (Business Relationship Management) solutions enable organisations to increase revenue by enhancing relationships with customers and business partners, and conducting personalised online commerce.
[[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] was appointed the Alliance Partner for sub-Saharan Africa for Pivotal Customer Relationship products in 1999. Pivotal currently has more than 2000 customers worldwide, and is represented in more than 35 countries. Pivotal’s eBRM (Business Relationship Management) solutions enable organisations to increase revenue by enhancing relationships with customers and business partners, and conducting personalised online commerce.
In 2002 AdvanceNet was appointed as a reseller for this well known business intelligence tool.
In 2002 [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] was appointed as a reseller for this well known business intelligence tool.
IBM Cognos TM1 Executive Viewer provides users real-time web access to online analytical processing (OLAP) databases for advanced analysis and reporting. By providing self-service OLAP, IBM Cognos TM1 Executive Viewer removes the barriers that obstruct decision-making by offering true dynamic interaction.
IBM Cognos TM1 Executive Viewer provides users real-time web access to online analytical processing (OLAP) databases for advanced analysis and reporting. By providing self-service OLAP, IBM Cognos TM1 Executive Viewer removes the barriers that obstruct decision-making by offering true dynamic interaction.
AdvanceSMS is an AdvanceNet developed product that allows outbound and inbound SMSing capabilities. The application lends itself towards an easy integration into any other systems.
AdvanceSMS is an [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] developed product that allows outbound and inbound SMSing capabilities. The application lends itself towards an easy integration into any other systems.
AdvanceNet offers value beyond technology through a solid base of best of breed hardware and networking infrastructure products that underlie its comprehensive software solutions.
[[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] offers value beyond technology through a solid base of best of breed hardware and networking infrastructure products that underlie its comprehensive software solutions.
The reasons for its success can be found in a number of factors that create value for its infrastructure customers, including sophisticated workshop, pre-design and after-sales programmes. Maximisation of infrastructure utilisation is a further aspect of AdvanceNet's service.
The reasons for its success can be found in a number of factors that create value for its infrastructure customers, including sophisticated workshop, pre-design and after-sales programmes. Maximisation of infrastructure utilisation is a further aspect of AdvanceNet's service.
AdvanceNet has agreements with the following:
[[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] has agreements with the following:
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For many years AdvanceNet has been active internationally, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. While a number of AdvanceNet's competitors tend to turn away business from other African countries, AdvanceNet welcomes any opportunity.
For many years [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] has been active internationally, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. While a number of [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]]'s competitors tend to turn away business from other African countries, [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] welcomes any opportunity.
Burundi, Comoros, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Rwanda, Seychelles, Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, South Sudan, Sudan, Tunisia, Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Côte d'Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo
Burundi, Comoros, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Rwanda, Seychelles, Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, South Sudan, Sudan, Tunisia, Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Côte d'Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo
A major portion of AdvanceNet's business (about 40%) has come from these areas, and AdvanceNet has undertaken work in 34 different countries over the years.
A major portion of [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]]'s business (about 40%) has come from these areas, and [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] has undertaken work in 34 different countries over the years.
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AdvanceNet has a very comprehensive business continuity plan because they manage the customer information for a large number of local and international customers using their Mobility system in a cloud model. As such the AdvanceNet business is housed in two adjacent buildings on one campus at St Peter’s Square. All the internal systems are replicated in the other building over a dual fibre optic connection. We take a complete backup off-site every night. All our major systems run on Raid servers.
[[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] has a very comprehensive business continuity plan because they manage the customer information for a large number of local and international customers using their Mobility system in a cloud model. As such the [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] business is housed in two adjacent buildings on one campus at St Peter’s Square. All the internal systems are replicated in the other building over a dual fibre optic connection. They take a complete backup off-site every night. All the major systems run on Raid servers.
AdvanceNet's dual Diginet lines are set up for full redundancy and are triangulated through different exchanges. Also, they have a number of uncapped ADSL connections for additional back up. AdvanceNet has access to a large number of 3G Internet modems on all local networks for all managers and consultants.
[[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]]'s dual Diginet lines are set up for full redundancy and are triangulated through different exchanges. Also, they have a number of uncapped ADSL connections for additional back up. [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] has access to a large number of 3G Internet modems on all local networks for all managers and consultants.
AdvanceNet has extensive investment in technology to protect their systems from hacking and all correspondence, emails etc stored and managed by
[[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] has extensive investment in technology to protect their systems from hacking and all correspondence, emails etc stored and managed by
Mimecast overseas.
Mimecast overseas.
AdvanceNet has a 300kva diesel generator with a capacity of 150% of the total full power requirements of both their buildings simultaneously. This system is activated automatically from power failure and runs up to full load within three minutes of failure of Eskom power. Substantial UPS technology is in place on the premises server farm with 38kva for seamless transition between power sources.
[[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] has a 300kva diesel generator with a capacity of 150% of the total full power requirements of both their buildings simultaneously. This system is activated automatically from power failure and runs up to full load within three minutes of failure of Eskom power. Substantial UPS technology is in place on the premises server farm with 38kva for seamless transition between power sources.
Eight days of diesel (3500 litres), stored on site provides estimated 212 hours of continuous operation plus additional reserve of 800 litres in drums. The generator is tested on a full load every second Friday at 4pm. A 20,000 litre water reservoir on site automatically comes on line in event of water supply stoppage.
Eight days of diesel (3500 litres), stored on site provides estimated 212 hours of continuous operation plus additional reserve of 800 litres in drums. The generator is tested on a full load every second Friday at 4pm. A 20,000 litre water reservoir on site automatically comes on line in event of water supply stoppage.
The AdvanceNet company vehicles are a mixture of petrol and diesel. The diesel that AdvanceNet stores on their premises is recycled in their vehicles on a continuous basis to ensure a fresh supply. The diesel vehicles are therefore ensuring that AdvanceNet can operate independent of strikes etc at service stations and bulk transporters as happens from time to time.
The [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] company vehicles are a mixture of petrol and diesel. The diesel that [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] stores on their premises is recycled in their vehicles on a continuous basis to ensure a fresh supply. The diesel vehicles are therefore ensuring that [[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] can operate independent of strikes etc at service stations and bulk transporters as happens from time to time.
AdvanceNet has access to two spare company vehicles, which are used when a critical resource is without transport.
[[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] has access to two spare company vehicles, which are used when a critical resource is without transport.
AdvanceNet has a substantial amount of business continuity insurance in place with our brokers, CC&A Insurance.
[[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] has a substantial amount of business continuity insurance in place with our brokers, CC&A Insurance.
AdvanceNet owns all its office buildings as well as three apartments and a house, which is used for customer accommodation especially for their overseas visitors. All these apartments and the house are very close to the offices and could theoretically be used in case of any disruption at the offices.
[[Keyword:=AdvanceNet]] owns all its office buildings as well as three apartments and a house, which is used for customer accommodation especially for their overseas visitors. All these apartments and the house are very close to the offices and could theoretically be used in case of any disruption at the offices.
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== External links ==
== External links ==
*[http://www.advancenet.com/ AdvanceNet Website]
*[http://www.advancenet.com/ AdvanceNet Website]