The National Broadband Network (NBN) has come to Tullamarine.
More than 10,000 homes and businesses in parts of Tullamarine and Shepparton were switched on to the NBN last week, including flight and driving simulator manufacturer CKAS Mechatronics in Tullamarine.
CKAS managing director Chris Kasapis said the NBN would allow the business to increase productivity.
“The NBN is a big deal for us,” he said. “We work with customers in pretty much every country you can imagine, which means we need the highest speeds and the most reliable data connections we can get.
“We have already been able to use new applications, such as real-time desktop sharing. allowing better collaboration, support and training for our employees. We expect to see savings in time and money as we reduce the need to travel to international jobs because we can connect with overseas clients instantly.”
About 50,000 Victorian home and business owners are now connected to the NBN.
“The NBN has the potential to be a key driver of growth in Australia’s declining manufacturing industry,” NBN Co spokesman Trent Williams said. “Access to fast, reliable broadband can provide new opportunities for innovative businesses to create niche products, expand into new markets and reduce operational costs.”
