The number of people setting up their own small businesses increased last year, but if you plan to do the same in 2012, it's vital that you pick the right business broadband providers.
According to figures from Companies House, more than 430,000 (435,856) new businesses were registered in 2011, compared to just under 385,000 (384,981) the year before.
And it appears that the amount this year could be even greater, with numbers in the first fortnight of 2012 being 12 per cent higher than the same weeks last year.
The vast majority of the SME start-ups are tech firms, so it's even more crucial for them to have the right business grade broadband infrastructure from the start, whilst working with a company that has experience in helping start-ups grow will be important to separate them from the competition.
If you want to make sure your new SME to get off to the right start and progresses into the future, contact TalkTalk Business right now.