Since the inception of GSM (the open digital cellular technology platform) in September 1987, the market has grown inordinately: there are now more mobile phones in service than there are people according to recent Ofcom statistics.
With developments such as increased upload and download speeds, GPS capability and larger external storage, mobile, flexible and home working has never been more productive.
With over 3 million people enjoying the benefits of home working and many thousands spending more time than ever away from their desks, mobile communications has become the lynch pin for modern business. However, choosing a tariff has never been more difficult.
Despite few competitive differences between tariffs, the various marketing messages have muddied the water, confusing a customer about which is the best or right deal for them.
Choosing a supplier that listens to your needs and not to the thump of your wallet is the only real differentiation, which is why Vodafone Premier Partner, Grapevine Telecom (one of only 20 in the UK) has launched its new Small Business Tariffs to aid entrepreneurs and small businesses alike.
"The tariffs centre on real business needs not confusing fancy extras" says, Paul Lappage of Grapevine. "Our tariffs offer free calls between up to 20 company mobiles and your office as well as free calls to other mobiles on current business price plans and flat rate international calls. With approximately 1.5 million qualifying customers, there is a likelihood that even your customers will be able to talk with you free of charge."
To make things even easier, Grapevine also offer you the option of a 'free call indication tone' so you know exactly what you will be charged for.
Not just for SME's, the tariffs also have real benefits for the sole trader and site worker by offering free calls to landlines within a monthly nominated area code, and with a three monthly tariff review, customers feel safe in the knowledge that they are getting everything they need and nothing that they don't. | 
