Companies rely on technology to do business in today's complex and digital marketplace. Although technology has streamlined many business tasks, reliance on technology can become a burden when the costs of managing a network of computers, cell phones, and tablets continues to rise.

Here are four simple things that you can do to help reduce your network management costs without compromising performance in the future. 

1. Identify bottlenecks in your network.

Experiencing communication delays can be devastating to a company's bottom line. While you don't want your company to be without access to vital network connections, throwing money at performance problems by increasing bandwidth may not be a great solution.

Taking the time to identify the bottlenecks in your network will allow you to address the root of your performance problems, and resolve these problems in order to help your network run more efficiently. 

2. Consider investing in virtualization.

Another simple way to reduce your network management costs is by consolidating the physical infrastructure of your network. This process, commonly referred to as virtualization, allows you to create a network switch that is capable of performing multiple tasks at once.

Improving the effectiveness of your network switch allows you to eliminate administrative appliances from your network, reducing overhead costs like your electric bill and maintenance costs.

3. Maximize the use of your existing infrastructure.

Many companies think that they need to completely overhaul their network infrastructure in order to take advantage of mobility technology and other wireless options. You may be surprised to find that your existing infrastructure can be paired with various overlay technologies to help you meet your communication needs.

By configuring your existing infrastructure to perform more efficiently, you can eliminate the cost of setting up a new network and keep your network management costs at a minimum.

4. Examine the cost of your network services.

The vendors that you rely on to provide accessibility through your network can contribute to the rising cost of network management. Be sure to examine the cost of your network services on a regular basis, and determine where cutbacks can be made.

You may be able to bundle services for a discount or switch to a new vendor that is willing to offer the same services at a reduced rate.

Finding ways to reduce your network management costs allows you to utilize your company's devices more efficiently and increase the overall profitability of your company in the future.