Retailers traditionally used broadband in the office for email and web surfing but as technology has advanced so have their requirements.
Developments in technology
International retailers have upgraded their broadband connections to complex MPLS data networks to allow for financial transactions to be processed securely and quickly using transaction processing houses. National retailers such as corner shops chains have followed suit and bars and restaurant chains have taken this a step further introducing EpoS streaming video to create atmosphere or to display point of sale advertising. Leading fashion retailers are rolling out ERP systems to manage collect, store and interpret data from product planning, marketing and sales and inventory management.
Government voucher scheme
Retailers in eligible areas are taking advantage of the government's voucher scheme to upgrade Internet connectivity from broadband to superfast fibre broadband and the more secure fibre Ethernet. The scheme has recently doubled in size and eligible retailers are benefitting from six month’s free fibre broadband.
Benefits of faster connectivity
By upgrading to faster, more reliable connectivity retailers have been able to support site sales with online sales by launching websites and home delivery services. With more reliable connectivity marketing staff have been able to access content management and analysis software to manage online content and report on success. Faster, more secure connectivity opens the door to cloud-hosted applications such as accounting packages, telephony and business management software like ERP.
Looking for more information?
If you are a retailer looking to upgrade your connectivity but are not sure where to start, contact Jola. We have experience selling fibre broadband, fibre Ethernet and leased circuits from multiple carriers and can advise you on the best products and prices for your location, as well as if a government voucher is available.
Reseller connectivity pricing tool
If you are a supplier looking to help your retailers upgrade their connectivity request access to our multi-carrier quoting tool and receive both dealer and reseller pricing options.
