Cumberland Farms to Overhaul Data Network in 500+ Locations
Approximately 500 Cumberland Farms locations across the United States are to receive a data networking upgrade through a recent contract with the satellite networking solutions provider, Spacenet Inc. The new network combines common carrier and satellite technologies to support advanced applications and ensure business continuity.
Spacenet is deploying a hybrid VSAT and DSL/Cable/EV-DO network that provides optimized support for Cumberland Farms' expanding retail applications. Satellite networks combined with wireline services provide cost-effective redundant communications and a diverse network path to protect against network downtime. Spacenet is upgrading Cumberland Farms' existing VSAT network to the industry-leading SkyEdge VSAT platform for faster speeds and advanced functionality. The network supports improved performance for web-based and back-office applications including credit/debit card authorization, POS polling, HR software and inventory tracking.
Spacenet is deploying a hybrid VSAT and DSL/Cable/EV-DO network that provides optimized support for Cumberland Farms' expanding retail applications. Satellite networks combined with wireline services provide cost-effective redundant communications and a diverse network path to protect against network downtime. Spacenet is upgrading Cumberland Farms' existing VSAT network to the industry-leading SkyEdge VSAT platform for faster speeds and advanced functionality. The network supports improved performance for web-based and back-office applications including credit/debit card authorization, POS polling, HR software and inventory tracking.
"Cumberland Farms is committed to providing our customers value, convenience and unparalleled service through our network of retail stores, gas stations, and distribution operations," says Cumberland Farms VP of information technology John Carroll. "Having a reliable and efficient network infrastructure is critical for enabling us to achieve these goals. The upgraded satellite and hybrid network provides a simplified single platform solution, faster speeds for web-based applications, automatic and reliable network backup, and near 99.9% network availability, ultimately helping us better serve our customers at each location."