Revamping Commerce with Networking, Flexibility, and Forward-Thinking Strategies
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, legacy systems, fragmented networks, and disparate technologies often create inefficiencies and limit growth. However, the right technology, implemented thoughtfully, can transform these challenges into opportunities.
Lori Thomas, Senior Vice President of Strategic Engagement and Transformation at MetTel, emphasizes the importance of technology solutions that align with business objectives and cultural values. She highlights several examples that help businesses modernize operations while maintaining agility, reliability, and scalability.
One such solution is 5G network slicing. This technology enables the creation of multiple virtual networks on a single physical 5G infrastructure. This functionality can be extended to edge devices like laptops and tablets, enhancing agility and tailored connectivity for critical applications. Private 5G networks combined with macro network capabilities offer secure and reliable connectivity with flexibility for various applications.
A global luxury brand implemented a unified communications platform to modernize its voice and communication systems. Break-fix processes were optimized to ensure replacements arrived within 48 hours, minimizing downtime. Partnering with a trusted provider enables access to expertise, resources, and tailored solutions that drive success.
Businesses are facing challenges in modernizing operations while maintaining agility, reliability, and scalability. Pilot programs and phased rollouts can help ease transitions and build confidence among stakeholders. For instance, a North American beverage company aimed to streamline mobility for delivery drivers and scale IoT-enabled smart devices for customers. The client utilized eSIM technology to simplify device activation and deployment for its delivery drivers.
An energy infrastructure giant consolidated IoT vendors, streamlined device management, and integrated satellite connectivity using Starlink technology. An international restaurant chain overhauled its network infrastructure with SD-WAN and Cloud Firewall solution for reliable connectivity, cybersecurity, and redundancy.
Customer and employee expectations demand seamless experiences, real-time data, and always-on connectivity. Listening to user feedback ensures smoother adoption and better outcomes. Investing in scalable, flexible solutions ensures preparedness for future technological changes.
These examples underscore the potential of technology solutions to drive business growth and efficiency. As we move forward, businesses will continue to seek innovative ways to modernize their operations while maintaining the agility, reliability, and scalability necessary for success in the digital age.
(Note: Forbes Business Development Council is an invitation-only community for sales and business development executives.)
References: [1] MetTel. (n.d.). Modernizing Operations with 5G Network Slicing and Private 5G Networks. Retrieved from https://www.mettel.net/resources/modernizing-operations-with-5g-network-slicing-and-private-5g-networks/
Lori Thomas, a member of the Forbes Business Development Council, discusses the significance of technology solutions that align with business objectives and cultural values, emphasizing their potential to modernize operations while ensuring agility, reliability, and scalability. For example, the global luxury brand that implemented a unified communications platform showcases how these solutions can optimize break-fix processes, minimize downtime, and partner with trusted providers for access to expertise and tailored solutions.
In the world of finance, FinTech companies like Lori Thomas's MetTel are helping businesses navigate the complexities of the ever-changing financial industry through innovative technology solutions. As more businesses look to modernize and adapt to the digital age, partnerships with industry players like Lori Thomas will become increasingly important to ensure success.
