Connect each store to multiple links
A ReFleX-Edge appliance connects the store to the available links, such as broadband and 4G/5G.
How it works in Retail
Monitor link quality
ReFleX-Edge continuously measures round-trip time, jitter and packet loss on each link.
Move traffic and track store health
Traffic moves away from links that fail or degrade, and network teams can see stores running with fewer healthy links in the Guider console.
Why it matters
Benefits for retailers
Maintain store operations
Keep billing and stock lookups running when at least one healthy link remains.
Reduce single-provider dependency
Add a cellular path that can remain available when the wired connection fails.
Respond to link degradation
Address unstable connections before they become complete outages, subject to configured policies.
Improve network visibility
Identify stores operating with reduced connectivity through the Guider console.
Use Cases
One secure network.
01
Fibre Cut During a Peak Shopping Period
Scenario
A fibre connection serving a busy mall store is cut during maintenance work.
Three store-side problems.
ReFleX WAN shifts traffic to the available 4G/5G link.
Outcome
Billing and stock lookups can continue while the primary connection is restored.
02
Unstable Broadband During Peak Hours
Scenario
A store’s broadband remains connected but experiences packet loss and jitter during evening shopping hours.
Three store-side problems.
ReFleX WAN monitors link quality and can move traffic to a second link when configured policy thresholds are exceeded.
Outcome
The store is less likely to be affected by an unstable connection before it becomes a complete outage, subject to configured policies.
03
Broadband Provider Outage Across Multiple Stores
Scenario
Several stores in the same city rely on one broadband provider, and that provider experiences an outage.
Three store-side problems.
Stores equipped with an available cellular connection can continue using the healthy path.
Outcome
Affected stores can keep operating, and network teams can see which stores are running with fewer healthy links through Guider.
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Move branches and ATMs off costly MPLS links to secure, centrally managed connectivity, with ReFleX WAN keeping banking traffic prioritised.
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Move branches and ATMs off costly MPLS links to secure, centrally managed connectivity, with ReFleX WAN keeping banking traffic prioritised.
Read the full solution →How it works in Retail
Identify connectivity needs
New, relocated or expanding stores need connectivity without waiting for lengthy MPLS circuit deployments.
Connect with available links
Stores use available options, including broadband and 4G/5G. With zero-touch provisioning, a ReFleX-Edge appliance retrieves its configuration when powered on.
Manage centrally and migrate in phases
Apply consistent configurations and policies from Guider, and transition selected stores away from MPLS while retaining existing circuits where required.
Why it matters
Benefits for retailers
Accelerate store openings
Use available broadband or cellular connectivity instead of waiting for an MPLS circuit.
Connect hard-to-reach locations
Use 4G/5G where wired connectivity is limited or delayed.
Centralise network management
Apply consistent configurations and policies across stores from Guider.
Support phased MPLS migration
Transition stores at a pace that suits operational requirements.
Use Cases
One secure network.
01
Opening Stores in Smaller Towns
Scenario
A retail chain plans to open stores in locations where wired circuits take time to deploy.
Three store-side problems.
ReFleX WAN enables the store to start with available 4G/5G connectivity and add broadband when it becomes available.
Outcome
The store can open without waiting for a wired circuit.
02
Phased Migration Away from MPLS
Scenario
A retailer wants to retain MPLS at selected large sites while moving smaller stores to broadband and 4G/5G.
Three store-side problems.
ReFleX WAN supports a phased approach, allowing the business to transition locations according to its requirements.
Outcome
The retailer can migrate at its own pace while keeping existing circuits where they are still needed.
03
Adding Capacity for Online Order Pickup
Scenario
A store introduces online order pickup, increasing demand on its existing connection.
Three store-side problems.
ReFleX WAN can combine supported links to increase available capacity, subject to the configured deployment and traffic-steering policy.
Outcome
The store gains additional available capacity for the new workload without relying on a single link.
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Go Deeper
See how Web Protection works
Move branches and ATMs off costly MPLS links to secure, centrally managed connectivity, with ReFleX WAN keeping banking traffic prioritised.
Read the full solution →Logistics
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Let’s see how COSGrid keeps hubs, fleets, and field teams securely connected, with full visibility into who is accessing what.
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See how Web Protection Control
Filter risky sites and malicious downloads for every branch and remote employee, with SecureWebAccess enforcing the bank’s web policy.
Read the full solution →How it works in Retail
Define store-group policies
Retail IT teams centrally define which website categories, applications and domains each store group can access.
Check requests on the device
The COSGrid endpoint agent checks each request against policy on the device. Known malicious and phishing categories are blocked by default.
Block, explain and review
Blocked requests can display a page explaining the restriction, and web activity can be reviewed through supported log-export integrations.
Why it matters
Benefits for retailers
Protect shared store PCs
Apply centrally managed web policies without deploying a web-filtering appliance at every store.
Apply group-based policies
Set different access rules for store employees, area managers and head-office teams.
Maintain local enforcement
The endpoint agent continues enforcing its last received policy when the store temporarily loses contact with head office.
Improve security visibility
Review web activity using supported log-export destinations such as Splunk, Elasticsearch or CEF-compatible tools.
Use Cases
One secure network.
01
Phishing Attempt on a Shared Store PC
Scenario
A shift manager opens an email containing a link to a fake supplier portal.
Three store-side problems.
SecureWebAccess checks the website hostname against policy and blocks the phishing destination.
Outcome
The event is recorded against the user and device, giving IT a trail to review.
02
Area Managers Working Across Locations
Scenario
Area managers use their laptops in stores, regional offices, at home and on hotel Wi-Fi.
Three store-side problems.
Endpoint web policies are enforced on the device through the COSGrid endpoint agent, wherever the laptop is connected.
Outcome
Website restrictions stay consistent across all of these locations.
03
Restricting Shared PCs to Business Websites
Scenario
A retailer wants store PCs to be used for supplier portals, HR self-service and head-office email rather than streaming or personal browsing.
Three store-side problems.
IT configures a store-group policy using website categories, applications, domains and custom lists.
Outcome
Store PCs are limited to approved business websites according to policy.
Keep Exploring
Go Deeper
See how Web Protection Control
Filter risky sites and malicious downloads for every branch and remote employee, with SecureWebAccess enforcing the bank’s web policy.
Read the full solution →Logistics
See how COSGrid provides solutions for Logistics
Let’s see how COSGrid keeps hubs, fleets, and field teams securely connected, with full visibility into who is accessing what.
Explore the Industry →The Next Solution
See how MPLS Migration Control
Move branches and ATMs off costly MPLS links to secure, centrally managed connectivity, with ReFleX WAN keeping banking traffic prioritised.
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