Target connects
nearly 2,000 stores
and distribution
centers seamlessly
and securely.

Challenge

Target’s networking situation didn’t support its vision of a more connected retail experience.

Multiple service providers with separate and dated networks
Network speeds limited team members’ productivity
Needed to seamlessly integrate digital and store channels

Solution

Target handed day-to-day network operations over to Verizon and focused on improving its employees’ and guests’ experiences.

Installed new fiber-optic cables to nearly all Target stores, plus an LTE backup within a 14-month period
Provided secure, simple and scalable connectivity
Seamlessly connected guests, team members and networks

Outcome

With a single service provider for all its networking, Target could connect locations and use mobility to boost employee productivity.

Improved customer check-out speed and reliability
Tripled Wi-Fi bandwidth in stores, providing guests with faster downloads and better response time via Guest Wi-Fi
Empowered team members to spend more time with guests by improving mobile smart device performance
Delivered enhanced network in nearly half the time scheduled, meeting the 2017 holiday shopping season
Increased network expertise with our staff, which manages 4,000+ customer networks

How we built the solution.

Next Gen Network

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Private IP

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Managed Network Services

The growing demands of your network can be daunting. We can help you stay focused on your critical goals by managing the day-to-day tasks required to keep your network secure, agile and scalable.

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