In a recent article, we explored how 5G connectivity is helping retailers stay online keeping payments flowing, operations running, and customer experiences uninterrupted when fixed-line connections fail. But resilience is just the starting point. As retailers stabilise connectivity with 5G, the opportunity shifts from simply staying online to building smarter, faster, and more adaptive retail environments. From Backup to Business Enabler Failover connectivity was once viewed

In today’s retail landscape, connectivity is no longer just part of the infrastructure — it is the infrastructure. From processing transactions to enabling digital experiences, modern retail environments depend on reliable, always-on connectivity. When networks fail, the impact is immediate — affecting revenue, operations, and customer experience all at once. As a result, retailers are increasingly prioritising resilience as a core part of their connectivity strategy. The Gro

When deploying public WiFi, IoT infrastructure, or smart connectivity solutions, one question always comes up: “Which mobile network works best at this site?” For years, installers and network engineers have relied on signal strength measurements or manual testing to try and answer that question. However, in modern 4G and 5G environments, signal strength alone doesn’t tell the full story. A new capability from Robustel aims to change that. Introducing Site Survey in Smart Roa

In February 2026, the NSPCC published a major new briefing: The Impact of Harmful Online Content on Children . Drawing on real Childline counselling sessions and NSPCC Helpline contacts, the report provides powerful insight into what children and young people are experiencing online today — and the emotional impact it is having. The findings are clear. Harmful online content is not an occasional issue — it is a daily reality for many children. Harmful Online Content - the Sca

The Friendly WiFi  team will be at Connected Britain  this week at London ExCeL (Wednesday & Thursday), and we’d love the opportunity to...

Friendly WiFi is delighted to welcome Calix as the newest member of its Approved Partner Programme. Calix is the only company delivering...

We are thrilled to announce that leading networking technology provider Zyxel Networks has taken the step to become an Approved Partner...

Recent reports have highlighted a sharp rise in VPN usage across the UK, coinciding with the enforcement of age verification requirements...

Ofcom has today released its second Online Safety Industry Bulletin, marking a significant milestone in the UK's commitment to creating a...

In today’s always-connected world, ensuring the safety of public WiFi is more important than ever. With the introduction of the Online...