Co-op’s 02 deal to cut costs across phone and broadband services

Wexford Farmers Co-Operative Society (WFC) has signed a contract with O2 to save costs across its fixed line, mobile phone and broadband data services.

The co-op has 11 outlets across Co Wexford. The company’s range of services to members includes property, retail outlets, filling stations, convenience stores, oil distribution and bio fuels.

The co-op’s IT manager Ray Phelan said: “Member service is our priority. So we needed a reliable, integrated communications system that includes mobile, fixed line, fixed broadband, managed WAN and a wireless leased line.

“We have 150 employees throughout the county who are now all connected through one, central system. We have been able to take advantage of the latest telecommunications technology from O2 which will enable us to reduce costs and boost additional services and customer service to our members.”

O2’s integrated voice and data offering has enabled the co-op to obtain greater management of its infrastructure.