Advizex Modernizes Technology Infrastructure

The Team

Aaron Harold, Jared Sullivan, Christin Smith, C.R. Howdyshell, Craig Ottaviani

The Problem

A leading North American retailer specializing in fragranced goods, with more than 1,800 stores across the U.S. and Canada, had become reliant on outdated Cisco technology infrastructure. Productivity was declining, maintenance costs were increasing, and innovation was stifled due to legacy system limitations and systemic inefficiencies.

Over time, dependence on legacy systems led to significant operational slowdowns and complexity. The organization resorted to temporary fixes and patchwork updates, making the environment inefficient, difficult to scale, and costly to maintain.

The Solution

The retailer replaced its outdated infrastructure with a modern Arista environment. Advizex facilitated a smooth transition by bundling Arista’s networking hardware and software into a modern, cloud-based solution with flexible pricing and payment terms.

Built on a software-defined, cloud-native architecture, Arista offered high performance, low latency, and robust automation. This provided the ideal platform for streamlining operations and scaling infrastructure effectively.

The Implementation

The retailer managed implementation internally, supported by Advizex’s expertise and commitment to open standards. The result was a seamless execution that enabled agile, secure networks across cloud, enterprise, and data center environments.

The Impact

The transformation yielded major benefits:

1. Scalable and Reliable Network Infrastructure – Improved performance and uptime for both online and in-store operations.

2. Enhanced E-Commerce Performance – Low latency ensured smoother customer experiences during high-traffic periods.

3. Automation and Operational Efficiency – Centralized management and analytics through CloudVision.4. Security and Compliance – Zero-trust features protected data and ensured regulatory compliance.

5. Hybrid Cloud Integration – Seamless connectivity between on-premises and cloud applications.

6. Retail Analytics and IoT Readiness – Enabled in-store innovation through edge computing and smart sensors.

The Conclusion

With Arista technology and Advizex support, the retailer established a fast, secure, and scalable digital foundation. This infrastructure is critical for performance today and sets the stage for growth, engagement, and customer loyalty into the future.