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• August 29, 2025
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In a world where businesses depend on uninterrupted connectivity, a single broadband line is no longer enough. Downtime doesn’t just mean frustration it means lost revenue, missed opportunities, and damaged reputation. That’s why at WestNetworks, we offer a uniquely resilient solution that leverages both BT Wholesale and Vodafone’s national networks delivered over Openreach infrastructure using SOGEA or Full Fibre (FTTP).

Why Network Redundancy Matters More Than Ever

If your business relies on cloud services, VoIP phones, card payments, remote access, or video conferencing, even a few minutes of downtime can be disruptive. Most standard broadband setups rely on a single ISP and a single backbone route. If that connection fails whether due to a local fault, an upstream issue, or a provider-level outage you’re offline until it’s resolved. WestNetworks’ dual-network approach eliminates that single point of failure.

The Power of Two: BT Wholesale and Vodafone Together

By integrating both BT Wholesale and Vodafone backhaul networks into our broadband service, we create a truly resilient internet experience. Here’s how it works:

• Shared Openreach Infrastructure: Both connections use Openreach’s nationwide fibre infrastructure, available almost everywhere in the UK. That means high availability, no extra build costs, and widespread coverage.
• Two Separate Carrier Networks: While the physical fibre might be the same, traffic is routed independently through BT Wholesale and Vodafone’s core networks. A failure in one doesn’t impact the other.
• Automatic Failover: Our routers are pre-configured to detect downtime and automatically switch traffic to the backup connection usually within seconds. Your business stays online without you lifting a finger.

Choose SOGEA or FTTP – We Make It Work for You

Whether your area is served by SOGEA (Single Order Generic Ethernet Access) or the faster FTTP (Full Fibre to the Premises), our system supports both. FTTP delivers ultra-fast speeds with the lowest latency, perfect for high-bandwidth users. SOGEA, meanwhile, offers excellent stability and performance without needing a phone line. In either case, we can layer BT Wholesale on one service and Vodafone on the other or even deliver both over separate FTTP circuits for total physical and network-layer redundancy.

Built for Modern Businesses

This setup is ideal for:

• Retail & hospitality – where taking payments and managing online bookings is mission-critical.
• Offices & call centres – where phone systems, CRM platforms, and team communications rely on solid connectivity.
• Remote teams & hybrid working – where a stable VPN or Microsoft 365 connection is the lifeline for productivity.
• Online stores – where uptime means customer trust and uninterrupted sales.

No Complexity, Just Confidence

At WestNetworks, we handle everything from pre-install surveys to equipment setup and ongoing support. You get enterprise-grade resilience without enterprise-grade hassle or cost.