Petroleum retailers and convenience store operators will reportedly need fewer phone lines, and will enjoy greater security and faster connectivity as a result of the new partnership between Gilbarco and Cybera.

This partnership is targeted primarily for retailers who currently do not have broadband infrastructure in place or are looking to transform their existing network connectivity into a single, proven and affordable solution.

With its SmartNetwork family of networking solutions, tailored specifically to meet Gilbarco customers’ needs, Cybera reportedly eliminates the need for multiple phone lines to support voice, payment networks, the Applause media system, security cameras, ATMs, Gilbarco help desk remote support or Internet.

Gilbarco products, including the Passport point of sale system with Version-8 software and higher, the Applause media system, and Smart Connect, will consolidate communication through a network solution from Cybera. Additionally, the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliant network solutions from Cybera are expected to improve speed and protect data from viruses, worms and malicious attacks.