Brewing Success with JW Lees

Customer Challenge

JW Lees, like many UK breweries, navigated tough waters during the cost of living crisis and the pandemic. These obstacles caused a drop in foot traffic, impacting businesses' turnover and revenue. To turn the tide and boost visitor numbers, offering ultrafast, reliable internet became essential. Adding to the challenge, JW Lees' hotels and pubs are spread across remote locations, with three hotels and eight pubs in isolated spots, leading to frequent communication hurdles. But JW Lees was resolute: no matter how remote, their commitment to high-quality, speedy internet remained unwavering. Each venue - whether a luxury hotel or a cosy pub - had its own unique needs, demanding bespoke internet solutions. Managing these varied requirements from their base in Middleton was another challenge.

Customer Goal

JW Lees aimed to expand their estate of pubs and hotels across Manchester, boosting customer footfall and increasing both their locations and overall revenue.

They sought to integrate cutting-edge technologies into their businesses. This included the implementation of iPad tills, card machines, and top-tier guest Wi-Fi to enhance the customer experience. Additionally, they wanted to scale their internet connectivity to ensure each location had optimal performance tailored to its size.

A key objective was also to establish an MPLS Cloud, enabling seamless remote access to all sites from their headquarters in Middleton.

Our Solution

M247’s expertise has enabled JW Lees to build a robust, security-led connectivity infrastructure that is not only resilient and future-proof but also highly cost-effective. By leveraging M247’s multi-technology approach – encompassing Radio, Fibre Leased Lines, SoGEA, and FTTP, all secured within an MPLS network – JW Lees has safeguarded their operations from potential downtime and data breaches, ensuring business continuity at all times.

The Results

For over eight years, M247 has been a trusted partner for JW Lees, playing a pivotal role in transforming their digital infrastructure. By delivering tailored solutions that ensure the seamless integration and security of data across their entire business, M247 has helped JW Lees maintain a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving industry. This collaboration has also led to significant financial benefits for JW Lees.

By optimising their connectivity and security measures, JW Lees has realised substantial cost savings. These savings have been reinvested into the business, further supporting their growth and innovation initiatives. M247’s solutions have provided JW Lees with the peace of mind that comes with knowing their data is secure and their operations are protected from disruption, allowing them to focus on what they do best: delivering quality products and services to their customers.