Connectivity between store locations and data centers now supports much more than digital payments and internet access. Data collection must span operations to deliver the benefits of advanced analytics and support application availability. A reliable in-store retail customer experience frequently depends on WiFi and backups with 4G and 5G wireless technologies to help prevent disruptions to internet access. Bandwidth must scale to support in-store digital solutions like kiosks, tablets, POS systems and inventory devices. Smart cameras and sensors offer video analytics to reveal customer behaviors such as foot traffic patterns. All of this must be secured to protect customer privacy and transaction data in compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS).