Accel Networks (News - Alert), a provider of managed fixed wireless broadband services, and Sierra Wireless have formed a joint marketing agreement to promote secure, reliable cellular solutions for customers deploying retail transaction and networking applications. This agreement formalizes a relationship that enabled Accel to deploy PCI (News - Alert)-compliant cellular fixed wireless solutions for primary and back-up connectivity.

The combination of Accel’s proprietary antenna technology and monitoring platforms with Sierra’s intelligent wireless gateways and routers makes cellular fixed wireless an effective enterprise-wide solution for mission-critical applications. It enables enterprise customers to expand into areas where wired broadband connections are not available or not practical.  

“We are extremely pleased to have been selected by Accel Networks as the preferred connectivity device for its managed network solution,” said Justin Schmid, vice president of marketing and business development, solutions and services for Sierra Wireless (News - Alert). “This relationship facilitates a turn-key solution for wireless payment and business continuity applications, which is vital for the growth of the M2M business.”