Galp Energia modernises IT infrastructure with Logicalis and Cisco

Global, Oct 11, 2023

Galp Energia, a multinational energy company operating 1,500 service stations across Iberia, partnered with Logicalis, Cisco, and Vodafone to modernise its outdated network infrastructure. The goal: enable digital transformation, improve customer experience, and support future innovation.

Key drivers included:

  • Customer Experience: Enable real-time analytics and in-store engagement through reliable Wi-Fi and cloud connectivity.
  • Operational Efficiency: Centralised network management and segmentation for staff and guest usage.
  • Scalability & Resilience: A flexible SD-WAN architecture to support future technologies like AI, cashless payments, and cybersecurity enhancements.

The €10M+ project deployed Cisco SD-WAN and Wi-Fi 6 across 1,200+ sites, with Logicalis Portugal leading implementation. Despite pandemic-related challenges, the rollout was completed on time and under budget. The result is a secure, cloud-ready platform that has already delivered cost savings, improved visibility, and enhanced service delivery across Galp’s retail network.

Key benefits

  • Modernised Infrastructure
    Replaced outdated systems with a secure, cloud-ready SD-WAN and Wi-Fi 6 solution across 1,200+ service stations.
  • Enhanced Customer Experience
    Enabled real-time analytics and reliable Wi-Fi to support in-store engagement and improve service delivery.
  • Operational Efficiency
    Centralised network management via Cisco SD-WAN vManage and DNA Center reduced the need for on-site IT support.
  • Scalability & Flexibility
    The new architecture supports future innovations like AI, cashless payments, and advanced cybersecurity.
  • Improved Security
    Integrated next-gen firewalls, VPNs, and localised traffic control to protect data and ensure compliance.

Key outcomes

  • On-Time, Under-Budget Delivery
    Despite pandemic-related challenges, the project was completed within budget and schedule.
  • Cost Savings
    Reduced reliance on MPLS circuits and improved bandwidth efficiency.
  • Increased Resilience
    Doubled connection capacity and improved uptime across service stations.
  • Data-Driven Insights
    Gained visibility into customer behaviour and network performance, enabling smarter business decisions.
  • Future-Ready Platform
    Positioned Galp for continued digital transformation and innovation across its retail network.

This transformation positions Galp as a digital-first energy leader, with a scalable foundation for continued innovation.

Read the full case study written by Galp Energia.

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