Retailers today are under constant pressure to innovate and meet evolving consumer expectations, from seamless omnichannel experiences to AI-driven personalization and smart inventory management. But with frequent technology refresh cycles, strict PCI compliance, and the complexity of multisite deployments, rolling out new tech can strain internal IT resources and slow down transformation.
To stay competitive, retailers need smarter deployment strategies that align with speed, compliance, and scalability — without overwhelming their teams or disrupting operations. CDW helps retailers meet that challenge with tailored deployment services that streamline the process from planning to store-level execution.
The Four Core Challenges Retailers Face
- Frequent Refresh Cycles
Retailers often upgrade tech every 3 years. Without proper execution, these upgrades risk downtime, inefficiencies, and customer dissatisfaction. - PCI Compliance Requirements
Safeguarding payment data isn’t optional. PCI mandates strict standards across hardware, software, and processes — and mistakes can lead to major fines or reputational harm. - Multisite Complexity
Coordinating rollouts across dozens or hundreds of stores can create scheduling conflicts, disrupt business operations, and overload internal teams. - Limited Internal Bandwidth
IT teams focused on day-to-day operations can’t always absorb the extra workload from large-scale tech rollouts, risking delays and inconsistent execution.
Smarter Deployment With CDW: From Strategy to Store
Retailers that partner with CDW gain access to deployment strategies built to scale — without the chaos.
- Tailored Configurations
Custom imaging, BIOS updates, and hardware integration ensure devices arrive ready to go. Preconfigured systems reduce setup time and eliminate on-site troubleshooting. - Seamless Multisite Coordination
CDW’s Smart Hands services offer full project management with a single point of contact — from store communication and carrier coordination to “store-in-a-box” delivery and managed services handoff. - Scalable Rollouts at Your Pace
Whether deploying to 10 or 1,000 stores, CDW offers flexible scheduling, pilot testing, and nationwide technician resources to scale smoothly. - Built-in PCI Compliance
Specialists ensure secure infrastructure for payments, encrypted data flows, and adherence to PCI standards at every step. - Custom Packaging & Logistics
CDW configures, assembles, and ships fully integrated racks or boxed kits, eliminating delays and reducing internal setup effort.