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The Real Cost of Poor Internet for Small Businesses

Every minute of downtime costs small businesses money, customers and credibility. Slow or unreliable internet can quietly erode productivity, frustrate employees and drive customers to competitors. 

In today’s digital economy, nearly 27% of business is conducted online, and e-commerce sales accounted for 16% of retail sales in the second quarter of 2024. Without fast, dependable connectivity, even strong leadership and great service can only take you so far. 

Discover how unreliable internet impacts your bottom line and why 100% fiber is crucial to your business success. Read the full article to explore the real cost of slow connections.

1. Prepaid Mastercard: Eligible orders of 2 Gig – 8 Gig may receive virtual $500 Prepaid Mastercard. Virtual card is issued by Pathward®, N.A., Member FDIC, pursuant to a license from Mastercard U.S.A. Inc. No cash access or recurring payments. Can be used where Debit Mastercard is accepted online, for phone/mail orders, or in stores that accept mobile wallet. Customers will be eligible to redeem the gift card 120 days after installation and must redeem it within 60 days of redemption eligibility. Once redeemed, the gift card will expire 180 days from the date of redemption, after which unused funds will be forfeited. Terms and conditions apply. Customer must be current on their bill and in good standing.

2. Taxes, fees, and surcharges are extra and subject to change at any time. Rates require purchase of listed services as described. Limited-time offer; subject to change or end without notice. Offer not valid with any other offer or promotion. Offer is only available to new business accounts in select Lumos markets where fiber is available. Downgrades from existing plans with Lumos will not qualify for discounts. Services are subject to all applicable service terms and conditions found at lumosfiber.com, subject to change at any time. Equipment and additional services are extra. Service not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. All rights reserved.

3. 100% Fiber Optic network not available in all areas. Internet speeds are up to the maximum advertised upload and download speed available based on a wired connection. Speeds may vary by location and are not guaranteed.

4. Wi-Fi included on orders of 100 Mbps – 8 Gig in select markets. Additional extenders may be needed for complete coverage; additional charges may apply.