Until recently, many brands have seen PCI compliance as just a buzzword. However, with the influx of security breaches within the restaurant and hospitality industries, hesitation among corporate brands has been replaced with a sense of urgency to protect franchisees and their customers. “PCI compliance has really come to the forefront,” said Kerry Newell, Senior Manager of POS at McAlister’s Corporation.
Originally using BHI SecureConnect® for firewall and Wi-Fi Hotspot services only, McAlister’s has reevaluated its needs and is implementing a customized PCI compliance solution from BHI SecureConnect® in both its corporate and franchise restaurants. “In the past, we set up our own Wi-Fi and firewall in the restaurants but it has become too much to manage,” Newell said. By setting an example and getting corporate stores compliant first, the brand feels they will be better prepared to point franchisees in the right direction.
“SecureConnect® has been great for us. Going forward, we expect it will be just as good for our PCI compliance needs as well,” Newell added. More.
