Internet service provider hSo has unveiled its new 'Ethernet pricing powertool' that enables channel partners to view quotes for a range of connection speeds, contract lengths and carriers, with just one request.
"Connectivity buyers are often unsure about their options and uncertain about how much bandwidth they can afford," commented Avner Peleg, hSo's Customer Development Director.
"hSo:compare MultiQuote addresses this problem by lifting the lid on Ethernet circuit availability and pricing. hSo's channel partners will now be able to see hundreds of connectivity options on one screen.
"This will make it simple for our partners to give appropriate advice and provide their customers with pricing."
When using the tool, users can click on any price to be shown details of the underlying carrier and alternative quotes based on using alternative carriers' circuits.
"Typically, channel partners just want our best price, so that's what our tool shows by default," said Peleg, "However, some partners' clients may prefer to use a different carrier, to improve network resilience or to increase the chances of meeting a challenging delivery timescale.
"Whatever the situation, hSo:compare MultiQuote gives partners the facts they need to accommodate clients' preferences and identify the most appropriate connectivity options, within seconds."
hSo:compare MultiQuote was created by hSo's in-house software development team. It builds upon an existing Ethernet pricing tool first introduced in 2009 that compares pricing from national carriers.