When the internet goes down, business stops.
For most companies, that means no phones, no payments, no productivity — and no patience.

That’s why 5G failover has become the new must-have in business continuity. But here’s the part few people talk about: there’s a big difference between DIY failover and a managed continuity solution.

Let’s break it down.

⚙️ The DIY Route — Control and Complexity

If you’re technically inclined (or have an in-house IT team), you can absolutely build your own failover setup.

A typical DIY configuration looks like this:

• A 5G modem or router (like a Cradlepoint or Peplink)
• A data-only SIM from Verizon, AT&T, or T-Mobile
• Some router configuration to handle WAN failover

When the main internet connection drops, traffic automatically switches to cellular. It’s reliable, flexible, and cost-effective — if you know what you’re doing.

But there’s the catch:
You have to manage the hardware, the SIM card, the firmware, and the network settings yourself.

For technical pros, no problem.
For everyone else, it’s one more thing that breaks when everything else is breaking.

🧠 The Managed Route — Simplicity and Confidence

For most small to mid-sized businesses, the better answer is a managed continuity solution — like FusionOne, a fully managed SD-WAN device that combines your current ISP with a built-in 5G backup.

It doesn’t just fail over when your primary line drops — it can actually bond both connections together, using your fiber and 5G at the same time to increase reliability every day.

You don’t touch a router.
You don’t manage a SIM card.
You just stay online.

🔒 Why It Matters

If your internet connection supports phones, payments, or anything cloud-based, even a few minutes of downtime can be costly.
A single cut fiber line can paralyze an office or restaurant.

The question isn’t “Do we need 5G backup?”
It’s “Do we want to manage it ourselves or let someone handle it for us?”

💬 Our Take

At TTSX, we see both sides.

If you’re a tech professional or MSP — DIY works.
If you’re a business that just needs everything to work, you want a managed continuity solution.

That’s what we deploy for our clients: enterprise-grade 5G-enabled SD-WAN that keeps you connected, secure, and confident — no matter what happens.