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Overcome the 25% Tariff Hurdle: Create New Recurring Revenue for Your Managed IT, VoIP, and IoT Business
The new 25% tariff rate imposed by the U.S. on Canadian imports is set to disrupt businesses that rely on cross-border trade. If you're in the Managed IT Services, VoIP, Security Surveillance, or IoT industry and depend on U.S.-sourced hardware and services, this tariff could cut into your margins, delay shipments, and create major obstacles in your business operations.
Instead of seeing this as a roadblock, treat it as a chance to future-proof your business by launching a new, recurring revenue stream—by becoming an Internet Service Provider (ISP) for your customers
Why This Tariff Will Impact Your Business
For businesses that rely on hardware imports, network equipment, VoIP services, or surveillance systems, the increased costs from this tariff will make it harder to stay competitive. Shipping delays and rising prices will hurt both your bottom line and your ability to serve customers efficiently.
Rather than waiting for conditions to improve, now is the time to pivot and secure your business’s future.
The Opportunity: Become a One-Stop Shop for Your Customers
As a Managed IT Service Provider, Telephony Services Company, or Security and Surveillance Provider, your customers already trust you with their technology needs. By offering Internet service alongside your existing services, you can create a stable, high-margin, recurring revenue stream without major investments.
Here’s why this move makes sense:
✅ You already have the knowledge – You understand networks, infrastructure, and customer needs.
✅ You don’t need to hire a new team – Your existing staff can handle the transition with proper training.
✅ It’s a value-add for customers – You provide a complete solution, reducing their need to deal with multiple vendors.
✅ You gain financial stability – Internet services generate predictable, long-term recurring revenue.
How to get started
1. Get Training & Guidance – At Wireless Netware, we offer workshops and training courses to help you transition into the ISP business. Whether you need technical knowledge, business guidance, or regulatory compliance support, we’ve got you covered.
2. Register Your Own IP Address Block – We can assist you with ARIN registration to obtain your IPv4 and IPv6 address blocks, so you can offer public IPs to your customers. This is a valuable asset that adds credibility and control to your ISP business.
3. Use Cost-Effective Hardware – With MikroTik products, you can deploy reliable, low-cost networking hardware for your customers, reducing your capital expenses while maintaining performance and scalability.
4. Launch Your Service – Start small by offering internet to your existing customers, bundle it with your current services, and scale up as demand grows.
Support Canadian Businesses & Stay Competitive
This 25% tariff is a wake-up call for Canadian businesses to support each other and reduce reliance on the Amercian market. By entering the ISP industry, you are safeguarding your business against tariff-related disruptions, creating long-term stability, generating steady revenue, and strengthening Canada’s tech ecosystem.
We’re here to help. Join our workshops and training at Wireless Netware to learn how to successfully launch your ISP service.
Let’s work together to build a stronger and more independent future for Canadian businesses.
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The Canadian dollar's exchange rate spike (1.5130) has made U.S. imports 8-10% more expensive. At MikroTik Canada, we are committed to helping Canadian businesses reduce costs with up to 10% off MikroTik hardware, 30% off consulting, and unbeatable FortiGate pricing. Learn how our white-labeling, pre-configured devices, and cost-saving solutions can help your business stay competitive.