Inovi Tel
How a South African ISP automated 57 hotspot deployments across Limpopo and turned Wi-Fi logins into a lead generation channel.
Who Is Inovi Tel?
Inovi Tel (Pty) Ltd is a South African connectivity provider that delivers wireless internet to homes and businesses, bespoke voice solutions, international voice at local rates, fibre to business, and custom digital process management solutions. Operating across South Africa, they combine infrastructure-grade connectivity with a commitment to bringing affordable, high-speed internet to underserved communities including a dedicated township Wi-Fi rollout in Limpopo.
Connectivity and Digital Services Inovi Tel Offers
Network Equipment Inovi Tel Uses to Run 57 Hotspots
Inovi Tel runs MikroTik as the primary router across all hotspot deployments, paired with Cambium Networks, Cudy, and Ruckus access points. The multi-vendor AP stack gives them flexibility across different site environments, while MikroTik handles core routing and RADIUS integration with Powerlynx, enabling automated setup and centralized control at every location.
How Inovi Tel Monetizes Wi-Fi Hotspots in Limpopo
Inovi Tel runs two revenue streams through their hotspot network. Prepaid voucher sales provide direct Wi-Fi access revenue — customers purchase small vouchers for immediate connectivity. Also the login splash page is used to run marketing campaigns, capturing leads for new products and services launching in each coverage area.
Challenges Inovi Tel Faced Before Powerlynx
Manual voucher creation – every voucher had to be generated by hand with no automation.
Manual AP management – adding and managing hotspot access points required direct intervention on each device with no centralized control.
No automated AP onboarding – spinning up a new hotspot site meant manually configuring each AP from scratch.
No marketing capability – there was no way to promote new services or engage users at login.
What Changed for Inovi Tel After Deploying Powerlynx
Automated Setup
Powerlynx automates hotspot configuration on Inovi Tel’s MikroTik routers, reducing manual work.
Real-Time Monitoring
Live dashboards allow Inovi Tel to monitor user activity and hotspot performance in real time.
Automated Voucher Management
Automated voucher creation and payment processing simplify user access.
Customizable Splash Pages
Easy splash page setup allows Inovi Tel to align login experiences with brand standards and marketing needs.
Centralized Network Control
Powerlynx gives Inovi Tel full visibility and control of its hotspot network from a single platform.
Scalable Hotspot Management
Inovi Tel can quickly add hotspots, expanding coverage with minimal management.
Features Inovi Tel Relies On Every Day
Real-Time Dashboard
Inovi Tel can monitor online customers to ensure hotspots are functioning properly.
Campaign Management
Inovi Tel runs targeted campaigns to promote new products and services.
Integrated Payments
Inovi Tel manages vouchers and payments easily through the integrated payment gateway.
Before Powerlynx
- Manual voucher creation and hotspot management was slow and inefficient.
- No automation for adding new access points.
- Limited ability to run marketing campaigns.
With Powerlynx
- Hotspot setup and management is automated and streamlined.
- Easily add and manage multiple access points.
- Powerful marketing campaign tools and flexible billing improve customer engagement and revenue.