As the use of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phones becomes more widespread, so do the security threats that target VoIP, such as theft of service. This threat is the most common type being used by cybercriminals today. Let’s examine how it affects your VoIP network and the preventive measures to counter it. What is […]
How to stop VoIP theft of service
The importance of QoS in VoIP
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) has become many small- to medium-sized businesses’ top communication system of choice. While there are many vendors that offer different VoIP packages with their respective features, you should look into their Quality of Service (QoS) to know which one could meet your company’s needs. Here’s a quick overview of what […]
Expand your VoIP mobile capabilities
Remote work policies require companies to expand their communication capabilities. Many businesses aim to increase productivity and improve customer service by turning to a VoIP solution. There are several factors which will make your VoIP more mobile, while ensuring both your customers and employees remain satisfied and can communicate hassle-free. To cater to your out-of-office […]
Here’s how your business communications system works
Many businesses still rely heavily on landline telephones, which remain one of the first points of contact businesses have with their customers. With the marriage of traditional telephony and digital connectivity comes a more affordable and more reliable option: internet phones. Is this the option for your business? Read on to find out. Different phone […]
Steps to cloud-based unified communications
Moving your business’s resources to the cloud is quickly becoming the mainstream formula for success. But this comes with certain risks and requires careful planning. Your organization’s unified communications system (UC) is no exception and can be more challenging than moving other functions. To better ensure a trouble-free experience, take note of these steps. Opt […]
Optimize your phones by sidestepping these VoIP issues
When a technology that promises to cut the expense of your old technology in half is released on the market, it certainly can raise some eyebrows. We all know, when a deal sounds too good to be true, it usually is. So when it comes to Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and its claims of […]
Evaluating the total cost of VoIP systems
When investing in VoIP phone systems, cost is always an important factor to consider. No matter what features it’s bundled with, a phone system that easily puts you over budget isn’t worth investing in. That’s why it’s important to evaluate the total cost of ownership (TCO) of VoIP systems. What is TCO? TCO is the […]
Enabling remote work with VoIP
Voice over internet protocol (VoIP) phone systems give employees the freedom to make and receive calls from any location. More importantly, a good VoIP solution allows you to enable work-at-home arrangements that will keep your workers happy and your company productive. So how exactly will VoIP and working at home equal to a more successful […]
How SMBs can benefit from VoIP data
If you’re making or receiving Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) calls, you may gather a lot of valuable data without knowing it. Whether you’re still getting accustomed to your new telephone system, or you’re simply unaware of your VoIP data, here are five things you can do to benefit from it. Time/Date data The information […]
Why your firm should record its calls
Even the most attentive customer service representative can make mistakes; after all, he or she is only human. If your business uses VoIP as its telephony solution, errors can be lessened through call recording. Find out how this helpful VoIP feature can benefit your organization. #1. Improve customer service One of the most important reasons […]