Ideal business phone solutions can be found for any company if a little research and planning is done beforehand. In order to effectively compare what different systems have to offer, a list of desired traits should be composed. Determining those traits can be done by asking a series of questions about the needs of the company. What number of lines will be required? This will determine how large the system needs to be. Which features are essential? There are dozens Read More
Any electronic device has a lifetime of functionality, making it all the more important for businesses to invest in some sort of phone system maintenance to keep their communication equipment running as smoothly as possible. In Houston, there’s certainly high-caliber shops and professional businesses that can accommodate, though a recent migration towards mobile device repair has served as a bit of an obstacle in obtaining a reputable dealer in the area. As such, the means in which one would find Read More
Lucent phone systems joined forces with Alcatel in 2006 after the communications industry became so competitive. These two strong forces of the industry, combined with the addition of superior researchers from Bell Labs, enabled this merger to create the telecommunication industries power house of communications and solutions for home businesses, small businesses and even large corporations. The company focus is on fixed or landline solutions, cellular phones and service, networking hardware, and software and IP technologies. Employing the most advanced Read More
When looking for reputable phone system installers, especially in a large area such as Houston, it’s important to take a lot of factors into consideration that can greatly affect one’s budget and time before committing to one. Most businesses will rely heavily on their communication devices, making this type of service necessary for almost all buildings, no matter the size. The sheer amount of devices, brands and variations therein is enough information alone to make the decision making process rely Read More
The size of a business can dictate how large their telecommunications setup needs to be, and a 6 line phone system is the appropriate size for a small business. There are various systems that are created to cater to small businesses. Features have been developed in order to serve their needs, and make them just as efficient as their competitors, whether they are larger or not. It is important to choose something that can meet the current needs of the Read More
Acquiring a business phone system that’s wireless may seem like a no-brainer in today’s ever-evolving technologic advancement. This is true to an extent, with cordless options bringing many different advantages to companies both small and large, though there are also some disadvantages to this sort of service that commands attention before deciding one way or another. It’s important to understand the current needs and bandwidth usage before removing all of the existing cords in the building and replacing them with Read More
Getting an accurate phone system quote is a process that requires some in-depth knowledge. Because communication networks are precise things that require tight configuration, the company needs to have everything out on the table for the installer before getting started. Every job is different, and these subtle factors can alter the estimate quite a bit, so every answered question counts. For one, a company needs to be able to tell the installer why they need a new setup in the Read More
In the past, businesses used a private branch exchange (PBX) to set up a private telecommunications service rather than using a common carrier in order to reduce costs, but this has evolved over the years and now the growing trend is to use a SIP phone system. Session Internet protocol devices allow for voice and multimedia signals to be carried via the internet, rather than the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). They are responsible for establishing, managing, and disconnecting the Read More
Finding the right phone systems in Houston is an undertaking every business in the city will eventually face. Telecommunications forms the core of a business’s customer service, and this is something that needs to be taken seriously. To really get an idea of which setup is the best, it’s best to know where the company will be going in the near future. Will it be expanding quickly, or will growth be a little more measured or stagnant? There isn’t always Read More
The decision to buy fiber optic cable rather than the alternatives of coaxial or twisted pair, also known as Category 5e (CAT-5e), is one that is not hard to make. Fiber optics have proven to be superior in their quality, the rates that they can transmit data, their versatility, and their power. These cables can be used for television and computer networks, as well as phone systems. They are capable of carrying more data than other cables of the same Read More
