Hosted PBXs typically included the cost of your dial tone (Ma-Bell). In comparison an on-premise PBX requires charges separately for their dial tone services. So when calculating the true cost of hosted vs. on-premise phone systems please include the cost of your dial tone service so you will know your true monthly price. The initial set up of a hosted phone system is sometimes less costly and may not be as labor intensive as an on-premise PBX, but the contract Read More
Many companies are looking to save 30-50% on telecommunications through the use of IP and VoIP based corporate phone systems. Some support T1 and traditional digital or analog lines. These high quality devices have numerous features that go a long way to ensuring smooth operations. Practical considerations regarding how the setup will be utilized should be taken into account before making the purchase. It is important to find a device that supports features needed by the business. For example, companies Read More
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
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
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
Paging horns, while simple in their construction and installation, serve many different important uses throughout various industries. While the usual motive is to deliver information to a specific area, person or entire building, there are further, more complex uses that have allowed many different businesses to adopt this cost-effective type of technology. Schools are generally the first thing that comes to mind when speaking about the functionality of these devices. Typically installed on the ceiling for greater sound output, the Read More
