August 2017

30 Aug

UCaaS vs. CPaaS: Which Platform is Right for You

When it comes to choosing a service for external communications, a cloud-based system is almost always best. These solutions exist outside of the internal network and are designed to cross network boundaries with ease. However, whether you should choose Unified Communications as a service (UCaaS) or Communications Platform as a service (CPaaS) depends on numerous factors, making the decision-making process less intuitive. To help you...

24 Aug

Moving Forward on a Hybrid Cloud Project? Here’s What You Need to Ask First

by Nathan Weatherford

in Cloud Services

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As of 2015, 82 percent of enterprises had a hybrid cloud strategy in place. Many businesses see the advantages the cloud can provide, both in terms of potential cost savings as well as increased efficiency and productivity, but not every system can be easily migrated. With that in mind, companies often consider adopting hybrid cloud models, allowing them to shift over certain operations without committing...

24 Aug

Is Your Unified Communications Platform in Need of an Upgrade? Here’s How to Decide

by Derek Roush

in Unified Communications

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The decision to upgrade any system is often a serious one. Not only will it take a certain amount of time and effort, but there is also typically a financial investment required to get an updated platform in place. Determining if an upgrade to your unified communications platform is needed generally involves several factors. To help you make that decision, here are some key points...

24 Aug

When It Comes to Protecting Data in the Cloud, Who’s Ultimately Responsible: You or the Provider?

by Nathan Weatherford

in Cloud Services

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Even though cloud solutions have been around for some time now, there is still some confusion regarding where protection responsibilities lie. Cloud providers generally offer robust security features to their clients, which is part of what makes these systems so attractive to companies across the world. However, the vendor isn’t the only party on the hook for security. Here’s what you need to know. You Both...

24 Aug

Think Your Firewall is Enough to Secure Your UC Platform? Think Again

by Derek Roush

in Unified Communications

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Communication is an essential part of business. Over recent years, our ability to communicate in the workplace has increased significantly as unified communication (UC) solutions provide more comprehensive solutions that take advantage of a range of technology. However, the rapid pace at which UC has advanced makes it challenging to ensure that the security measures in place are sufficient for the technology. In fact, attacks aimed...