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19 Jan

Why You Need to Embrace the Cloud in 2018

Cloud computing technology has given companies the opportunity to transform their business operations, but doing so effectively requires a stiff departure from the standard approaches of days past. The cloud is a legitimate disruptor, but much of its power comes from letting go of legacy systems that don’t support development in the new paradigm. If you have yet to embrace the cloud, you risk being left...

08 Nov

Keys to a Successful VoIP Deployment

by Derek Roush

in Voice Services

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Often, the decision to transition to a VoIP solution is a significant one. While adopting the technology can have substantial benefits for your business, the actual act of deploying the system is complex, regardless of the size of your company. There are numerous steps between deciding to go VoIP and having a working solution, and failing to manage the deployment properly can lead to unnecessary headaches...

08 Nov

How to Create a UC Cloud Adoption Strategy

by Nathan Weatherford

in Unified Communications

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While many companies likely have a cloud adoption strategy for their data storage and application needs, when you’re considering transitioning your unified communications (UC) solution to the cloud, there are some extra points that need to be reviewed. Traditionally, your UC system is a primary communications platform in your business, so experiencing issues with latency or stability are often harder to tolerate than they may be...

02 Oct

Top VoIP Security Threats (and How to Protect Against Them)

by Nathan Weatherford

in Voice Services

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Many businesses make the switch from traditional telephony to VoIP to gain access to advanced features that aren’t available on analog devices and experience substantial cost savings. But the new capabilities also bring on specific security risks that need to be addressed within your system. Now, these threats shouldn’t be seen as a deterrent as they can largely be remedied with basic tools, some of which...

25 Sep

Is a Multi-Cloud Strategy the Best Approach?

by Nathan Weatherford

in Cloud Services

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Now that the use of cloud systems is effectively becoming a standard in IT strategy, most companies are fully aware of what these solutions have to offer. But, a new trend is putting a twist on the standard way of thinking, leading many businesses to turn to multi-cloud strategies instead of selecting a single provider. Why are they taking this route? Because it offers benefits that...

21 Sep

Must-Have Features for Your Enterprise VoIP System

by Derek Roush

in Voice Services

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When you are interested in selecting a hosted voice over IP (VoIP) system for your business, you may assume that all providers are created equally. In fact, many such offerings aren’t designed for large enterprises (generally consisting of 100+ employees), but for smaller companies looking for high-tech solutions. That means, unless you shop around or work with a knowledgeable consulting firm, you might miss out...