Posts Tagged ‘Voip Phone Systems’
What to Consider When Changing Your Phone Company
Last month, we explored the many reasons a business might decide to switch to a new voice over IP (VoIP) VoIP phone company. If you have decided to make a change, it’s time to assess your needs, identify a new provider, and prepare for the transition. Assess Your Current Needs The first step…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know Before Switching to VoIP
You’ve decided to eliminate your outdated analog phone system and switch to a Voice over IP (VoIP) system. Congrats! Now, it’s time to start the transition! There are a few key differences between the two platforms you should know before, during, and after the process. For example, what are the main technical differences between an…
Read MoreDo you need to switch to VoIP?
Business owners ask themselves this question all the time, and it’s an important one to answer correctly. A VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) phone system may not be the right solution if you don’t need the benefits it provides, such as cutting costs by having your own PBX (Private Branch Exchange), the ability to customize…
Read MoreGobble Up VoIP Features, Spend More Time With Family
Thanksgiving reminds us to express gratitude and reflect on what we’re thankful for — family, friends, good health. We tend to overlook the little things that can make the most significant difference. The ones that make life easier each day — dishwashers, microwaves, fast Internet connections, etc. Maybe even the features of your business’ Voice…
Read MoreBusiness Phones in Your Home Office
It’s getting close to decision time. Do you keep your office space that’s been sitting empty for the last year? Do you embrace running an entirely remote business, or create a hybrid option? There are contradicting studies floating around advocating for each one. Yet, for employees, the choice is obvious. In a recent survey from…
Read MoreCtrl Your VoIP – Ask These 5 Questions
Control. We crave it so much that we gave ourselves a key for it on our keyboards. And, we didn’t stop there. We have the ultimate control. Don’t think so? Just type Ctrl+Alt+Delete. BAM – you just killed a computer! Sadly, not everything in life works that way (insert buzzkill!). As a small business owner,…
Read MoreSurprise! No, It’s Not Your Birthday, Just Your Phone Bill
Surprise! You owe more money than you agreed to! Unfortunately, unlike your birthday party, this surprise doesn’t include balloons and cake. (Well, unless someone has an awfully sick sense of humor.) Sure, surprises can be fun, but not when they involve your new Voice over IP (VoIP) business phone system and monthly service bill. Old-school…
Read MoreGo With the Call Flow – Planning Your Business Phone System
It’s easy to get overwhelmed when planning exactly how your hosted VoIP phone system should work. Given the system’s flexibility, you can make it as simple or complex as you like. If you aren’t the person who answers most incoming calls, it’s best to consult with those staff members who do. They have the best…
Read MoreCubicle, Conference Room, Couch—Use VoIP to Connect with Customers from Anywhere
Holy cow! The COVID-19 pandemic has taken you for a ride this last month—determining if your small business is “essential” and then figuring out how to stay open while also keeping your employees and customers safe and healthy. -OR- Scrambling to get employees set up to work from home and then managing them with kids…
Read MoreReduce Holiday Work Stress with VoIP Phone Systems
Wait, you’re saying there’s something that can help make the holiday season LESS stressful? Sign me up! It’s true. The features and functionality of a Voice over IP (VoIP) phone system can help you proactively communicate with customers regarding holiday promotions you’re offering or changes in business hours. It can also make working from home…
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