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Conference Room Trends 2019

Happy New Year! As we get the New Year started, let’s take a look at the way conference rooms will advance and improve this year. These are some of the popular conference room camera trends we will soon see. ePTZ (electronic Pan/Tilt/Zoom) There are two ways that PTZ cameras can pan, tilt and zoom – […]

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How The Polycom SoundStation Changed Conferencing

The introduction of the Polycom SoundStation conference phone had a significant impact on the telecom industry. These days, thanks to numerous advances in technology, we have a bevy of collaborations tools at our fingertips, making communication more convenient. However, not too long ago, this type of collaboration was limited to old-fashioned telephony. It wasn’t until […]

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Why Your Business Should Move To The Cloud

Conventional PBX phone systems may not cut it in the fast-paced, modern-day business world. For those with limited budgets or rapidly expanding businesses, cloud communications might be a better option. Cloud communications include VoIP phones systems in which data is stored in cloud servers. Here are some compelling reasons to make the switch to cloud […]

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Successful VoIP Deployment

Switching to VoIP is a big commitment. Successful implementation of a VoIP phone system can lead to increased productivity and success for businesses. However, if not implemented properly, it can become a stressful and costly mess. Follow these steps to properly deploy your VoIP phone system. Plan Create a strong VoIP plan by starting with […]

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Best Practices For Business Emails

We all know, through others or from experience, that communication in text form may not always convey a message correctly. When it comes to business emails namely, you want to be very careful because one misstep can potentially make or break your career. Here are some tips to improve your business email communications and deliver […]

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Increasing Safety For Mobile Workers

Mobile workers are on the rise and are expected to keep increasing. By 2020, over half of the U.S. workforce is expected to be mobile. Mobile workers are enjoying flexibility and freedom while businesses are reaping the benefits of increased productivity and employee satisfaction. But when employees are not operating in an office or controlled […]

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Modern Business Communication

As you may have noticed or even experienced, business communication and the way we work are undergoing some changes. Many factors, such as digital transformation, advancing technologies, and a diverse workforce, are influencing the direction in which we are headed. Here are some of the ways these communication trends are making an impact. The Cloud […]

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Distributed Workforce

Whether your employees telecommute occasionally or permanently, there are both advantages and disadvantages to this type of work culture. For those companies struggling with building a team with specific skill sets, a distributed workforce can help solve this issue. On the other hand, some companies prefer to keep staff on site to enhance collaboration and […]

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All-Hands Meetings

Company-wide meetings can be tricky, time-consuming, and costly, but they can also reflect positively on the company. By holding such an event, you are portraying to employees that your business cares enough to keep everyone informed of major company updates and emotionally connected to the company’s goals, while openly listening to honest, unfiltered feedback and […]

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Enterprise VoIP

When shopping for a VoIP phone system, you want to be sure you are getting the right system that suits your specific needs. If your company has 100+ users, you will likely need an enterprise-level VoIP system to accommodate your demands. Unfortunately, most hosted VoIP solutions are designed for smaller scale companies. Look for these […]

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