Voice over IP (VoIP) - Business solutions
Voice over IP (
VoIP) is no longer a dream concept. IP telephone has evolved rapidly; now, cutting costs on long distance calls, site to site calls and local calls is possible via VoIP over the
Internet. Traditional phone systems are fast becoming a outdated, costly architecture with the productivity gains, and total cost reduction savings achieved with
VoIP.
VoIP in a Nutshell
VoIP, in a nutshell, is converting voice analog signals and then digitising them to be transmitted over the network. at the other end, the process is reversed.
VoIP however, is quickly becoming part of a total convergence of computer, phone, security and other related technologies.
VoIP Advantages:
The most common and practical reason is simple, cost. Interstate, site-to-site and long distance voice charges can cost thousands, but when sent via a Voice over IP system the cost is almost free.
VoIP Disadvantages:
Initial setup costs can be steep for medium to enterprise level companies.
Quality issues surrounding transmission, bandwidth restrictions and high bandwidth cost can occasionally create cost-prohibitive
VoIP solutions.
Important Factors to know
- Utilising inferior VoIP hardware coupled with inadequate bandwidth allocation is the most common mistake when implementing a VoIP solution
- When d one properly, a VoIP solution can quickly see significant cost reduction
- Skype is a viable low-cost VoIP solution for small business
- Medium-Large VoIP solutions should always use leading technology provider hardware that is proven and tested
OsBTI designs and implements
VoIP Solutions based on:
Cisco, Avaya and Zultys infrastructure.
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VoIP Solutions, please:
