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Phone Systems Comparison Guide: VoIP for Small to Midsize Businesses

Published January 19, 2017
It was a painstaking process, but to help B2B companies start 2017 off on the right foot, we recently compiled a comparative list of the top 43 small to midsize business phone vendors.

16 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Phone System

Published January 18, 2017
Purchasing a phone system for your business is a major investment. With the average business changing phone systems only once every seven years, it’s important to make the right decision.

[Infographic] Top 11 VoIP Vendors

Published January 17, 2017
A good VoIP provider will offer additional benefits as well, but many first-time buyers find assessing each option to be difficult. Nevertheless, this is an important step in the buying process because a substandard provider can easily waste both your time and money.

8 Common Pain Points UC Eliminates

Published January 06, 2017
Many businesses rely on a collection of communication tools that they adopt to address specific needs as they arise. This strategy may seem to work in the beginning, but eventually will lead to a system that is cumbersome to use, difficult to explain to new hires, expensive, and effective in some areas, but full of gaps.

How UC Can Improve Employee Productivity

Published December 21, 2016
Unified Communications (UC) is a new concept that is revolutionizing business communications. Every year, more and more companies are ditching their traditional PBX systems for a UC solution. But before you make the move, it’s critical to understand how UC will affect your workplace and employees.

Best Mobile VoIP Apps for Business

Published December 15, 2016
VoIP phone systems and mobile apps are becoming very popular for business use and are helping companies streamline their business communications on the go, while reducing costs. In fact, according to a study by Infonetics Research, VoIP subscribership has been growing at a rate of approximately 14%, year over year, each year since 2009.

The New Enterprise Phone Systems Comparison Guide

Published December 12, 2016
Choosing the right phone system for your business is difficult. Let us simplify the selection process with our comprehensive comparison guide, that compares the top enterprise business phone system manufacturers across 20 performance metrics.

The Business Case for Updating an Aging Phone System

Published December 06, 2016
You may think your business phone system is functional, but is it fully modern? In recent years, telecommunications technology has made major strides. A system that was perfectly serviceable ten years ago—or even five years ago—is now very out-of-date.

[Infographic] 15 Questions to Ask When Selecting a VoIP Provider

Published November 29, 2016
Deciding which phone system is right for your business can be difficult. With our VoIP technology blueprint, discover the top 15 questions you should ask VoIP vendors before you make a buying decision.

4 Things to Consider When Considering a Cloud Fax Model

Sponsored by: J2 Global

Published November 06, 2016
Discover how a cloud fax solution that not only securely receives, signs, stores and sends faxes conveniently via e-mail, but improves your unified communications.

How to Select a Phone System in 10 Steps

Published October 28, 2016
The success of your company depends on many constantly changing factors that drive you to innovate, create, and evolve to remain competitive and profitable in your industry.

The New SMB Phone Systems Comparison Guide

Published October 24, 2016
Does your small or medium-size business need a new phone system? Then you're in luck! Our new, updated comparison guide helps you cut through superfluous information and narrow down your list of solution providers. Get the latest data on phone system features, pricing, and performance metrics in an easy-to-use format.

How UC Can Help Your Business Survive the Holidays

Published October 20, 2016
The holiday season is filled with frenzy and excitement for businesses and consumers alike. Consumers prepare gift lists, compare brands and prices, and begin shopping with a vigor that is not present most other times of the year. For many businesses, the holiday season accounts for a large profit bump at the end of each year, and companies strive to exceed their goals and keep customers happy during this rush late in the year.

[Infographic] Switching Phone Systems

Published October 19, 2016
There are a lot of possible reasons you might want to switch to a new phone system. The old one might cost too much or be too troublesome to operate and maintain. It might not be flexible enough. It might not be reliable enough. Or it just might not have the kinds of features and capabilities that you need in today’s competitive business climate.

Business VoIP on a Budget

Published October 05, 2016
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone systems represent the next innovation of telephone connection and communication by making it possible to conduct calls over a broadband internet connection, rather than an analog phone line.

[Infographic] The Advantages of Unified Communications

Published September 26, 2016
Did you know that according to 8x8, the tangible ROI of a unified communications solution for a 10,000-person enterprise is approximately $15.5 million? This isn't the only way unified communications can improve your business.

The New 2016 Phone Systems Comparison Chart

Published September 12, 2016
Check out our latest Q4 Phone Systems Comparison Chart complete with new vendors, products, and features! Our free chart compares over 40 business phone solution providers, including PBX and business VoIP systems, on over 20 performance metrics.

The Ultimate Phone System Buyer’s Checklist

Published July 03, 2016
Our phone system buyer's checklist reviews all the important questions to ask when selecting a business phone system. Download the list and make sure you check all the boxes before you choose a vendor!

Top 15 Questions to Ask When Selecting a VoIP Provider

Published June 09, 2016
With so many financial and functional advantages offered by VoIP technology, making the transition is increasingly mandatory. Selecting VoIP services for business is one of the most critical—and difficult—IT decisions that your company will face. Clarify your business needs and simplify the decision-making process with these top 15 questions.

The Advantages of Unified Communications

Published June 03, 2016
How can you get the most out of a Unified Communications solution? Let us keep you one step ahead of the game, giving you the knowledge it takes to make an informed UC purchasing decision!