Voice over Internet Protocol, also called VoIP, IP Telephony, Internet telephony, Broadband telephony, Broadband Phone and Voice over Broadband is the routing of voice conversations over the Internet or through any other IP-based network. Protocols which are used to carry voice signals over the IP network are commonly referred to as Voice over IP or VoIP protocols.
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IBM Lotus Sametime Software Integration with Microsoft applications
published by IBM on Nov 20, 2009
IBM Lotus® Sametime® software is an award- winning platform for realtime collaboration. For years, organizations of all types have taken advantage of the Lotus Sametime platform’s powerful, security-enhanced features, such as integrated presence awareness, instant messaging (IM), Web conferencing, voice and video, to help people quickly find, reach and collaborate with each other.
Future Proofing Your Mobile Computers
published by Intermec on May 07, 2009
For companies that are evaluating mobile computers, several key considerations should drive the decision. Among these are whether the solution fits now, whether it will fit in the future and whether it will pay for itself in the short term.
Webcast:Work Smarter with Telephony Integration & Unified Communications and Collaboration Solution
published by IBM on Feb 03, 2010
Catch the latest analyst insights on what matters in the UC market - what is critical - the value of telephony integration - and the benefits of a sound call control strategy.
Unified Communications and Your Business: The Myths, the Market Drivers and What You Need to Know
published by Qwest Business on Jan 27, 2010
Get an overview of the potential benefits of UC, including key considerations for mapping out your UC strategy.
Top 10 Concerns of Buying a VoIP Business Phone System
published by CompareBusinessProducts.com on Dec 03, 2009
This white paper list the ten biggest concerns surrounding any VoIP business telephone purchase, and suggested ways in which you can deal with them.
Clear Voice Over Wi-Fi in the Enterprise
published by Ruckus Wireless on Nov 09, 2009
This free white paper clearly explains how to optimize existing networks for Voice Over Wi-Fi (VoFi). Learn how to fight both known and hidden sources of RF voice interference; how to prioritize traffic flows, so voice always comes first; how properly planning your WLAN can dramatically improve handset battery life; how to arrange for roaming without annoying dropouts; and more. Download your free copy now.
SIP Trunking Is Key to Accelerating Unified Communications Deployments
published by Sprint on Oct 16, 2009
Companies today are undergoing a significant transformation to a more global Anywhere Enterprise. Unified communications (UC) is a crucial component in this evolution and organizations look to collaborate better with an extended enterprise (see Exhibit 1 on the next page). UC has the power to help companies lower the overall cost of communications, bring worker productivity to new levels, enhance corporate green initiatives and completely redefine the way we work by becoming part of our application infrastructure.
Simplicity, Efficiency and Transparency Achieved Through Integrated Wireline and Wireless Services
published by Sprint on Oct 16, 2009
As enterprises recognize the strategic importance of enabling their remote and/or mobile workforce with mobility solutions, they need to determine how to best extend their existing wireline services into the mobile environment. Today, many service providers offer converged solutions that help businesses bring together their office-based telecom solution with their mobile environment.
True Convergence Demands a Communication Service Provider that Embraces a Customer- Centric Approach
published by Sprint on Oct 16, 2009
Reaching tight alignment with these objectives is not an easy task. Yet, we believe when a communication services provider integrates these customer-centric objectives into the design of its converged solution, its business customers will no longer ask if the solution will meet their objectives. Rather, the question becomes one of execution: how and when to move to a converged communication solution. converged solution. From these attributes, a framework to measure and compare providers' converged solutions emerges. We will conclude with a review of Sprint's approach to offering true convergence to business and government customers.
PBX Buyer's Guide: PBX the choice for Mid to Large Business
published by CompareBusinessProducts.com on Aug 27, 2009
This PBX Buyers guide explores the benefits of a PBX based phone system over the other phone systems in the market. Understand key advantages, considerations and deployment steps as you decide on a phone system for your business. See a list of features PBX offers and compare them to your other options.
Videoconferencing Adoption by SMBs - The Next Big Thing
published by Polycom, Inc on Aug 25, 2009
As companies look for ways to survive during a tough economy, small and medium sized businesses are discovering the benefits of virtual collaboration through video conferencing.
Seeing is Believing: The Value of Video Collaboration
published by Polycom, Inc on Aug 25, 2009
Many companies are talking about the advantages of video conferencing. But what results can you expect? How much more productivity will you see? What does the boost to collaboration look like? Which business units benefit most?
Phone Systems Comparison Chart
published by CompareBusinessProducts.com on Aug 21, 2009
Easily compare 27 Business Phone Systems in over 25 product categories. Quickly see differences between brands like Nortel, Mitel, Cisco, Avaya, 8x8, Toshiba, etc.
Reducing the Cost to Serve - Network & Telephony Services
published by Info-Tech Research Group on Aug 21, 2009
Learn opportunities for immediate and long-term expense management. 11 pg report covers: •How to identifying opportunities for controlling expenses, •Specific cost-reduction measures, •Setting realistic time-frame targets for cutting costs. Learn more today!
The Power of Collaboration within Unified Communications
published by Polycom, Inc on Aug 21, 2009
This whitepaper shares practical perspectives on preparing a business case for collaboration tools within Unified Communications, as well as offering best practice approaches for ensuring the successful adoption – and maximum contribution – of collaboration applications in your enterprise.
Enterprise PBX Comparison Guide
published by Tippit VoIP on Aug 21, 2009
Download this side-by-side comparison guide that breaks down the industry's top 16 PBX players (including Avaya, Cisco, 3Com, and Nortel) so you can quickly and easily compare the features and costs of each. Learn more today!
Fax over IP: Fax takes its place on the IP network
published by Lane Telecommunications on Aug 21, 2009
The fax market is changing significantly though not in the way predicted by many. Far from an inevitable decline brought about by the emergence of e-mail, the demand for fax, particularly from larger companies, is actually growing. The way that fax is managed within the business is also undergoing a significant period of transition.
Fax Server Technology: A guide to reducing costs and increasing productivity
published by Lane Telecommunications on Aug 21, 2009
The introduction of e-mail and its exponential expansion into every aspect of business life presented a significant challenge to the fax industry and for some observers it was a foregone conclusion that fax was destined for a rapid demise. It is interesting to note, therefore, that fax has actually continued on a steady growth path that is predicted to continue well into the future.
Bloor: InComparison Network and Voice Management Software
published by CA NVM on Aug 21, 2009
This in-depth, InComparison paper prepared by Bloor Research provides an overview of strategies and technologies for network (fault and performance) management and voice management in major enterprises. It highlights CA’s strategic directions, technology strengths and overall solution completeness. You'll find great insights on best practices for your Network and Voice Management needs.
Managing Voice over IP for Successful Convergence
published by CA NVM on Aug 21, 2009
Voice over IP (VoIP) has much to offer in cost savings but some customers have concerns about VoIP call quality compared to the quality of traditional voice services. This white paper will help you learn how to take the right steps so that voice quality is assured. It leads you through the pre-deployment assessment and describes how quality of service should be applied to ensure your production network will meet users' expectations.
Network and Voice Management for Evolving Business Environments
published by CA NVM on Aug 21, 2009
CIOs and other IT executives know the growth in technology capabilities has transformed how business views the role of IT. Today, IT organizations have been elevated beyond mere technology providers in the corporate hierarchy while simultaneously experiencing new levels of expectation and responsibility to increasingly understaffed and overburdened IT staffs. IT departments are now required to deliver measurable operational improvement that specifically advances business process and corporate objectives.
4 Keys to Choosing Your Next Business Phone System
published by Vendor Guru on Aug 21, 2009
When Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and Virtual private branch exchange (PBX) systems first emerged on the market a few years ago, buyers were concerned about maintaining the quality of phone connections. Now that VoIP has proven itself as reliable and consistent, choosing the right business phone system comes down to understanding how specific features can make your company more profitable.
Switch to VoIP for All the Right Reasons
published by Vendor Guru on Aug 21, 2009
Internet, email, call centers, mobile phones, voicemail, CRM… business telecommunications is growing more sophisticated day by day. It’s no wonder so many businesses are choosing to streamline their communications by switching to Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP). Find out why your business should make the switch.
10 Steps to a Successful Business Phone System Implementation
published by Vendor Guru on Aug 21, 2009
The key to a successful phone system rollout is a well-planned, phased approach founded on reliable information and technical expertise. This paper includes a checklist identifying the ten steps to planning and implementing a successful phone system overhaul.
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