Making The Right Choice For Your VoIP Needs
Wednesday, July 5th, 2006
Communications networks have been an integral part of the continued development of technology in all parts of the world. One of the new systems leading the charge is Voice Over Internet Protocol or VoIP systems. VoIP systems have the capability to make incompatible phone systems work with each other. In addition, communication based operations such as Call Centers, Mobile Workers, Teleworkers and Branch Offices are connected with each other regardless of their location.
A key component in making VoIP work is choosing the right VoIP equipment. VoIP equipment is capable integrate incompatible systems and make them work together. Standard digital phones can be purchased from VoIP vendors and can be deployed at remote branches of a company. VoIP equipment ranges from IP telephone systems, which serve as the extension of a PBX/KTS system in a data network connection. The crucial use of IP telephone systems is that digital phones can be used outside of the office despite not being connected to a PBX.
Upon selecting the right IP equipment, the next step is to choose the right service provider and phone company. Luckily, the IP market is currently a “buyer’s market” given the wide number of IP vendors and phone companies today. It is important that the user determine what type of service is needed in order to shorten the selection process. An IP vendor should be judged based on services offered and if they provide adequate technical support.
Here are several considerations in selecting an IP vendor:
• Compare quotation of fees and services offered by each IP vendor. Costs can run as much as $30 monthly or as low $10. It is important that the list of needed services be formulated, as this will serve as the basis of how the monthly charges will be calculated.
• IP vendors with E911 access are ideal, as this will enable immediate contact to emergency services. This is crucial if the VoIP system will also serve as the sole phone connection in a home or office.
• IP vendors should be able to provide the most reliable hardware and software available in the market. The buyer should also make a list on his preferred equipment such as routers, IP phones and Internet speeds.
• Clients should inquire about special promotions and packages to help save on costs.
Some of the top IP phone companies:
G-Tek Electronics, Inc. Cellular/WiFi phones
Global IP Sound Voice Processing Solution
Artdio VoIP Gateways
IP Netcom Multipath Call Routing
Metropark Communications Parts/Services
Comsys IP Phones
DSG Technology Device and PC-to-Phone
ShoreTel IP Voice Communication System
My IP Telephone IP Phone Systems Reseller
Nexdial IP Phones, PIP Application Server
Planet Reach IP Phone Reseller
IPGrade PC-to-Phone, Reseller, Solutions
AGP Telecom Co IP Telephones & Endpoints
Business Phones Direct IP Phone Systems
snom VoIP Business Phone Systems
Tele Express IP Business Solutions
Zultys IP Phones