Voice Over IP

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.

Unified Communications (UC) aims to unite securely and seamlessly all the different business communications channels that exist in a company. That includes voice, video, data, IM, mobility and the Web etc. This report examines in detail the key industry drivers and benefits that are inspiring large scale enterprises to adopt a Unified Communications strategy.

Most businesses realize a significant return on their investment within eighteen months of implementation of VoIP. According to a recent study by PC World, businesses realize an average net savings of 20 to 30 percent when they switch from their legacy phone system to VoIP. The initial investment can come with a hefty price tag, however.

Between cost savings and the efficiency of a converged voice-data network, VoIP presents an attractive case for shoring up business communications expenses in a down economy.The VoIP value proposition is so strong that industry analysts are anticipating continued growth in IP telephony through 2009.

For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), the impacts of a disaster can result in loss of or lack of access to data, applications, and work facilities. Those with disaster recovery plans in place fared much better than those without such contingency plans.

Building a small office network means starting with a foundation of switches and routers. The following guide will help you understand the difference between switches and routers and develop a clear vision for what your network foundation needs. Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin-top:0in; mso-para-margin-right:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:10.0pt; mso-para-margin-left:0in; line-height:115%; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin;}

Small business VoIP, or voice over Internet Protocol, is getting a lot of attention these days. In essence, small business VoIP combines voice and data together on a single, secure network foundation. The following is a guide to why you might want to consider a small business VoIP system.

This white paper is focused on the design and architecture of an OCS 2007 environment in an HP BladeSystem infrastructure. The document outlines a building block approach to deploying OCS on the HP BladeSystem and focuses on how the design decisions around levels of availability, scalability, and the OCS 2007 feature set impact the hardware that is deployed and the version of OCS that is used. The white paper also covers a brief overview of the Microsoft Unified Communications framework including Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 and Office Communications Server 2007 and an overview of the HP BladeSystem architecture and how the HP BladeSystem can help lower the total cost of ownership (TCO).

Telecommunications services are becoming more and more complex. They now run over virtual network paths, less constrained by individual pieces of hardware. Get this white paper and see how service quality management solutions from IBM can improve the customer experience.Learn how telecomm providers can deliver optimal service quality

Improve operational efficiencies with next-gen networks and servicesThere has never been a better time for service providers to streamline operations, improve responsiveness and reduce costs. Find out in this white paper how all three can be accomplished with IBM Tivoli® Netcool® solutions. Also discover methods to boost efficiency and minimize expenditures.

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.

One of the most dramatic innovations in the infrastructure management marketplace in the last five years is the rise of Network Change and Configuration Management (NCCM) as a strategic requirement. This white paper will focus on the strong values that NCCM can bring to reliability, risk and cost management, as well as some of its powerful operational and lifecycle asset values. This report will also introduce the CA SPECTRUM Network Configuration Manager as a distinctive leadership offering.

Many companies have successfully implemented Riverbed WDS solutions within their Cisco networks. This ESG Lab Field Audit documents the success that these Riverbed customers have experienced with a focus on configurations and installation experiences. Download today and learn how Riverbed technology supports valuable networking technologies including PoE, VOIP and QoS. Access now.

Voice Over IP (VoIP) deployments can cause unexpected or unplanned power and cooling requirements in wiring closets and wiring rooms. Most wiring closets do not have uninterruptible power available, and they do not provide the ventilation or cooling required to prevent equipment overheating. Understanding the unique cooling and powering needs of VoIP equipment allows planning for a successful and cost effective VoIP deployment. This paper explains how to plan for VoIP power and cooling needs, and describes simple, fast, reliable, and cost effective strategies for upgrading old facilities and building new facilities.

Your organization, like most others, is probably searching for ways to improve the capability of its telephone system or replace it altogether. And given the number and variety of telephony options, organizations that fail to research their choices risk investing in a system that fails to meet their needs. However, bad IP telephony isn’t inevitable. Read this white paper to read success stories and best practices to keep your company on the right track.

This white paper provides an overview of the basic elements to look for when buying a phone system. It surveysthe landscape of enterprise telephony today: the features available, the pros and cons of traditional and VoIPsystems, and the adaptability of new generation equipment to rapidly changing business needs.

Profound developments in business telephony have left some small businesses reeling under perceptions of a steep learning curve for expensive new products. But there’s no reason to be left behind. Affordability is the hallmark of the new generation in business telephony, thanks to hosted IP and other networked solutions. Is your business applying the new technology to best advantage?

mindSHIFT has extended its service capabilities to include software-as-a-service as well as managed IT services, and is a "compelling solution" for small and medium-sized organizations seeking a strategic source to meet their IT and business needs.

What are the key selection criteria to consider when your small or medium-sized business is evaluating VoIP?

Will Voice over IP technology provide business-class security and reliability you expect in your phone system?

To successfully adopt managed IT services to meet your business objectives, small- and medium-sized organizations (SMBs) should follow five straightforward steps.

The Taridium managed VoIP offering (TMV) is a complete PBX replacement solution for small to medium enterprises. Taridium Managed VoIP combines the reliability of an on-premise open standards VoIP telephony system with the convenience of a simple monthly fee for equipment, services and support.

By 2003, T4G was experiencing significant growth, adding offices, and increasing telecommunication expenses. This case study will show how Taridium's ipbx enterprise VoIP platform offered T4G all the advantages of an open standards solution with the reliability of non-stop hardware, 24x7 monitoring and software support.

By combining open source tools and open standards with best of breed hardware and software, taridium can offer one of the best price to performance ratios in the industry. Read how Taridium’s ipbx enterprise VoIP platform combines all the advantages of an open standards solution with the reliability of non-stop hardware, 7x24 monitoring and software support.

Download this brief technical sheet now and learn the features and benefits of what Industry Experts are calling the Next Generation in VoIP. The extensive use of open source tools and platform's allows us to deliver an unparalleled price-to-performance ratio.