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Selling unified communications services: One VAR’s story
Unified communications is no longer considered an extra – it’s a must. One VAR talks about what’s necessary for selling unified communications to customers. Feature
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VoIP implementation and management study guide
Use our VoIP implementation and management study guide to quiz yourself and bolster your knowledge of IP voice. Study Guide
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Channel Explained: Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)
VoIP has emerged as a convenient, reliable and cost-effective network option for businesses of all sizes. In this Channel Explained you'll learn how VoIP works, what to consider before deploying it in a company, and how to take advantage of the multi... Channel Explained
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Top five VoIP tips for service providers
VoIP is in high-demand but requires significant legwork from VARs and SIs, as it is subject to the rules of the Internet. Here are SearchNetworkingChannel.com's top five tips for VoIP service providers, including advice from basic setup to advanced s... Top Tips
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Want VoIP? Check your network
It's easy to set up VoIP on a customer's network if you follow these best practices. The first is to help your customer understand how they want to use VoIP, which then determines the type of VoIP services you'll provide. Executive Briefing
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VPN DHCP implementation checklist
The second step in building a Windows-based virtual private network is to implement DHCP services. This tip explains how to do so. Step-by-Step Guide
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Western Europe Leads in Voice-Enabled DSL Gateways
A principal analyst discusses the growth of VoIP in European markets. Executive Briefing
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2005, 2006 big years for corporate VoIP rollouts
VoIP is ready for prime time, thanks to its cost savings. But challenges around federal regulation and security are still imminent. Executive Briefing
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Think you can't make digital signage sales?
When video wall technology was expensive it was hard to sell. But selling digital signage has dropped in cost and many companies are now eager to replace static signs. Channel Chat | 07 May 2012
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Five tips to deploying a unified communications solution
When it comes to deploying a unified communications solutions, building a network is only half the battle. The rest is about showing users how UC can make their lives better. Channel Chat | 19 Mar 2012
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Survey shows enterprise video conferencing of interest but not deployed
Companies see the advantages of enterprise video conferencing but are hesitant to deploy the technology. Partners can help change that, survey results show. News | 27 Feb 2012
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Global VoIP implementation unites scattered telecommunications
A global VoIP implementation with Avaya infrastructure helped an international industrial auctioneering firm overcome its piecemeal collection of legacy voice systems. The IP telephony deployment boosted business continuity and improved business proc... Article | 22 Apr 2010
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VoiceCon case studies demonstrate SIP trunking benefits
SIP trunking was a hot topic at VoiceCon this year as companies look for ways to reduce the costs and data center footprint of their voice infrastructure. A case study panel at the conference demonstrated SIP trunking benefits and challenges. Article | 26 Mar 2010
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Hosted unified communications booming, and not just due to cloud hype
Hosted unified communications is becoming a viable alternative for companies of all sizes as vendors and service providers start to bring more mature products to market. Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) is enjoying such a boom that Gartner... Article | 17 Dec 2009
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Success with unified communications: The technology needs assessment
In part 1 of our series "Success with Unified Communications," we explore the technology needs assessment. Before you look at vendors and before you think about voice, conferencing, instant messaging or anything else, think about the problems you nee... Article | 27 Aug 2009
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Microsoft/Cisco VoIP deal presages "bloody" battle for network turf
Pact makes integration easier, but VoIP and social networking are changing the nature of the network, how it's sold, and who's competing for every new installation. Article | 08 Mar 2007
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Managed-care company nails rush-migration to VoIP
Molina Healthcare improves customer service, saves phone costs, saves maintenance costs and eliminates can't-route-call headaches with six-month migration to a Cisco VoIP network. Article | 10 Jan 2007
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What it takes to sell enterprise social networking software
Channel partners will have to show customers how to integrate enterprise social networking tools into their existing communications applications in order to make a sale. Tip
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Top three things to know about unified communications certifications
With unified communications increasing in popularity, it might be worthwhile for a networking solution provider to consider unified communications certifications. This tip outlines the top three things you should know before investing in UC certifica... Tip
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Router and switch upgrades: Five reasons your customer should invest
Mid recession, customers are avoiding investment in even basic router and switch upgrades, but one surefire way to convince them is long-term savings that will outweigh investment. Tip
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VoIP and video services: Understanding network architecture and design
VoIP and video services are climbing in popularity. Learn how network architecture and design can help you provide these services to your clients. Tip
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Open-source based IP PBX for small business: Training and support
Beyond installation and configuration, open source IP PBX for small business offers value-added resellers an opening for training and support. Tip
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Open-sourced IP PBX software for small business: Packaging options
Open-source based IP PBX software for small business continues to present opportunities for VARs, including two packaging options. One is to install IP PBX software from a vendor, and the other is to install preconfigured hardware and software. Eithe... Tip
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Key steps for a successful VoWLAN system deployment
Voice over WLAN (VoWLAN) is an alternative to "traditional" VoIP and POTS. Analyzing ROI, defining requirements, planning, testing and offering operational support are just a few steps any value-added reseller should take on the way to a successful V... Tip
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VoIP migration made simple with hybrid PBXs
Voice over IP offers many advantages for its users. However, systems integrators and value-added resellers (VARs) are going to have a hard time convincing customers to tear out an existing phone system. Here we learn about the hybrid PBX option that ... Tip
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Simulating delays in VoIP testing
In order to test VoIP, or any network element, it is important for value-added resellers (VARs) and networking consultants to be able to simulate real world settings. This tip offers a handy (and inexpensive) method for replicating realistic response... Tip
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PBX to VoIP strategies
The migration process from PBX to voice over IP (VoIP) can be a daunting one. Without a well thought-out long-term strategy, it can be an inefficient and overly expensive one. This tip provides two strategy suggestions for value-added resellers (VARs... Tip
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How to convince a customer to switch to VoIP?
ROI for VoIP, measured on a strictly financial basis, is difficult to prove, especially in single-office deployments. However, the ROI for the system in terms of "soft" costs is very rapid and should be the focus your pitch. Ask the Expert
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Think you can't make digital signage sales?
When video wall technology was expensive it was hard to sell. But selling digital signage has dropped in cost and many companies are now eager to replace static signs. Channel Chat
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Five tips to deploying a unified communications solution
When it comes to deploying a unified communications solutions, building a network is only half the battle. The rest is about showing users how UC can make their lives better. Channel Chat
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What it takes to sell enterprise social networking software
Channel partners will have to show customers how to integrate enterprise social networking tools into their existing communications applications in order to make a sale. Tip
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Survey shows enterprise video conferencing of interest but not deployed
Companies see the advantages of enterprise video conferencing but are hesitant to deploy the technology. Partners can help change that, survey results show. News
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Selling unified communications services: One VAR’s story
Unified communications is no longer considered an extra – it’s a must. One VAR talks about what’s necessary for selling unified communications to customers. Feature
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Top three things to know about unified communications certifications
With unified communications increasing in popularity, it might be worthwhile for a networking solution provider to consider unified communications certifications. This tip outlines the top three things you should know before investing in UC certifica... Tip
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Global VoIP implementation unites scattered telecommunications
A global VoIP implementation with Avaya infrastructure helped an international industrial auctioneering firm overcome its piecemeal collection of legacy voice systems. The IP telephony deployment boosted business continuity and improved business proc... Article
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VoiceCon case studies demonstrate SIP trunking benefits
SIP trunking was a hot topic at VoiceCon this year as companies look for ways to reduce the costs and data center footprint of their voice infrastructure. A case study panel at the conference demonstrated SIP trunking benefits and challenges. Article
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Hosted unified communications booming, and not just due to cloud hype
Hosted unified communications is becoming a viable alternative for companies of all sizes as vendors and service providers start to bring more mature products to market. Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) is enjoying such a boom that Gartner... Article
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Success with unified communications: The technology needs assessment
In part 1 of our series "Success with Unified Communications," we explore the technology needs assessment. Before you look at vendors and before you think about voice, conferencing, instant messaging or anything else, think about the problems you nee... Article
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About VoIP Implementation
Here you'll find VoIP implementation tips and how tos for value-added resellers and systems integrators who are planning VoIP migrations for their business customers. Learn how to ensure a successful VoIP migration using these PBX to VoIP strategies, network planning tips and VoWLAN deployment steps. You'll also understand the range of VoIP features and the pros and cons of moving to a voice data service.