If you are looking for the perfect hosted phone service with mobile connectivity with full unified communications features that work with your Android or iPhone, look no further. You have found the best cloud-based telephone service available nationwide. Carolina Digital Phone's national footprint and geo-redundant cloud-based service make your business easier and more effective to manage. We replace your existing and possibly outdated on-premise phone equipment with a feature-rich cloud-based PBX. That means your desk and smartphones work together and can manage them from your browser and mobile app. Cloud phone systems make it easier for your customers to contact...

At Carolina Digital Phone, we encourage our potential customers to perform due diligence when comparing our VoIP business phone system with our competitors, such as Spectrum Business Connect, 8x8, Ring Central, Vonage, etc. Why do we welcome competition instead of avoiding it? Because we are extremely confident that when our potential customers conduct a rigorous "apples to apples" evaluation, they will objectively determine that we are the smart choice.  Below, we highlight the three pillars -- which we call the "3 Ps" -- that separate and elevate us from Spectrum Business Connect (and the rest, big and small): PEOPLE, PRODUCT, and...

Cloud services have drastically changed the modern business landscape. With easy access to business-critical services over the internet, it's made running your company cost less and more accessible. However, choosing the right services can be quite a challenge, especially with the overwhelming number of choices available. One of the most widely-used cloud services today is VoIP or Voice over Internet Protocol telephone service. Whether it's long-distance calling solutions or focusing solely on local service support, there are many options to pick from when it comes to choosing the ideal cloud-based telephone service for your business. In this article, we're going to...

The financial services industry market in the U.S. is booming. Assets under management (AUM) are projected to hit $57.03 trillion in 2023 and show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2023-2027) of 9.12%, resulting in a market volume of $80.87 trillion by 2027. However, with more growth comes stiffer competition. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there were more than 330,300 financial advisors in the U.S. in 2021. By 2031, that number increases by 50,900. That represents a 15% rate of job growth. That is much higher than the average growth rate for all occupations at 7%. As such, financial advisors...

What is VoIP? Are you curious about the wonders of VoIP? Well, let us fill you in! VoIP, short for Voice over Internet Protocol, is a technology that allows voice calls to be made over the Internet using digital signals. Gone are the days of relying on traditional telephones and circuit-switched networks. With VoIP, the future of communication is here! So, how does VoIP work its magic? It's quite simple. Instead of relying on analog signals like traditional phones, VoIP converts your voice into digital signals. Those signals are then sent over your high-speed internet connection. This means that you can make...

To ensure that your auto attendant service attains the goal of boosting customer satisfaction levels, you need to make sure you consider several different factors, including everything from the format and length of the greeting message to the number of menu options and the order they are placed in. That said, read on to discover eight of the best practices for implementing an auto attendant.Always Provide the Option to Speak to a Real PersonWe've all been frustrated by automated systems and sometimes just want to speak with a human.  So, it should be no surprise that rule number one when...

Some companies believe customer service is merely one aspect of what they do. And then there are some companies whose commitment to customer service is part of their DNA. At Carolina Digital Phone, for more than 20 years we have earned a reputation for customer service that, from what our customers, partners, and peers tell us, is unrivaled in the marketplace. To us, delivering exceptional customer service is not just what we do. It is WHO WE ARE. At Carolina Digital Phone, we know that providing a smooth and memorable customer journey is crucial to our success. We strive to ensure that...

One of the most important investments a small office will make is a phone system. Make the right decision, and the path to value and ROI will be short and straightforward. But make the wrong decision, and get stuck with an expensive, inflexible liability. To help ensure that a small office phone system is profitable and rewarding -- instead of costly and regrettable -- here are 7 reasons why you should focus on Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) as your choice for a small office telephone system: 1. Substantial Up-front and Ongoing Cost Savings For large multi-site enterprises, cutting costs is important. But...

We understand how frustrating it can be when your device is not performing as it should. There are several factors that could contribute to this issue, such as outdated software, insufficient storage space, and background applications consuming too many system resources. We are here to help you identify and resolve these issues so that you can get back to using your device to update the world on what you are up to. Below are some general tips on factors that can affect the performance of your iPhone. Please note that the impact on your device's performance may vary depending on factors...

We all love getting free stuff. From extra perks and upgrades at hotels to having your friendly mechanic throw in some extras because, well, it's just a nice thing to do.  Yet, there are times when things that appear to be "free" and are advertised as such, are riddled with problems and risks. And if you're thinking of getting a free Internet phone number for your business from a service like Google Voice, then you definitely want to heed this warning. Here are the five reasons why a (so-called) free internet phone number for your business is actually a costly liability instead...