What is a Business Phone?Today, more than ever, effective communication is paramount to success. Business owners understand the significance of staying connected with their customers, employees, and stakeholders. Ensuring seamless information flow, collaboration, and productivity is vital.A business phone is a crucial tool for any business owner or entrepreneur. It facilitates seamless communication among team members and with customers and clients. In recent years, business phones have evolved greatly, moving away from traditional physical phones towards more advanced solutions.At Carolina Digital Phone, we understand the importance of reliable and feature-rich business phone solutions. As a trusted VoIP provider with over...

There are some things that only folks from Charlotte, North Carolina understand. For example, Cheerwine won't make you tipsy, regardless of how much you drink. Barbecue sauce without vinegar is unacceptable. The only honest answer to "When does the humidity finally stop around here?" is "never."  If you don't know much about hosted PBX, (aka, VoIP or Voice Over Internet Protocol) phone service, we do! Carolina Digital is a proud North Carolina Based VoIP company providing unparalleled customer service to customers big and small since the 1980s. When it comes to VoIP systems and cloud phones, we've been there since the...

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...

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...

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 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...

SIP ALG is a technology that is available on most commercial routers, which is a networking device that forwards traffic to the Internet, or between local area networks (LANs). The “SIP” part refers to Session Initiation Protocol. This is an underlying service that powers all VoIP activity. For example, SIP registers devices, ensures call presence, and governs call audio. The "ALG" part refers to Application Layer Gateway. This is a network address translation (NAT) tool that changes private IP addresses and ports into public IP addresses and ports. It functions as a proxy to re-establish the destination addresses in data packets, which...

Carolina Digital Phone’s Hosted Cloud Phone System for HVAC Companies It is predicted that the HVAC systems market will experience a 5.6% CAGR during the next several years. North America accounts for the largest market share. According to projections by Extrapolate, the market is expected to reach a valuation of USD 273 billion by 2032. This is due to the increasing adoption of modern infrastructure worldwide. Additionally, the growing demand for energy-efficient solutions, as well as technological advancements in the HVAC industry, are some of the major factors driving growth. HVAC VoIP provides Ongoing Growth To stay competitive, many HVAC companies are looking...

While all businesses have ebbs and flows, seasonal businesses such as those in the tourism, hospitality, landscaping, gardening, home improvement, and recreation industries have high peaks — and deep valleys. As long as people are at home and not working, businesses such as ski resorts, golf courses, summer camps, and food trucks have to plan accordingly. A cloud telephone system is a perfect solution for seasonal businesses.  Because of the flexibility, it offers a variety of features and benefits that can help them make the most of their off-season while still being prepared for when things get busy. Here are just...

The advanced features of a VoIP phone system bring significant additional value when compared to traditional landlines. VoIP systems often include additional features such as call forwarding, call routing, and virtual extensions, which enhance productivity and streamline communication within an organization. Additionally, VoIP systems typically offer advanced call management features like voicemail-to-email transcription, call recording, and video conferencing, enabling seamless collaboration and improved customer service. With cost-effective pricing plans and scalability, VoIP phone systems deliver an array of features that go beyond the limitations of traditional landlines, making them indispensable tool for modern businesses....