If you are planning on adding locations, then you want to ensure that your phone system supports your growth vs. blocks it. Below are 7 reasons why voice over internet protocol (VoIP) is the perfect phone system for multiple locations: 1. Significant Cost Savings The first and most important reason why a VoIP (a.k.a. cloud-based) phone system is the best phone system for multiple locations is simple: you will dramatically reduce your telecommunication costs. Instead of spending thousands (or tens of thousands) of dollars to purchase, install, and maintain an on-site phone system at each location, you just plug in your digital phones...

After two years of lockdowns, supply chain issues, and other pandemic-related restrictions, businesses can finally start moving forward in the “new normal,” right? Wrong! Because while the worst of Covid seems behind us, there is now another threat to confront: the highest levels of inflation in 40 years. The costs of living are up as is the cost of borrowing. In this article, answer the question: How does inflation affect businesses? We also provide practical tips on cutting costs. Understanding the Basics Essentially, inflation occurs when prices go up. As a result — and this is the crucial thing to keep in mind...

Flash quiz: what do Apple, Amazon, and Google have in common? They were all born in a garage. Beginnings don’t get much humbler than that! Now, we can’t say that your start up will one day become a billion-dollar unicorn. But we can say that your success — and frankly, your survival — depends on getting the right technology, for an affordable price. A VoIP phone system (Voice over Internet Protocol) should be on the top of your “shopping list.” Here are 4 reasons why VoIP is right for start up businesses: 1. You Will Save Thousands in Up Front CapEx...

Here at Carolina Digital Phone, one of the most important (and common) questions we get asked from prospective customers is: what is the bandwidth required for VoIP? Other common questions asked are about download speed and overall internet speed. In a moment, we dive into these questions. First, let's take a step back and look at some bandwidth basics.   What is Bandwidth, Anyway? The term bandwidth is used all over the place. But just what does it actually mean in simple terms? Essentially, bandwidth is a measurement of the maximum capacity of a communication link (wired or wireless) over a network connection...

IntroductionDo you want to save money on business phone systems and still get the most advanced features? Voice over Internet Protocol or VoIP hosted phone systems can offer a wide range of advantages that traditional landline phones cannot. With the right VoIP provider, businesses can enjoy lower costs, better voice quality, portability, advanced features, and greater accessibility. In this article, we'll explore the benefits of VoIP systems so you can make an informed decision about whether it's right for your business.Small businesses are continuously devising strategies to gain an edge over their competitors. Technology has taken leaps and bounds in...

The Hosted PBX VoIP Market should reach Multimillion USD by 2028, according to a new study. This growth is attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic. The demand for Hosted PBX solutions increases, as a result. Businesses want ways to keep their employees connected and productive and improve cost savings. This need became critical during the pandemic.  Companies relocated workers to remote locations, and that need remains important.The report examines the competition, supply, and demand trends. Additionally, key factors contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors are provided for the market year 2022.In...

Tax season is here, which means that accounting firms need to be at their very best. Below, we highlight 5 Key Ways VoIP Can Help Accounting Firms to outperform and outpace their competition now and into the future: Total Mobility for Accounting Firms Among the biggest and most important ways that VoIP (short for Voice over Internet Protocol) phone systems can help accounting firms maximize productivity, efficiency, and client service is by enabling total mobility. All employees can make and receive calls from anywhere, simply by using an app on their smartphone. When an employee makes outgoing calls with the app, the accounting...

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is a cloud-based phone system technology that enables businesses to make internet calls using a phone. It is quickly becoming the preferred choice for businesses that are looking to streamline their communication and reduce their costs. In this article, we will discuss the benefits of VoIP, how to choose the right VoIP provider, setting up VoIP, and getting the most out of it. What is VoIP? VoIP is a type of technology that allows voice and multimedia communications to be sent over the internet. It works by converting analog audio signals into digital data packets, which are...

Construction companies are increasingly using hosted cloud phone systems to improve communication, track materials and coordinate designs between teams. This helps them manage projects better and keep up with the fast pace of the industry.Across the U.S., nearly 753,000 firms in the construction industry employ more than 7.8 million people. This includes carpenters, electricians, project managers, site managers, masons, plumbers, welders, glaziers, surveyors, engineers, architects, and the list goes on.  Collectively, they build over $1.8 trillion worth of structures each year.Strong, Ongoing GrowthConstruction projects which were canceled in the past have restarted. Low-interest rates mean the construction industry will keep...

When selecting a call center or contact center platform, there may be certain terms or features of which you are unsure. Many platforms display these details in feature lists but do not explain them in detail. First, let's talk about call centers vs contact centers. A call center is a facility that offers customer service via phone calls, managed by personnel known as call center agents. A contact center is a department that offers customer service across multiple communication channels.   Various industries, including healthcare, financial services, e-commerce, retail, technology, business process consulting, and business services use call center phone systems. Providing your...