The convergence of voice and data over the same network is an innovative and cost effective way to drive communications. While Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is not necessarily a new concept, it is still an emerging channel in mobility. The increase in demand for mobile VoIP is driving a whole new market for VoIP solutions.
This recent Teo blog highlights the trend in today’s business communications. According to a New York Times article, a new trend has emerged. For the first time in history, the number of technological devices necessary to operate in the business world is on the decline. The article, “Gadgets You Should Get Rid Of (or Not
),” highlights this decline both in the business and personal worlds. As VoIP solutions
continue to emerge, unified communications are expanding.
Teo is a company focused on VoIP solutions and other technology innovations designed to be simple and efficient to help the busy professional stay connected. Minimalism is a new preference in technology, and Unified Communications (News - Alert) (UC) solutions support this effort with VoIP solutions and other innovations.
Professional employees no longer need to carry a work phone, a personal cell phone and a laptop just to stay connected and productive in the field. Today, all of these devices can be combined into one smartphone, allowing users to leave other gadgets at home or get rid of them altogether.
This company provides the technology and VoIP solutions necessary to enable the professional employee to consolidate all communications to one phone number that will follow them wherever they go. One number can be used on the desk phone, the mobile phone, the Teo softphone and even the individual’s laptop.
The challenge, of course, is to identify what new technology innovations and VoIP solutions can actually add value to the work process, instead of just adding fluff and time wasters. With the increasing level of technology options available today, there are many that are simply not vital to productivity.
Tech users simply need to integrate various digital devices into one system and identify those features that improve the experience. At that point, the unnecessary devices can be eliminated. VoIP solutions can make this possible and unified communications can ensure you gain the most value from any integration. Are you ready to make this jump and decide how best to simplify, or minimize, your communications?
Want to learn more about Session Initiation Protocol (News - Alert)? Be sure to attend the SIP Tutorial Conference collocated with TMC’s (News - Alert) ITEXPO West 2011, taking place Sept. 13-15, 2011, in Austin, Texas. The SIP Tutorial, co-sponsored by TMC Partner Crossfire Media, is a full day training program that will focus on SIP technology from SIP messaging, though Server types, Security, Firewall and NAT operation, SIP Trunking, Troubleshooting and SIP in Unified Communications. To register, click here.
Susan J. Campbell is a contributing editor for TMCnet and has also written for eastbiz.com. To read more of Susan’s articles, please visit her columnist page.Edited by Jamie Epstein