RingCentral Floats a PBX in the Cloud Jul 23, 2009
has rolled out a new Internet-based business phone system aimed at small businesses that need a multi-line, multi-location setup but that want to avoid the hassle and expense of a traditional hardware PBX solution ... They have a non-scalable PBX that is expensive to buy and maintain, and a traditional phone system that s not flexible. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Hurricane Survival Tips Jul 17, 2009
-Have battery back-up for your PBX or multi-line phone equipment. -Consider phone company services that allow you to forward your calls to working numbers or answering systems, even if your business phones are knocked out. (CBS News -- US)
» View More Jul 15, 2009
Service providers and IP PBX vendors, alike, are introducing media phones because they add value to traditional voice telephones and related services. This report examines the market for media phones in both the consumer and business markets. (Multichannel News)
Small Business Jul 5, 2009
June 26, 2009] This inexpensive PBX telephony system provides sophisticated communications features without requiring sophisticated skills. . (LinuxPlanet)
CloverLeaf and Minerva Deliver IPTV Interactivity to Independent Telephone Companies Jun 29, 2009
Pineland's newest subsidiary, Pineland Technology Solutions, offers computer services, security systems, Key & PBX systems, and video production services. For more information, visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Jazinga Offers Telecom for the Technically Challenged Jun 27, 2009
have two basic choices: a hosted PBX service or purchasing, configuring, and maintaining a full-blown IP PBX. ... -based claims to offer some of the benefits of a hosted PBX simple set-up and management in an on-premise IP PBX. Capital outlays are modest, about $1,000, exclusive of phones, and you don t pay forever ... The product is a combination phone switch and wireless network hub/router running simplified SIP/-based PBX software written by Jazinga. (SmallBusinessComputing)
IP Sizzles in Voice, Data and Security Jun 26, 2009
The IP PBX is becoming a Unified Communications Platform that includes Voice, Fax, Presence, and IM messaging. Video is coming into the limelight with Video Surveillance using Megapixel IP Cameras with HDTV quality. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
PBX Advises of Decision Not to Proceed With Extension of Certain Existing Stock Options Jun 20, 2009
Source: International PBX Ventures Ltd. ... VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - June 19, 2009) - International PBX Ventures Ltd. (TSX VENTURE: - ) ... Further to its news release of June 4, 2009, International PBX Ventures Ltd. (the "Company" or "PBX") announces that it has reconsidered its decision to extend the term of 1,300,000 previously granted stock options (with expiry dates ranging from May 2010 to September 2010) and will not be extending the term of any previously granted... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Is Telework a Fit for Your Business? Jun 16, 2009
But before you rush out and buy a new IP PBX, ask yourself what telework can actually do for your business. Isabelle Guis, senior director of marketing for small and medium enterprises at Avaya is the first to admit small businesses aren t interested in soft benefits. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Mobile unified communications services Jun 3, 2009
Sprint's Wireless Integration Service provides unlimited enterprise calling for mobile phones and can route international mobile calls through trunks off the premises-based PBX, saving per-minute international roaming costs ... Hosted PBX services provide features similar to mobile extension products, but they are offered as hosted services that enable incoming call routing based on predefined rules. (SearchMobileComputing.com)
New Phybridge UniPhyer Levels the Business VoIP and IP Telephony Playing Field Jun 2, 2009
The company's UniPhyer solution makes any IP PBX into a simple risk-free, plug-and-play installation with significantly lower costs than traditional deployments. It's deployment from the end-user organization's perspective. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Ben Franklin OKs new investments May 27, 2009
CoreDial provides hosted PBX, VoIP, and data services for emerging growth and medium businesses. Hybrid Integration of Yardley will be allotted $225,000. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Telesphere gets $15M from 3 investment firms to expand May 27, 2009
With Telesphere, businesses do not need to buy expensive "private-branch exchange," or PBX, equipment used to route calls in and out of an organization. Using a combination of private Internet connections and other "hosted" services, Telesphere is more cost-effective for small and medium-size businesses that want to use VoIP services. (AZCentral -- Business)
Sangoma Announces Grant of Stock Options May 20, 2009
Sangoma's data cards, voice cards, gateways and connectivity software are used in leading PBX, IVR, Contact Center and data communication applications worldwide. The product line represents a comprehensive toolset for deploying cost-effective, powerful, and flexible software communication applications. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
TSX Venture Exchange Closing Summary for May 19, 2009 May 20, 2009
Most Active Issues by Volume Volume Name Symbol Close Change 11,402,899 Intl PBX Ventures Ltd. PBX $0. 045 $0. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Bezeq Group Reports Record First Quarter 2009 Financial Results May 20, 2009
"As a result of our strong cash management, streamlining and cost efficiency measures, the Bezeq Group ended the first quarter with cash and short-term investments of NIS 1.74 billion. Cost savings during the quarter amounted to a 4.7% year-over-year reduction in consolidated salaries and operating and general expenses (combined), primarily related to efficiency measures implemented by Bezeq Fixed-Line and yes. The strength of our balance sheet places us in a position of strength as we navigate... (PR Newswire)
Q&A: Panasonic's 'recession busting' VoIP promotion explained May 14, 2009
The NCP is a true internet protocol (IP) PBX platform with a unified communications server built into its appliance format. This combination of IP and business communication applications has proved a real winner with small and medium-sized businesses mainly because of its ease of installation and operation. (Accounting Web, UK)
NCH Software Adds Web Console Management for Their IVR Software May 13, 2009
"NCH Software, like most businesses, uses the IVM as a call attendant and voice mail system in conjunction with our Virtual PBX, Axon, but it is also popular for the interactive dialing and message delivery capabilities.". Police stations servicing remote communities have installed the IVM to schedule outbound interactive calls to check on elderly or disabled residents. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
PSS Helps Frugal Enterprises Extend Life of Existing Contact Center Equipment May 8, 2009
PSS, experts in contact center infrastructure and applications, today announced record first quarter financial results driven by brisk demand for the company's maintenance and support programs that extend the life of existing IVR, CTI, and PBX systems ... Work PSS is performing for these customers includes: - Long term maintenance and support contracts for legacy IVR, CTI, and PBX systems - IVR and CTI application development - User Interface Design and optimization - FlexxGate Media Gateway... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Brekeke PBX and Sangoma's NetBorder Express Gateway Now Interoperable May 5, 2009
Combination of SIP-based IP-PBX software and in-server gateway architecture yields compact and cost-effective enterprise communication systems ... Brekeke's award-winning IP-PBX product, Brekeke PBX, and Sangoma's NetBorder Express Gateway are both based on the SIP communication protocol for Voice-over-IP. ... This successful validation of interoperability which included comprehensive functionality and stability tests ensures that users of the advanced Brekeke PBX software can now select... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Verizon Fixed Mobile Convergence Solutions Help Improve Business Efficiencies for a Mobile Workforce May 5, 2009
Company's PBX Mobile Extension Powered by BlackBerry Mobile Voice System, Wireless Office and Leading Voice-Over-IP Offerings Enhance Enterprise Mobility ... As one of the first major service providers in June 2007 to introduce a fixed mobile convergence service using BlackBerry MVS with Verizon PBX Mobile Extension, Verizon plans to support the new version of BlackBerry MVS. ... "Our business customers are employing a powerful combination of PBX Mobile Extension, Wireless Office, IP Trunking... (PR Newswire)
BlackBerry MVS Server for Cisco Unified Communications Manager Unifies and Controls Corporate Voice Services on BlackBerry Smartphones May 4, 2009
BlackBerry MVS Server is also available for a variety of telecommunications environments, including support for mixed TDM and IP PBX environments. For more information about BlackBerry MVS Server for Cisco Unified Communications Manager and other PBX systems, visit. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
QubeConnect pitches against the big boys May 2, 2009
It has introduced the QT5 IP PBX (private business exchange) solution targeted at the SoHo market. The QT5 can handle up to five concurrent calls and cater up to 20 users. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Frost & Sullivan Presents Webinar, 'Delivering Communications in a Down Economy: Is SaaS the Answer?' May 2, 2009
To date, hosted voice has stumbled in a marketplace dominated by PBX vendors and their channels. Is SaaS a better fit for UC. (PR Newswire)
Obituaries for Wednesday, April 29, 2009 Apr 29, 2009
She then went to work for the La Crosse Telephone Co. as an operator and later worked for Gateway Transfer Co. as a PBX operator. It was during this time Joan met and married John C. Shimshak. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Hosted Voice Services: A Review of Aptela’s Phone Service Apr 28, 2009
is a privately held company that launched its initial PBX software service back in 2001, adding comprehensive VoIP functionality in 2004. By any measure, Aptela would have to be considered a long-term player in the hosted voice marketplace. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Hosted Voice Services: The Players Apr 28, 2009
In our last two tutorials, we introduced the of the Hosted PBX, where the telephone switching function is moved from the customer s premises to an application service provider (ASP) ... In this tutorial, we will examine the marketplace for hosted services, in an effort to determine both the breadth and depth of hosted PBX offerings and look at some of the issues that need to be addressed if you are considering adopting this technology. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Mobile unified communication products Apr 28, 2009
In effect, the mobile phone operates outside the enterprise private branch exchange (PBX) or telephony service. These mobile users must endure numerous inconveniences, including dependence on two phones (desktop and mobile), two phone numbers, two voice mailboxes, and two contact directories. (SearchMobileComputing.com)
Hosted Voice Services: Pros and Cons Apr 28, 2009
In our , we kicked off this ongoing series by introducing the concept of the hosted PBX, or hosted telephone system, in which the switching function is moved from the customer s premises to those of an application service provider (ASP), which then takes on responsibility for a significant share of the network implementation and ongoing management functions. We also reviewed some of the predecessor technologies to hosted PBX applications, including hardware PBXs (on-premises switching), Centrex... (SmallBusinessComputing)
Hosted Voice Services: Basic Concepts Apr 18, 2009
The type of service offering that we are talking about goes by several different names, including Hosted PBX or a Hosted Telephone System. And since up-to-date phone systems today run on IP networks, rather than the traditional TDM phone network built by Ma Bell in the last century, they are often called Hosted IP PBX or Hosted Voice over IP (VoIP) services ... com to review the offerings as many of the regional and national hosted PBX providers as we can find. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Tackling security of VoIP networks Apr 14, 2009
One of the most vulnerable flaws on a VoIP network lies in the softswitch that is open to a denial of service (DoS) attack crippling the IP PBX. When an IP PBX telephone system is compromised through DoS, users will experience a drop in service quality and eventually are unable to perform simple tasks like placing or receiving calls or sending faxes. Most solutions available from VoIP vendors protect IP PBX systems from DoS but are not thorough enough to combat stealth DoS attacks ... Many... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Technology)
VoIP Services are Vulnerable to Botnets, Security Researchers Say Apr 12, 2009
"If I steal a bunch of [Skype accounts], I can set up [a PBX] to round-robin all those numbers, and I can set up a virtual Skype botnet to make outbound calls. It would be hell on wheels for a phisher and it would be a hell of an attack for Skype," James said. In Google Voice, the attacker could even intercept or snoop on incoming calls, James said. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Agito Networks Intelligently Mobilizes Unified Communications Applications With Next-Generation Mobile Convergence Products Apr 6, 2009
RoamAnywhere mobilizes voice and Unified Communications for enterprises of all sizes, extending PBX and deskphone features to mobile phones ... Purpose-built for the enterprise, RoamAnywhere uniquely offers high availability, redundancy, security, enterprise scalability, and the industry's broadest mobile handset and IP-PBX support ... Agito has also further extended its native PBX support with the addition of the Alcatel-Lucent OmniPCX Enterprise and ShoreTel ShoreGear PBX platforms, as well as... (PR Newswire)
The Economy is Rough on Your Bottom Line - Award Winning VoiceGear Skype Gateways For Business Will help Slash Your Telecom Bills Apr 1, 2009
Existing VoiceGear customers enjoy: * Free global communication between head office and mobile employees to avoid roaming fees * Free communication between all offices, worldwide * Free calls from websites to reduce 1-800 expenses and increase sales (Web Click-to-Call) * Free phone lines (no monthly fees) to add to PBX and replace expensive landlines * Ultra cheap rates for international calling ... Bob Robertson, President of a customer service firm based in Miami Beach, Florida says: "Using... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Verizon Business Reduces the Complexity of VoIP for European Enterprises Apr 1, 2009
"Verizon Business has the largest IP Trunking deployment in Europe with availability across eight countries. The latest offer is multisite IP Trunking, which allows enterprises to use a centralized PBX that can support locations in multiple countries and allows them to eliminate premises gateways at remote locations.". Verizon Business' premier VoIP solution -- IP Trunking -- now offers enterprise customers the flexibility to implement a centralized IP PBX hub in one European location and to... (PR Newswire)
IDC: SaaS Growth Coming Mar 28, 2009
Since then, Dreambuilder has adopted a multitude of other SaaS vendors including hosted PBX provider , for backup, and for hosted Exchange. Develop a strategic vision. (Datamation)
Nextiva Receives Unified Communications® Magazine's 2008 Product of the Year Award Mar 28, 2009
Nextiva Inc. announced today that Technology Marketing Corporation's (TMC) Unified Communications magazine has named the Nextiva Hosted PBX Connect 360 as a recipient of its 2008 Product of the Year Award ... "Nextiva has proven they are committed to quality and excellence while addressing real needs in the marketplace. Unified Communications is pleased to grant a 2008 Product of the Year Award to their Nextiva Hosted PBX Connect 360," said Rich Tehrani, TMC President and Editor-in-Chief of... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
EOC moves closer to identifying location of 911 cell phone calls Mar 24, 2009
Anderson said that charge could be eliminated on April 15 when the new pbx switchboard installed at the EOC by ATompleted. Anderson said additional radio signal repeaters purchased through a federal grant have been provided to county fire districts. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Skype Now Means Business, Friends The SIP World Mar 23, 2009
The company today announced that it will play nice with corporate PBX systems that use Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) ... It s really, the first practical Skype gateway from a PBX platform. (Salon)
Promero announces Call Center Software Solution with Predictive Dialer for Financial Markets Mar 22, 2009
Contact Center Anywhere v8 features include Multi-Channel ACD Built-In Softswitch (SIP IP PBX) and TDM Switching Provides skills-based routing and a universal queue for phone calls, e-mails, faxes, voicemails, voice-over-Web calls, callbacks to route customers in virtual queue, chat and Web-collaboration sessions. Contact Center Anywhere replaces or co-exists with existing PBX Inbound/outbound cross-media blending, integrated outbound predictive/preview dialing IVR. Chat includes Web... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Blackberry App Store (Almost) Open Mar 20, 2009
"The technology that allows you to send and receive mobile calls through the PBX system is probably going to get more attention over the next year," he said. This article was first published on. (Datamation)
Review: Toktumi's Hosted IP PBX Mar 20, 2009
may not do everything under the Web-communications sun, but what it does hosted, over-the-Net virtual PBX with a dedicated business number, sophisticated call processing, and audio conferencing it does well ... In the meantime, if your primary requirement is voice and you want the professional-sounding presence of a PBX without the expense, Toktumi may be just the ticket ... The PBX features auto attendant, call routing, limited find-me-follow-me capabilities, voicemail as e-mail are central to... (SmallBusinessComputing)
Verizon Business Empowers Corporate Users Through Unified Communications Mar 11, 2009
Verizon Business Application Management for Office Communications Server provides full integration and support with any Microsoft-certified PBX or SIP Trunk. The technology is particularly beneficial for workers who are traveling or telecommuting, as the VoIP functionality enables users to place a call from their computer wherever an Internet connection is available, without incurring additional long-distance charges. (PR Newswire)
Agito Networks Announces European Availability of Its Enterprise-Grade Mobile Convergence Products for Enhanced Mobile UC Mar 9, 2009
Purpose-built for the enterprise, RoamAnywhere uniquely offers high availability, redundancy, security, enterprise scalability, and the industry's broadest mobile handset and IP-PBX support. Agito offers the broadest handset and PBX support of any solution in the space, including European support for Alcatel and Shortel PBXs in addition to existing support for Cisco, Avaya, Microsoft, Nortel and Asterisk IP-PBXs ... For global workforces, RoamAnywhere intelligently re-directs international calls... (PR Newswire)
CounterPath X-Lite Softphone Reaches 340,000 Downloads Per Month Mar 6, 2009
Furthermore, X-Lite users will have access to new software options and services such as softphone to mobile SMS and auto-provisioning with multiple PBX systems, for a nominal fee. For more information or to download a copy of X-Lite, please visit. (PR Newswire)
Speakeasy Expands Voice and Data Service with Integrated Voice over Ethernet Mar 3, 2009
Speakeasy can integrate voice and data through analog lines, digital lines and/or directly to IP PBX systems through its direct SIP capability. Optional features for Speakeasy's Integrated Voice over Ethernet are available as part of Speakeasy's hosted VoIP network, and include Auto Attendant, Hunt Groups and other enhanced features unique to hosted VoIP.. (PR Newswire)
Speakeasy Launches Direct SIP for Integrated Voice Mar 3, 2009
Speakeasy expands SIP services to connect directly with IP PBX vendors through any legacy communication infrastructure ... Speakeasy's Integrated Voice connects to a traditional key system or PBX, and now with direct SIP, to an IP PBX, making it easier than ever to take advantage of the cost savings and flexibility of Speakeasy Voice ... To support direct SIP, Speakeasy plans to certify eight of the major IP PBX hardware manufacturers. (PR Newswire)
DiVitas' mobile desk phone Feb 17, 2009
DiVitas Mobile Unified Communications taps Wi-Fi and VoIP to marry the mobile smartphone with the company PBX ... Integrating the mobility client with the customer's existing PBX and adding presencing and instant messaging to the mix, DiVitas takes a respectable stab at eliminating the second-class status of the smartphone within the enterprise phone system ... My testing was done using an Asterisk PBX and an SMB version of the DiVitas server installed on a 1U Dell server in my lab at the... (InfoWorld)
IPgallery & Tvinci Jointly Release a Converged TV, Web 2.0 and Telco Solution Feb 16, 2009
Ido Wiesenberg, co-founder of Tvinci, commented: "The joint offering with IPgallery enables operators to provide an engaging video service that utilizes the advantages of the web. Making video more personalized and social is a key factor in enhancing discovery of content, thereby increasing site stickiness. With the unique viewing experience Tvinci produces and IPgallery's reliable deployment and convergence capabilities, operators can now increase the monetization potential from their branded... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Microsoft's Enterprise Search Road Map Leads to SharePoint Feb 11, 2009
- February 10, 2009 A Microsoft partner Tuesday launched a new service for SMBs that combines hosted unified communications with a hosted PBX.. - February 10, 2009 iPhone and iPod touch users looking to download software from Apple's App Store now have 20,000 programs to choose from--at. (PC World)
U.S. Government Goes Virtual for Obama Administration Feb 10, 2009
The company's hosted platform offers all the features of a corporate PBX at a fraction of the cost or complexity of traditional technology. VoiceNation offers companies a reliable outsourced voice platform, local number availability, , and live answering services, as well as robust disaster recovery services. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Verizon, Cisco Dial Up Unified Communications Feb 8, 2009
Installation cost is about 20 percent of the cost of your PBX, and then $5 per user per month. Volume discounts are available, and the price varies by the components installed. (IntranetJournal)
