Landline business phone systems have remained essentially unchanged for decades. Despite being invented in 1973, the first VOIP phone software wasn’t created until 1995. Now VOIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) Phones are popping up all over the business landscape. This technology has several advantages over other forms of phones.
Call Transfer Capabilities
Using a VOIP phone system, you can transfer calls to any other phone. This means you can switch between your mobile, computer or even a traditional handset seamlessly. You can answer your desk phone from your mobile if you are not in the office. Your receptionist can transfer important calls to you no matter where you are.
Saves Money
The is no question that VOIP is less expensive than traditional phone systems. In some cases, you can make overseas calls at little or no cost. Every call an employee makes costs the business less. Even with the cost of new equipment, VOIP is still less expensive and more versatile than a traditional phone system.
Data and Voice Integration
Voice and data integration combines multiple technologies into one. Instead of having one device for data and another for phone service, VOIP gives you both. You can use your computer and cell phone for data transfer as well as voice. This integration also makes video calls possible.
Easy to Use
VOIP is very easy to use and easy to navigate. If you are using a traditional handset system or a mobile phone, you simply answer the call. If you want to make a call, all you do is dial. For a mobile phone, you might have to bring up the VOIP program dialer and then dial. The VOIP program will probably look and feel like almost every other smartphone dialing app.
VOIP can benefit large and small businesses alike. It allows you to connect to the rest of the world and expand your business into the global marketplace, all at a lower price than traditional phone lines.