Posted by Infinium Infinium on September 18th, 2017 in Blog, SIP Trunking, Unified Communications
Businesses are making the switch to unified communications from Public Switched Telephone Networks (PSTNs) because the Internet has made communications more cost-effective, flexible, and efficient. But as the demand for access continues to grow, network operators are making the move to better support all communications through unified solutions. In fact, in the next year, Verizon will have discontinued all ISDN services, a platform used for data exchange, voice, and video.
Verizon’s move mirrors that of many telecommunications companies updating their technology to match the needs of enterprises across the globe. SIP trunking is replacing ISDN to support unified communications.
What is SIP trunking?
A SIP trunk is a virtual connection between an organization and an Internet Telephone Service Provider (ITSP). The connection is either through lines that link the trunk to other IP traffic or through the Internet with a Virtual Private Network (VPN).
The major benefit of SIP trunking in day-to-day business processes is that it eases the flow of communication between your representatives and your clients. There are additional benefits to SIP trunking:
How can you ensure a seamless transition to SIP trunking?
There are three basic steps that will help you fully enjoy the benefits of SIP trunking:
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