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7 steps to improve unified communications security
Unified communications security should not be overlooked. Follow these seven best practices to ensure all the elements of your UC system are secure.
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Microsoft Teams reaches 20 million users, threatening Slack
Microsoft Teams has pulled well ahead of Slack with 20 million daily active users. Adoption of Teams will likely continue among the 200 million workers using Office 365.
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The advantages of video calling drive business competition
Established companies can have a hard time competing with younger cloud-native competitors. But the advantages of video calling can level the playing field.
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How do you plan for replacing a business phone system?
A few factors can indicate it's time to replace a business phone system. Learn when it may be time to switch and how to decide on a course of action.
UCaaS vs. CPaaS: Weighing Cloud UC Deployment Options
Featuring advice from industry experts at Nemertes Research, West Gates Networks & Frost & Sullivan, this guide explores differences between UCaaS and CPaaS tech, and key features of UCaaS to help you make a more informed buying decision and reap all the benefits of cloud UC.
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Video conferencing interoperability's evolution
In this roundup of UC blogs, analysts discuss the future of video interoperability, Zoom's evolution in business communications and key announcements from Microsoft Ignite.
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Mobile UC a key element in digital transformation
A successful UC mobility strategy caters to remote workers, takes advantage of mobile-first applications and incorporates video communications.
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How can UC analytics detect a security breach?
UC analytics can be the first warning that your UC system's security has been breached. Comparing statistics month to month can help identify potential security problems.
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How do you plan for replacing a business phone system?
A few factors can indicate it's time to replace a business phone system. Learn when it may be time to switch and how to decide on a course of action.
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How do no-code applications benefit from CPaaS APIs?
Low-code and no-code applications are gaining traction in the CPaaS market as vendors offer capabilities that reduce coding requirements for developers.
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How IT can help prevent UC tool communication overload
The use of too many communication tools can create communication overload for employees. To help, IT may be able to take preventative measures.
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The advantages of video calling drive business competition
Established companies can have a hard time competing with younger cloud-native competitors. But the advantages of video calling can level the playing field.
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Video conferencing interoperability's evolution
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What are the benefits of 5G VoIP?
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CPaaS trends reflect expanded vendor offerings
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How IT can help prevent UC tool communication overload
The use of too many communication tools can create communication overload for employees. To help, IT may be able to take preventative measures.
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How can UC analytics detect a security breach?
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Assessing aspects of hybrid cloud video security
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Barriers still slow cloud UC deployments
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How do you plan for replacing a business phone system?
A few factors can indicate it's time to replace a business phone system. Learn when it may be time to switch and how to decide on a course of action.
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UCaaS provider success relies on 2 key strategies
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A remote working strategy needs a business continuity plan
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CPaaS vendors can't ignore email in an omnichannel strategy
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Buyer's Handbook | August 2019
A detailed guide to unified communications platforms
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Buyer's Handbook | June 2019
Find the best UCaaS providers and products to meet your needs
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E-Handbook | June 2019
Collaboration tools are must-haves, but not one-size-fits-all
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Buyer's Handbook | April 2019
Assess a combined VoIP and unified communications framework
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Buyer's Handbook | March 2019
Evaluating modern VoIP technology and platforms for businesses
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What are the benefits of UC in a cloud-based office suite?
Adopting the UC tools within a cloud-based office suite may be the most beneficial option if users are already comfortable with the suite's features.
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Understanding key video conferencing components
Video conferencing is an essential tool for working with a team. Use this glossary to determine which components of video conferencing are best for your business.
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Are you ready for a hybrid UC migration?
Hybrid UC is an option for organizations that aren't ready or able to move all of their UC to the cloud. Take this quiz to test your knowledge of a hybrid UC migration.
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How to navigate the SIP landscape
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Blog: Unified Communications Nation
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Advanced huddle room technology improves experience
Fitting huddle rooms with audio and video isn't as simple as taking an offering meant for the boardroom and putting it in a smaller space. Due to their size, huddle rooms present a unique set of ...Continue Reading
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Quantifying success for team collaboration applications
Organizations that deploy team collaboration applications are looking to achieve the greatest ROI possible. The struggle is in determining what metrics to quantify the success and ROI of these ...Continue Reading
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Microsoft Teams reaches 20 million users, threatening Slack
Microsoft Teams has pulled well ahead of Slack with 20 million daily active users. Adoption of Teams will likely continue among the 200 million workers using Office 365.
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Business Video Conferencing and Telepresence Technology
8x8 Video Meetings launches for free in challenge to Zoom
8x8 Video Meetings has launched as a free, stand-alone app. It will rival free versions of Zoom and GoToMeeting, as 8x8 looks to use the offering to funnel businesses into its UCaaS platform.
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Business Video Conferencing and Telepresence Technology
Amazon Chime gets integration with Dolby Voice Room
Amazon Chime now integrates with Dolby Voice Room, a hardware kit for small and midsize meeting rooms. It's Amazon Chime's first pre-integrated room system.