Ask the Experts
Ask the Experts
Unified Communications Architecture and Service Models
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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. Continue Reading
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Which vendors still support on-premises UC infrastructure?
Not all organizations can migrate UC to the cloud. For those unable to migrate, a few vendors continue to support UC infrastructure on premises. Continue Reading
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What are the top CPaaS use cases in healthcare?
CPaaS use cases change from industry to industry. In healthcare, better patient care and streamlined processes are the main focus for CPaaS technology. Continue Reading
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How can IT approach a cloud-based unified communications migration?
Migrating to cloud-based unified communications can offer organizations greater agility, but benefits need to be weighed against the loss of IT control. Continue Reading
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How does cloud SIP trunking differ from traditional SIP trunking?
Traditional and cloud SIP trunking perform the same tasks of initiating and ending call sessions, but the method and costs of access create distinct differences in these services. Continue Reading
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How are web conferencing and video conferencing different?
The differences in web conferencing vs. video conferencing have diminished over time. Learn how technology advancements have led to the convergence of these two tools. Continue Reading
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How does the cloud offer new contact center capabilities?
Moving from on premises to a cloud contact center comes with a litany of changes. Learn what contact center capabilities you should factor into your CCaaS migration planning. Continue Reading
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What are the benefits of private cloud UCaaS and who offers it?
The rise of private cloud is changing how some vendors approach UC services. Find out the benefits of UCaaS and which vendors offer UCaaS in a private cloud. Continue Reading
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How does management of collaboration apps and UC platforms differ?
As unified communications and collaboration move to the cloud, the management requirements for platforms and apps diverge. Learn where IT should re-evaluate its management priorities. Continue Reading
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How is CPaaS influencing UCaaS vendor portfolios?
The customizability of CPaaS is changing how UCaaS vendors approach their platforms. Vendors are adopting more APIs to integrate CPaaS capabilities within their UCaaS platforms. Continue Reading
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What UC monitoring tools are most important?
Our expert explains the UC monitoring tools you need and the potential network problems you may discover in your UC and collaboration environments. Continue Reading
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Should team collaboration apps be stand-alone or integrated?
Team collaboration can be deployed as part of an integrated offering or as a separate app. Our expert explains why IT may not have much control over collaborative environment decisions. Continue Reading
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What cloud-based unified communications certifications are available?
The requirements for cloud-based unified communications certifications vary by industry and network environment. UC expert Carrie Higbie Goetz explains how to choose the right certifications for a UCaaS system. Continue Reading
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How do microservices work with unified communications platforms?
While a microservices architecture for UC platforms isn't obvious to enterprises, it can improve how service providers deliver and update their services for enterprise customers. Continue Reading
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What WAN configuration best supports UCaaS platform deployments?
Preparing for a UCaaS deployment means having the right WAN circuit configuration, with enough bandwidth to support all of your data and prioritize voice and video traffic with real-time delivery needs. Continue Reading