Ask the Experts

Ask the Experts

• How can I use an online whiteboard in my business?

  Online whiteboards can be used for much more than basic note taking. UC expert Jon Arnold explains why whiteboard collaboration is vital to virtual meetings.  Continue Reading

• What are the security risks of a WebRTC implementation?

  WebRTC security involves two layers: the browser and the developer. When adopting WebRTC, enterprises need to consider the different security measures and implications in place.  Continue Reading

• Are real-time collaboration tools necessary for enterprises?

  Real-time collaboration has become a business requirement to support new ways of working. Expert Jon Arnold explains the importance of real-time collaboration tools in the enterprise.  Continue Reading

• How can I address the challenges of real-time apps over Wi-Fi?

  Users often compete for bandwidth supremacy when running real-time UC apps in a Wi-Fi environment. Networking expert Carrie Higbie explains how to design a network to support needy real-time apps.  Continue Reading

• How can my company integrate a social collaboration platform?

  Organizations must involve early adopters in the process when deploying social collaboration software to ensure widespread adoption, according to UC expert Jon Arnold.  Continue Reading

• How do you meet VoIP bandwidth requirements?

  Making sure VoIP bandwidth is sufficient can be difficult when the network is shared with non-mission critical apps. Expert Michael Brandenburg offers tips on how to support VoIP.  Continue Reading

• How secure is open source collaboration software?

  Open source collaboration can be rife with risk. Learn about the open source security requirements to consider and who should be responsible for security and support.  Continue Reading

• Are digital phones required for a VoIP deployment?

  Configuring VoIP phones can take a good deal of legwork. Network expert Carrie Higbie explains the options available to organizations, from digital phones to softphones.  Continue Reading

• How can organizations leverage WebRTC support for mobility?

  WebRTC support can help organizations push mobility initiatives beyond smartphones and tablets. Expert Tsahi Levent-Levi explains how WebRTC can make employees truly mobile.  Continue Reading

• Do enterprises need HD audio conferencing?

  Expert Jon Arnold explains the significance of high-definition audio conferencing services and the types of meetings that would benefit from high-quality audio.  Continue Reading

• Is open source collaboration software viable for businesses?

  Open source collaboration software could be an attractive option for enterprises looking for something at a low-cost. But most businesses may not be able to fully adopt open source software.  Continue Reading

• What 'hidden' BYOD costs should organizations consider?

  While a BYOD program may, at first, seem like an easy cost-savings initiative, an organization that hasn't set usage policies and prepared its network may face unexpected costs.  Continue Reading

• How vital is VoIP training for users during a migration?

  When migrating to VoIP training must extend beyond the IT department. End users will need training on features such as voicemail and conference calls to avoid migration setbacks.  Continue Reading

• How can UC use SDN for IP-based communications?

  While software-defined networking is still in its early stages, there are some SDN use cases for UC that can make managing applications and services on the network easier.  Continue Reading

• How do you choose your SIP service deployment model?

  There is no one-size-fits-all approach to SIP. Networking expert Michael Brandenburg explains how to choose between a decentralized and centralized SIP trunking deployment.  Continue Reading