Ask the Experts

Ask the Experts

• 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

• What role do ideation tools play in collaboration spaces?

  Ideation is a popular buzzword to describe meeting room technology. Learn what collaborative ideation really means and how it can fit into an organization's collaboration strategy.  Continue Reading

• 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

• How are SIP trunking vendors differentiating their services?

  SIP trunking vendors are using security features to differentiate themselves in a crowded market. Our expert explains what types of SIP trunking security you can expect.  Continue Reading

• How does embedded communication work with an IP PBX infrastructure?

  Adding communications capabilities to your web browsers or mobile apps? Be sure to use the right protocols for successful interoperability with your IP PBX or telephony infrastructure.  Continue Reading

• What are the E911 location tracking requirements for VoIP?

  The rules around E911 location tracking have evolved as more businesses move away from traditional wired connections to VoIP. Here's how to stay compliant with FCC regulations.  Continue Reading

• How can you measure WebRTC performance?

  Organizations can take two approaches to measure WebRTC quality, both of which assess real-time communications performance on end-user devices and the network.  Continue Reading

• What factors influence WebRTC performance?

  Understanding the potential issues that could affect the performance of WebRTC apps starts with knowing which factors to look at and how they function.  Continue Reading

• What are potential use cases for meeting room software?

  It's likely that even your hardware-based meeting room is making use of software. Our expert explains where software fits into meeting rooms and its use cases.  Continue Reading

• How do you build a business case for speech technology applications?

  Building a business case for speech technology requires an understanding of the current use cases. Our expert explains what to look for when building a business case for speech technology.  Continue Reading

• 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

• What are speech technology applications beyond contact centers?

  Speech technology applications aren't confined to contact centers. Our expert explains the use cases for the technology, including personal digital assistants and knowledge management.  Continue Reading

• 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

• 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

• How do APIs work, and how can you ensure they are secure?

  Understanding how APIs work and how they are used is essential when formulating security policies. Our expert outlines four steps to set up a first line of defense.  Continue Reading