February 2008

• February 29, 2008 29 Feb'08

  zenware

  Zenware refers to application programs that function with a minimum of superfluous user intervention... (Continued)  Continue Reading

• February 28, 2008 28 Feb'08

  Maturing Wi-Fi cellular convergence options push UC forward

  Dual-mode Wi-Fi/cellular phones can simplify communications by taking one gadget out of the equation and adding in extra mobility.  Continue Reading

• February 26, 2008 26 Feb'08

  Alcatel-Lucent Forum: The Dynamic Enterprise

  The Alcatel-Lucent Forum recently held in Paris was centered on building the Dynamic Enterprise -- one that strengthens employee, customer and partner relationships while simplifying communication mechanisms.  Continue Reading

• February 25, 2008 25 Feb'08

  Selecting the right UC consultant

  Finding a qualified UC consultant means finding a consultant whose qualifications extend beyond technology and well inside vendor lines.  Continue Reading

• February 24, 2008 24 Feb'08

  vishing (voice or VoIP phishing)

  Vishing is an electronic fraud tactic in which individuals are tricked into revealing critical financial or personal information to unauthorized entities... (Continued)  Continue Reading

• February 22, 2008 22 Feb'08

  What's the difference between collaboration and web conferencing?

  Although the terms "collaboration" and "web conferencing" are similar, there are subtle differences in their meanings that can better help you understand what they are and what they do.  Continue Reading

• February 22, 2008 22 Feb'08

  Will unified communications be able to integrate with IM applications?

  Unified Communications solutions are intended to incorporate all manners of conveying information and will almost certainly include some form of instant messaging capability.  Continue Reading

• February 22, 2008 22 Feb'08

  How should we go about creating a plan for unified communications within our organization?

  Once you understand the needs of your customer, selecting the right unified communications platform for your business will be easier and less risky.  Continue Reading

• February 22, 2008 22 Feb'08

  Does the unified communications trend have staying power?

  While many trends fizzle shortly after a product launch, unified communication expert Bill Trussell said that UC is one trend with certain staying power.  Continue Reading

• February 19, 2008 19 Feb'08

  Telepresence industry to pass $1 billion in 2013

  Frost & Sullivan predicts that the nascent telepresence industry will reach $1.4 billion by 2013.  Continue Reading

• February 18, 2008 18 Feb'08

  Top ten UC terms

  Here you'll find the top ten searched-for unified communication terms including communication-enabled business processes, SIP, IM, presence, videoconferencing and more.  Continue Reading

• February 15, 2008 15 Feb'08

  Springer Handbook of Speech Processing

  The Springer Handbook of Speech Processing is widely regarded as a must-read for all telecom professionals. This chapter focuses on how businesses can implement a VoIP system that exceeds expectations and far surpasses the traditional PSTN.  Continue Reading

• February 12, 2008 12 Feb'08

  Hosted options for unified communications 'evolving'

  Hosted unified communications options can save the enterprise money, but expect limited feature sets.  Continue Reading

• February 11, 2008 11 Feb'08

  Build a solid Web conferencing strategy

  In this three-part series, Peter Brockmann, president of the high-tech consulting firm Brockmann & Company, explains why and how Web conferencing can add value to your business.  Continue Reading

• February 08, 2008 08 Feb'08

  hyperconnectivity

  Hyperconnectivity is a state of unified communications (UC) in which the traffic-handling capacity and bandwidth of a network always exceed the demand... (Continued)  Continue Reading

• February 07, 2008 07 Feb'08

  Does an organization have to have an IP PBX in order to have a unified communications system?

  Does an organization have to have an IP PBX in order to have a unified communications system?  Continue Reading

• February 05, 2008 05 Feb'08

  Integrating Unified Communications apps into an existing infrastructure.

  The main goal of a unified communications strategy should be to facilitate an innovative business process regardless of the communications medium. Read what steps contributor Bill Trussell advises for your unified communications integration.  Continue Reading

• February 05, 2008 05 Feb'08

  The future of VoIP and unified communications

  Will VoIP be made obsolete by the rise of unified communications? Learn more in this response from Carrie Higbie.  Continue Reading

• February 04, 2008 04 Feb'08

  IP phones get more innovative in 2008

  The IP phone hasn't kept up with the rest of the VoIP ecosystem. Expect 2008 to be the year the IP phone undergoes a facelift as vendors create more functionality in the phone, allowing users to create a more custom experience.  Continue Reading

• February 04, 2008 04 Feb'08

  IM security threats and resources

  Instant messaging software can be a great addition to a company's communication strategy, but managers and employees need to be concerned about not only outside attacks, but also their role in maintaining a secure IM environment.  Continue Reading