Four Flavors Of Fixed-Mobile Convergence: Research In Motion
[ Source: VoiceCon Orlando 2009 ]
April 2009-
Fixed mobile convergence is coming, but different implementations are being proposed. Some combine Wi-Fi and cellular and transparently hand off calls between the two environments, while others depend solely on cellular service. Most implementations have employed servers that are under the control of the enterprise, but some cellular carriers are introducing network-based FMC services. In the current economic environment, any investment is subject to close scrutiny, but an FMC deployment has the potential to pay ....
The Future Of Voice Messaging
[ Source: VoiceCon Orlando 2009 ]
April 2009-
Voice messaging systems became part of the landscape because phones need to be answered whether or not the called party was available. But with presence, IM, and related UC applications and capabilities, there are new ways to assess the value voice messaging and Unified Messaging deliver. Blair Pleasant, president of COMMfusion, analyzes the new options becoming available in this presentation.
Troubleshooting IP Telephony Networks: Practical Performance Management Tools
[ Source: VoiceCon Orlando 2009 ]
March 2009-
When voice is embedded in other applications and running across a network with other types of traffic, how do you identify problems with voice quality and availability, then fix them as quickly as possible? Psytechnics' Mike Hollier provides an update on the latest tools and technologies for troubleshooting converged networks; how and when to perform root-cause analysis; how to measure, monitor and manage voice quality on an ongoing basis; and how to use the data ....
IP Telephony/Unified Communication Basics To Best Practices:Technology Issues
[ Source: VoiceCon Orlando 2009 ]
March 2009-
Legacy PBX systems are being retired and new functionality is essentially only available with IP-based systems. Enterprises are not faced with the question of whether to migrate to Voice over IP (VoIP) and IP Telephony (IPT), it's a question of when. And the emerging capabilities for UC increase the complexity this transition. Despite the growth of these technologies, many enterprises have limited experience with IP Telephony and VoIP, and once the decision to migrate is ....
IP Telephony Basics To Best Practices Part 2: Procurement Issues
[ Source: VoiceCon Orlando 2009 ]
March 2009-
In this presentation, Delphi's Gary Audin takes it back to the basics of IP Telephony/Unified Communications with a look at the procurement cycle. With a detailed look at all the factors that come into play, from assigning a project leader to deciding which handsets and instant messaging tools to use, Audin helps decision-makers get their heads around what can be a massive undertaking.
The Business Case Of UC And IP Telephony
[ Source: VoiceCon Orlando 2009 ]
March 2009-
Robin Gareiss, EVP and founder of Nemertes Research, presents the business case for Unified Communications and IP Telephony in today's business environment. The case includes a cost-benefits analysis of moving to a VoIP system and a breakdown of the implementation costs, with a look at start-up, operational, and even cost-per-unit across all major vendors. The presentation also includes real-world implementation factors like staff training costs and several case studies.
ShoreTel's Response To VoiceCon RFP For An IP Telephony System
[ Source: VoiceCon Orlando 2009 ]
March 2009-
ShoreTel's Jeff Ridley presents the company's response to the VoiceCon RFP for an IP telephony system during a panel discussion at VoiceCon Orlando 2009. The ShoreTel IP solution is a single system distributed over multiple sites, with call control distributed across the network via the ShoreGear voice switches deployed at each location. Each ShoreGear switch contains the system routing configuration and performs its own call control, providing a single system distributed across all locations and ....
IBM's Response To VoiceCon's RFP For An IP Telephony System
[ Source: VoiceCon Orlando 2009 ]
March 2009-
In a panel discussion, David Marshak presents IBM's response to the VoiceCon RFP for an IP telephony system. There are three parts to the IBM solution, which essentially add Unified Communications and Unified Messaging to any existing IP or TDM PBX equipment. IBM’s solution and approach is to enhance the telephony equipment that customers have chosen with Unified Communications and Unified Messaging capabilities.
Cisco IP Telephony Proposal Taps Unified Communications
[ Source: VoiceCon Orlando 2009 ]
March 2009-
Cisco presents its response to the VoiceCon request for proposal (RFP) for an IP telephony system in a panel discussion. According to Cisco's proposal, its unified communications (UC) solutions unify voice, video, data, and mobile applications on fixed and mobile networks and deliver easy-to-use, media-rich collaboration.