EPCOM GLOBAL NETWORKS SOLUTIONS

COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS
FOR BUSINESSES BY SIZE

Companies of various sizes are continually looking for methods to improve their communication systems, lower expenses, and boost collaboration and productivity. 

Voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP) and IP PBX (Internet Protocol Private Branch Exchange) has revolutionized how businesses handle their phone systems with the low upfront costs and a scalable nature, making it suitable for startups and growing businesses and cloud hosted options for easy setup and management, allowing business owners to focus on core competences without complex maintenance.

ADVANTAGES FOR BUSINESSES BY SIZE

BUSINESS BY SIZE

STARTUP

New companies with a core team of 2-5 employees.

MICRO

Starting companies with fewer than 10 employees.

SMALL

Established companies with 10-50 employees.

MEDIUM

Multi-location companies with 50-250 employees.

LARGE

Multi-location companies with 250-500 employees.

ENTERPRISE

Multi-national companies with 500 or more employees.

ADVANTAGES FOR BUSINESSES BY SIZE

A hosted VOIP / PBX phone system offers a wealth of benefits for businesses of all sizes, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Unlike traditional PBX systems that require substantial upfront investment in hardware and ongoing maintenance, hosted PBX and cloud PBX solutions provide an affordable and scalable alternative. In the past, only large corporations could afford sophisticated business phone systems but they can now be accessed by businesses of all sizes. If you’re running a small business that has yet to make the switch to a cloud PBX phone system, then you will undoubtedly be spending a lot of time, money, and effort just in the maintenance of your telephone system.

One of the most attractive features of hosted VOIP / PBX for small businesses is that phone system is inherently scalable, without incurring extra costs for extra hardware and infrastructure. Advanced calling features are of course essential in modern business processes, and a hosted PBX provides them. Features like call forwarding, voicemail-to-email, and auto-attendants enhance business communication and improve customer service. This enables the SME to provide their customers and callers with a much better, faster, and safer service. VOIP is super scalable, so you can easily add or remove lines as your business grows or changes.

For one all-inclusive low monthly price, your office will have a full-featured VOIP / PBX business phone system over the cloud plus unlimited domestic and low-cost international calling. Large enterprises with complex communication needs, including multiple locations, remote employees, and high call volumes can opt for on-premise managed PBX.

A comprehensive assessment involves considering factors like needs, budget, the number of employees, remote work policies, and long-term goals. The best choice for a growing business is one that aligns with its unique needs and objectives. Consulting with Epcom Global Networks can offer valuable insights and guidance in navigating the complexity of VOIP solutions. By selecting the right system carefully, businesses can significantly boost productivity and save substantial costs. Switching to a VOIP system is often an excellent option that enhances accessibility. With careful planning and execution, growing businesses can leverage VOIP and IP PBX technologies to transform their communication infrastructure and achieve their strategic goals, especially in dynamic work environments.

KEY FEATURES FOR BUSINESSES BY SIZE

KEY FEATURES FOR CURRENT SIZE AND PROJECTED GROWTH

Selecting a VOIP solution for any organization requires careful consideration of several key features, ensuring that the chosen system not only meets the current needs but also supports projected growth.

  • Scalability is paramount; the system must easily accommodate increasing numbers of users, devices, and locations without significant disruption or added cost.

  • The system must seamlessly provide essential features, such as auto-attendants, call routing, and integration. For SMEs, such features were traditionally too expensive, reserved for large corporations.

  • A robust system should allow for integration with other tools, such as CRM and help desk software, streamlining workflows and improving overall efficiency.

  • Reliability is also crucial, with the solution offering high uptime and redundancy to minimize disruptions. 

  • Call quality needs to be consistently high, ensuring clear communication with customers and colleagues.

  • Cost-effectiveness should be considered, evaluating both the initial investment and ongoing operational expenses. The pricing model should include flexible pricing plans that align with usage patterns and budgets, making it accessible for growing businesses.

  • Security is another vital aspect, with robust encryption and authentication protocols to protect sensitive data. The system must guarantee compliance with industry regulations and data privacy standards.

  • A system with comprehensive reporting and analytics capabilities provides insights into call patterns and performance, enabling data-driven decision-making. 

  • User-friendliness is also an important factor, ensuring that employees can easily adopt and navigate the system, minimizing training requirements and maximizing productivity.

VOIP MIGRATION FOR BUSINESS BY SIZE

MAKING THE SWITCH TO VOIP

The migration to VOIP from traditional telephony represents a significant shift for businesses, and the process varies considerably from startups to large enterprises. For a startup, it is often seamless, since a VOIP system has low upfront costs and is highly scalable. This approach guarantees that they can easily adapt to changing needs as they grow. For larger organizations, the transition can be more complex, involving the integration of VOIP with existing infrastructure and applications. A phased approach is beneficial for larger companies, migrating departments or locations incrementally to minimize disruption.

Assessing business needs requires a deep understanding of current operations and future growth plans. For small businesses, the assessment should focus on the number of employees and anticipated call volumes. Medium-sized businesses should consider the need for multi-location support, remote employee connectivity, and integration with other productivity tools. Analyzing call patterns and usage data can help identify areas for improvement and optimize business communication workflows.

Large enterprises must address the complexities of supporting a distributed workforce, managing high call volumes, and ensuring seamless communication across departments and locations. The assessment should include an evaluation of existing infrastructure, network capacity, and security requirements. Scalability is a key consideration, with the VOIP system able to handle increasing call volumes and user numbers without performance degradation. The right system will include advanced features like call analytics, unified communications, and integration with enterprise applications. The assessment should consider regulatory compliance requirements, ensuring that the VOIP service complies with industry standards for data security and privacy.

BUSINESS COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS

ADVANCED
CORE

PBX PHONE SYSTEMS

PBX phone systems on premise, on the cloud, or traditional PSTN lines.

ADVANCED
CORE

BUSINESS SMS / MMS

SMS text and MMS multimedia messaging with your PBX phone lines.

ADVANCED

UC / UCAAS PLATFORM

Unified communications platform – voice, video, chat messaging.

ADVANCED

COLLABORATION PLATFORM

Advanced AV and chat conferencing with live file sharing and editing.

COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS FOR BUSINESSES BY SIZE

Contact us today to help evaluate your options and develop a customized business phone solution that aligns with your needs and budget! 

What are the deployment options available?

We offer on-premise, on-the-cloud, and hybrid deployment options for our communication solutions packages. Click here to learn more. 

You can opt to use your legacy hardware with web-enabled phone services or upgrade your devices to maximize all modern features.