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Enterprise SIP Trunking: A Basic Guide

In SIP Trunking
December 14, 2021
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Many organizations are turning to Cloud Phone technologies out of which SIP Trunking is one. The major reason is that SIP Trunking offers a flexible deployment of Cloud Voice solutions. Enterprises are large organizations with branches spread all over the world or different parts of the world. SIP Trunking helps enterprises unify communication. 

To start with SIP Trunking, there are many things to look for. Here’s a short guide to know about the basic terminologies and processes of a SIP Trunking Solution:

  • Inbound SIP Trunking or Origination

Originations are inbound SIP Trunking calls. Origination carriers provide DID and toll-free numbers. Many Providers also offer unlimited concurrent call capacity. Thus, there is no need for capacity planning and handling scalability fuss. All you have to do is contact the provider for scaling of Voice services as per your organization need.

  • Outbound SIP Trunking or Termination

Outbound SIP Trunking or Termination is a telephony service of a Provider that completes the Cloud Voice calls originated by the caller to the intended destination. Good Providers make sure that their outbound call audio is delivered via the shortest route. Clear and high-quality connections ensure a good Cloud Voice experience.

  • What are Local Numbers?

Establishing Local Numbers is a great way to have a trust-based relationship with customers. With a local number, customers are more at ease with the business. With local numbers, companies can also save costs.  These numbers can also be a source of creating new markets for the business in the local region.

  • What are Vanity Numbers?

Vanity Numbers include phone numbers having Alphanumeric values like 1-800-CALLXYZ. These numbers are not only easier to remember but also create a sense of brand awareness to the customers. A Good Service provider always offers a set of Vanity numbers. You can get one for your business too.

ALSO READ: WHY SHOULD YOU SWITCH TO A CLOUD-BASED PHONE SYSTEM?

  • What are Toll-free Numbers?

Another way to keep your customers connected with your organization is by offering Toll-free Numbers. With toll-free numbers, your customers can connect to the appropriate representatives. This is most beneficial in case of a high volume of incoming calls. That way, the customers can be directed to the relevant. 

MachCloud offers the best inline SIP Trunking services for your business scalability

MachCloud is an official and certified Telecom Operator delivering all-in-one Cloud Phone systems that offer SIP Trunking, Cloud Voice, Microsoft Teams, and many other Cloud-based VoIP offerings.  With MachCloud, you can order and migrate your numbers without disruption, integrate SIP Trunking with your current offerings, or replace them altogether. Your business gets Agile, consistent, and resilient global connectivity.

Get in touch with a MachCloud expert and get your SIP Trunking services up and running for better business sustenance!

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Discover Next-level Calling in Microsoft Teams for Business

In Business Communication, Digital Communications
November 4, 2021
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The hype Microsoft Teams Online has created in the bigger picture of Cloud telephony is exceptional. Microsoft Teams has given a new dimension to meetings with Microsoft Meet. If your organization is still not on Microsoft Teams yet, you can check out the look and feel of it since you can join Microsoft Teams meetings as a guest. 

There’s so much with Microsoft Teams, like you can keep all of the activities under one tab with an organized Activity feed, it’s efficient for a Hybrid environment to work and its secure Login takes care of user privacy. Let’s talk about the 7 reasons why your organization needs Microsoft Teams to thrive in the future of cloud communication.

Top 7 benefits of Microsoft Teams for Your Organization

  • Teams Provide a hub for teamwork

Microsoft Teams offers easy collaboration within your team with features like Call, Chat , Collaborate and Phone calling.

  • Teams Video calling is a life saver during remote working

While remote working, there is a need for next level collaboration. Teams provide that environment that keeps you connected with your coworker. The Video calling feature allows for hundreds of users in the meeting.

  • Planner App lets Teams user stay organized

Teams offers a Planner app that lets you integrate your favorite productivity apps. This way, you can get all the tools you need in one place. Goodbye toggling between apps.

  • Less email hassles

Teams provide easy file sharing on differ channels and chats. So, there is less hassle when managing emails. You don’t want to be involved in threads that aren’t meant for you with Teams.

  • Improved Employee productivity 

Teams provide easy working in a hybrid environment. Even if the employee isn’t on the desk, he or she is available via the Teams App. So, employees can be working from anywhere, which practically improves their productivity levels. Teams provide easy calling on- the – go!

  • Not limited by Hardware or Software

The best thing about Teams is that it can be integrated into your existing PBX solution. There is no special hardware required. All you need is a Teams app and the licenses. You are good to go on your existing infrastructure

  • Easy meeting scheduling

Microsoft Teams provides easy syncing of calendars and meetings. It is equipped with all the many tools you need for calendar syncing and discussing meeting agendas, uploading and sharing documents and carrying out the meeting in an online mode.

MachCloud Offers Easy Calling in Microsoft Teams Solutions

Microsoft Teams is a complete Cloud Calling system. MachCloud offers Teams Voice solutions that are end-to-end managed services for Calling in Microsoft Teams. With MachCloud, you can enjoy calling to anyone in the world, cost-effective international calling plans, Teams Voice failover service availability, and a fully encrypted Voice solution to protect your privacy.

Get on with MachCloud and deploy a seamless Microsoft Teams solution for a next-gen cloud calling experience. 

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It’s time to embrace Remote working for good

In Unified Communications
November 2, 2021
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The year 2021 has been the year of remote working. As the amount of remote workers is expected to increase (double, in fact), companies are looking for ways to make the remote working experience favorable and cost effective.

Remote working becomes permanent

With the historic shift in the 2020 job market due to the pandemic, many organizations adopted the work from home policy temporarily but now have accepted it as a norm. The trend seems to continue and will prevail in the years to come. According to statistics, the productivity metrics show that remote working is [indeed] working. Many Tech companies are letting their employees work remotely for an indefinite period of time even after the offices are open.

Remote Working requires more engagement

While an office environment has its own pros and cons, one major benefit is the positive attitude that people get or motivation to keep going while discussions during meetings. This is still a major challenge. Employees seldom lose motivation. To stand out as leaders, employees have to participate in virtual events, be active in online meetings and keep communications intact.

Remote work makes cybersecurity a key component

With the rise in remote working, the world has seen another rise in cyberspace: Cyberattacks. Cybersecurity has become a great concern as more workforce is shifted to work remotely. Now, companies have to make investments to beef up their online security and improve their overall security posture. Best inline Security methods have to be put in place to address modern cybersecurity challenges.

ALSO READ: ELEVATE BUSINESS COMMUNICATION WITH MICROSOFT TEAMS CALLING

The Future of remote working is here

The future of the hybrid working model is still unclear. However, the major shift has become towards “what” is being done and not “when” and “where” it is being done. After all, when the employees are given the flexibility to work at their own time and pace, they succeed and so do their employers. By investing in the right communication tools, employers can shape up the hybrid work model to a whole new level for maximum productivity.

MachCloud offers all in one solution for unified communications

MachCloud is one window for all your organization’s communication needs. It offers solutions like Cloud Voice, Cloud PBX, Direct Routing, and Microsoft Teams for business. MachCloud makes your tasks easier by offering smooth migration options with Teams. So whether you are planning to deploy Voice for Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Webex or any other cloud telephony service, MachCloud has got you covered.

Check out MachCloud products and make it easier to make the shift to a remote working model with digital communications platforms like MachCloud.

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Is there a recommended upgrade path for Skype for Business?

In FAQ
August 25, 2021
1 Min Read
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Microsoft has provided detailed documentation on how to upgrade to Teams. If your organization hasn’t shifted to Teams yet, it is recommended to shift according to your organization’s plan. You’ll need to have Microsoft 365 licenses and the shifting process from Skype for business is going to be a smooth one.

Upgrading from Skype for business to Teams is a technical migration and requires a process and plan before you start. Thus, Microsoft has already provided guidance and conducted workshops for companies to execute the plan. You can deploy tools to perform the upgrade process. There is an automated program that assists you in upgrading from Skype for Business Online to Teams Only mode. The program is called Assisted upgrades from Skype for Business Online to Microsoft Teams. In addition to this, FastTrack for Microsoft 365 Teams deployment assistance is available for qualifying plans.

DID YOU FIND THIS INTERESTING? WHY NOT READ: “ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR EFFECTIVE MICROSOFT TEAMS MIGRATION“? 

Have more questions? Speak to one of our Teams migration experts today to learn more. 

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What is the future of Skype for Business Server?

In FAQ
August 13, 2021
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Microsoft has retired Skype for Business Server and all the Skype for Business server users and customers are in the transition state till the MachCloud Assisted Upgrade program moves the users to Teams. With that said, it is important to note that all the services that were once integrated with Skype for Business Online and the server are now also gone. Services like third-party audio-conferencing providers (ACP), hybrid voice configurations, Skype for Business Online Cloud Connector Edition (CCE), and Skype Meeting Broadcast all are going to end of life. It is also important to note that Microsoft Skype for Business Server can’t run in a hybrid environment with Teams side by side. If the users are homed in Skype for Business Server, they have to be migrated to Teams Only mode.

DID YOU FIND THIS INTERESTING? WHY NOT READ: “ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR EFFECTIVE MICROSOFT TEAMS MIGRATION“? 

Have more questions? Speak to one of our Teams migration experts today to learn more. 

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Do on-premises Skype for Business Server customers need to upgrade to Microsoft Teams?

In FAQ
August 12, 2021
1 Min Read
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Now that Microsoft Skype for Business server has retired, many organizations undergoing on-premises setup are looking for ways of alternate cloud telephony services. The simple answer to the above question is Yes. On-premises Skype for Business Server customers must upgrade to Teams in 3 steps. The first step is to configure hybrid connectivity. Next, you need to set up the transitional coexisting mode. This is an optional step. However, depending upon your company requirements, you can make this step in phases. The next step is to shift users from Skype for Business on-premises setup to the Teams Only mode. This has now become a single step. The last step is to complete migration by disabling hybrid environments and perform the migration to the cloud. Migrating users of Skype for Business on-premises with Enterprise Voice To Teams Calling plans requires moving users’ calling accounts to the cloud as well. For users with PSTN connectivity, the migration will involve Direct routing deployment.

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How can I get Teams licenses for my organization?

In FAQ
August 11, 2021
1 Min Read
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Microsoft Teams licenses require a Microsoft 365 license first. Depending upon the nature of your business, you can start using Microsoft Teams as soon as your IT admin turns on Microsoft Teams and does the configuration settings. You can get Microsoft 365 Business Basic, Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Microsoft 365 Business Premium or the Microsoft Office subscriptions E1, E3 or E5.

Teams also offer add-on licenses for specific features in Microsoft Teams. This way, some of the Teams features are unlocked for only those employees who need to use them like Microsoft 365 Business Voice, Microsoft Teams Rooms, and many others.

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Have more questions? Speak to one of our Teams migration experts today to learn more. 

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Remote Working – The new Norm in the POST COVID era

In Business Communication
August 9, 2021
3 Min Read
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Remote working has been around for a while in the IT industry, but no one could have imagined in the year 2019 that the following year will enforce remote working to all types of businesses. Ever since Microsoft Teams surged up in popularity during the pandemic in 2020, businesses are trying to opt for Teams and similar other Cloud telephony systems which can help them function properly since work from home is the new norm. As we move ahead in the Post Covid era, CEOs and managers all over the world are looking for ways to keep the remote working experiences smooth and easy-going.

The Importance of Voice in the Remote Working Era

Many countries in Europe are striving towards normalizing remote working in the legislation. That being said, the effectiveness of the business depends on communication. Meetings, discussions, brainstorming sessions, you name it. Thus, the importance of clear communication is inevitable, and a good Digital Communication platform is all you need for it.

Cloud Voice is the new Norm

Speaking of Cloud, it is the backbone of today’s business much like the Internet was until a few years ago. The internet is the gateway to cloud and digital communications. Modern companies are aware that making the shift to the cloud is the only way for a sustainable future. Thus, the adoption of Digital Communication platforms is widespread.

Say goodbye to Bottle Necks

Gone are the days when digital communication was full of jitters and lags. Thanks to the Cloud, there are no connection bottlenecks. May it be Video meetings or Cloud Calling; the conversation is streamlined effectively. 

ALSO READ: HAVE YOU DONE YOUR SKYPE FOR BUSINESS MIGRATION TO TEAMS?

Microsoft Teams has got you covered

Microsoft Teams has gained popularity over the years. With Skype for Business now dead, Teams is the new mode of digital communication for Microsoft users. Teams is an all-in-one digital communication platform with the best in-line security and privacy regulations in place. Microsoft Teams is best used in academic institutes for remote learning, small businesses for remote working employees and enterprises for telephony and to hold meetings across the continent and even the globe. 

MachCloud is your one window to a Cloud-based Telephony future

MachCloud offers many types of Cloud Voice products including Voice for Microsoft Teams solutions, SIP Trunking, Cloud PBX, and many others. The Digital Communication platform provides Next-Generation Cloud Voice Solutions to enterprises and SMEs alike. So, whether you are planning to deploy Teams, Zoom, or any other cloud telephony service, MachCloud has got you covered.

Check out MachCloud products and make the shift to a Cloud-based digital communication platform like MachCloud.

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Cloud Communication & Business Phone | The Base for Modern Workplace

In Digital Communications
July 28, 2021
3 Min Read
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Cloud communication has improved the way employees and customers communicate with one another. A Cloud communication platform is the key to manage and carry out all business communications. In the post-pandemic era, Cloud phone vendors have realized that these platforms need to be diverse enough to cater the modern business communication needs. In short, companies have now realized that these systems that host voice telephony and video conferencing services can be used as alternatives to traditional business phones.

Cloud-based Communications Systems Offer Office Phone Alternative

Back in 2020 during the outburst of the pandemic, there had been a sudden rise in work from home practice. In Europe, according to Eurostat, the highest rate was reported to be 25% in Finland followed by Luxembourg and Ireland (23% and 21.5% respectively). With this, employees had to keep the communication intact in order to keep the flow of work going. In this challenging situation, Cloud communications, with their offerings like video conferencing and telephony services, became the normal mode of communication and thus gained popularity all over the world. 

ALSO READ: DIGITAL OFFICE: THE FUTURE WORKPLACE IS ALREADY HERE

Say goodbye to traditional business phone

Cloud platforms have the tendency to replicate the existing phone systems. With platforms like Teams, the entire business communication can be managed under one dashboard. These systems have the potential to be available right from employees’ smartphones. So you can access your business phone wherever you are, whenever you want.

Take advantage of Managed services

Cloud-based communication platforms provide an integrated environment. There are a lot of managed services offered from providers’ end to companies migrating to cloud communication systems like dedicated network gateways, advanced encryption, a secure and resilient MPLS connection, end-to-end monitoring of connection quality, and protection of customer user IDs etc.

Easy billing and light on the budget

Unlike traditional phone systems in which you have to pay as a monthly subscriber, these platforms provide easy billing with pocket-friendly plans. The pay-as-you-go model in cloud computing is successful for cloud communications too. 

ALSO READ: EXCITING UNIFIED COMMUNICATIONS BENEFITS TO WORKPLACES

Digital communications are the future of business communication

In the post pandemic world, we are witnessing the early stages of a modern and digital workplace. There is a lot more to discover with proper work from home policies where cloud combinations hold prime importance. Solution Providers are more focused on areas like Artificial intelligence and machine learning for better and improved technical features like live translations, automatic call summaries, facial and voice recognition, etc. In the modern workplace, next-level cloud communications play a huge role.

MachCloud Cloud Communication System – The Platform of The Future

MachCloud is a cloud communication platform that offers multiple ways to set up modern Business phone systems for streamlined communication. The platform offers Microsoft Teams, Virtual Private Server, Windows Virtual Desktop, Cloud PBX, SIP Trunk, and much more. 

Stay ahead of the curve and opt for MachCloud services for smooth and hassle-free communication.

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Skype for Business Online Retires | Microsoft Teams is the new norm

In Digital Communications, Microsoft Teams
July 16, 2021
3 Min Read
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If you haven’t noticed already, Skype for Business Online is retiring this month.

Businesses that took interest in Skype for Business Online and unified business communications services are well aware of the fact that Microsoft announced this retirement two years ago. The new platform is Microsoft Teams which is equipped with much more. Since the announcement took place, a large number of training and workshops have been conducted by Microsoft and other providers on how to do the migrations and how to tackle the transition phase from Skype for Business Online to Teams.

For those of you who haven’t yet decided to make the shift, it is high time you should decide it once and for all. MachCloud is offering Assisted upgrades to Teams with its Microsoft-assisted Upgrades to Teams Program. It will begin from August 2021 and will be beneficial to those organizations that haven’t yet made the transition. They will then be able to use Skype for Business Online for a smooth Unified business communication experience until their upgrade is done.

MachCloud-assisted Upgrades to Teams

The organizations opting for this upgrade will be provided the assistance based on the type of skype for business online program they are using. The duration of the program will depend upon the volume of users and the nature of the initial deployment. They are based on two categories:

  • Skype for Business Online-only: For these kinds of users, they’ll be placed in Teams Only mode. The program will apply a TeamsUpgradeOverridePolicy to the entire tenant.
  • Skype for Business Online users in the hybrid environment: These users will also be switched to Teams only mode if they aren’t already.

What would be included in the Migrations?

In order to carry out the migrations, you need to consider many technical aspects. To be sure to migrate in a proactive approach to avoid any data loss during migrations, it is advised to perform a Pre-migration check. MachCloud performs such a Pre-migration check which results in a project plan for seamless migration while ensuring a fully transparent migration with fixed price execution and planning.

ALSO READ: WORK FROM HOME SIMPLIFIED WITH MICROSOFT TEAMS AND MACHCLOUD

Final Thoughts on Teams Migrations

It’s important to note that services that were a part of Skype for Business Online will not be supported once it retires. Following is a list of such services:

  • Skype for Business Online Cloud Connector Edition (CCE) 
  • Third-party audio conferencing providers (ACP) 
  • Hybrid voice configurations
  • Skype Meeting Broadcast

MachCloud – The one window for your unified business communications needs

MachCloud is a Unified business communication platform and offers Voice for Teams where your customers can experience Secure encrypted inbound and outbound calling. The platform is equipped with a fully automated self-service portal to make the business communication operations hassle-free. 

Planning to migrate your projects from Skype to Microsoft Teams? Let our experts help with the Smooth Teams migration experience with 24×7 support!

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