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Cloud computing is speeding up today’s enterprises by providing more flexible and cost-effective solutions. Business communications<\/a>, as a critical component of every organization, is also embracing this innovation. Cloud phone solutions<\/a> are becoming more widely available from a growing number of service providers for enterprises of all sizes. This blog post will explain all you need to know about cloud phone systems, from what they are and how they function to why and how to choose one.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][pac_divi_table_of_contents allow_collapse_minimize=”off” included_headings=”off|on|on|off|off|off” exclude_headings_by_class=”on” title_container_bg_color=”#FFFFFF” body_area_text_link_color=”#2B669A” body_area_text_link_underline=”#2B669A” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#000000″ heading_all_font=”|600|||||||” box_shadow_style_title_container=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}” locked=”off”][\/pac_divi_table_of_contents][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/1wirefiber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/1wire-multiple-Devices.png” alt=”Key Text Messaging features” title_text=”1wire-multiple-Devices” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text ul_item_indent=”45px” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Cloud phone systems (also known as a cloud PBX, hosted PBX, or hosted phone systems) is a VoIP phone system that uses a cloud-based IP network to communicate. It’s offered totally through the Internet and controlled fully off-site, reducing upfront telecommunications infrastructure expenses. The deployment and setup are simple and rapid, saving businesses money on IT costs. Typically, you can get cloud phone service from a service provider and pay on a monthly subscription basis. [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/1wirefiber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/cloud-phone-system-diagram.png” alt=”Phone systems in the cloud diagram” title_text=”Phone systems in the cloud diagram” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” link_font=”|700|||||||” link_text_color=”#f94352″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n With a cloud-based business phone system<\/a>, you make and receive calls using IP phones, mobile phones, or other devices, and the voice traffic is transported through an Internet connection that is connected to cloud-based data centers.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/1wirefiber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/happy-young-woman-with-headset-talking-on-her-laptop-1024×639.png” alt=”Phone systems in the cloud advantage” title_text=”Phone systems in the cloud advantag” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n For a variety of reasons, savvy businesses are making the switch to cloud phone systems.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/1wirefiber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/money-saver.jpg” alt=”Phone systems in the cloud – cost saving” title_text=”Phone systems in the cloud – cost savings” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text ul_item_indent=”45px” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Every firm, particularly smaller businesses, strives to reduce operating expenses as much as possible. A cloud phone system is a cost-effective alternative since it eliminates the need for large upfront expenditures in equipment as well as ongoing maintenance costs. The IP phones are usually the only capital expenditure in most cloud phone system deployments. The majority of cloud phone systems function on a per-user basis, allowing organizations to scale up their capacity by simply acquiring additional licenses. The system is constantly ready to expand along with your company. On a per user fixed cost price plan, a company’s phone system is more predictable, and their budget is better controlled.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/1wirefiber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/it-staff.jpg” alt=”Phone systems in the cloud – mobility” title_text=”Phone systems in the cloud – mobility” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text ul_item_indent=”45px” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n A cloud phone system, which is hosted off-site and maintained centrally by phone service providers, requires less technical skills and IT employees from clients to set up and configure. The customer’s obligation for maintaining and keeping the system up to date is transferred to the service provider. This way organizations can maintain an always-up-to-date phone system without allocating funds or resources to do so. A cloud phone system’s management is also simplified as long as you have an Internet connection, which is very handy for businesses with several locations. With a few clicks, an IT administrator may update user settings via the web interface at any time and from anywhere.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/1wirefiber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/guest-wifi.jpg” alt=”Phone systems in the cloud mobility” title_text=”Phone systems in the cloud mobility” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Headquarters, branch offices, and teleworkers can all be united with a cloud phone system, sharing the same features and ensuring company continuity. For remote employees, the workplace is anywhere they want it to be as long as they have access to the Internet. Some cloud phone system providers provide free softphone programs that allow employees to make and receive calls using not only IP phones, but also computers and cellphones as office extensions, allowing them to work from home, on the road, or as a full-time remote worker. Furthermore, cloud phone systems make it simple to link geographically distributed workplaces under a single phone system, and the administrator can control it from anywhere.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/1wirefiber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/1wire-multiple-Devices.png” alt=”Phone systems in the cloud – unified communications ” title_text=”Phone systems in the cloud – unified communications” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nWhat are Phone Systems in the cloud and how do they work?<\/h2>\n
The flow of phone systems in the cloud are depicted in the diagram below:<\/p>\nWhat Are the Advantages of Using a Phone systems in the cloud?<\/h2>\n
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Cost Savings<\/h3>\n
Maintenance and administrative requirements are minimal.<\/span><\/h3>\n
Geographical Flexibility & Mobility<\/span><\/h3>\n
Unified Communications is a bonus.<\/h3>\n