{"id":832,"date":"2023-03-20T11:28:57","date_gmt":"2023-03-20T11:28:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.capanicus.com\/blog\/?p=832"},"modified":"2025-01-24T04:50:36","modified_gmt":"2025-01-24T04:50:36","slug":"voip-software-development-company","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.capanicus.com\/blog\/voip-software-development-company\/","title":{"rendered":"Reasons Why Call Center Companies Are Moving to VoIP"},"content":{"rendered":"

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With so many advancements in communication technology, old-fashioned landline telephone systems are no longer the best choice for call centers. They all are completely switching to – Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP).<\/span>
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Is it challenging to run a call center business without the use of VoIP? Maybe yes! It can be difficult to manage a call center effectively because thousands of employees handle many clients at a time. Your team needs the right tool to make the entire work smoothly otherwise they have the risk of losing the customer.<\/span>
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For decades, landline phones have been the primary mode of communication in both homes and businesses. In call centers, landlines were the lifeline of the company. However, traditional phones are being replaced by modern technology phones.\u00a0<\/span>
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Are you interested to know all about VoIP? This blog will explain why VoIP is the best choice for every call center.<\/span>
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What is a VoIP business phone system?<\/span><\/h4>\n

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VoIP is a system that transforms your voice into a digital signal and sends it over an Internet connection. It has features like voicemail, virtual receptionists, call forwarding, call recording, on-hold music, voicemail-to-email, conference calling, video conferencing<\/a><\/strong>, instant messaging, call screening, missed alarms, and call logging.\u00a0<\/span>
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For small to large enterprises, VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) phone services make good sense in conveying better communication. In fact, according to recent research, more than one-third of organizations currently use a VoIP phone system.<\/span>
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VoIP allows you to call from a computer, a mobile phone, or a traditional phone by connecting to a special adapter. Furthermore, wireless “hot spots” in airports, parks, and cafes allow you to connect to the Internet and enable you to use VoIP service wirelessly.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

VoIP vs Landlines<\/span>
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Functionality<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n

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VoIP phones<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n

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Landline phones<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Phone calls\u00a0<\/b><\/td>\nYes<\/span><\/td>\nYes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Nationwide long-distance<\/b><\/td>\nIncluded<\/span><\/td>\nOptional<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
User-to-user calls<\/b><\/td>\nYes<\/span><\/td>\nPBX required<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Caller ID<\/b><\/td>\nYes<\/span><\/td>\nYes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Call Waiting<\/b><\/td>\nYes<\/span><\/td>\nYes<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Requires internet<\/b><\/td>\nYes, 100 Kbps per line<\/span><\/td>\nNo<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Wireless<\/b><\/td>\nWi-Fi, DECT, and Bluetooth headsets are available<\/span><\/td>\nDECT and Bluetooth headsets are available<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Reliability during internet\/ power outages<\/b><\/td>\nCalls can be diverted to voicemail or another number.<\/span><\/td>\nCalls drop or are routed to voicemail.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Technology<\/b><\/td>\nIP telephony (SIP, TLS, and SRTP)<\/span><\/td>\nAnalog voice signals<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Auto attendant<\/b><\/td>\nIncluded<\/span><\/td>\nPBX required<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Phone number privacy<\/b><\/td>\nIncluded<\/span><\/td>\nVaries<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Conferencing<\/b><\/td>\nIncluded<\/span><\/td>\nThree-Way Calling<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Call queuing<\/b><\/td>\nAdd-on<\/span><\/td>\nAdd-on<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Remote work capable<\/b><\/td>\nYes, softphone apps<\/span><\/td>\nCall forwarding<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Call encryption<\/b><\/td>\nYes (TLS & SRTP)<\/span><\/td>\nNo<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

How does VoIP work?<\/b>
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  1. The switch or router in your local area network should be where your phone is connected.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Your IP phone informs your VoIP provider to call the other party when you dial a phone number.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Your VoIP provider places the call and your IP phone exchanges data packets during the call.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. These digital signals are converted back into audible sounds by your VoIP phone.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Switch to VoIP Today!<\/b>
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    Pros<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n

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    Cons<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

    1. Lower prices<\/span><\/td>\n1. Depend on online connection\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    2. Higher accessibility<\/span><\/td>\n2. There are no emergency calls that can be located<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    3. Full flexibility<\/span><\/td>\n3. Latency and Jitter<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    4. Better scalability<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    5. Features for large and small teams<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    6. Improved voice clarity facilitates multitasking<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    7. Enhanced adaptability with softphones<\/span><\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

    7 Amazing Reasons why call center companies are moving to VoIP<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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      Auto-attendant<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      An auto attendant is a VoIP application feature that answers phone calls and routes them to the appropriate extension. You can also use an auto attendant to route calls to another location after business hours.<\/span>
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      If you have a business, you can use the auto attendant feature for back-to-back customers, like pressing 1 for sales inquiries and 2 for support.\u00a0 It will enable you to answer incoming calls, which is a great way to present your company professionally.<\/span>
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      2. Click-to-Dial from CRM Databases<\/strong>
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      This feature is designed for businesses that have a CRM database on their computers that stores contact information for people and other businesses. VoIP allows you to click on a phone number directly on your computer screen to initiate a call to that person without having to dial the number manually on your phone. The VoIP system will dial that number and make their desk phone ring. All you have to do is pick up the phone and wait for the other person to respond.<\/span>
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      3. Unified Communication<\/strong><\/h4>\n

      VoIP facilitates seamless communication, which enhances the productivity of a company’s team. Employees can now connect with customers more easily. You can also switch calls from one mobile device to another.<\/span>
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      Meeting via video and screen sharing allows the team to complete tasks more quickly. Unified communication makes real-time communication simpler and more organized.\u00a0<\/span>
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      Here are some of the key features of the Unified Communication platform:<\/strong>
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