Key Benefits of BusinessPhone (PBX)
All-In-One Storefront
Close the loop across all of your locations and become a true full-service provider by incorporating our vast suite of offerings, including integrated CRM and ticketing systems.
Rapid Deployment
We have the capabilities to meet tight timelines, taking a consultative approach to get you up and running faster with streamlined onboarding and call-routing configuration.
Easy to Scale
Perfect for one storefront or thousands, our solution is custom-built based on your needs and easily scales as your number of employees and/or locations grows.
Simplified Billing
A single vendor gives you a single point of contact, eliminating the need to stitch together a patchwork of providers and reducing your total cost of ownership.
Zero Capital Expense
With no capital expense or server infrastructure to deploy, we enable you to make a simpler and more cost-effective transition to our cloud-based application.
Hardware Compatibility
Our solution is compatible with most models of industry-leading hardware providers, meaning that a majority of devices are plug-and-play ready.
An All-In-One Solution For Your Business Phones
Manage Phone and Internet From One Convenient Portal
When you have retail storefront locations, it’s crucial to close the loop and become a holistic service provider. Our fully-integrated solutions, including CRM and ticketing systems, enable you to do exactly that.
VoIP Built For the Cloud
Our VoIP service is the heart and soul of our contact center PBX. With all the advanced phone features your business needs to succeed and scale, we make it easy and seamless to move to the cloud for all phone services.
Dedicated Focus on Your Connectivity
Whether your organization has one location or thousands, our ISP Management Service is simply designed to ensure you have the best possible connectivity at the best possible price. We have direct relationships with multiple ISPs and Aggregators, which gives us the leverage to work effectively on your behalf.
Improve Quality of Service and Security
Our SD-WAN managed device enables you to effectively manage your network while improving agility and lowering cost. It replaces your existing firewall and router with a fully accessible, secure, and stable solution that offers tremendous value.
Alleviate Downtime
Simple installation of our wireless backup device provides you with an internet connection if/when your primary internet provider goes down. Switchover occurs within seconds so you can stay calm and connected, never missing a beat.
What is a PBX?
The acronym PBX stands for Private Branch Exchange, which is a private telephone network used within a business or organization. Also known as a “business phone system,” it allows internal calls between employees, as well as external calls with customers and prospects.
A best-in-class PBX system delivers key voice capabilities that benefit companies in running their daily operations:
- Eliminates the cost of having a separate phone line for each user
- Provides a unique, dedicated phone extension for everyone in the company
- Handles routing and advanced calling features for inbound and outbound calls
- Enables scheduled business hours, custom greetings, and hold music, among other functions
- Manages auto attendants, IVRs, conference calls, call recordings, voicemail, and more
Types of PBX Systems
There are four main types of contact center PBX systems used by businesses depending on the size of the company and their calling needs:
- Analog (Traditional) PBX
An Analog PBX System is landline-based and relies on a physical hardware box, requiring a large amount of equipment, IT support, plus expensive down payments and maintenance fees. Analog Systems are not designed for companies with multiple offices or for those that need to expand and scale. This type of legacy system is outdated and would not be the first choice when looking to implement a PBX. - On-Premise VoIP PBX
The next step up in PBX is an On-Premise Voice over IP (VoIP) approach, which uses internet connections instead of traditional copper wire landlines. However, this type of system must still be installed on-site and requires dedicated telephone wiring that must be maintained by an experienced PBX technician. Compared to an Analog (Traditional) PBX system, an On-Premise System delivers better call stability, improved sound quality, and more enhanced functions, but still involves high costs for hardware and installation. - Hybrid PBX
This type of system combines existing, legacy PBX equipment with the power of VoIP technology. In a Hybrid PBX system, if the legacy PBX or VoIP server is not functional, the system switches over to another network, making it a good choice for remote offices, secondary locations, and temporary locations such as a construction site. Cost and maintenance, however, are key issues, because you still need to install and support an on-premise PBX to deploy a full-fledged Hybrid PBX. - Cloud (Hosted) PBX
This type of PBX, including LiveVox’s BusinessPhone, is hosted off-site, maintained by a VoIP provider, and uses existing broadband service. A cloud-based system offers a lower monthly fee and reduced maintenance costs, with no initial hardware installation required. Ongoing software updates are usually provided, ensuring you’re always benefitting from the latest available features. A Cloud PBX is an extremely flexible, scalable, and cost-effective solution with less hassle than other options.
Cloud PBX vs. On-Premise PBX
Contact centers can avoid this complexity with a Cloud PBX solution, such as LiveVox’s BusinessPhone, that not only combines PBX and CCaaS technology, but also provides out-of-the-box access to fully-integrated applications spanning Omnichannel/AI, CRM, and WEM functionality.
Cloud PBX Features
Implementing a Cloud PBX lets you run your entire business phone system using an internet connection. It enables your team to make and receive calls from anywhere—not just the office.
Included with this type of system, such as LiveVox’s BusinessPhone solution, are all the voice-related features a business needs to run their daily operations:
Cloud-Specific
- Advanced ACD
- Auto-Receptionist
- Call Monitoring
- Dial-By-Name Directory
- Multi-Level IVR
- Permission-Based Access Control
Contact Center Features
- Barge In / Listen In / Whisper
- Call Recording Transcription & Search
- Click-to-Call Browser Extension
- Click-to-Meet Web Meetings
- CRM Integrations
- Real-Time Reporting & Call Monitoring
- Website Live Chat and Talk
Call Management
- Answering Rules
- Automatic Dual-Channel Call Recording
- Call Flipping / Forwarding / Screening / Logs
- Intercom
- Message Alerts
- Missed-Call Notification
- Paging
- Presence Information
- Shared Lines
- Voicemail & Voicemail-to-Email
Phone Accessories
- Analog Adapters
- Caller ID Control
- Conference Phones
- Cordless Phones
- Desk Phones
- Desktop Application / Softphone
- VoIP Headsets
Benefits of Cloud PBX
- Advanced capabilities that improve your workflows
Compared to an On-Premise PBX phone system, a Cloud PBX offers many more built-in VoIP features that don’t require any technical setup. A Cloud PBX system can also integrate with other key tools, such as a CRM. - On-Premise VoIP PBX
The next step up in PBX is an On-Premise Voice over IP (VoIP) approach, which uses internet connections instead of traditional copper wire landlines. However, this type of system must still be installed on-site and requires dedicated telephone wiring that must be maintained by an experienced PBX technician. Compared to an Analog (Traditional) PBX system, an On-Premise System delivers better call stability, improved sound quality, and more enhanced functions, but still involves high costs for hardware and installation. - Maximum flexibility to evolve and scale
A Cloud PBX offers the ability to customize the phone system to meet specific needs, versus the limitations and constraints of a legacy, On-Premise system. Adding and assigning business phone numbers to a team is easy, and it’s even easier to equip remote teams with phone service. - Tried-and-true reliability and uptime
From tarnishing brand trust to harming CX and losing revenue and sales, you can’t afford to deal with outages. A Cloud PBX allows you to route calls to different locations, including mobile phones, within seconds. A traditional phone system, however, can crash due to weather, power failures, and other issues. - Zero Maintenance
System updates, network routing, adjusting VoIP codecs—it’s all handled by the hosted provider. VoIP phones are typically hassle-free, resulting in fewer helpdesk tickets. - Enterprise-grade security
When you have a physical landline, it’s up to you to ensure no one gains access to it. But with a Cloud PBX system, you can benefit from call encryption, 24/7 server monitoring, and third-party compliance validations—including certifications such as PCI, HIPAA, and others. - Cost Savings
Compared to an Analog (Traditional) system, premium features are either included or available for a low cost with a Cloud PBX. By eliminating the costs to maintain and secure the infrastructure, a cloud-based solution can provide an immediate payoff once implemented.
How to change to a cloud-based business phone
To change to a cloud-based business phone system, begin by identifying your company’s specific communication needs, including the number of users, required features, and overall budget. Next, conduct thorough research on various providers in the market, evaluating factors like scalability, pricing, technical support, and reliability, to select the most suitable service for your organization.
Once you’ve chosen a cloud-based PBX phone system provider for your contact center, collaborate with them to devise a strategic implementation plan, ensuring a smooth and efficient transition that minimizes disruption to your operations. Make certain that employees receive adequate training to familiarize themselves with new features and functionalities, thus maximizing the potential benefits of the updated system. Finally, monitor the performance and effectiveness of your cloud-based phone system, making regular adjustments as needed to optimize the communication infrastructure for your business.
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