This has always been a question by a business owner and anyone considering VoIP as a mode of communication. But it’s no contest. VoIP is the clear winner. That’s why it’s taking a greater and greater share of the market.
And to accommodate the growing demand for it, there are a lot of service providers like Telnum ready to supply this service.
But we’ve had local phone numbers for more than a century, and it practically stayed unchanged even with the introduction of their “evolved” versions like cellphones. It can be hard to let go of a trusty old tech, especially with a great track record.
But given that there’s already a better alternative, it’s time to make the switch.
Why, what’s wrong with landlines?
A lot. This is not to discredit its contribution for more than one century in connecting people remotely, but given how far technology has gone since it was invented, what it offers isn’t enough.
Infrastructure-wise, you’ll have to rely on copper wires that are built for and only for calling. This is one of the reasons why it’s still so expensive even today. Although reliable, it doesn’t offer anything more than the basic calling feature unless you’re willing to shell out a lot of money for upgrades.
They still have some use today. For example, when there’s a natural disaster, phones are normally the last to go. But as far as ‘business as usual’ is concerned, it’s just not designed to support growth.
Globalization isn’t going anywhere. If anything, the world’s becoming much smaller, encouraging companies – even startups, in some cases – to expand their operations beyond their country. And with the hefty charges associated with an international call via landline, it would crush any opportunity for a budding business to grow and thrive.
And the only logical step, if you want to maximize the potential of your business, is to upgrade to VoIP.
A quick intro on VoIP
Functionally, it covers all the bases of what your average landline does. You can also call people and set up additional features that you can also get with a landline.
But instead of using copper wires to transmit data back and forth, it uses the internet. Auditory information is translated into packets of data and sent over the internet in real-time. So it pretty much relies on the strength of your connection to make sure that everything comes through quickly and clearly.
Plus, there is a lot that you can get out of VoIP that you wouldn’t get even the most upgraded landline system. Imagine having access to voip mobile phones!
What will you get out of upgrading?
Because it relies on the internet, it can go beyond what’s being offered by your landline provider:
- Lower costs
This is one of the biggest selling points of VoIP. Every business is always looking to improve cost efficiency, and making the switch is one way to do it. The average provider includes free features that you normally have to pay for with a landline.
Depending on the system that you want, it’s possible to get started without spending anything on hardware. You can just maximize the use of the devices already in the office to continue operations.
But the biggest reason it’s great for your wallet is there’s practically no delay in setting it up. So when you sign up with a provider, you don’t have to wait weeks for you to be up and running.
- Improved privacy
You’ll never have to worry about being overwhelmed with the number of calls you’re receiving. You can screen them even without a secretary, giving you more control over how you’ll handle your communication.
- Numerous advanced functions
Did you know that you can get a voicemail receptionist? It’s a pre-recorded answer set that speaks and guides your callers through a caller menu so they’re directed right away to the department that can address their concerns best.
This is just one of the many advanced features that you can get with VoIP. You can even view analytics that give you a macro insight of what’s the communication status of your office. Your VoIP can also be set up to record all calls if you want.
- Maximization of every communication channel
Imagine receiving a fax message on your email. Or having a voicemail automatically transcribed and sent to you. This tech is great for unifying and streamlining communication.
In effect, this improves productivity and convenience for everyone connected to the system.
- Ease of scaling
Your VoIP system can grow along with you. You’ll never be forced to pay a hefty minimum that’s so much more than you need. In the same way, you can trim down your subscription anytime you want.
There’s no contract binding you to a particular set of services.
Is it worth it? Definitely!
A more effective yet more affordable counterpart to the landline, VoIP will always be the better choice. Adapt to the changing conditions and use more effective technologies like VoIP and you’ll reap its full rewards.