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HIPAA Requires Careful Social Media Posting

Healthcare providers that use Social Media can interact with their patients, advertise new services, and quickly communicate urgent announcements or messages. There’s immense potential for it to improve care, but also to expose patient-specific information. On April 14, 2003, the “Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act” (HIPAA) became law with the goal of protecting the […]

How to stop VoIP theft of service

As the use of Voice over IP (VoIP) phones becomes more widespread, so too do security threats against it. And the most common type of VoIP fraud? Theft of service. Let’s examine how it affects your VoIP network and the preventative measures to counter it. What is theft of service? Internet-based calls are far more […]

4 steps to optimize your Skype for Business

Skype for Business is an affordable, enterprise-level solution that enables your company to communicate with clients and conduct business meetings from any internet-enabled device. Learn these four steps to get the most out of your Skype calls. #1. Conduct a preliminary network assessment By conducting a comprehensive preliminary network assessment, you’ll be able to determine […]

3 tips to maintain a secure Facebook account

In March 2018, disturbing reports circulated on the web that revealed a company named Cambridge Analytica harvested confidential details of 50 million Facebook accounts. If you’re concerned that your private details are being passed around by private companies, consider the following 3 tips to maintain a confidential Facebook profile. Download your Facebook data The thought […]

Evaluating the total cost of VoIP systems

When investing in new technology, cost is always a deciding factor, especially for VoIP phone systems. No matter what features or services it’s bundled with, there’s no point in investing in a phone system that easily puts you over budget. That’s why it’s important to evaluate the total cost of ownership (TCO) of VoIP systems. […]

Why businesses should record their calls

VoIP has allowed businesses like yours to make and receive calls from anywhere, at any time. This enables employees to meet client demands promptly and improve customer satisfaction. One VoIP feature that can further elevate your customer service is call recording. #1. Improve customer service One of the most important reasons why businesses should always […]

5 ways to get the most from social media

Regardless of your company’s size, social media marketing is a fickle tool you can’t afford to ignore, especially if your business targets Generation Z customers. Read on to discover five ways to get the most out of your social media. #1. Choose the right platform Between Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn to choose from, […]

Discover the VoIP suitable for you

VoIP, or Voice over Internet Protocol, is a telephony solution that allows users to make calls through any internet-enabled desk phone (hardphone) or software device (softphone). The type of business you run will determine which option is most suitable for you. What’s a hardphone? A hardphone is a desk phone that is connected to your […]

What you need to know to select a VoIP service

Voice over IP (VoIP) technology epitomizes every small-business owner’s IT goals. It’s affordable, flexible, and full of features that make it a valuable long-term investment. There are countless worthwhile VoIP options. You just need to know your priorities and what to look for. Total cost of ownership The most pressing concern when adopting new technology […]