Internet protocol, or IP, phone systems that transmit telephone calls over the internet using dedicated terminals, computers with multi-media accessories, or even conventional telephones have been around for several years. The technology is surging in popularity today because it is highly cost effective for both businesses and homes.

A major advantage of an IP phone system is the savings on long distance calls. A conventional analog system charges according to how far a connection must travel. The more distant the call, the higher the cost. With an IP phone system, a call to the east coast from a business in Los Angeles, Riverside, Orange and San Diego counties costs generally the same as a local call. That could translate into a reduction of as much as 80 percent a year on telephone bills.

An IP phone system does not need access to a computer, which is a common misunderstanding. However, a broadband internet connection is needed.

IP Phone Systems Grow and Evolve

As the technology evolves, the competition among numerous service providers has meant lower rates and an abundance of features available to business owners. The global market for IP phone systems is expected to reach $3.3 billion by this year. Some analysts have speculated that soon some 90 percent of new phone systems will be IP phone systems.

A range of features are also becoming available. Today that may even include video. The technology is also being applied to mobile phones, so that employees may be able to access an IP phone system from a laptop or cell phone, from any location, through wireless networks. Efforts are being made to unify messaging services to include voice mail, email, faxes, and pages, along with IP telephones.

A reputable company understands what it takes to transition a landline system to IP telephony. Our staff is continuously trained to be knowledgeable on the latest technological trends in telecommunications. We offer professional installation and custom solutions - because the needs of every company are different - for our customers in Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside and San Diego counties.