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What kind of phone system should I get for my business? That is a good question. You need to figure out what your needs are and make sure that those needs are met with the type of phone you plan to use for your business. Many businesses have changed their business phone system and they didn't get one that suited them at all. So, what do you do if you are in that situation?

The first thing to consider is whether your current phone system meets all of your business needs or not. Are you just getting phone calls? If so, then there may be some redundancy in your business phone system. You may want to go with a business phone system that allows you to take messages and voice mail on the same line, so that you don't have to go out and purchase separate units. This is definitely something to look into when changing your phone system.

Do you have multiple locations? Then you may want to consider a business phone system that does not only handle the inbound call flow, but also allows you to handle outbound calls as well. This is a very handy feature for a lot of different businesses, especially those who have several retail locations or fleet of vehicles. What are the advantages of this type of phone system? Well, first of all you will have more than one line going to each location. Secondly, you can monitor the inbound and outbound calls better because each one will have its own screen, which can help you diagnose problem areas in the business.

How many people are on the call? If you need a system that can handle hundreds of calls at once, then you might want to go with hosted PBX services. Hosted solutions mean that they are already set up, so all you need to do is plug it in. You will also have access to a dedicated help desk, which is perfect if you have questions about anything, or need assistance troubleshooting problems.

What kind of signal do I need? If you run a business that receives or transmits phone calls, then you need a strong signal. There are a number of things that can cause interference with a phone system. For example, if you have several units in a given building, and they are all close to each other, the signal strength will be affected. If you are trying to send a fax from a unit with poor signal quality, the fax will not get sent, and if you are trying to make a call using a feature phone system, the call will fail.

Should I get a hosted business phone system? Although it is true that this type of system has many benefits, it is definitely not right for every business. If your business involves any heavy security measures, you may want to think about an IPBX system instead. This is because if you ever had to lock down or protect your network, this will be much easier to do with a hosted solution. Another option is a wired system that allows you to connect your phones to your business phone system, although this may require you to make some modifications to your existing wiring system.

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