How IP PBX can Help your Small Business Save Money

Traditional phone systems have two main problems for businesses: limited features and expensive.

As a result, small businesses are migrating to internet phone systems that deliver advanced communication features over a broadband Internet connection. In fact, a recent survey showed that small businesses are leading the charge in this shift, with 70% of these purchases coming from businesses with 30 or fewer phones.

These IP PBX solutions are hosted by a service provider and are much less expensive than traditional phone systems. That all sounds good, but how much can a small business really save by switching?

The answer is: a lot!

Communications are the lifeblood of any business. Consequently, small business owners are often hesitant to take a chance on “new” telephone technology—no matter how attractive the pricing is.

IP PBX was first introduced in the 1990s, and has become a market phenomenon. Improvements in network technology now enable service providers to offer highly reliability with outstanding call quality, on par with traditional phone systems. The only difference will be reflected on your phone bill: it will be   lot less than you’re used to!

Businesses that use a dedicated PBX must maintain and operate the system themselves, which can be very expensive. When you switch to this system, you can eliminate the maintenance and upgrade costs. Also, there is no need for a PBX in the telecom closet. You no longer have to pay PBX maintenance and upgrade fees: it’s all handled by your service provider. Instead, you pay a predictable and more consistent monthly fee that allows you to manage a long-term fixed cost.

This new system can also be flexible and can deliver the needs of your company. You can easily expand and make changes to your phone system yourself. Some providers allow you to add lines by simply logging in to your account and placing the order. And when you need to move an employee, it’s as easy as unplugging their phone and plugging it back in at the new location.

IP PBX is packed with advance features which can increase your productivity. With the advent of this technology, it has made the features like auto attendants, extension dialing, email notification of voicemail and company directories possible. More than just a convenience, they can have a dramatic and very positive impact on your employees’ productivity and workflow efficiency.

So what’s the bottom line when it comes to business phone service? The answer is this: if you stick with a traditional PBX you’ll keep on paying a lot of money for a limited set of features. That’s why tens of thousands of small businesses have already made the switch to IP PBX.