Guest Blogger: This post was written by Jennifer Reynolds, an editor at Phone Power.
Many individuals and small businesses mistakenly believe that phone costs and related billing are just sunk costs, the price of being able to enjoy a communication line when it's needed or wanted. As a result, people treat landlines and phone networks like the water or gas utility bill - there's no competition available so they just have to pay it. Further, when land lines fail, each phone requires a different line, which can become quite expensive to repair. The assumption that it’s a necessary evil can cost people, especially small and medium businesses, thousands of dollars each year. And it's completely avoidable.
What you may not know is, phone costs for small and medium businesses can be far lower than the prices charged for traditional landlines. With the use of the Internet and voice over Internet protocol phone systems, or VOIP, businesses can keep their money in their wallet for significant savings each year versus paying it to a phone company. Further, connection repairs are limited to one main Internet connection, avoiding the hassle of multiple line repairs. With an account supported by VOIP providers and the use of a VOIP phone, businesses can easily reach phone calls around the world without the expense of using phone lines, or the hidden expenses that come with long distance fees and other charges.
What does this mean? It means that your small or medium business can save hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars every year by switching from traditional landlines to a VOIP service. It’s a quick and easy solution to cut company costs without sacrificing anything.
Are you already using VOIP? What has your experience been with using them? If not, how do you think your business could benefit from them?
