Mike Smith's Brain

Microsoft Teams Phone System Review 2023

Microsoft Teams Phone System Review 2023 In this video, I walk you through using Microsoft Teams Soft phone, Mobile App, and Admin Portal. I give my opinion on how Microsoft Teams Phone System might be a great fit for your

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SD-WAN Vendors: 5 Questions to Narrow Your Comparison – A Broker’s Perspective

Your company is in the market for SD-WAN vendors, but not sure where to start. In this video, I explain the best 5 questions to narrow your comparison options. Want my recommendations on the best SD-WAN solutions that your company

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Cybersecurity Risk Assessment Template: Audit Logs

What is the best template to use for a cybersecurity risk assessment, for Audit Logs? In this video, I explain the best template to follow based on three different categories of cybersecurity requirements. Want my recommendations on the best companies

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Cloud PBX Phone Systems – 6 Preparations Your Company’s LAN

Your company is transitioning from an on-prem phone system to a Cloud PBX phone system. What 6 steps can you take to prepare for the installation? In this video I explain the 6 basic things you can do to prepare

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The Best Cloud Call-Contact Center Software: Go beyond IT

Your company is looking for a new Call Center Software Solution. But before you attend a demo, think about going beyond the IT department. In this video I explain how to take a holistic approach that involves not only the

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Microsoft Teams Phone System: Backup Failover to an Auto Attendant

Is your company concerned about the reliability of Microsoft Teams phone system and looking for a solution like a Backup Failover to an Auto Attendant? In this video I discuss options for failover to a third-party auto attendant when Teams

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The Best Cloud Call Center Software: Desk Phones

Your company is interested in a new call center software, but you’re uncertain whether your agents should use a desk phone, soft phone, or both? In this video I explain which questions you should ask yourself about: Are your agents

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Microsoft Teams Phone: Fax, Paging, and Analog Devices

Your company is considering switching to Microsoft Teams for your phone system, but what about your analog devices such faxes, overhead paging, and door buzzers? I will be explaining how third party-solutions offer ways to integrate analog devices into Microsoft

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The Best Cloud Call-Contact Center Software: Do Not Disturb

You are looking for the best cloud call center software for your company, but your call center manager has asked for a way to prevent agents from putting themselves on do not disturb. In the video below, I explain two

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How Much Does SD-WAN Cost in 2023?

How much does SD-WAN Cost in 2023? I talk about the cost of SD-WAN in 2023, which depends on the provider’s pricing model. Some providers charge based on bandwidth usage and others charge by circuits. By evaluating these pricing models,

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