Hosted PBX Canada Features And Services

By Katrina Wheeler


Switches for telephone stations are known as Hosted PBX Canada (private branch exchange). Sometimes it also referred to as computerized branch exchange. A typical station comprises different branches its main function being to connect phone lines from and to the system. It also helps to record statistics, switching between phone users, metering and quantity linked to the activities of calling. Additionally they ensure that all the connections are intact and assist in hanging up when call have ended.

Different companies have varies use for the services. A lot of businesses are embracing these systems since it is possible to buy or lease just a single line to serve the whole organization. The single line will then be linked with all the phones in the premise. These different phones are widely known as extensions.

Components of a complete station include; switch boards, a micro computer, uninterrupted power supply (UPS), station lines and Telecom-trunks which are used to deliver signals. This system serves different functions. Some of which are; to forward calls, automatic assistance, caller ID blocking, greetings, fail over and rejecting anonymous callers.

Big companies with wide clientele base found it exhausting to handle each and every client problems or inquiries personally. There is a feature in this system that construct greetings depending on the time and type of caller. It becomes less expensive than hiring a large number of employees needed. Every person needs to feel attended to and this feature helps especially in bringing in new customers. In the long run it is cheaper and efficient.

In addition the business gets the chance to get rid of jokers and prank callers who have a habit of blocking their identities. Abusive and notorious clients are also put on the block list to reduce conflicts. Under those circumstances, no information gets through to the company and customers are politely notified that anonymous calling is not allowed.

People at times call business place at odd hours or at busy times. To risk losing clients a certain future informs them that the particular person is not available, in return the callers can be politely directed to voice mall or told to call another time. On the other hand the busy employee will not be inconvenienced. Likewise calls may be redirected to other lines where they can be assisted.

To understand clearly the concepts of using PBX some clarifications are in order. Internet is not included in the package; some systems may require the purchase of new phones since they can become incompatible with old phone. Auto-assistant does not mean auto-problem solver. It will require management intervention for some queries by callers.

The benefits of using these systems are significant in determining how a company operates. Some of the benefits are; it has been known to save costs on telephone bills, important number can be still used instead of replacement. Bills are shown individual therefore showing who spends more. Hosted PBX Canada performs on only two platforms namely; using internet or public switch telephone. Depending on the company chosen both platforms may be used together to achieve the desired effect by a user.




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