So it's 2009, recession is here & voip is still gaining ground over conventional systems. Here are a few reasons why you should consider moving your business telecoms to VOIP:

1. Lower Call Rates to Terrestrial Numbers - many Voip call carriers offer low rate or free(inclusive) calls - Vonage, Telapliant, Gradwell.

2. Low Mobile Rates - Many UK VOIP call carriers offer mobile reates between 8 - 10p/min and rates as low as 3p/min using GSM gateways.

3. Cheaper International Calls - most VOIP providers offer very low or inclusive international calls.

4. Reduced Line Rental Fees - many VOIP providers offer unlimited outbound trunks deals which means big savings in comparison to convetional operators.

5. Free Calls to Offices & Remote Workers - calls between remote workers & offices will be free when using VOIP.

6. Longer Call Recording - Voip calls recordings need less storage capacity than convetional calls and you dont require a seperate system for recording.

7. Keep Your Phone Number - by porting your numbers to VOIP you may keep your numbers regardless of where you move to - as far as your clients are concerned - nothing has changes.

8. Automatic Call Divertion on any failure - your calls will automatically re-route should your phone system/broadband/phonelines fail.

9. Shorter Contracts - most VOIP carriers have short contracts - typically 1 - 3 months, leaving you free to switch should better deals come along

10. Better Control - apply your own call diverts and change your phone system settings remotely at any time.

VOIP users should not see any difference in call quality if implemented correctly see voip call quality for more info. The path to success may not always be smooth as telephone service providers may cause un-necessary number porting delays & internet connections will vary with location. The experience or inexperience of your installer will play a big part in the success or failure of your migration - always get references!

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