For many small businesses, it may seem smart to choose a Traditional Business Phone System. After all, they are simple to use and relatively reliable. However, not only are there unexpected costs after installation, but traditional systems also tie you down to one location and make flexibility and innovation impractical.
Cloud-based systems, on the other hand, offer flexibility and cost savings. They work over the internet. This makes the amount of features you can get nearly limitless. With the cloud you can take advantage of voicemail to email, user web portals, and remote office collaboration apps. Here are the top disadvantages of Traditional Business Phone Systems and how it can cost your business.
Hardware, Set up, and Maintenance
With Traditional Business Phone Systems, you need to factor the set-up and maintenance charges into the price. You also need to consider the infrastructure. Unlike the cloud, you have to house all of the equipment at your site. Not only does this take up space, but it can also prove expensive to maintain. With the cloud, your provider houses and maintains all of the equipment.
Growth and Mobility
Growth is important to all businesses. With traditional systems, however, this is not considered upon installation. Your landlines are limited to the number of lines that you currently have. It can prove expensive to add more as you grow. It also necessitates a physical installation. With the cloud, you can add additional lines virtually. Not only is this less expensive, but it is also much more practical for growing businesses.
Upgrades and Integrations
Your phone system should have conference calling, voicemail to email, Microsoft Office integration, etc. If you have a Traditional Business Phone System, these features typically cost extra and require an installation. With the cloud, these features cost less and can be turned on at a moment’s notice.
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