Whilst we hope it will never happen, have you thought about how you’d communicate with staff and pupils across your school if you needed to commence a lockdown protocol as the result of a terror or lone attack? Mass school shootings and acts of terrorism can often be things that you see on the television and think of as being…

Do you have people working remotely or on their own? If so then you’re certainly no longer in the minority – many organisations and businesses now embrace remote working as advances in technology and internet speeds make it an increasingly cost effective and attractive way of working. But if those employees were to become injured or embroiled in a dangerous…

VoIP telephony is becoming increasingly popular with many of the organisations with whom we work. No matter if you’re a school, a doctor’s surgery or any other form of organisation, this technology potentially offers a host of benefits including cost savings and increased flexibility and functionality. It is however a big decision to move away from a traditional system toward…

Does your organisation take high volumes of calls or have a lot of people on the phone at any given time? Could you benefit from better understanding when those calls are made, who’s taking them and from having that information at the fingertips at every point during the day? If the answer to those questions is a ‘yes’, then NEC’s…

If you think about your phone, the technology in your car or any other area of your life five years ago and compare it to the here and now, you’ll soon realise that when it comes to technology, things really do move quickly. We’ve been working with organisations on their phone systems for more than 20 years, so as you…

Do you have staff members working at different locations on different days? Perhaps you have people on the road or working from home? No matter where your colleagues are based, you’ll now be able to bring them all together to share, collaborate, message and communicate, all with one simple user-friendly app. What is this app and how does it work?…

When it comes to technology times move quickly. As our mobile phones and computers get more powerful we often change them and upgrade accordingly, sometimes on a regular basis, but when was the last time you reviewed your telephone system or the costs associated with making and taking calls? For many business owners a review of their telephone provider can…

The issue No matter what industry your organisation is operating in, whether it’s a school, a doctor’s surgery or the site of a large factory, there’ll be occasions when your employees are either not at their desk, or not on-site at all. This poses a potential problem; if you find that your staff are away from their desk for long…

The issue No matter what your industry, the summer period brings with it a whole host of things to consider when it comes to your phone system. Most of us will enjoy a well-earned break in the sunshine at some point meaning that staff numbers can be lower, particularly during the school holidays. If you work in certain areas such…

The issue Whether you’re old or new, the lifeblood of any organisation is its customers and your success or failure will often be due in large part to the way you interact with them and the way you’re able to communicate with them. People buy from, and deal with people. In a competitive environment it’s also how you stand out…

The issue Running any organisation requires time management, co-ordination of your employees and team work. So if you have several offices and locations, or you have employees on the road and away from the office frequently, how do you get them together to discuss business without having to drag them away from customers and without losing time with expensive travel?…

It’s hard to ignore the current financial pressures in the UK, so we know that communication system budgets are tight in many organisations across the country. However, with our years of experience we also know that getting the right telephone system for your organisation is vital to the smooth running of your organisation. We believe that a tight budget doesn’t…

Seasonal organisations are often forgotten when it comes to appropriate configuration, with most suppliers putting the focus on organisations that operate in much the same way all year round. However, we know that this means you need a fantastic telephone system which can easily adapt to your different needs as you progress through high and low season and holiday periods…

Has the winter illness hit your business? Around 9.6 million work days are lost each year due to the ‘winter blues’ and that’s a lot of days! Unfortunately, we can’t prevent germs being spread around the office but we can help your business be best prepared for when a member of the team is away. How, we hear you ask?…

The weather is a hot topic in the UK (not as hot as we would like!). Every year thousands of businesses across Devon, Somerset and beyond lose out because of storm related damage. The winter storms of 2013/14 are an unpleasant reminder, with many businesses still recovering from the devastating floods. How does your company cope when things go wrong,…

At the heart of every business, company, and organisation is the need to communicate; whether it’s with customers, staff, teachers, or suppliers. The way you’re able to converse with important stakeholder groups will be key to how successfully and efficiently you operate on a daily basis. If communication is central to what you do, an effective phone system is vital;…

It’s an old cliché, but there’s never a one size fits all solution when it comes to your phone system’s infrastructure. We’ll often dazzle you with what our systems can do and how they can help your organisation, but it’s the correct infrastructure that ensures that you’ll be benefiting from all of those features without having to worry about issues…

It’s a new year, everyone is back to work, and it’s a great time to think about your phone system. The winter months can cause and reveal all kinds of unexpected problems; the best way to deal with these issues is to be prepared and have a system that can adapt to your needs, no matter what the weather. Here…

We know there are plenty of phone system providers around the country, but we also know that we’re different. Our unique approach and specialist advice means we’re not like the others, and we’re proud to stand out from the crowd. Want to know why? Here are just a few things that make us unique. Over 25 years of experience We’ve…

When it comes to telecommunications, there isn’t a ‘one size fits all’ solution, which is why we offer a range of different and tailored services. For the past 25 years we’ve been implementing phone systems that add value, and over this time we’ve learnt that what works for one organisation, won’t necessarily work for another. Let us tell you a…

No one wants to be paying more than necessary for their calls, particularly organisations with strict budgets and lots of calls to make. Phone deals can be covered with figures and terminology that is, quite frankly, confusing. This leads to many customers not knowing the exact breakdown of their call cost, and even becoming victim to what is known as…

VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) has been on a steady rise in recent years, in fact, there’s been around a 75% increase in businesses opting to use of the cost-friendly telephone systems since 2010. VoIP works by using a broadband line to make calls. Data is sent and received via the internet connection, just like emails, and the result is…

For many organisations, telephone systems are a lifeline that is relied on every single day, so what happens when the power has gone? Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) allows you to keep going even when there’s an issue with the power. It maintains and protects systems during critical times, and can save you a lot of time and hassle. You may…

Call centres are very busy places, so having a telephone system that suits the needs of the business, employees, and customers, is absolutely vital. There are a huge range of problems you may currently be facing in your call centre, and it may seem like there’s no way to solve them, but a large number of those problems can be…

Technology moves at a rapid pace, and the needs of an organisation change over time. We understand that having the best communication system in your school, academy, or college is important, so we’re offering a free review of your telephony services. What will be checked Telephone hardware – what was top of the range a few years ago is no…

Getting through to a GP surgery can be stressful for both patients and staff. The phone can’t always be answered and there may be multiple patients trying to get through at once, particularly at the beginning of a day. Whilst we can’t fix the problem through extra staff, we can help through an advanced system which monitors the activity on…

Deciding what type of phone number your organisation needs can be a tricky decision. There are plenty of options out there, so it’s important that you find the right one for your needs and contacts. Non-geographical numbers have been top of the tables for a while (that’s your 0800’s or your 0845 numbers), but it isn’t necessarily the best option…