Cloud Advatages: Email in the Cloud

Other than getting more for less, email in the Cloud is something businesses should look into:

Businesses today depend on cost-competitive and dependable communications services to stay connected and maintain productivity. Considering junk mail filtering and ease of transition, staying connected is easy through Outlook, the Micrsoft Exchange email in the cloud.

Benefits include:

  1. One more way for small businesses to thrive and stay competitive.
  2. More storage.
  3. Easy transition.
  4. Secure inbox.
  5. Always keeps business owners in sync with employees.
  6. Stay connected features so if needed, you can take the office with you.
  7. Easy updates.
  8. Access any time, anywhere.

How can you get this service? Have additional questions? Contact us: https://nwmap.com/contact-us

Technology Do’s and Don’ts

You may find some of these suggestions basic, but it wasn’t until the other day that I realized it’s the basic ones that we forget or take for granted. Just like every day we may forget some basic manners like a ‘Please’ and ‘Thank you’. Yes, we certainly forget little things that matter in big ways. Sales agents may even forget that real people are behind that phone or profile page online. I reminded my teenager to not depend entirely on technology- asked her if there were no technology, would you have any friends? It seems all of their social life is online and on the phone.

Technology is everywhere and everything now, but even technology comes with some stipulations and rules if you plan on using it advantageously. Our youth need to understand how to use technology personally (I don’t think they have a problem with that) versus professionally (this may be an issue). Don’t get me wrong, I am fully aware of how the personal online life spills over into the professional, especially with social networking, but there is the difference between appropriate and inappropriate. For the professionals out there, the following pointers listed are excellent reminders.

  • Do utilize fitness apps to help keep
    you in shape- also mind or word puzzle apps to keep your mind fit
  • Don’t  use text-speak for emails. Please use complete sentences when writhing a professional email.
  • Do be aware of how your employer or workplace expects you to use or not use technology/ your own devices.
  • Don’t use technology as the only form of keeping in touch with your personal contacts.
  • Do use technology for business contacts after you’ve established an
    in-person relationship
  • Don’t use emails or texts to avoid difficult conversations
  • Do use technology for saving time, not getting distracted
  • Don’t become too reliant on technology  
  • Do keep yourself informed about the
    latest innovations in technology
  • Don’t assume everyone communicates the way you do, meaning that there will be older generations in the workforce longer  and not all appreciate texting- some may even like a phone call. Everyone is different. Always ask their preferred method of contacting them.
  • Do turn on and off your phone and devices at appropriate times.

 

 

Business Goals for 2012

Happy 2012! With 2012 making it’s entrance, change is in the air. Many people are realizing the economy is staying the way it is for a while so now they’re asking, ‘How do we make the best of this?’ ‘How do we change in a stagnant economy?’ Whether you’re a small, medium, or large business, many of your concerns involve the future and moving forward instead of back or behind and you’re wondering; “How can we make our money stretch further or get more and better for less?’

At NWMAP we know a lot about how to get more for your money. This is what we do for people and their business. We only succeed because what we did for you is working, and paying off. In other words, our business succeeds if, and only if, you do. How do we do this?

We provide free quotes, reviews and advice about solutions to your existing communication systems concerns or queries. We identify whether you are paying too much or paying for a service that does nothing for you. We show you how to make that dollar stretch and we can give you peace of mind that our solutions for you will pay off, now or long-term. By doing this we are helping you identify and fulfill your 2012 business goals. Where can you save money? Let us show you. What can you do to get your small or large business into 2012 and beyond? We can also show you how.

Telecom is one area in which you can move your business forward and get more for your money while saving money. Whatever your 2012 business goals are, we can help steer you in the right direction by addressing at least one major aspect of your business; how you communicate.  

More FREE information: https://nwmap.com/contact-us/request-quote. Contact us about your 2012 business goals, concerns, questions, etc.

Video Conferencing For Employee Training

The importance of video conferencing for new or ongoing employee training is crucial to reaching optimum efficiency and performance within a business. Companies that have multiple locations must have this feature. The technology is there, lower costs than ever on this technology is available, and the facts overwhelmingly support the necessity of it. What you need to know is, are you getting what you need?

First you need a Telecom Agency you trust. They should consistently keep you updated on new products as they roll out, better prices, and consolidated plans. They shouldn’t pressure you into anything you don’t need, but rather offer addtional solutions for what you already have or create a better plan that can save you money.

Benefits of video conferencing are increased productivity, lower cost than in-person training (cost of air-fare isn’t going down), ability to embrace new company programs and business practices, and easily fits into or can be adjusted around regular work day activities. These benefits may or may not apply to you right now. You may have an existing system, but question whether you are getting what you want out of it or whether something newer with a lower price tag is out there.

NWMAP, a reputable Telecom Master Agency, has access to a variety of carriers with specific products and services, including but not limited to, video conferencing.

Sources: http://telecommunicationnews.net/2010/11/11/integra-telecom-offers-session-initiation-protocol-sip-technology-for-integrated-voice-and-data-service/

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Make Money Selling Telecom

There is money to be made even for the person who doesn’t know everything about Telecom technology- It’s possible. In fact, it is more possible than ever with more money to be made as well.

Telecom today is dramatically different than it was 15 years ago when an agent would be limited to selling long distance services and perhaps conference calling. The products and services to be offered are extremely advantageous, from the ease of selling a necessary service to providing a cost effective, competitive technology for clients.

Core Voice and Data Services: Local, Long-distance, Toll-free, DSL, Cable Modem, T1 line, Integrated T1.

VoIP Services:VoIP (voice over IP) and SIP Trunking.

Conferencing Services: Audio Conferencing, Web Conferencing, and Video Conferencing.

Data Services:Private Lines, T1, DS3, Optical Circuits, Frame Relay/ATM, Ethernet Private Lines and LAN, MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching WAN technology), Virtual Private Networks, Wavelengths, and Wireless WAN.

Mobile Voice and Data

Hosted Services: Unified Communications and IP PBX.

Managed Services: Remote Network Monitoring and security, Remote Data Back-up, and restoration.

Professional Services: NWMAP offers consulting, Telecom Expense Management, Telecom Project Management, and Company Moving Services.

For additional info on becoming a Telecom Agent please visit: https://nwmap.com/contact-us on our contact page.