This month Panasonic debuted the latest next generation SIP phone. The all new KX-UTG200 is an awesome feat of Panasonic engineering from the ground up. The KX-UTG200 is packed with lots of enhanced features that make it both user-friendly and flexible in design.

Panasonic had this to say about it:

“Designed to enhance communications and lower operating expenses, the new SIP endpoints provide businesses an affordable and user-friendly SIP telephony solution with plug and play simplicity and flexible configuration options.” (read the full press release here)

Although we haven’t seen final pricing yet, it looks like the new KX-UTG200 is going to be a very affordable SIP phone in the $300 range.

If you're one of the 1,000s of companies this year that is moving your office, then you already know the near inexhaustible to-do list that is ahead of you. While we can’t help you with the other items, we have put together this easy-to-follow checklist to make moving or switching your phone system in Houston easier.

Another Great Reason To Choose Panasonic Business Phone Systems

Action Phone Systems is Houston's #1 Panasonic Reseller. Now through 09/30/2014, we are offering an EXCLUSIVE 0% financing option for Panasonic Business Telephone Systems.

A good business owner knows that having state-of-the art equipment can make a day flow smoother, more productively and can increase revenue. But sometimes the upfront cost of investing in this necessary expense can really hurt!

Unified Communications (UC) is one of the fastest growing technology platforms active today. And its no surprise why , with the growing trend of remote works, ever increasing mobile demands, and the ease of use of small screen and tablet applications. All of these factors add up to the same conclusion - companies are realizing they need a phone system platform that can meet the demands of today's high-tech needs.

Even if you are not totally sure what Unified Communications (UC) is or haven't heard the term before, you are probably somewhat familiar with the benefits. In fact, if you have ever received a txt msg of a voice mail, or had a phone call forwarded - then you have received some of the benefits this amazing technology has to offer.

Whether your company employees remote workers, staff that spends a lot of time in the field, or simply personnel that is constantly in and out of the office, your company can greatly benefit from a Unified Commutations platform by Panasonic.

One of the most common matters we discuss with customers on our support calls is network security – specifically, how to lock down SIP Trunks, IP PBXs, SIP phones, and routers from hacking. Here we review different ways hackers can break into your voice network and the steps you can take to secure your system.

For networking professionals, one of the most difficult things to deal with is troubleshooting VoIP issues, because the troubleshooting process for VoIP is not always intuitive. Answers to the questions, “What could be wrong?” and “What should I check first?” are not always readily apparent.

To aid your troubleshooting and allow you to take some meaningful actions before reaching out to your telco or vendor help desk, we’ve listed the most common VoIP problems you may face, as well as their causes and solutions.

A decade ago, it would have been rare to meet someone who could carry out their profession from anywhere. For most, “going to work” involved physically going to a place of business. Today, because of the swift development of collaboration tools and the ubiquitousness of connectivity to the internet, working from anywhere is not only an option, but is often preferred by both employer and employee. Studies have shown that a mobile workforce tends to be more productive and experience higher job satisfaction.

Voice over IP (VoIP) technology is one of the major facilitators of employee mobility. Here we highlight some of the functionalities and tools that allow for a seamlessly mobile workforce.

The GVC3200 series of video conferencing (VC) systems offers options that cover the diverse needs of businesses big, small and in-between. The series consists of three models: the GVC3200, GVC3202 and GVC3210. In this article we’ll explore each device in the GVC family and help you understand the flexibility and customization provided by each one — guiding you to choose a device that works the way your business does.

Voice over IP delivers major improvements to traditional communication networks, and as a result legacy analog phone systems are on their way out. Ten years ago, 80% of homes had landlines, but today that number is down to 43%— and businesses are following this trend, as well. However much VoIP is becoming the go-to technology for communications, it is important to acknowledge that certain markets cannot fully convert to a total VoIP solution. Not recognizing this could lead to loss in potential sales against competitors. In these situations, a hybrid VoIP network can help deliver the flexibility and power of an IP solution while catering to the restraints of your customer. Below are some of the most common situations and their solutions.

Panasonic has taken advantage of the incredible flexibility that IP telephony provides by introducing its new Mobile Softphone. It integrates with Panasonic IP telephony systems to provide versatile and adaptable unified communication services, anytime, anywhere.