What are the business benefits of FWaaS? Your business firewall is essential for network security, irrespective of the size of your company. If your IT team struggles with continual firewall maintenance, or constantly needs to call in your managed firewall contractors, then upgrading to FWaaS (firewall as a service) could well be the solution you [...]
Could a cloud-based phone service improve your business? Many businesses are unlocking the potential of the cloud for storing data and are benefiting from its cost-effective, easily accessed and secure storage solutions. But have you considered what potential benefits cloud-based phone services could have? Below we breakdown cloud-based phone services and how they could improve [...]
SonicWall estimates huge cost of ransomware attacks in 2019 According to estimates from cybersecurity firm SonicWall, the global cost of redeeming sensitive information stolen by criminals in ransomware attacks could exceed USD 11.5 billion in 2019. https://blog.barkly.com/ransomware-statistics-2018 shows that costs for data recovery can be as high as USD 3.9 million, and 1 in 10 [...]
Will artificial intelligence help eliminate telecoms fraud? The single biggest threat to the telecoms industry is fraud, costing the profession an estimated £22 billion in 2017 alone, according to the Communications Fraud Control Association. As well as having a huge impact on finances, this level of fraud can also majorly affect an industry’s reputation. When [...]
The top ways to improve worker satisfaction in your contact center When we think of a satisfying call center experience, we immediately envision the customer quickly getting through to an agent and having their issue resolved with no communication barriers. While this is an excellent goal for any business, it overlooks the fact that job [...]
2018 call center technology trends With the start of a new year upon us, it is time to reflect on what we learnt in 2018. In the world of call center technology, there were plenty of developments last year which could come to shape the future. So let's take a look at some of them: [...]
3 call centre mistakes that drive customers away In a modern economy where unique technological solutions are being applied to age-old problems, the success of a business depends more than ever on its ability to enhance customer experience through innovative new methods. One area that is ripe for an increased focus on technology that improves [...]
Effective tips on beating telecoms fraud One modern danger that many businesses now face is telecoms fraud. As a business owner, it will be the cost to your company's profits that will worry you the most. Figures from the latest ITW Global Leaders Forum peg the estimated global cost of this activity at $17 billion. [...]
3 steps to preventing toll fraud Toll fraud is still a major issue for UK businesses. For all businesses who use a VoIP system for their telecommunications set-up, it is something to be aware of. In simple terms, it sees hackers breaking into your VoIP system to make fraudulent calls with it. Naturally, this can [...]
5 ways to improve call center quality Call centers play a significant role in determining business efficiency, improving conversions, and gauging customer satisfaction rate. For your call center to be at the top of its game, it always has to deliver fantastic customer service. Re-evaluating the way a call center works is therefore very vital [...]
