While in many ways working from home is convenient, it does bring about a new set of challenges. Therefore, it is important to equip yourself with the proper business tools to ensure that you remain productive at home. One of the most important tools is a SIP softphone. Here’s why:
What Is a SIP Softphone?
A softphone is essentially a ‘software telephone’. It is a software program that contains all of the features and functions of your Business Phone System. For example, it has a keypad on your monitor and has hold, mute, and transfer options. You can even use your business voicemail with a softphone. Best of all, you can still use your business phone number with a softphone. To operate it, you simply download the software on your computer or mobile phone.
Use a SIP Softphone to Boost Your Productivity
A SIP softphone can help boost your productivity at home. Here is how:
Mobile Softphone App
As mentioned above, you can download the software on your mobile device. This is extremely advantageous because it doesn’t tie you to your desk. A softphone makes it possible to take an important business call from anywhere.
Integrate with Other Business Apps
One way to boost productivity is to integrate your softphone with other business apps. For example, a CRM is one of the most important tools for increasing productivity. If you integrate your softphone with your CRM, you can find caller contact records instantly.
Video Conferencing
Working from home doesn’t mean you can’t collaborate with your colleagues. Softphone also provide video conferencing capabilities. This makes it easier to participate in group brainstorming sessions with fellow employees.
Voicemail
With softphones, you don’t have to dial extensions and PIN numbers to listen to your voicemail. Softphones make it much easier, as voicemail management controls are built into your dashboard.
If you have any questions regarding Softphones, or SIP Trunking in general, please contact Intuity today at (800) 811-1086. Please feel free to also follow us on Twitter.