On Prem Systems are Outdated and a Headache!

Are you tired of dealing with the headaches and never-ending saga of an outdated on-premise phone system? Do you find yourself spending more time and money on equipment and maintenance than on your actual business operations? It's time to consider the benefits of a cloud-based phone system.

Firstly, let's address the elephant in the room: the cost of on-premise systems. They can burn a hole in your pocket with their expensive hardware and regular software updates, which can quickly add up. Not to mention the ongoing maintenance and consulting fees you'll have to pay to keep your system running smoothly. According to a study conducted by Tech.co, businesses that switch from on-premise to cloud-based systems can save up to 40% in total cost of ownership (TCO) over three years. Now, that’s a lot of dough you could save and use to buy a cute little pet, don’t you think?

...and since we are talking about saving money, have a look at this use case:

Southern Agricultural Insecticides, Inc (Southern AG) was operating on a legacy on-premise system for its three locations. Multiple carriers for Internet services created expensive loop charges, unused circuits and complicated billing. Fail-over systems were entirely lacking at one of their locations while they were over subscribed for Managed Security services across all locations.

TelWare's solution was simple. Their team replaced all on-premise systems across 3 locations with OneCloud, which included phone, voice and maintenance for the life of the system. Billing was consolidated, simple and straightforward. TelWare's team replaced all fiber circuits and eliminated their extra charges and unused circuits. Southern AG now has SDWan for all 3 locations with security options and built-in failover and redundancy. After multiple extensive audits, TelWare guided Southern AG through the design and installation process from start to finish, ensuring the system went live on completion day and met all business objectives. - Oh and saved them 60% on their monthly billing!

In addition to the high costs, on-premise systems can also be plagued by outdated hardware parts. As manufacturers move on to newer technology, it becomes harder and harder to find replacement parts for your system. This can lead to long wait times and costly repairs, not to mention the headache it causes. Who wants that? Nobody, that’s who!

But what about the common on-premises system issues you may be facing? Do you find yourself struggling to maintain multiple non-integrated systems? Or dealing with complex licensing and management? These are all problems that can be solved with a cloud-based system.

Cloud-based systems offer a wide range of features and integrations that on-premise systems simply can't match. With Cloud UCaaS, you can enjoy features like virtual receptionists, call routing, voicemail, and more. You can integrate your phone system with your customer relationship management (CRM) software. This allows you to track calls, log notes, and manage customer interactions all in one place. You can also integrate your phone system with your email, calendar, and other business applications to create a seamless and efficient workflow. Plus, cloud services offer modern-day mobility benefits that allow you to work from anywhere with an internet connection. You can literally work from a beach and call it a “workcation.”

Reliability is also a key benefit of cloud services. With cloud-based systems, your data is protected by advanced encryption and other security measures. OneCloud is a cloud-based phone system provider, that is hosted on our servers, accessible through an encrypted web browser leaving nothing on-site to be vulnerable to hacking, theft or even damage. By having your system hosted in the cloud, you get carrier-grade security out of the box. And in the event of an outage or other issue, cloud service providers typically offer fast and efficient support to get you back up and running quickly. So, don’t worry about your business data. It’s safer than a cat in a bubble wrap suit!

Perhaps most importantly, cloud services offer significant cost benefits over on-premise systems. With a cloud-based system, you'll have a fixed per-user cost structure that's predictable and easy to manage. And with centralized administration, multi-location management becomes much simpler. You can manage your entire phone system from your bedroom while wearing your pajamas, sipping on some coffee, and petting your cat. Now, isn’t that convenient?

And let's not forget about the level of security that cloud data protection offers. Cloud service providers invest heavily in security measures to ensure that your data is safe and secure. With advanced encryption and other security measures, you can rest easy knowing that your data is safe and secure, unlike your secrets!

But perhaps the best part of using a cloud-based system is that it frees up your IT department to focus on other critical business operations. Cloud service providers handle all maintenance and operation, so you can focus on what you do best. So, while your IT department is busy petting cats, the cloud service provider is busy maintaining the system, and you can focus on growing your business and petting more cats!

So, what are you waiting for? Say goodbye to the headaches of an outdated on-premise system and hello to the benefits of a cloud-based phone system. With its cost savings, advanced features, and reliable data protection, it's the smart choice for modern businesses.

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