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UC&C29 Nov 2021 · 1 min read

Operator Connect vs Direct Routing - Demystifying Teams Voice

Demystify Microsoft Teams voice: compare Operator Connect and Direct Routing, assess BYOC and ongoing support, and see why partners matter. Published on UC Toda

Rob Scott

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In this session we discuss the following:

  • What is Microsoft Operator Connect and how does it compare to Direct Routing?
  • Enterprise challenges and opportunities
  • Is DIY a reality or is BYOC in Microsoft Teams a partner deployment the best way forward?
  • What kind of ongoing support is most effective for managing Microsoft Teams cloud voice?

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