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StarLeaf Introduces Meeting Room Solution for Microsoft Teams & Skype
UC experts StarLeaf claim to be the very first provider offering native meeting room solutions compatible with both Microsoft Teams and SfB.
Rebekah Carter · 18 Apr 2018
Just Rolled Out Microsoft Teams? Here's How to Maximise User Adoption
Launching a new collaboration strategy for your business can be a powerful step towards productivity, but only if you can encourage good adoption.
Rebekah Carter · 18 Apr 2018Cisco Scrap Spark for Webex Teams
Big news this week from Cisco as they announce Cisco Spark will be rebranded as Cisco Webex Teams.
Patrick Watson · 18 Apr 2018
Avaya vs. Mitel: Clash of the UC Leaders
As the communications marketplace grows increasingly competitive, how do you decide between Avaya or Mitel?
Rebekah Carter · 17 Apr 2018Face Off! Cisco Spark vs Microsoft Teams
Out Loud hear from two experts on the respective benefits of both the Microsoft Teams and Cisco Spark collaboration platforms.
Patrick Watson · 13 Apr 2018
Microsoft and Telstra Join Forces to Offer New Plans for Skype and Teams
Microsoft and Telstra recently partnered to deliver new cloud-based voice services from Teams and Skype with Telstra Calling for Office 365.
Rebekah Carter · 12 Apr 2018
BlueJeans Sales Grow as Business Meetings Evolve
Increased demand for improved meeting room experiences and a new executive team have helped to accelerate growth momentum for BlueJeans.
Rebekah Carter · 12 Apr 2018
Got Microsoft Teams: Now What?
As more companies in the collaboration world continue to experiment with Microsoft Teams, how can you make the most of this tool?
Rebekah Carter · 11 Apr 2018
Top Tips for Migrating Your Enterprise to Microsoft Teams
If you're planning your migration to Microsoft Teams, then it helps to have a strategy in place. These quick tips could help simplify the process.
Rebekah Carter · 4 Apr 2018
Collaboration Face Off: Hanging out with Slack, Spark, Teams and more
The collaboration market is heating up. Once upon a time, Slack were the only player. Then Microsoft caught wind of their success and the rest is history.
Dominic Kent · 29 Mar 2018
Ribbon Offers Secure Integrated Voice to Microsoft Teams with SBC
Ribbon Communications recently announced that their solutions can help enterprises deploy integrated voice solutions alongside their Microsoft Teams services.
Rebekah Carter · 27 Mar 2018Microsoft Teams Dominates - With Tom Arbuthnot
Episode 2 of a new podcast series from UC Today focusing on all things from Microsoft on the collaboration front with Skype for Business and Teams.
Patrick Watson · 27 Mar 2018
Simplifying the Customer Journey with Polycom
During an exclusive interview with Marco Landi, the President for Asia Pacific, Europe, and Africa, we learned about Polycom's plan for the future.
Rob Scott · 23 Mar 2018
Yealink Delivers Future-Proof Voice Solutions for Microsoft Teams
Yealink is pleased to announce that Yealink deliver the enterprise-grade T56A and T58A media phones and the CP960 conference phone for Microsoft Teams.
Ian Taylor · 16 Mar 2018
Ribbon SBC to Deliver Secure Integrated Voice Services to Teams
Ribbon has announced that its Session Border Controller (SBC) portfolio will integrate with Microsoft Teams to deliver a new customer offering: Microsoft Direct Routing for Teams Phone System Hybrid Connection.
Ian Taylor · 16 Mar 2018
Transforming Teams: The Latest Microsoft Teams Update
Shiny new features. Microsoft has been making an enhanced effort to improve the Teams offering in recent months, here's what they introduced in February.
Rebekah Carter · 15 Mar 2018
Who's BIG in Unified Communications this Year?
Unified Communications market analysis right here - we compare the biggest vendors and examine their revenue performance in 2017 versus 2016.
Rob Scott · 14 Mar 2018Happy Birthday to Teams - we speak to GM Lori Wright at Enterprise Connect
As part of our coverage from Enterprise Connect 2018 this week we spoke to Lori Wright, General Manager of Microsoft Teams and Skype, about the latest new features.
Ian Taylor · 14 Mar 2018
Google Hangouts Chat is Here: A New Competitor to Teams and Slack
Google recently released a new update to their digital communications tool "Hangouts", hoping to make it more suited to in-depth collaboration.
Rebekah Carter · 7 Mar 2018Microsoft Teams Podcast - With Tom Arbuthnot
A new podcast series from UC Today focusing on all things from Microsoft on the collaboration front with Skype for Business and Teams.
Patrick Watson · 1 Mar 2018
Microsoft Update: Testing the Waters with Teams
With bigger, more threatening competitors entering the marketplace, Microsoft is doing everything they can to develop a stronger "Teams" platform.
Rob Scott · 28 Feb 2018Round Table: Only 15% of Unified Communications is in the Cloud, correct?
UC Today hear from a variety of experts on the different aspects of Unified Communications services based within the cloud.
Ian Taylor · 23 Feb 2018
Integrating the Islands of IM: The Continual Rise of XMPP
As customers continue to go beyond the telephone call to communicate with brands, could we finally be moving towards a universal approach to instant messaging?
Rob Scott · 23 Feb 2018Collaboration with a Twist
We spoke with João Valente, Head of Twist, to find out more about their new proposition and how it differs in ideology from other collaboration applications.
Ian Taylor · 22 Feb 2018
Accessing Simpler MiFID II Communications Compliance with StarLeaf
With their collection of native Skype for Business meeting rooms, StarLeaf is helping financial organisations to access MiFID II compliance.
Rebekah Carter · 12 Feb 2018
Better Integrations, Better Performance: New Microsoft Teams Features
Microsoft has recently rolled out the largest update to its Teams platform since the application launched in 2017. Here's what you should know.
Rebekah Carter · 8 Feb 2018
Plantronics Introduces Voyager 6200 UC Headset
Plantronics, an audio pioneer and communications technology leader, this week introduced Voyager 6200 UC, the company’s latest addition to its flagship Voyager family of enterprise headsets.
Ian Taylor · 24 Jan 2018
West Achieve Full Native Integration of Cloud CC for Skype for Business
West UC has announced that it has become the first Microsoft Gold Communications Global Partner to achieve full native integration of a cloud contact centre platform into Skype for Business and Microsoft Teams.
Ian Taylor · 23 Jan 2018
Tap Into Your Teams with New Microsoft Calling Capabilities
Microsoft recently announced that they would be enhancing the calling capabilities of the Office 365 Teams services with the help of Skype for Business.
Rebekah Carter · 10 Jan 2018
UC Insights 2018: Investing in Timeless Technology: Insights from Lifesize
Joining our Strategic Insights series for 2018, Lifesize shared their insights into the past and future of the company, and where video conferencing may be headed.
Rob Scott · 19 Dec 2017
UC Predictions 2018: Evolution or Revolution?
As we come to the end of 2017, what's next on the roadmap for UC, and what trends can we expect for the future?
Rob Scott · 15 Dec 2017Skype for Business Quality and Security Measures
Enterprises in particular can still be a little twitchy about the idea of running complete UC systems in the cloud, putting a metaphorical red mark against Skype for Business Online at least.
Ian Taylor · 14 Dec 2017Planning Your Move to Microsoft Teams from Skype for Business
Microsoft’s announcement in September that it planned to replace Skype for Business Online with Teams as its flagship cloud UC platform was received as something of a bombshell by the industry.
Ian Taylor · 13 Dec 2017
UC Insights 2018: Be Ready for the Year of Video says BlueJeans
As part of our Strategic Insights series for 2018, we spoke to the VP and GM, EMEA BlueJeans, James Campanini, and discussed the potential future of video.
Rob Scott · 12 Dec 2017Migrating Your Enterprise to Skype for Business
If, back in 2011, the year Microsoft bought Skype, you had asked a room full of CIO’s about the likelihood of running their entire comms operations on a Skype-based platform, you would have been offered long odds.
Ian Taylor · 11 Dec 2017
Transition From Skype for Business to Teams Might Be Slower than You Think
If you're worried about the impending integration of Skype for Business into Microsoft Teams, the process might be more drawn out than you'd think.
Rebekah Carter · 7 Dec 2017What is Skype for Business Server 2015?
When Skype became part of the Microsoft empire in 2011, plenty in the telecoms industry suspected that the purchase was driven by more than just a desire to own a popular consumer comms brand.
Ian Taylor · 7 Dec 2017Comparing Skype for Business in the Cloud, Hybrid and On-Premises
In this article, we compare the Skype for Business editions available with the key facts you need to know when making your choice.
Ian Taylor · 6 Dec 2017How to be Successful with Skype for Business
If you were looking for a topic to put before a debating club, something along the lines of ‘Has Skype for Business been a success?’ would be perfect. The ammunition for both sides of the argument is compelling.
Ian Taylor · 5 Dec 2017Microsoft Teams Vs Skype for Business: Which One for YOUR Business?
Microsoft is planning on merging the Office 365 edition of Skype for Business with fellow cloud suite stablemate Teams. There is already a roadmap.
Ian Taylor · 4 Dec 2017
Skype for Business & Microsoft Teams Series - Technology Track 2017
You will gain valuable insights about the Skype for Business & Microsoft Teams market today. We’ll be exploring all versions including server and online, value add-ons and endpoint products and accessories.
Ian Taylor · 1 Dec 2017
Rob Reviews the Latest Plantronics Voyager 8200 UC Headset - Live, Work & Learn
Rob Scott reviews: Plantronics have formally announced their new Voyager 8200 UC headset, brimming with fantastic features for both your work and personal life.
Rob Scott · 30 Nov 2017
VOSS Launches Series of Microsoft UC Podcasts
VOSS Solutions has announced the launch of a series of podcasts entitled UC Inside Track, designed to deliver regular insight into the Microsoft UC market as an easy-to-consume audio file.
Ian Taylor · 28 Nov 2017TECH WATCH: Microsoft Opens World’s First Hologram Capture Studio
Be it Princess Leia’s opening plea to kick-start the Star Wars saga, or the sarcastic snipes of Red Dwarf’s affable Arnold Judas Rimmer, the use of holograms has long since been associated with the dazzling world of science fiction – until now.
Ian Taylor · 17 Nov 2017The Rise of Slack and the Death of Skype
Will Slack ever defeat Skype? We counted the odds. Roman Kolgushev of Time Doctor presents some facts and fugures.
Ian Taylor · 17 Nov 2017Cavell European VoIP Summit 2017: UC Today Review
UC Today recently attended the European VoIP Summit held in Amsterdam this October to catch up on the latest news from the industry.
Ian Taylor · 2 Nov 2017
Walmart Becomes the Largest 'Workplace by Facebook' User
Facebook have gotten their hands on a huge client for their collaboration platform "Workplace" recently, in the form of Walmart, the largest US private employer
Rebekah Carter · 31 Oct 2017
Microsoft Updates Their Social VR Strategy with AltspaceVR Acquisition
Microsoft is taking another step into the virtual world, after purchasing the AltspaceVR service. What does this mean for the future of teams?
Rebekah Carter · 30 Oct 2017
What is a Conversational Workspace, and is it the Future of Collaboration?
As we move towards a work environment that's more connected and collaborative than ever before, what does the future hold, and what might success entail?
Rebekah Carter · 25 Oct 2017
Cisco's Acquisition of BroadSoft - Points to Ponder
Cisco set acquire BroadSoft for $1.9 billion, what does this actually mean for BroadSoft partners and customers? Here's a quick analysis of the deal so far.
Rob Scott · 24 Oct 2017
We’ve got your back, Says Polycom
We had the opportunity to catch up with the Director of Polycom's Microsoft Alliance in EMEA, Charlie James at GITEX, to talk about the recent Microsoft changes.
Rob Scott · 20 Oct 2017TECH WATCH: Augmented Reality Headsets: The Future Of Business?
Though widely associated with gaming and the consumer sphere, we are now seeing virtual reality (or augmented reality) headsets make their way over the borderline and establishing themselves as promising tools for the future of business.
Ian Taylor · 20 Oct 2017
Premium Audio & Multi-Device Connectivity with Plantronics Blackwire Line Headsets
Plantronics, an audio pioneer and communications technology leader, today announced the Blackwire 5200 Series and Blackwire 3200 Series.
Ian Taylor · 19 Oct 2017
Celebrating UC & Cloud Day: The Evolution of the UC Conference
Following the recent UC & Cloud Day event on the 9th of October 2017, we caught up with some of the organisers to find out more about the unique conference.
Rob Scott · 17 Oct 2017
Yealink Continues to Flourish in UC Market
The success of Yealink is undeniable and we recently had a sit down with Yealink's VP of Sales, Leo Huang, to see what new products the Chinese Telco-giants have to offer and what plans they have for the future.
Rob Scott · 16 Oct 2017
Microsoft vs Cisco: The Different Routes for VR Collaboration
As Cisco and Microsoft have both showcased their respective approaches to virtual reality lately, customers are starting to ask which option is more tailored for success.
Rebekah Carter · 13 Oct 2017
What to Expect from Skype for Business Server 2019
Microsoft announced several big changes in their portfolio at the annual Ignite event this year, including the development of a new Skype for Business Server.
Rebekah Carter · 13 Oct 2017
VOSS Solutions Enables Microsoft Teams to Optimise an Organisation’s UC Experience
VOSS Solutions has announced that its flagship product, VOSS-4-UC can now enable users of Microsoft Teams to optimise an organisation’s Microsoft UC experience.
Ian Taylor · 11 Oct 2017
Microsoft Teams Tackles Dial-In Conferencing
Microsoft recently announced the emergence of a new dial-in feature for Teams, which could highlight the upcoming merger between Skype and Teams.
Rebekah Carter · 9 Oct 2017
Exploring the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Meeting Solutions
Here we dive into the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Meeting Solutions, which aims to provide an insight into some of the most competitive vendors in the communications space.
Rebekah Carter · 9 Oct 2017