Thursday, January 12, 2023

We Take the Headache Away

Even if you want coax internet, it never hurts to check fiber optic rates. We can make this process easier for you. SOL will determine which fiber optic providers can service your address. We manage the quoting and research on the front end.  We manage the sale, provisioning, and installation on the back end. We do this by following up continuously with the ISP throughout the process. As we are familiar with how different ISPs operate, we can use our expertise throughout various scenarios. For some businesses, investigating fiber can seem like a headache, let alone installing it. 

We'll remove the headache. 

Monday, November 21, 2022

SOL Communications is a partner with Spectrum Business. We are able to quote, sell, review, negotiate with, and provide guidance on all Spectrum Business services. The following content on POTS to VoIP is taken from the Spectrum Voice product. 

The FCC has mandated that providers transition from POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service) to next-generation technology, such as VOIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol). In fact, most providers are already removing the copper wire on which POTS relies and are minimizing support.

VOIP is a digital voice service that enables you to make phone calls while also enjoying greater functionality and productivity. VOIP also supports your existing systems, minimizing disruptions to your business.


You need a solution that will support business phones, security systems, POS and fax machines and elevators







It is important to have a phone system that boosts your business's connectivity and productivity. But you also need a lower cost to set up and maintain that system.





Make sure your provider is offering advanced features, such as auto attendant, voicemail to email, call hunting and more. If you have questions on any of these features, don't hesitate to reach out. 

SOL Communications wants to make sure that each business understands the value of competing phone systems. The most expensive voice solution is not always the right fit. Let SOL Communications work with your business to find a phone system that will work for you. 

John@SOLCommunicationsLLC.com
207-815-2011


Friday, November 11, 2022

Paying too much for POTS Lines?

There are many options now for POTS Line replacement. Some organizations are paying north of $40 per month for each POTS line, not including taxes and fees. If you're in need of a simple evaluation process, let SOL help. We can look at replacing all of your POTS lines by finding the right supplier in your area. We work with multiple suppliers, but we know which ones work best with small business vs larger corporations. 

Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Fire and Security Alarms - Voice and Wireless

The National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code 2019 of Maine - 29.10.9.10.6 writes the following:

A dedicated cellular telephone connection shall be permitted to be used as a single means to transmit alarms to a constantly attended remote monitoring location.

Both radio and cellular are safe ways to set up an alarm system in Maine but it is best to review this with both your carrier and trusted alarm system provider. Radio may actually be the best because there will be no sunsetting the technology (like there will be with POTS, 2G, or 3G).

While SOL Communications is a Maine-based business, we specialize in helping business owners from anywhere in the United States manage their technology. Let us know if your business is in the middle of trying to figure out how to associate your telecommunication needs with your fire detection or security alarms. Our goal is to ensure you have the best technology for your needs at the most affordable rate.

Thursday, October 27, 2022

Who should I reach out to? Reaching the right person when calling vendors

 


SOL Communications is your technology partner. We not only help select the right provider (for data, voice, cloud, colo, 5G and AI), but we also help you throughout the lifecycle of your relationship with the provider during the term of your service. Let SOL Communications handle these type of interactions so your time is spent focusing on your business. Best of all, we don't charge you for this extra management layer of service. 

Wednesday, October 26, 2022

Robust Quoting Solution

SOL Communications has a robust quoting solution that provides scalable circuit quoting and carrier serviceability from multiple internet service providers. You will benefit from having a single source with a deep understanding of telecom experience in qualifying and quoting your carrier services. SOL Communications simplifies your quoting operations by improving accuracy and decreasing time and costs. This ensures your business is focused on more important tasks. As there is no charge for this service, let SOL check to see what options are available at your address and handle the interactions with the ISP.

Friday, August 12, 2022

Rewind and Fast-forward your Voicemail


All businesses should have a voicemail system that allows them to easily rewind and fast forward voice messages. Even better is having a VM sent to you by email so you can listen to it on any device. Whether you're opening the voicemail in a softphone application or email, every business should have this capability. Regardless of your size, I can help you price out options for your business.

Thursday, June 23, 2022

8x8 Certification

 

SOL Communications can work with any sized organization to ensure their voice environment is up to par. We can help you assess your existing voice environment to find areas of improvement and efficiency.
Digital transformation has changed how we work. Video conferencing, mobile devices, instant messaging, SMS, Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and real-time collaboration tools are becoming the norm for interaction.
Unified communications (UC) solutions combine all these channels and make them available through a single, cohesive application so organizations can streamline workflows and improve productivity.

Friday, May 27, 2022

SOL Communications and Rivas Tech Group work to bring fiber to VirtuDesk

Virtudesk is a technology company providing businesses with Virtual Assistants in various industries. From customer service to prospecting and sales, VirtuDesk ensures every business has the right operational support by choosing the right Virtual Assistant. This results in clients getting back more time, optimizing their schedule, and experiencing productivity. VirtuDesk needed high bandwidth in their Bellevue, WA office to ensure their internal operations ran smoothly. Working with Rivas Tech Group and SOL Communications, VirtuDesk wanted to find a dedicated fiber connection from a provider willing to offer a valuable service at a reasonable cost. SOL Communications and Rivas Tech Group worked to find a provider that could install a dedicated fiber circuit in a timely fashion, and ensure all parties had high levels of communications during the provisioning process.

Thursday, May 26, 2022

SOL Communications and CDU Computer Consulting work to bring fiber to Concord New Hampshire Seventh-day Adventist Church

SOL Communications and CDU Computer Consulting recently worked together to help Concord SDA Church connect to a fiber optic provider that was local and who could meet their bandwidth needs. Having experienced that during covid, sermons needed to be uploaded to Youtube, the church needed a robust upload speed.

SOL Communications and CDU Computer Consulting collaborated to ensure the church received not only a fair price from the chosen ISP, but a secure network with the bandwidth they need.

For more information:

Welcome to CDU Computer Consulting | CDU Computer Consulting

Home : Concord New Hampshire Seventh-day Adventist Church Concord NH (concordadventistchurch.org)

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