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As illustrated by the response to our article in the last issue, many organizations are seriously considering implementing a Virtual Workplace strategy. As a result, this month we explore how unified communications applications and social networking can enable teleworking and connect to the larger concept of the virtual workplace by allowing people to work in new ways. In addition, we invite you to visit our virtual workplace microsite and take part in our next webinar June 23. Click here for more details on the webinar.
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Social networking can improve productivity
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Social networking, once thought to be the domain of chatty teens, is drawing attention as a business communications tool. Vehicles such as Facebook and LinkedIn boast millions of members. Some businesses are discovering that these and other social tools actually boost employee productivity.
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A communications solution for a winning team
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Even with the best players, equipment and resources, a sports team cannot count on success unless its members communicate well and work together. It's the same in business, where a unified communications solution can be critical to making sure your team is equipped for success.
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How they did it: Sharing the power of collaboration
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As we learned last issue, implementing a wide range of collaborative tools can provide a number of benefits, from improving flexibility in your business to delivering cost savings. This month we look at specific ways businesses are developing and applying strategies for collaboration.
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IP telephony solution increases productivity
As a company working in the energy sector, Beyond Compliance faced soaring long distance charges for teleconferences among its widely dispersed workforce. It also wanted to boost productivity and cut costs. So the company turned to an Allstream Unified Communications IP telephony solution, and is reaping the benefits.
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To what extent does your communications infrastructure help you increase productivity and cut costs?
Click your choice below to vote and see results
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Major. It's our main tool for enhancing productivity and managing costs. |
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Significant. We use everything available, not only communications infrastructure, to attain these goals. |
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None. Our communications infrastructure is just a required cost of doing business. |
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