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Why SwitchboardFREE is the Better Choice for Businesses


January 7th, 2022

VoIP systems are essential for any business and knowing which provider to choose can be difficult. Without careful research, business owners often end up with an over-priced and poor-quality service. Choosing the right business virtual number provider and plan for your business is vital, especially for a small business because the right VoIP phone system… read more


Why You Shouldn’t Use Your Personal Number for Business Calls


November 4th, 2021

For a start-up business, using your personal contact number may seem like a great idea. Start-ups are known for not having a lot of capital, so it can sound like a good way to save costs. Let’s face it, it’s economically effective, and missed calls wouldn’t be a worry because all your calls are coming… read more


The Benefits of VoIP Call Recording for SME’s


October 8th, 2021

Without realising, people have been communicating over VoIP for a long time. VoIP has been essential for us to communicate for years, especially during the pandemic. We have all used tools such as Zoom, which is a type of VoIP phone system. This type of communication is vital for running a business i.e., coordinating tasks,… read more


7 VoIP Phone System Myths Busted


October 1st, 2021

In the current business climate, switching over to VoIP should be a no-brainer for most small businesses. However, there are still a few myths around VoIP and virtual phone numbers that can often prevent business owners from switching to a VoIP phone system. But let’s face it, we get it. We have been told that… read more


Are 0800 Numbers Free to Call? Everything You Need to Know


August 17th, 2021

Are you curious about the cost of calling 0800 numbers? Our comprehensive guide will answer all your questions and help you understand the benefits and cost structures associated with 0800 numbers. What Are Free-to-Call Numbers? 0800 numbers are part of a group of “freephone” numbers that are non-geographic, toll-free, and used mainly by businesses and… read more


Different types of virtual telephone number & how to choose a virtual telephone number to suit your business


September 21st, 2020

If you’re considering taking a virtual phone number you probably already have some idea of what you need.  You may even have an idea of why you need one.  But are you aware of all of the different types of virtual numbers there are?  For a full overview of virtual telephone numbers and why you… read more


Benefits of virtual telephone numbers


September 18th, 2020

Are you aware of all of the benefits of having a virtual phone number for your business?


10 ways to keep in contact with your customers


August 17th, 2020

People are nosy. Fact. You only need to look at the phenomena of social media to know that this is true!  Millions of people world-wide have social media accounts – Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Snapchat, Reddit and Pinterest to name a few – and often more than one.  According to Search Engine Journal, the social… read more


The End Of Analogue Phones, The Death Of Your Existing Handset And The Migration To VoIP


April 14th, 2020

The End Of Analogue Phones, The Death Of Your Existing Handset And The Migration To VoIP   BT are continuing their plan to shut down their traditional telephone network (ISDN) in the UK with the intention to move us all in the UK over to Internet-based telephony (VoIP).  This process has already started and by the… read more


Disaster recovery – here’s how our company can help your company!


March 24th, 2020

About three years ago I wrote a blog about disaster recovery; a light-hearted tome about having a back-up plan for if your business was hit by unusual and unforeseen circumstances. Wise words at the time but who could have imagined the disastrous scenario the whole world is currently facing! See how can we help you… read more