EarthBend Distribution Blog – Insights for IT Resellers & Solution Providers
Whether you’re researching new technologies, evaluating solutions for a customer, or looking for practical deployment ideas, you’re in the right place. The EarthBend Distribution Blog brings together product updates, industry trends, vendor insights, and real-world guidance to help IT resellers and solution providers stay informed and deliver greater value to their customers.
From unified communications and networking to cybersecurity, infrastructure, and cloud solutions, our goal is to provide useful, relevant content you can put to work in your business every day.
Capitalize on Growing Customer Demand as a UCaaS Reseller
UCaaS resellers are in a unique position in 2021. Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, more businesses are adopting UC services into their productivity plan than ever before. While offering free trials was a great way to onboard new clients toward the beginning of the pandemic, how can UCaaS resellers continue to capitalize on the demand for UC services?
Not All UCaaS Providers Are the Same
Unified communications as a service (UCaaS) can boost business resilience and enable remote teams to stay productive and connected. But, not all UCaaS providers are the same. To get the most out of a unified communications system, customers must choose a partner that will do more than offer standard benefits.
Intermedia Unite Again Selected as PC Magazine Editors’ Choice Winner
Intermedia is focused on delivering a unified communication as a service (UCaaS) platform that delivers on the needs of businesses, big and small. Their never-ending commitment to providing a communications solution that is highly reliable, secure, easy-to-manage and use, and allows users to connect how they want, when they want, from wherever they want, has once again been recognized by PC Magazine with its prestigious Editors’ Choice award.
Why Businesses Need Networked UPS Systems
Extreme weather conditions are becoming more common and can cause power outages and brownouts, translating to network downtime. Even a few minutes of downtime can be disruptive and costly. For businesses with multiple workstations and locations, a networked UPS system utilizing management software is the best way to manage and protect your business against data loss and device damage.
Cloud Backup vs. Cloud Storage vs. Cloud Syncing
Businesses that are still relying on old-school methods such as on-site servers for file storage and an on-premises legacy phone system for communications are taking a risk. Without the flexibility and efficiency of the Cloud, you’ll be choking on the dust of your competitors – if you aren’t already. The Cloud simply offers too many advantages to small businesses and large enterprises alike not to use it.
The Business Power Hour – Voice and Contact Center Applications
Wade Hoffman, EarthBend partner and general manager of the EarthBend Distribution business unit, was recently interviewed on The Business Power Hour. Wade discusses with host Deb Krier the evolution of technology and how voice and contact center applications have developed to achieve their current capabilities.