Skype - A business tool ?
So, everyone has heard of Skype, but is it really a business tool or just a way to call our overseas contacts on the cheap ?
Well, in times like these, all companies are looking to save money, so free calls to all other skype users could help save a couple of quid… but do other businesses really use Skype ? Sure they do and you will be surprised at the amount of business that utilise it every day !
Most people aren’t even aware of the features Skype offers to business, so let’s start by looking at a couple of its less obvious features;
- Working from Home - The simplest of all of the scenarios, just divert your office phone to your skype number and answer all calls from anywhere you have an internet connection. You don’t even need a laptop, just purchase one of the many internet-ready phones direct from the Skype website.
- Desktop Integration – Many people think of Skype simply as a cheap phone call solution, but it can do more, much more, for example you can share you desktop with your colleagues, so instead of trying to explain how to do something, show them.. at the click of a button.
- PBX Integration – Skype plugs into your existing phone system, allowing you to take advantage of reduced call costs seamlessly.
- Scalability – As your business expands, so do your requirements, Skype is now fully integrated with OnState allowing you to implement complete call centre solution into your business without having to purchase any hardware.
- Media Capability – Skype supports full web conferencing with all of your contacts straight out of the box
Whilst there are dozens of other competitors appearing every other day, Skype has remained at the forefront of its game for many years now and its well worth subscribing to a free Skype account to check out its true power.