At Best Business Phone Deals we are not tied to one provider or one solution. We offer a full range of products and services across all of your telecoms which means we can provide you with multiple options when we undertake a free review. This enables you to compare the best deals on the market.

As an example, imagine you needed a new phone system. Based on the number of users you have we could provide quotations for a standard phone system at your premises, a physical VoIP phone system or a hosted solution. Within each of these categories we would find you the most suitable product for your usage and the most cost effective.

We then provide you with a report detailing the different options, their strengths and weaknesses, and make recommendations where appropriate. The final decision is yours.

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Independent telecoms specialists

Our aim is to provide you with the latest technology which will enhance your business communications whilst also saving you money.

For mobile phones this could involve upgrading to SmartPhones and utilising new mobile devices such as tablets (iPad, Playbook etc.). For fixed line services this could be moving to a VoIP or hosted solution. We can also advise about combining your mobile and fixed telephony together in a unified communications solution.

One area where more and more businesses are finding value is in better data connections. Whilst traditional ADSL broadband is suitable for home use and very small offices, once you have a few users a better connection is usually required.

Data is the lifeblood of many businesses these days and a slow or unreliable connection can stop a business in its tracks. In these circumstances a dedicated leased line or EFM (Ethernet First Mile) line can be the answer. Giving you a guaranteed upload and download speed of your choice, depending upon your requirements, and much better reliability.

We can compare the different data options as part of your package and you may be surprised at how affordable a dedicated line is for your business. Prices are falling due to competition and increased network supply so you could gain a huge data speed boost without having to break the bank.

Once you have our report you can compare our products with those you have already to see the savings you could make, as well as comparing how new technology could improve the way you work and thus drive productivity.

Reviews are available throughout the UK to companies large and small offering a straightforward business phone comparison service.

Posted in: Best Deals , Business Landlines , Business Mobiles , Business Phones , Business Telecoms , Package , Phone Lines , Phone Systems , Solutions , Telecoms

Telecoms technology is advancing all of the time and the ways in which communications can be improved for your business are many. Finding the best solution can be complex and involves an in-depth knowledge of the latest products and services.

Our aim is to guide you through the process, looking at your current needs and how these will change in the near future, suggesting ways in which you could improve productivity and flexibility and comparing the latest products to get you the best tariffs that fulfill all of your requirements.

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Advances in telecoms technology

Mobile technology is moving towards everyone having a SmartPhone and maybe a tablet too! More devices are coming out that bridge the gap between the two. Advances are being made in the programs and apps that you can use on your mobile device meaning that you can do more and more work when out of the office.

Integrating your mobile and fixed line solutions is also a trend. This enables you to answer more calls as a business and to have the right person answering each call, increasing your productivity and also customer satisfaction.

Fixed line solutions now involve VoIP more often than not and also hosted services are becoming a common theme. Each of these could involve a level of data connectivity over and above a standard broadband connection. EFM (Ethernet First Mile) and leased lines are becoming more common even among small and medium sized businesses as prices fall.

Our service to your business

Bringing together mobile, fixed line and data connectivity is where we come in. Ensuring that each of the recommended products work together and provide your business with an improved communications package.

It doesn't have to break the bank either. Increased competition within the telecoms marketplace mean that prices are falling. Hosted solutions generally do not require any initial costs for hardware or ongoing maintenance, making them ideal for new small businesses.

Whatever your size of business and whichever sector you operate in we would like to look at your current telecoms set up and improve it. In the process if we can also reduce your costs this would be an added bonus!

The benefits of increased productivity, more flexible working practices, increased customer satisfaction and retention should not be underestimated. Utilising the latest telecoms technology could put you a step ahead of your competitors and enable you to outpace them and overtake them.

Take advantage of our 16 years experience within the telecoms sector and work with us to enhance your communications and drive your business forward.

Posted in: Business Landlines , Business Mobiles , Business Phones , Business Telecoms , Hosted Solutions , SmartPhones , Solutions , Technology , Telecoms , Unified Communications , VoIP

A landline number makes it easier and cheaper for your customers to contact you. It adds credibility to your business. However, with a traditional fixed landline there needs to be someone to answer it and this ties up resources.

For small businesses in particular it is not cost effective to have a fixed landline when everyone is out and about working. Whilst you could set up an answerphone this is not offering much of a service to your customers and could mean you missing important time-sensitive business calls.

A mobile landline gives you a virtual landline phone number that rings on your mobile phone wherever you are. There are a number of different products that provide a similar end result but work in different ways and offer different pricing structures.

Some are network specific, such as Vodafone One Net Express, whilst others can work with any of the mobile networks. The main difference between charging is whether calls are diverted from the landline number to your mobile free of charge within your package or whether you pay for the call diversion.

For users with a small amount of incoming calls paying for each diverted call usually works out cheaper. For larger users buying a package often works out to be more cost effective.

Compare mobile landline solutions

Because we offer a number of different mobile landline products we can provide you with comparisons between the different options both in terms of price and functionality. Some of the products include extra features such as music on hold, automated switchboards and hunt groups.

A mobile landline will make your business more flexible and products cater for businesses from 1 user to 20 plus. Basic rental prices start from £9.95 per number and there is no limit on the amount of numbers you can have. For instance you can have a different number for each of your departments or different geographical numbers for local areas around your business.

Call routing and call management features are available on most of the products and there are even advanced features such as call recording which can be added to your package.

Larger users with 10 or more staff may wish to consider a fully integrated unified communications solution. Combining your mobiles, landlines and data so that they work together seamlessly will improve the way you work, driving your productivity forward.

Whatever your telecom requirements please get in touch for a free review. As converged telecoms specialists we offer an extensive package of products which provide an end result tailored to your business needs. These are bespoke solutions aimed at reducing your costs and improving your communication channels.

Posted in: Business Landlines , Business Mobiles , Business Telecoms , Flexible Working , Mobile Landline , One Net Express , Package , Phone Lines , Phone Systems , Solutions , Telecoms , Unified Communications , Virtual Phone Numbers

Ask yourself these questions:

• Has your business reviewed its telecoms recently?

• Are they working together optimally to enable your employees to work productively wherever they are?

• Is there a coherent strategy in place?
  
  
• Do you buy on price alone?

Many businesses focus solely on price and renew the individual parts of their telecoms infrastructure with different suppliers based on cost alone. This approach could lead to you having inferior equipment and not making the most of the latest telecoms technology.

The benefits of a single supplier solution

There are many reasons to consider a single supplier solution:

• Overall cost savings
  
  
• Optimum integration between devices and systems
  
  
• Simplification of administration
  
  
• Better fault resolution

A single supplier may not be the best price option for every one of your individual products but they should be able to show you an overall saving across a range of multiple services. Utilising one company for all of your business telecoms gives you a single point of contact, ideal when you have a fault such as a loss of data connection which could be a problem with your lines, broadband, router or IT. One call to your dedicated account manager (not a call centre) gets it sorted.

A review of your telecoms will look at how you currently use your services and make suggestions as to ways in which new technology may be able to improve productivity. Your current usage will also be analysed to ensure that the optimum tariffs are chosen.

The review should not take up too much of your time and at the end of it you will receive a cost/benefit analysis showing you the different options available. It will be fully costed and easy to understand.

Areas a business telecom review covers

• Mobile Phones and Devices (laptops, netbooks, tablets, mobile broadband)
  
  
• Landline phones (systems, lines, call charges)
  
  
• Unified Communication Solutions
  
• Broadband and data connectivity
  
  
• VoIP and hosted solutions
  
  
• Employee management and vehicle tracking

Many small and medium sized businesses in certain sectors may not have a need for a full review encompassing all of the above, but should still consider getting a quotation for the services they do have which may show up alternative ways of utilising telecoms technology to benefit their productivity.

Posted in: Best Deals , Business Landlines , Business Mobiles , Business Phones , Business Telecoms , Solutions , Telecoms , Unified Communications

We are increasingly being asked about supplying virtual phone numbers to businesses and the options that are available. There are a number of different solutions, two of which we detail below.

A virtual landline number saves you having to install and maintain a physical line. The number is fully portable so no matter where you move to you can keep your number. Depending upon the solution you choose you can point the virtual number to a mobile or landline of your choosing.

"My Inbound" call management

This service gives you a landline number of your choosing for which you pay £9.95 per month. There are a selection of geographic and non-geographic numbers available for you to choose from free of charge or you could consider a "gold" number which is more memorable and will involve a cost for purchase.

You have access to an online control panel which not only provides you with options for your diversion, but also provides a whole host of call management features. For instance, your virtual number can be diverted to a group of numbers, each of which rings simultaneously.

You do have to pay for the call diversion. Current costs are 1.25ppm for diverting to a landline or 9.95ppm for diverting to a mobile.

We have on online pdf brochure for this product for you to read: Inbound Call Management brochure.

Vodafone One Net Express

One Net Express works in a different way, but the end result is broadly similar. It provides you with a virtual landline phone number (or numbers - you can currently get 5 free of charge on selected packages) which rings on your mobile.

It differs from the Inbound Call Management in two ways. Firstly there are no call diversion charges. The virtual number is held within the Vodafone architecture and rings on your mobile automatically.

Secondly there is the charging model. The most popular option is a flat rate of £55 which includes all of your landline and mobile calls, as well as unlimited texts and 500MB of data.

It also provides many different options for configuration and a host of phone system features accessible directly from your mobile handset.

We have on online pdf brochure for this product for you to read: Vodafone One Net Express brochure.

Choosing your virtual phone number solution

Which of these two options suits your business best will depend upon your usage and number of users. Contact us for a tailored quotation and a direct comparison between the two options.

Posted in: Business Landlines , Business Phone Numbers , Business Phones , Business Telecoms , One Net Express , Solutions , Virtual Phone Numbers

Is your business based in Derbyshire or Nottinghamshire? Are you using a local company to look after your telecoms?

Based on the Derbyshire/Nottinghamshire border we are ideally placed to install and maintain telecoms equipment for your company, particularly phone systems. From a traditional PBX through to a state-of-the-art VoIP phone system.

Being local we can get to you quickly and cheaply meaning that the cost of installation is reduced and ongoing maintenance is affordable.

We have our own telephone engineers in-house who will be responsible for installation and then would maintain the system. You get to see the same person working on your system from day 1 and throughout your contract.

Reducing the cost of your business phones

We have good relationships with a number of suppliers enabling us to find the right system for your requirements at the right price. From a small 3-user system through to a VoIP solution covering multiple offices.

In addition we can supply you with lines and calls at greatly reduced rates over many national suppliers. We have our own bespoke billing engine allowing us to tailor packages to your usage.

As well as offering physical phone systems installed in your premises we also have new hosted VoIP solutions which give you corporate phone system features without any up front PBX costs - you only pay for what you need.

Which phone system is going to be ideal varies from business to business dependent upon a number of factors. We can undertake a free review for your business to show you not only which one works out best but also to compare the various different options and features which are available.

It may be that extra features such as call management and call routing could drive your productivity upwards and these can be factored into any solution. For more information contact us.

More information

The benefits of a local Nottinghamshire/Derbyshire phone company are further extolled in our pages:

• Nottinghamshire Phone systems
• Derbyshire Phone Systems

Posted in: Business Landlines , Business Phones , Business Telecoms , Derby , Derbyshire , Nottinghamshire , Phone Systems , SMEs , Solutions , Telecoms , VoIP

Does your business currently have a phone system? Is it approaching the end of its life or are you outgrowing the features it offers? Have you considered a hosted solution when the time comes to replace it?

A hosted phone system has a number of advantages over the traditional PBX:

• No need to buy a costly phone system
• No ongoing maintenance
• Always up-to-date with the latest technology
• Pay for the features you use
• Flexible and scalable
• Enables flexible working
• Ideal for multi-site operations

It does rely upon a decent broadband connection but most businesses now understand how important data is to their organisation and many are upgrading their connectivity accordingly. The cost of dedicated connections is also falling making it affordable for small to medium sized businesses.

The cost of a hosted phone system

Hosted phone systems are generally charged per user. This usually yields considerable savings over standard set ups. There are scenarios where this pricing can work out more expensive than traditional telephony, particularly in large organisations, and in these instances it is possible to find pricing models that are similar to traditional telephony, offering a price per channel instead.

If you don't have a phone system currently or have an analogue system you will usually have to purchase dedicated handsets for each user. These do not have to be expensive and offer better features than a traditional handset. For instance, you can take them home and plug them into your router there and use them as if you were in the office.

Hosted phone systems are particularly cost effective in multi-site operations. Instead of purchasing a phone system for each site you have a single hosted account meaning that your "system" is effectively spread across all offices allowing transfer of calls between sites and free calls between all users.

The extra features you will get from a hosted system, such as call management and call routing, will also lead to improved productivity which saves you even more money over time.

Compare traditional and hosted phone systems

At Best Business Phone Deals we offer both traditional phone systems and hosted solutions. This means that we can produce a report for your business which shows you how much you would pay for each and allows you to compare them both for pricing and features.

You see which is most cost effective for your business and make your choice accordingly.

Posted in: Broadband , Business Landlines , Business Phones , Business Telecoms , Cloud Computing , Data Solutions , Hosted Solutions , Phone Systems , Solutions , Telecoms , VoIP

Let us prepare you a package of mobile and landline services which saves you money and gives you better control of your expenditure each month. We offer a tailored service which will mean your business paying less every month for its telecoms.

In addition to low per minute rates we also keep our charging clear and easy to understand. We don't charge high minimum call charges which really bump your bill up. We can include as many inclusive minutes to landlines and mobiles as you need and discount for volume.

If you find your business is using more minutes over time, for instance because of expansion, you can increase the inclusive minutes at any time. We can also include calls to 08 numbers.

Our 15 years experience within the business mobile phone sector means that we can find you the right tariff which will cover your usage but not leave you paying for too many unused minutes.

We can work from your existing bills to compare directly with your current supplier/network so you see the real savings you can make, not an estimate. Contact us for a free quotation.

Combining landline and mobile phones

For a truly combined landline and mobile package we have a number of options for unified communications where your landlines ring on your mobiles too ensuring you don't miss a business call.

From a single user to multiple offices nationally we can supply a solution which integrates landlines and mobiles as one, meaning that your team can keep in touch better both internally and with customers.

We can offer the Vodafone One Net suite of solutions or comparable hosted products. With us you can easily compare the different options for features and price and make a decision based upon accurate usage and cost figures.

Your package can also include other products and services. These include broadband and data solutions, website services, employee management, call management and recording - we can take care of all of your business phone needs.

One quick call to 0115 944 8977 will get the ball rolling. You might be surprised at how much you could save.

Posted in: Business Landlines , Business Mobiles , Business Phones , Business Telecoms , Call Charges , Package , Solutions , Telecoms

Businesses of all sizes should regularly review their spending on communications. Large savings can be made by getting the lowest tariffs and the best deals.

We offer a free landline review service which includes a report showing you where savings can be made based on your actual usage. Reductions can be found in line rental, local, national and international calls as well as calls to mobiles.

All we need from you is a copy of your latest bill, or a selection of bills if your usage fluctuates greatly, and from this we can produce a direct comparison showing what you are paying now and comparing this with what you would pay with us.

Making it easy for you

Our simple review service doesn't involve you in any effort other than supplying a bill and reading our report. We also like to keep things simple with our billing. We don't have lots of different packages or small print just good low rates for each type of call.

We don't tie you into long contracts either, we are confident you will want to stay with us once you have seen how good our rates are and how easy to understand our bills are.

A review based on your actual usage is very important. Whatever you do don't ring round asking for companies headline ppm rates - you could come unstuck. Some companies will quote you a lower rate but subject to a high minimum call charge meaning you will end up paying more.

With us we have a ppm rate which is charged by the second and subject to a 1p minimum call charge. When you receive a bill from us you will easily be able to see where your money is being spent, whether that be local calls or calls to mobiles.

Reduce your business costs further

As well as a full range of landline services we also offer mobiles, broadband, web services, IT and data. All of our services are available standalone or as part of a packaged solution. Taking multiple services enables you to get the very best deals and lowest rates.

A package also gives you easier administration with only one company to deal with and one point of contact. It makes it much easier to resolve problems should they arise.

We can also help solve communication problems and will give you advice regarding new technology and how it can help improve your productivity.

For a full package of business cost reductions get in touch.

Posted in: Business Landlines , Business Phones , Business Telecoms , Call Charges , Telecoms

We have added a new page to the website for Virtual Landline Numbers. This is due to demand from our customers looking to ensure they don't miss any business calls.

For small businesses there are often not enough staff to answer the landline calls. During busy times people are out and about and attending to other duties. With a combined landline and mobile solution calls can reach you wherever you are.

A landline number, particularly a local one, gives your business credibility. You can take out several local numbers to cover a larger geographic area. Each of these numbers has full call management so that you can see at a glance where your calls are coming from and how you are performing in each area.

As well as standard virtual landlines we also offer unified communication solutions such as Vodafone One Net. This works in a different way but achieves a similar end result. It offers a different pricing model too which suits some businesses looking for an unvarying monthly payment.

Which solution suits your business best will depend on a number of factors, such as number of users. We can price each different option for you based upon your requirements and prepare a report showing you likely costs.

Whilst a landline/mobile solution may involve some extra costs per month, you could be missing a lot of extra business and opportunities without it. It's a worthwhile investment to ensure you don't miss business calls and provide a better service to both new and existing customers.

Posted in: Business Landlines , Business Mobiles , Business Phone Numbers , Business Phones , Business Telecoms , One Net Express , Solutions , Telecoms , Unified Communications

Could your business benefit from a package deal for its business phones? There are three main reasons for getting a business phone package:

1. Cost reductions

2. Improved system integration

3. Better service

As converged communications specialists we provide our customers with multiple services which work together. Modern businesses need to be flexible and new technology allows them to do this. We ensure that the different products and services supplied are the optimum fit for the job in hand.

Whilst we do offer all of our services as standalone products, maximum value is delivered when several are taken together. Your business can choose from:

• Mobile phones
• Landline phones
• Broadband
• VoIP
• Tracking
• Web services

Each of these products has several different options and every problem your business is currently experiencing with its telecoms will likely have several different solutions which would work. The number of variables are huge and that's why utilising a single supplier who is expert in the telecoms field pays dividends.

Data Solutions

Businesses are becoming more and more reliant upon data connectivity. It's not just emails and internet, but mobile data and phone systems too. It's only when you lose connectivity that you realise how much your business relies upon it.

We design data solutions that integrate with your other telecoms, are reliable and have resilience built in. If done correctly you need never know when a problem has occurred, the backup system takes over and you continue to trade as normal.

The total package

A telecoms package solution does not have to be complicated to implement. We do all of the hard work on your behalf to deliver cost savings and communication improvements. Of course there is the potential for problems when switching suppliers but we aim to minimise these and ensure that the changes made provide your business with ongoing benefits.

Posted in: Best Deals , Business Landlines , Business Mobiles , Business Phones , Business Telecoms , Telecoms

For many small and medium sized businesses in Derby and throughout Derbyshire choosing a local telecoms supplier makes perfect sense.

Whilst you can source each of your individual telecoms products from providers throughout the UK, getting a complete solution from a local Derbyshire-based company will give you the peace of mind that they are nearby should any problems arise.

Technology is a wonderful thing and can empower your business to increase productivity and profitability. However no-one should be under the illusion that it is 100% reliable 24/7/365. Sometimes things go wrong and a local company can respond much more quickly, getting you back up and running in double quick time.

It is also useful to be within an easy distance to drop off and pick up faulty and replacement hardware without having to wait for (or pay for) the postal system. And you can pop in whenever you need to discuss any issues or new requirements with your dedicated Account Manager or customer service team.

Based in Ilkeston, Derbyshire we have 15 years experience in the telecoms field, working with many local businesses as well as others throughout the UK. We have a broad range of products and services which encompass all of your business telecom needs including data connectivity.

This means that you can put all of your business communications with ourselves, enabling you to save money whilst also benefitting from the personal service a local company will bring.

Some telecoms products, such as phone systems, require installation and ongoing maintenance. It's ideal for you to have the same local telephone engineer who deals with the system from install and throughout its contract and who is available at the end of the phone when you need them. Choose a national supplier and you may face ringing a call centre and getting a different person each time, as well as long waits for visits to help you.

If you are looking for a Derbyshire company to look after any (or all) of your business phones get in touch with us for a free quotation or no obligation chat.

Our business phone services

Some of the products we offer include:

• Mobile phones
• Landline phones (lines, systems, calls)
• VoIP
• Broadband and data solutions
• Vehicle and device tracking

We provide end-to-end solutions, so you only need a single provider for all of your telecoms and connectivity. This gives you maximum cost reductions, streamlined administration and optimum device integration.

Whilst we are always happy to talk to prospective customers throughout the UK we particularly welcome businesses in Ilkeston, Derby and Derbyshire for whom we can provide maximum value and help them improve their communications whilst saving money.

Posted in: Business Landlines , Business Mobiles , Business Phones , Business Telecoms , Derby , Derbyshire , Phone Systems , Solutions , Telecoms

We are increasingly being asked by small businesses to put together packages which offer a number of inclusive minutes, very much like mobile phone contracts do. We have compiled a basic package for small business users which includes the following:

• Line rental
• 500 inclusive minutes

These inclusive minutes can be used to call a range of different numbers including:

• Local calls
• National calls
• 0845 numbers
• 0870 numbers

The cost of this package is £20 per month (plus VAT).

If you would like to include calls to mobiles within your monthly allowance the cost rises to £30 per month (plus VAT).

By taking out an inclusive package the average small business user will have a set monthly amount to pay without any variance. This makes budgeting a bit easier.

We have our own billing engine which allows us to put together packages for all types and sizes of business. Contact us to find out if we could save you money on your landline calls.

We offer a free bill review service. You send us a copy of your bills and we analyze where savings can be made. This can be for landlines, mobiles, broadband or a range of other telecoms and connectivity. All enquiries welcome.

Posted in: Business Landlines , Business Phones , Business Telecoms , Solutions , Telecoms

Up until fairly recently businesses would usually deal with different providers for their landline and mobile phones. Often going direct with the network for their mobiles and direct with BT for their landlines.

More and more businesses are now seeing that there are other providers who can package their telecoms together resulting in cost reductions, improved communication systems and streamlined administration.

As devices become more complicated and their range of functions more advanced the reliance upon decent broadband and IT has increased. You can run your whole company's telecoms over your internet connection so you need to ensure it is fast, reliable and, if it is business critical, that there is a failover in the event of any connectivity problems.

Whilst many companies in the telecoms sector advertise mobile and landline solutions, very few have the broad knowledge of both telecoms and IT that we have. This enables us to put together complete packages which encompass all of your telecom needs without relying upon other suppliers.

This leaves you with one point of contact for all of your communications, so changes and issues can be addressed quickly with a single phone call.

We have put together telecoms packages for local companies as well as national, multi-site chains so have experience across a broad range of sectors of the issues which need to be addressed when devising and implementing a total solution.

Our areas of expertise include:

• Transfer of fixed lines
• Installation of BlackBerry servers
• Server migration
• Router failover
• Leased lines
• MPLS Data Networks
• QOS (Quality of Service)
• Wi-Fi
• IPpbx
• Signal boosters
• Number provision
• Video conferencing
• Landline and mobile cost reduction

This is just a small sample of the type of work we undertake. We relish the opportunity to solve your business connectivity problems, so if you are unable to get exactly what you need with other telecoms companies get in touch with us.

Posted in: Business Landlines , Business Mobiles , Business Phones , Business Telecoms , SMEs , Solutions , Telecoms

The bigger the business the better the deal we can offer you. As well as cost savings we offer solutions to the common problems and issues which arise in corporate environments.

Our experience over 15 years in the mobile connectivity arena gives us the in-depth product knowledge which provides the answer to increasing your business productivity through the use of new technology.

As the workforce becomes more mobile, flexible working is a leading issue in the corporate telecoms world. Being able to work from home and whilst on the move as if you were in the office is increasingly a neccessity for large organisations. This allows you to maximise your staff output wherever they may be.

Better management of your employees and calls, aided by the latest SmartPhone handsets with suitable software, increases the work which can be done by each and every staff member, leading to a more productive company as a whole.

When looking at your corporate telecoms we analyze your current usage. This may be reflected in your current tariffs but often there are better options which suit your needs. As well as tailoring your tariff to suit your usage by volume, we also look at how you are using your devices and how they integrate together. Also to the future and how things could change over the lifetime of your contract.

Mobile technology advances at an incredible pace, even fixed-line services are moving quickly now, as VoIP and hosted services become increasingly adopted. We keep up-to-date with every forward step and recommend new products and services when appropriate to further enhance your corporate telecoms.

Our services are available throughout the UK and we can meet you face-to-face to discuss your business and all of your telecom needs at a time to suit you. Alternatively, if you prefer, we can conduct a full review by phone or email in the first instance to give you an idea of how much you could save in terms of initial tariff savings and how much you could improve your productivity with fresh ideas and new technology.

All enquiries are welcome, wherever you are in your current contracts, and we will happily review your corporate telecoms in full or single products in isolation.

A single supplier solution will not only save you money but will also eliminate a lot of grey areas between providers when things go wrong. You have one point of contact for all of your services and a dedicated Account Manager looking after you and reviewing your business needs on a regular basis.

Posted in: Business Landlines , Business Mobiles , Business Phones , Business Telecoms , Corporate Deals , Solutions , Telecoms

Utilising the services of a local business phones supplier can be beneficial for your company. Based in Ilkeston, Derbyshire we are ideally placed to serve businesses in the East Midlands, including Lincolnshire.

We have a dedicated account manager based in Lincoln visiting businesses throughout Lincolnshire to offer free no obligation telecoms reviews.

The scope of the review includes as many of our products and services which you are interested in or are beneficial for your business including:

• Mobile phones (including BlackBerry/iPhone)
• Landline phones (systems/line rental/call charges)
• Broadband and mobile broadband
• VoIP
• Vehicle tracking and device tracking
• Website hosting/email

We can call in at your premises in Lincolnshire for a short meeting initially to find out more about you, what you do, how you work and any problems with your current telecoms set-up that you need remedying. We take away a copy of your current bills for analysis to see where improvements can be made both in terms of cost reduction and improving productivity.

From this we can put together a package which properly reflects your usage and offers you the optimum combination of the latest technology at the lowest monthly cost.

If you are happy with our quote and wish to change we make the transition as smooth as possible for you. After all, you have your own business to run. From then on you have a local Account Manager based in Lincolnshire who you can rely upon when you need them.

Every type of business can benefit from a review, no matter how large or small you are. Why pay more than you have to for your telecoms? Save money and improve your communications simultaneously.

For a free review get in touch with us and we will arrange for a face-to-face meeting, or it can be conducted by phone and/or email if you prefer. We are a growing, friendly, local company who look after our clients in Lincolnshire and throughout the UK.

Posted in: Business Landlines , Business Mobiles , Business Phones , Business Telecoms , Lincolnshire , Telecoms

For many small businesses, particularly one-man bands, it is difficult to avoid missed calls on your landline when out and about. The solution to this is usually to employ an answerphone or to divert your landline calls to your mobile.

Many people don't like to leave messages and will therefore go elsewhere. Whilst a divert to your mobile solves this problem it comes at a price. You have to pay for the call to your mobile and many companies will charge 15ppm for this service.

This means that for people regularly working away from their home or office the monthly costs can soon run up. Whilst there are some alternative providers who might charge a little less, why not divert your calls to your mobile for free?

Vodafone's One Net Express is ideal for this purpose. It merges your landline and mobile so that you can take landline calls on your mobile wherever you are and it doesn't cost you a penny to receive these calls. You can transfer existing numbers into the service or choose new numbers.

Multiple numbers can be received on the same mobile so you could choose several local area numbers or different numbers for sales and customer service.

For users with several staff you can transfer calls between people and devices seamlessly and free of charge. In fact you get the facilities normally provided by a corporate phone system without the need for a system at all!

All of the technical stuff happens within Vodafone - One Net Express is a cloud hosted solution - it works straight away with your existing hardware so no need for new equipment.

Activation will only take a few days with new numbers or a bit longer if you are porting in existing numbers dependent upon your previous supplier. You can then set it up and manage it all online.

One Net Express is aimed squarely at businesses with 1-10 users. For larger businesses with 10-50 employees Vodafone One Net could be a better option. This does usually require hardware and a dedicated line but that is all supplied by Vodafone following a full site survey to make sure your infrastructure is suitable.

For companies with more than 50 employees Vodafone One is the solution, keeping everything hosted within the company's own firewall.

If diverting your calls to your mobiles is becoming expensive for your business contact us about a Vodafone One Net Express solution.

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It's amazing how many businesses are still paying over the odds for their telephone calls. Some have never looked at the cost of the individual calls, others have been seduced by complicated deals which involve "free" calls or "capped" spending which turn out to be false economy.

We keep our business phone call billing simple. We don't offer any silly or complicated call plans, we tell you the rate you are going to pay for each type of call and that's the rate you pay! Billing is done per second so if you make 6 calls of 10 seconds each you are only billed for one minute. Compare that with others who have minimum prices per call.

Least cost routing ensures we can offer you the very best rates for all of the following:

• Local calls
• National calls
• Mobile calls
• International calls
• Non-geographic calls (0845/0844)
• Premium rate calls (09)
• Special services (118)

You receive an easy to understand bill each month via email (or post if you prefer) and can see exactly where your money is being spent. We also offer high call alerts for occasions when spending or usage seems unusual.

The latest gimmick employed by some companies is a call cap. The cost of the call per minute is higher but is capped at a certain level. For instance calls to mobiles might be 15p per minute but with a cap of 50p per call.

The problem with this sort of plan is that the cap only pays off when calls are lengthy. Long phone calls are very prevalent amongst consumers, however in the business world average call lengths are often less than 2 minutes.

So if you made 10 phone calls, eight of which last 1 minute, one lasts 5 minutes and another 10 minutes the total you pay is £2.20. With a mobile rate of 8p per minute and no call cap you would pay £1.84. Expand that saving over hundreds or thousands of calls and it adds up. Plus you might find a capped plan is subject to lots of small print including a minimum cost per call. This really bites when lots of calls are only a few seconds long and increases savings even further.

But don't just take our word for it. Send us a copy of your latest landline phone bill by email or fax and we will analyze it and provide you with an accurate savings figure. For large users savings can be in the thousands of pounds bracket.

This service is free of charge and without obligation. If we can't save you any money you will know you are already getting low cost business phone calls!

Posted in: Best Deals , Business Landlines , Business Phones , Business Telecoms

Research from the US suggests that more and more businesses are choosing a unified communications solution and that up to 96% of businesses who have a number of communication services that could be combined are planning a unified solution.

Reasons for opting for a unified communications package include improved employee productivity and reduced operational costs. The results can be delivered to a number of devices including desktop PCs, laptops, SmartPhones and the newly en vogue tablets (such as the iPad).

Could your business be eligible for a unified solution? The main services which can be combined are:

• Mobile phones
• Fixed line telephony
• Broadband
• Mobile broadband
• VoIP systems

Most businesses with even a handful of employees could benefit from a free review to show where costs can be reduced and communication improvements made. After all, what business doesn't want to reduce costs and improve performance.

The larger the business the greater the savings which can be made and the more scope there usually is for improving working practices and implementing solutions across a range of platforms.

At Best Business Phone Deals we can guide you through the unified communication process from quotation to implementation. We have worked with local businesses and large national corporates to provide a full range of telecoms services and unified solutions.

Your quotation is only a click away - obtain a unified communications quotation.

Posted in: Broadband , Business Landlines , Business Mobiles , Business Phones , Business Telecoms , SMEs , Unified Communications

We offer a full range of landline phone deals to business users throughout the UK. Some of the services we offer include:

• New landlines - analogue/ISDN2/ISDN30
• Reduced line rental
• Reduced call costs
• Telephone systems supplied and installed
• Telephone numbers including non-geographic
• Call recording
• VoIP systems
• Call management solutions
• Free calls to mobiles
• Business grade broadband

These services can be taken on their own or as part of a package. By taking out more services we can offer lower prices and the best landline deals.

Are you having trouble with your current landline supplier? Or are you just paying too much? Either way get a free review from Best Business Phone Deals where we can advise you not only about cost savings but improving your communications too.

Would you like to take advantage of the latest IP phone technology? It's not as complicated as it might at first seem and we are able to provide you with a complete end-to-end solution. The cost of a VoIP phone system has really come down recently too.

Our landline phone solutions are tailored to your individual business needs. We find out a bit about you and how your business runs to ensure that the products we offer are exactly what you need and will deliver the maximum cost savings and production increases.

A landline phone review is free of charge. We can visit you and take a look at your current setup and suggest improvements. We can also offer IT solutions which are often linked to landline products.

Reviews are available to businesses of all sizes and types. Just contact us for more information or to arrange an appointment. We can also offer help and advice regarding landline problems by phone and email. We welcome all of your landline enquiries.

Posted in: Best Deals , Business Landlines , Business Phone Numbers , Business Phones , Phone Systems