AIS Managed VoIP

As communication methods become more fragmented, office phone use continues to decline but office phone system and service prices have increased in many cases. In designing a robust, reliable, VoIP platform, AIS selected the Asterisk VoIP server software, which is perhaps the most mature and widely deployed VoIP server. Hosting in Amazon Web Services with Geo-Redundant availability zones and connect to the public phone network using geo redundant sip trunks provided by Twilio allows for carrier grade reliability.

Features

  • Local or Toll Free Phone Number Porting
  • Unlimited phone calls within the US
  • Available International Calling
  • Call management and phone system administration
  • Hunt Groups
  • Mobile apps for Android™ and iOS®
  • Multi level auto attendant
  • Voicemail to email with Speech to text provided by IBM Watson
  • Conference call bridge
  • Call recording
  • Professional Implementation
  • Call log reports
  • Fax to email
  • Custom app integrations available
  • Analog Line Support for Legacy Devices
  • SIP Phone and Mobile App Compatibility





Benefits

  • Cost savings:
    • The AIS Managed VoIP phone system is less expensive than traditional phone systems We offer a low monthly fee and do not require expensive hardware or maintenance
  • Scalability:
    • The AIS Managed VoIP phone system can be easily scaled up or down to meet the changing needs of a business New users can be added quickly and easily, and the system can be adjusted to handle increased call volumes during busy periods
  • Portability:
    • The AIS Managed VoIP phone system can be used from anywhere with an internet connection, making it an ideal solution for remote workers, frequent travelers, or businesses with multiple locations
  • Advanced features:
    • The AIS Managed VoIP phone system offers a range of advanced features that are not available with traditional phone systems, including voicemail to email, call routing, auto attendant, and more
  • Flexibility:
    • The AIS Managed VoIP phone system can be customized to meet the unique needs of your business, allowing users to choose the features and settings that work best for them




Manufacturers

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Example Project Plan

Discovery
  • Gather Phone System Requirements
    • Verify all project requirements are collected
  • Phone System Walkthrough Meeting
    • Verify resources and confirm closure call availability with client
    • Schedule project closure call
    • Project closure call/project signoff
  • Complete Current Phone System Configuration Sheet
  • Configure auto attendant
Solution Design
  • Create Design Documentation
    • Create new phone system design diagram
  • Design Review Meeting
    • Walkthrough the new phone system design
    • Provide end user phone reference guide
    • Document changes and update design diagram
    • Final design approval
Implementation
  • Submit Port Request
    • Fill out port authorization form, include all current numbers
    • Submit port authorization form and most recent phone bill to Twilio
    • Monitor Twilio inbox until port date is provided
    • Notify stakeholders of port date
    • Schedule onsite resources
  • PBX Setup
    • Spin up PBX instance
    • Complete initial setup
    • Configure E911
    • Configure openCNAM
    • Configure the advanced features listed on design diagram
  • VoIP Hardware Setup
    • Configure phone hardware
    • Complete phone setup sheet for all new phones
    • Setup phones in lab environment
  • Pre Port Testing
    • Complete advanced feature testing in lab environment
    • Complete network readiness checklist, if access is provided
  • Phone Port
    • Setup phones in each location
    • Connect, test calls, transfers, parking of a call
    • Confirm information matches approved documentation
  • Configure Extensions
  • Configure Hunt Groups
  • Configure Analog Devices
  • Configure Voicemail to Text
  • Configure Paging System
  • Configure Fax to Email
Validation
  • Post Port Testing
    • Complete call flow testing per approved documentation
    • Test any changes made during port day
    • Resolve any post port issues or changes
  • AIS Internal Monitoring Configuration Steps
Closing
  • Project Closure
    • Schedule project closure meeting or send closure email
    • Provide client with all project documentation for their records
Last modified December 27, 2023