Enhanced Digital Services Frequently Asked Questions
How is service reliability ensured?
First, our engineers will make sure crystal-clear voice can be supported on your local enterprise data network.
Once voice calls enter our redundant MPLS-enabled global network infrastructure, they are then guaranteed with
Service Level Agreements. Our Hosted PBX service is built on a carrier-grade network communications platform
through our partnership with BroadSoft. We selected BroadSoft because they are the proven soft-switch market
leader in terms of:
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Most carrier-class networks deployed
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Largest number of Hosted PBX and Hosted PBX deployments worldwide… with over 400,000 subscriber connections
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A service delivery platform with unmatched scale, reliability, redundancy, and flexibility
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What choices do I have for phones and customer premises equipment?
We offer total flexibility. Whatever the arrangement, Dodson Group Communications
will stage and configure your equipment to ensure a smooth installation.
A wide selection of IP Phones offer elegant design and will not become obsolete.
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Can this solution work with my firewall?
Most likely. Our Hosted PBX service has the ability to interoperate with existing enterprise
firewalls and private IP addressing schemes. We specify router configurations to support data
and voice over a high-speed connection. A LAN/WAN evaluation will confirm if your current systems are compatible.
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Can we demo the Hosted PBX service?
Of course you can! Actually, Dodson Group Communications strongly believes that
'test driving' the service is the best way for our customers to see the benefits
and quality it offers. Demos or pilot programs can be arranged so you can evaluate
the service before making a commitment.
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What features and functionality are included with the service?
A wide range of enhanced calling features are included such as: voice mail, unified
messaging, call control and management, end-user and administrative web portals,
and various packages of group and personal service features.
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Can your Hosted PBX service scale to fit our growing company?
Absolutely. Our Hosted PBX service is built on a platform designed to grow with
emerging technology and functionality and can meet the needs of any sized enterprise,
across one or multiple locations.
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Can I keep my existing telephone numbers?
Almost always. We can easily verify if your numbers can be ported.
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How is pricing handled? I'm tired of confusing pricing schemes.
Dodson Group Communications provides flat rate, per subscriber, per month pricing
for the Hosted PBX service and we bundle it with attractive local and long distance
calling plans.
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Moves, additions and changes—can Dodson Group Communications make them easier for my company?
Yes, we put move, add and change control in your hands via an easy to use web-based administrative portal.
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Can Dodson Group Communications provide Service Level Agreements?
Yes, we pride ourselves on the fact that we can offer an SLA that covers packet delivery,
network latency, jitter (variance in packet arrival times) and call success rate for Hosted
PBX service running on our MPLS Network.
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How secure is a hosted IP solution?
MPLS circuits provide a greater degree of security for voice and other types of traffic
since the internal address and packet payload are hidden from the outside world. Consequently,
MPLS lines are as secure as a conventional private line.
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What about training?
Training is provided, by Dodson Group Communications to familiarize your administrators and
users with all aspects of Hosted PBX service. Detailed training manuals and quick reference
guides are provided for ease of use and to encourage users to take advantage of the full features
of the Hosted PBX service.
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