There’s more to calculating the total cost of ownership (TCO) for communications systems than you might think. Here’s what you need to know and how unified communications as a service (UCaaS) can drive your communications TCO down.
Most companies already know that the benefits of moving to an agile and scalable cloud-based communications system far outweigh the advantages of a legacy phone service. However, it can be difficult to determine whether the total cost of ownership for your cloud-based solution can match your expectations for an on-premises legacy system.
For on-premises solutions, common outlays come in the form of things you can physically see and touch, like the PBX hardware you purchase. However, there may also be additional expenses hidden beneath the surface of an on-premises offering that today’s companies are failing to consider.
Businesses nervous about moving to the cloud often suggest that budget is a major reason for their decision. However, the truth is that the cost of a PBX system actually goes beyond the initial expense of hardware. In-depth cost rollup analyses reveal costs like:
The lack of future-proofing can be a common TCO issue for companies considering keeping their system on-premises.
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Replacing the unpredictable and often expensive on-premises communications strategy with an all-inclusive solution such as RingCentral Office® gives companies the advanced and fundamental communications solutions that they need, combined with the flexibility and scalability required to evolve in the future. Cloud phone systems:
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The flexibility, simplicity, and potential of UCaaS mean that it’s the ultimate solution for companies that want to reduce TCO and prepare their businesses for the future.
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