On our blog we’ve talked about the benefits of webinars, one benefit we haven’t discussed in detail is how great the tool is for generating leads. Well, anticipate no longer because that’s exactly what this post is going to be about. One of the biggest challenges faced by SMEs is simply finding customers. You might […]
How to have a productive conference call
If you’re reading this blog you’ve probably had your fair share of unproductive conference calls (who hasn’t?) A recent survey found that employees waste nearly 13 days every year in meetings they consider unproductive[1]. Whether this be calls that were agonizingly long, reared completely off course or just didn’t get going due to technical issues, […]
Troubleshooting Conference Calls
In conference calls as in life, if something can go wrong, it probably will go wrong. But at least, there are plenty of things you can do to minimise the risk of problems, or to put them right quickly when they arise. Reading this short PowWowNow guide to troubleshooting conference calls is one easy step […]
Flexible working makes your company hot stuff
With Coronavirus resulting in remote working, it’s an important time to look at how flexible working could be adopted for good. The younger generation recognise the need for a better work-life balance. Over 7 in 10 (73%) UK employees under thirty years of age say flexible working makes a job more attractive. The older gen […]
3 ways to improve your conference calls
Conference calling enables users to dial into a meeting from anywhere, making it ideal for businesses with remote workers, global offices or clients that work in other locations. Holding a meeting via a call is very effective in certain situations, however there may be occasions where that little bit extra is required. Here are 3 […]
How to get your staff on board with hosted voice
Introducing new technology into your business often sparks positive change, and hosted voice is no different. However, not all employees will immediately know of the practical benefits of implementing a new phone system. Consider this a bit of a cheat sheet. From its reliability and practicality through to the ways it supports remote working, we’ve detailed […]
Why businesses are turning to next generation telephony solutions before 2025
It is common knowledge amongst telecommunications experts that ISDN is a dying technology. Indeed, BT intend to switch their ISDN network off entirely in 2025 and the consensus is the technology will be as good as gone within five years. But this traditional system is still being used by many businesses. ISDN is a communications […]
Conference Call Headsets
When you’re dealing with voice conferencing, ensuring that everything that’s said is clear and understandable to everyone on the call is vital. The best way to do this is to ditch the traditional telephone handset and invest in a conference calling headset. The headset you choose will need to fit your individual needs, but PowWowNow […]
Everything About Video Calls
The concept for video calls have been around for a while now, longer than you might have guessed. The first experiments involving this tech happened way back in 1927, by AT&T.[1] Sure, it would have been a far cry from the HD video experience we have today, but still, it shows how long people have […]
Face your meeting solution fears
Let’s face it, meetings can be scary, especially if you’re relying on tech to get the job done. It’s estimated that in 2020 half of the UK workforce will work remotely, so the reliance on tech to carry out work is only going to increase. That’s why it’s essential to embrace meeting solutions and face any […]