For branch networks, SIP architecture simplifies deployment
and management. Branches can grow by adding a single
platform at each branch without additional central
or onsite hardware. SIP-enabled solutions can automatically
discover each new location. At the same time, branch-based
call processing and applications, driven by SIP, increase
branch reliability and improve WAN utilization.
SIP integrates all forms of communications, including
voice, video, or instant messaging to give users better
control over their communications. It also seamlessly
integrates multiple devices such as cell phones, desk
phones, and PC clients for increased efficiency and
productivity.
SIP is differentiated from similar communications
protocols by its wide industry support, providing
a practical means of multi-vendor integration at the
highest level of the protocol stack—the application
layer. A broad ecosystem of Independent Software Vendors
(ISVs) provides value-added applications utilizing
SIP open standards technology. These applications
help branches improve operations and customer service.
Avaya provides converged business communication solutions
consisting of Avaya products, services, and ISV applications
for branch environments. Utilizing SIP-based Avaya
solutions, businesses can benefit from:
- Open, standards-compliant software and system
architectures
- Scalability to support growing businesses
- Rapidly deployable branch platforms
- Easy implementations regardless of the number
of locations
- Reduced need for hardware clusters
- Services available across multiple forms of access
devices
- Enhanced reliability through simplified networking
- User productivity optimized to handle operational
challenges
- Cost reduction from eliminating the need for fork
lift upgrades
- Enhanced service integration with Service Providers
- Interoperability with multiple vendors, creating
end-to-end solutions
- Decreased WAN utilization and cost
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