WSTA Ticker - May/June 2008 - (Page 22) Continued from page 16 6. Ask about solid project management. Choose an implementation partner that will base its deployment on a structured project management methodology beyond basic frameworks. The partner should demonstrate specific sets of processes, tools, templates and guidelines that are customized for UC environments and are based on industry best practices. 7. Implement ongoing support. A successful deployment depends on a firm’s ability to account for all technical disciplines and maintain the stability of the environment daily. The world of corporate communications is undergoing a revolution. Successfully deploying UC comes from careful planning and an architecture that takes security and ongoing support into consideration. Financial services firms’ chances of a successful, well-received UC network will be greatly improved if they choose the right technology partner. Try to work with a partner that has the skills and experience to incorporate multivendor technologies, follows a transparent and strict project management discipline, and offers ongoing support and maintenance throughout the solution’s lifecycle. Lawrence Imeish is Principal Consultant in the Converged Communications Group at Dimension Data, North America, 571-203-4126; e-mail: lawrence.imeish@us.didata.com; web: www.dimensiondata.com/na. CONVERGENCE AHEAD. YOU NEED A PROVIDER WHO KNOWS THE WAY. Businesses of all sizes are clamoring to learn how they can reap the benefits of bringing their diverse telecommunications systems together onto a single, IP-based network. As the leader in IP-based telecommunications, XO® is the ideal partner to help deliver the promise of convergence to your business. Our industry-leading expertise, state-ofthe-art Tier 1 OC-192 IP network, and suite of converged offerings enable XO to provide scalable, cost-saving IP-networking solutions that fit your unique business needs. XO®: Leading IP Convergence. Take your business where it needs to go. To receive your free copy of “XO VoIP for Dummies” contact your local XO office at: 646.443.9700 100 William Street New York, NY 10038 Points of Convergence T XO ® IP Flex T XO ® IP Flex with VPN T XO ® MPLS IP-VPN T XO ® SIP Service T XO ® One iPBX T Ethernet via Copper, Fiber or Fixed Wireless © Copyright XO 2008. All rights reserved. XO, the XO desing logo and all related marks are trademarks of XO Communications. WSTA® Ticker - May/June 2008 22 http://www.dimensiondata.com/na
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