How Do I Choose a Conference Call Providers

Not all companies are equal. Everyone has learned to force sometime in their lives. And it is equally true in the telecommunications sector there are different providers have different levels of quality and service.

So if you must choose a service provider for conference calls, there are certain questions to be asked to ensure quality service, with no unpleasant surprises when the account Here are some tips on choosing a 

What type of bridge? 

Ask the company if the use of a bridge or a bridge VoIP to traditional conference calls. Many companies offer low prices, but the use of VoIP for lower bridges and / or personal support any kind. If the connection (and still attached) is a matter of chance, it seems. 

Are their minimum connection costs? 

Some companies charge a minimal fee each time you connect to your bridge and start an audio conference. Imagine this scenario: the program and hosted a conference, please call five minutes before it started. One of the participants is canceled at the last minute and was unable to attend.
Then hang up the phone and change the call. But even if you only 2 minutes devoted to the audio conference may be required to a minimum of $ 10 (which is one of our competitors actually costs) to pay.

As the cost of recording? 

Many of our competitors charge an arm and a leg for the recordings. An audio recording of the conference will cost $ 60, to name but a figure that is cited the name. Be sure to ask how to capture the costs and the cost of downloading the MP3 file.

All functions are active?

Some providers advertised positions in 1001, but if you try to use non-functional. Make sure you have this resolved in advance to avoid surprises.
Are there any other charges or extras?
This is always a good question. Conference Producer will pay the additional costs or penalties for unused minutes? We charge a USF fee on your bill? Almost all companies will expand this bill the end of his not talk of heaven.

How many lines has been assigned?

Generally this is not a problem if you have less than 20 lines per conference (ie, 20 participants at the same time) necessary but can be a problem because some service providers are limited. It'sa good idea to double-check. Although there are always more questions that can (the ratio of conference calls in progress of talks, for example), this list will help you evaluate the potential of service they receive and provide a quality experience.