Welcome to Slingshot Communications, the ultimate podcast for mastering IVR (Interactive Voice Response) Greetings in the realm of VoIP systems and AI-driven communication. Each episode is a deep dive into how businesses across various industries - from healthcare to consulting - utilize AI Agents, PBX systems, and cloud communications to enhance their customer experience. Our collection of IVR greetings examples, underpinned by advanced call routing technology and unified communications str ...
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Cavell is a leading research and consulting firm specialising in the telecommunications industry with a particular focus on business communications technologies including UCaaS, collaboration, contact centre and customer engagement software, business messaging, and Microsoft Teams. Cavell provides insights, analysis, and advisory services to help their clients navigate and succeed in these rapidly evolving sectors. Cavell Cloud Conversations will bring you bitesize podcasts with some of the ...
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Want to get an exclusive peek into the UC & C? Curious about how the latest industry trends and technologies matter to you? Join the after-work huddle room with us — Ramon and Jason, as we candidly share ideas and lead enlightening talks with industry insiders. From daily work anecdotes to specific UC solutions, tear the ”Yeastar” label off and speak our minds. The show will dive deep into what exactly happened around us and unpack everything to keep you in the loop. If you’re interested, tu ...
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Has Artificial Intelligence created the Next Gen PBX?
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In this episode, Patrick is joined by Steve Forcum from SIPPIO. Patrick and Steve explore the evolution of PBX systems. With collaboration centric telephony and generative AI PBX systems can now do so much more than their legacy counterparts. Steve takes Patrick through some of the PBX's evolution and provides some examples of how next gen PBX solu…
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Will automation cost jobs in the contact centre?
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Will automation cause the number of contact centre agents to go up or down? In this episode, Patrick and Finbarr tackle the toughest issue with the current rate of change in the contact centre. They lay out some convincing arguments both ways, so this is an episode not to be missed. Explore more of our contact centre insights here: https://www.cave…
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EP5: Can Cloud Solutions Be a Real Money-maker? | Yeastar
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Episode Introduction Can hosting solutions be a real money-maker? Absolutely! So, what's the secret to cashing in? In this episode, Ramon and Jason will dive into the booming cloud trend and check out how it could pay off for small and medium-sized businesses. They'll spill the beans on what to think about before switching, picking the right PBX, a…
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Expanding through M&A: A discussion with CloudClevr
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In this week's podcast our Executive Director, Matt Townend, sat down with CloudClevr 's Group CEO, Steve Harris, to discuss his approach to company expansion through M&A.By Cavell
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Join Finbarr on our latest episode as he sits down with Joel Chimoindes, CEO of Nuvias UC to talk about the changing nature of the UC channel. The discussion covers a lot of topics including AI, growing complexity of UC solutions, and the need to adjust to rapid rates of change.By Cavell
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Consumer Expectations Don't Match Industry Capabilities
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Join Finbarr and Patrick as they talk through Cavell's latest Consumer Research (Available for free now), where we look at what consumer's think of the current state of CX, and discuss how that matches the current capabilities of the CX industry.By Cavell Group
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EP4: How to Do Business with ISP? - 6 Tips from a REAL ISP | Yeastar
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Episode Introduction How do I work with an ISP? As the global promotion of cloud PBX continues to gain momentum, this question grows in significance. That's why we've brought in a true ISP expert, Lily Zhang from Cocoa Oriental, who will be sharing her insights on typical ISP cases, important project considerations, and 6 useful tips for vendors lo…
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Investment Opportunities in CX - What to Expect at Cavell Invest 2024
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In our latest episode, Finbarr is joined by Cavell's Director, Matt Townend, to discuss investment opportunities and current trends in the run up to Cavell Invest 2024.By Cavell Group
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What you Missed at Enterprise Connect 2024 - Cavell's Summary
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Join Cavell's analyst team as they dissect the latest news and trends from the annual Enterprise Connect event in Florida, this event features all of the largest companies in the CX and Communications space. It really sets the agenda for the year, so let us tell you what that agenda is going to be!By Cavell Group
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EP3: Talking Vendors' Strategies — Is That a Smart Way to Face 2024? | Yeastar
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Episode Introduction Quick question: Was 2023 hard for you? If your answer is yes, then this episode is a must-listen! In this episode, Jason and Ramon discuss how Yeastar and other major industry players, like VTech, Mitel, and 3CX, dealt with the tough economic conditions — their business strategies, and how the market responded. They're also joi…
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Join Finbarr and Patrick as they begin their preparations for the Cavell Summit Europe 2024. Come and hear the main talking points that will be discussed at the event and what topics will be leading the communications industry in 2024.By Cavell Group
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How is Agent Experience Shaping the Future of the Contact Centre?
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Come and join Finbarr and Patrick as they discuss their latest Contact Centre Decision maker research. Hear how our data indicates AI and Automation growth in the contact centre and what that means for the future of agents in contact centre environments.By Cavell Group
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EP2: Selling Cloud PBX - How Do I Convince Customers to Pay 3 Times? | Yeastar
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Episode Introduction As more and more businesses are moving their communications to the cloud, we've seen the rise of UCaaS, which is a completely different business realm and requires a new mindset. So in today's episode, we will highlight some common concerns we've encountered from people who want to capitalize on the cloud opportunity but haven'…
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Overcoming Service Provider Challenges in Microsoft Teams
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One of the biggest challenges facing communications service providers is the shift in commercial models. Traditional revenue and margin streams are being squeezed and service providers increasingly need to augment these areas with new products. Value added services (VAS) across customer experience solutions, analytics, and hardware are being explor…
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Join Finbarr and Mark Herbert from DSNTY to discuss how service providers can drive revenue from Microsoft Teams Calling solutions as well as some useful advice and pitfalls they might face on this journey.By Cavell Group
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EP1: Product Roadmap, CCaaS, and Box-Moving Business Model | Yeastar
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What will happen if 2 training professionals drink together off-work? Jason and Ramon reconvene to discuss and brainstorm ideas related to their experiences — the Summit, current challenges, and more insightful ideas about the VoIP business and UC solutions. So, kick back, grab a beer, and let's start a casual and free-flowing conversation! Highlig…
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EP0: UC&C Huddle: We Are on Podcast Now! | Yeastar
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In this pilot episode, we dive into the story behind starting the "UC&C Huddle" podcast. As the "official speakers" for Yeastar, the world’s leading UC solution provider, we've always wanted to have a special platform to share our ideas and engage in insightful conversations with individuals in the VoIP business. If you are curious about what goes …
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Join Finbarr and Patrick as they sit down to review 2023, in the run up to Christmas. What were the big trends? What did the year hold for UC and CCaaS? You might have lived through it but maybe you need a reminder!By Cavell Group
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There is more than just telephony in Microsoft Teams!
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In this weeks episode, Patrick and Rick Garcia from G12 Communications discuss the range of services that can be enabled in Microsoft Teams beyond just telephony. They explore messaging, customer experience provision, and legacy system integration all of which are critical to enabling effective collaboration.…
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Discussing the Rise of Omnichannel Customer Experience with DSTNY
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Join Finbarr and Johan Dalström from DSTNY as they discuss the changing customer experience landscape and the need for service providers to tackle the growing complexity of solutions without passing that burden on to their customers.
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The Next Generation of Communication Beyond Voice
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In this week's podcast, we're joined by Saif Ahmed, CEO of SCB Global about the next generation of communications beyond voice and telephony.By Cavell Group
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Explore how Lawyer's Team leverages their VoIP system for efficient client communication. Discover the role of AI in streamlining calls to the appropriate legal services, enhancing the overall customer experience. This greeting exemplifies the perfect blend of efficiency and clarity, ensuring clients can swiftly navigate the needed services. Listen…
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This episode showcases Orange Medical Centre's use of an AI Agent in their IVR greeting. Learn how AI technology provides timely information and directs callers efficiently in a high-demand healthcare environment. The greeting is a prime example of delivering crucial information effectively and with empathy. You'll hear how the voice calmly guides …
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Dive into how Pools R Us uses a cloud communications approach in their playful yet simple IVR system. Understand the integration of VoIP and AI to manage customer inquiries effectively. This greeting is tailored to reflect the playful and straightforward nature of the pool service industry. Hear how the voice of Blake, the cheerful representative o…
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In this episode, Discover All-star Consulting Firm’s approach to interactive customer support through their concise IVR greeting. The episode delves into how they use AI and VoIP technologies to manage client consultations. We spotlight a crisp and concise Interactive Voice Response (IVR) greeting, emphasizing the efficiency of Slingshot VoIP's sol…
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Join us to learn how Awesome Services optimizes customer interactions using a unified communications strategy in their IVR system, balancing sales and support efficiently. This greeting is a prime example of how simplicity in design can lead to efficient customer service. The greeting efficiently categorizes the main areas of customer interest into…
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Grey Designs exemplifies the use of a PBX system in the creative industry. Join us in this episode as we unveil an elegantly simple Interactive Voice Response (IVR) greeting for Grey Designs, created with Slingshot VoIP's expertise. This greeting is a testament to the power of minimalism in effectively guiding callers to their desired destination. …
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Nuwave Sheds Light on Cross Platform Enablement
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In this episode, Finbarr is joined by Mark Bunnell, COO of Nuwave to chat about the Nuwave solution and the demand for collaboration enablement.By Cavell Group
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Exploring Analytics in the Collaborative Era
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In this week's episode, Cavell's Patrick Watson is joined by Tony Martino, CEO of Tollring to talk about how analytics are adapting to the growth of collaboration.
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SIPPIO Open Up The Teams Telephony Market to Channel Providers
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In this weeks podcast episode, we're joined by Steve Forcum from SIPPIO as we dive into their new product, allowing channel providers to access the Teams telephony market. We're also joined by Chad McGreanor from Cloud Revolution to hear first hand how it's already becoming a huge success.By Cavell Group
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Cavell Summit North America Highlights - AI in Contact Center
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In this episode, join Finbarr and Patrick as they talk about AI in Contact Center and whether service providers should stay in their lanes, and other highlights from the recent Cavell Summit NABy Cavell Group
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Cavell Summit North America: A Preview of What's to Come
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Join hosts Finbarr Goode Begley - Senior Research Analyst, and Patrick Watson - Head of Research as they discuss the delights of the upcoming Cavell Summit North America. Get a chance to learn about the latest trends and hot topics in the industry. Discover why attending this event in New York with Cavell is a must for you! Learn more here: https:/…
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Understanding the Role of AI in the Future of Comms
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Join Cavell Analysts Patrick Watson - Head of Research and Finbarr Goode Begley - Senior Research Analyst as they discuss the implications of AI in communications, including the role of virtual agents in the future of contact centres.
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Cavell Update on Recent Zoom and RingCentral News
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The last few weeks have seen exciting announcements in the Cloud Comms space, a large Zoom event with lots of news and new CEO at RingCentral. Join regular hosts Finbarr Goode Begley - Senior Research Analyst, and Patrick Watson - Head of Research as they sit down for a chat with Dominic Black, Director of Research Services at Cavell to discuss thi…
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Cavell Invest Summit: A Preview of What's to Come
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Are you interested in the M&A telecom industry? The latest podcast episode gives us a sneak peek into what we can expect from the upcoming Cavell Invest Summit. Our host, Finbarr Goode Begley - Senior Research Analyst is joined by Matthew Townend - Executive Director at Cavell Group highlighting the speakers, panel discussions, and networking oppor…
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Gen-Z in the Workplace: Bridging the Communication Divide
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Looking to bridge the communication gap between generations in the workplace? In our latest episode Finbarr Goode Begley - Senior Research Analyst is joined by Caitlin Quinn, Cavell's Junior (Gen-Z) Consultant. Discover the findings of their research on intergenerational communication, including the burning question of whether or not Gen-Z enjoys v…
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Exploring the AI Buzz at Enterprise Connect
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In this latest Cavell Cloud Conversations Podcast join Finbarr Goode Begley - Senior Research Analyst and Patrick Watson - Head of Research as they discuss Patrick's excursion to the huge Enterprise Connect show in America and all the talk of AI that happened at that event. As usual the conversation broadens out quickly from what happens at the sho…
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Automation in Operator Connect: Challenges & Opportunities Unveiled
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In our latest podcast episode Cavell's Head of Research, Patrick Watson is joined by Jeff Coleman (Director, PingCo) and Erhan Boduk (Global Partner Executive, PingCo) where they explore the challenges that service providers face when joining Operator Connect Accelerator program. Questions explored: What are some of the key/most common challenges y…
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In this episode of our podcast, our Cavell Group team Patrick Watson - Head of Research and Finbarr Goode Begley - Senior Research Analyst take a look at some predictions for 2023 and how they will affect the world of digital communication and networking. Listen today as they dive into whether people will begin using the upcoming digital avatars in…
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Exploring the Microsoft Operator Connect Accelerator Program with SIPPIO
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In this week's podcast, Cavell Senior Research Analyst, Patrick Watson chats with Microsoft's 1 of 6 operator connect accelerator partner and Teams telephony expert Dawn-Marie Elder, COO & GM (SIPPIO) about their latest Accelerator Program launch. Topics: Introduction to Sippio and their latest Accelerator program How important do you think having …
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Cloud Comms Summit US: Highlights & Key Takeaways
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We hope you enjoyed the Cloud Comms Summit US last week in Chicago! It was great being back in the USA and bringing both new and old friends together! In this week's episode our Cavell Group team, Matthew Townend, Patrick Watson and Finbarr Goode Begley, take a deep dive into the highlights and key takeaways from Cloud Comms Summit US! Would love t…
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Analytics Capability: Exploring what's key for next-gen service providers with Akixi
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Join us this week as Cavell Senior Research Analyst, Patrick Watson chats with Brandon Hagood, Vice President, Americas at Akixi about the rising importance of analytics both within the context of UC and in every technology area that is available. If you are interested in keeping up with current trends, understanding analytics capability, what data…
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Microsoft and Teams telephony with NuWave Communications
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Cavell Senior Research Analyst, Patrick Watson chats with Mark Bunnell - COO, NuWave Communications about the fast-growing Microsoft and Teams telephony market. Thank you to NuWave for being Silver & Microsoft Forum Sponsors of our upcoming Cloud Comms Summit US. Topics explored in this week's episode: • How important do you think having a Microsof…
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There have been a lot of changes in the industry since we last spoke to 2600Hz. In our latest episode, Cavell's Senior Analyst, Patrick Watson, is joined by Clint Mohs, Head of Marketing at 2600Hz and will discuss the latest market trends. Topics: • One of the key trends that we are encountering is the importance of integration capabilities. With t…
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One Way Voice - When is having a conversation not the answer?
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The Cavell analysts Finbarr and Patrick debate about the one-way voice proposition (voice notes and audio clips) and whether it's better than actually having a telephone conversation from a business perspective. Topics: - What's the best way of communicating as a company with your employees? - Is it more effective to communicate with voice notes an…
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Cavell analyst and cloud networking expert Finbarr chats through his specialist topic. Previously separate network management solutions are now being built into software-defined platforms. There is a lot of confusion as not all SD-WAN are the same, features differ greatly between providers and there is no set standardisation. Listen to this podcast…
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The Cavell analysts Finbarr and Patrick debate the future of voice vs. video in a collaboration setting. With the change in how conversations are had in office environments and the move away from desk phones and voice calls into video and the metaverse, not everyone is happy with the changes. Is the pandemic growth of video all hype? Are we likely …
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The Cavell analysts Finbarr and Patrick talk through the emerging technology of extended reality (XR) and its up-and-coming relevance to the cloud comms industry. With key leaders and players in this space already acquiring and putting resources into developing solutions, service providers and vendors alike need to keep up to date with advancements…
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Cavell's Patrick Watson and Joe Walsh, Director - Global Product Marketing at GoTo, reflect on the successful return to in-person Cloud Comms Summit London earlier in March where GoTo supported the event as Gold Sponsors. Joe explains the new GoTo rebrand and mission for their partners from 23 brands pulling them all under the same roof, as their o…
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Providers of the Webex communications portfolio, Cisco, talk through key collaboration trends most valuable to partners and service providers; digitisation and the need to move faster, working towards hybrid flexibility and the need to be better than “good enough”. In this episode, Jeff Boslem, Head of SP & Partner Collaboration, EMEAR at Cisco dis…
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