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Aug 08 2017
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Up your game with Business Mobile from Columbus UK. Image of pinball game.

Business Mobile – how to up your game

By 4G, Business Mobile, Business Mobile Plans, Mobile Services, MultiNet, Roaming
How true business mobile solutions can help you get ahead of the competition. Whilst all of the major mobile networks in the UK offer business mobile contracts, they also have to support hundreds of thousands of consumers which can have a detrimental effect on network performance, investment and customer service. But what if there was a UK mobile network built...
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Aug 08 2017
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Call Recording Solutions from Columbus UK. PCI DSS, FSA and MiFID II compliant. Call 0333 240 7755.

MiFID II – the jargon free guide to call recording

By Call Recording, Legislation and Compliance, Mobile Services, Voice Services
A simple guide to recording and storing conversations to comply with MiFID II. Detangling the complexity of MiFID II. How does it impact your organisation and how can you prepare? The Markets in Financial Instruments Directive, commonly known as MiFID II, is due to come into force in January 2018. First introduced by the EU in response to the 2008...
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Aug 04 2017
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Business Mobile Solutions from Columbus UK

Business Mobile – getting the best from your investment

By 4G, Business Mobile, Business Mobile Plans, Mobile Services
Business Mobile investment advice from Columbus UK The business communications landscape is evolving at an incredible pace, driven in part by the innovation in technology, network and service investment and of course competition. This is particularly evident in mobile which is expected to grow significantly over the next decade, but how do you get the best from your business mobile...
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Jul 27 2017
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Why choose Columbus as your business mobile provider?

By 4G, Business Mobile, Business Mobile Plans, Mobile Services
Why choose Columbus as your business mobile provider rather than one of the big networks? Mobile phones have become an integral part of business communications as people and companies are increasingly connected and employees work flexible hours while on the move. As a result, finding the right business mobile contract that works for you and your budget is ever more...
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Jun 01 2017
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MiFIDII, FSA and PCI DSS compliant call recording solutions from Columbus UK.

What are the business benefits of call recording?

By Business Phone Systems, Business VoIP, Call Recording, Hosted Business Phone Systems, Inbound Call Handling Services, Inbound Call Solutions

What are the business benefits of call recording? With new legislation in the form of MiFID II coming into force for financial services organisations next year plus other ongoing UK and EU compliance requirements (PCI DSS and FSA), there are lots of regulatory reasons for introducing call recording to your business. But it’s not just about compliance; there are plenty…

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May 16 2017
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Mobile data set to skyrocket by 700% in 2021 - Columbus UK.

Mobile Data set to skyrocket by 700% in as little as 4 years

By 4G, Business Mobile, Business Mobile Plans, Mobile Services

Mobile Data set to skyrocket by 700% in as little as 4 years According to the Cisco Mobile Visual Networking Index Forecast, mobile data consumption is set to increase seven-fold by 2021. What is driving this huge, forecasted increase? There are many reasons we can consider including: The global proliferation of smartphone ownership. Smartphones will account for more than half…

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May 11 2017
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Business Mobile Plans and Business Mobile Phones from Columbus UK

The top 3 things to look for in a business mobile provider

By 4G, Business Mobile, Business Mobile Plans, Mobile Services, MultiNet, Roaming

The top 3 things to look for in a business mobile provider From business mobile devices, USB modems, data and or voice SIMs to wireless hotspots, mobile technology is now an integral part of any modern business communications plan. It helps organisations manage calls effectively wherever their employees are based and mobile applications keep workflows moving, save users time and…

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Apr 28 2017
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Three Big Reasons to Move Your Business to SIP Trunks.

Three big reasons to move your business to SIP Trunks today

By Business Phone Systems, SIP Trunking, Voice Services
Three big reasons to move your business to SIP Trunks today The movement from traditional phone lines over to SIP Trunks and hosted telephony services is something that businesses can’t ignore. With major suppliers announcing that they will be switching off their ISDN network, the stalwart across offices in the UK for decades, by 2025, now is the time to...
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Apr 06 2017
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Image of office worker accessing his mobile device in office. Business Mobile Plans and Business Mobile Solutions from Columbus UK. Call 0333 240 7755 for further information.

Business Mobile Plans – Double Data promotion extended

By 4G, Business Mobile, Business Mobile Plans, Mobile Services, MultiNet, Roaming
Double Data Promotion Extended For Columbus Business Mobile Plans Business Mobile Data usage in the UK is skyrocketing and this has been driven by companies adopting mobile-centric technology such as next generation, unified communications solutions and embracing the move to the cloud for server-based applications and services that would have previously been managed in-house. As a result Business Mobile users...
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Mar 29 2017
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Image of the business case for SIP eGuide cover page from Columbus UK. Columbus explores the business case for ISDN replacement services such as SIP Trunks and Hosted Telephony Solutions from Columbus UK.

SIP and the benefits of moving from older ISDN Business Line services

By Business Phone Systems, Flexible Working, Remote Working, SIP Trunking
If you have not already moved to SIP, you should consider it now. Over the past few decades, cultural and technological trends have dramatically transformed the workplace. Today, flexible working is a way of life. Employees now have greater control over their work-life balance than ever before, and employers understand that productivity is not confined to a desk. As such,...
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