VoIP Supply is expanding VoIP convergence options with the addition of new Valcom IP Paging devices for mass notification and real time IP voice. 

No More Separate Systems

Paging system solutions for schools, manufacturers, hospitals, and businesses were traditionally a separate analog based system.  Elimination of that separate analog system is possible with Valcom IP page controls that tie into an existing IP network that most institutions already employ for data and VoIP phones. 

Industry First IP Loudspeakers

Before introducing the industry’s first IP and IP PoE loudspeakers, Valcom was already recognized as having a long history of providing high quality paging products used by major telephone carriers.   That same long standing excellence can be found in all of Valcom’s latest IP network-based:

• Page Controls
• Speakers
• Horns
• Intercoms
• Clocks

Convergence Saves Money

Garrett Smith, VoIP Supply’s CMO, explains why he’s excited to offer Valcom’s latest line of IP paging devices:

“Utilizing Valcom’s advanced communication solutions is yet another option to save time and resources that many organizations may not be aware of; IP paging systems can easily converge into existing IP networks.” 

The FCC is considering new rules and regulations for 9-1-1 use and accuracy through VoIP service providers.

FierceCable’s Lynnette Luna explains that the FCC is contemplating these requirements:

• Existing 9-1-1 Rules:  Existing rules to be applied to both two-way interconnected VoIP services and outbound-only interconnected VoIP services.
• Automatic Location Information:  All interconnected VoIP providers will be required to provide automatic location information instead of relying only on subscriber registered locations.
• Location Accuracy:  Improved location accuracy to be employed for calls made indoors which will include large office buildings.
• Emerging Location Technology:  Emerging location technologies are to play a role in locating VoIP 9-1-1 calls.

Location, Location, Location

The possible “emerging location technology requirement” may also have to include businesses that are not VoIP service providers.  That is to say, broadband cable providers would have to assist with supporting 9-1-1 locations.  An added task that is expected to be met with resistance.

The FCC however is thinking that the most efficient solution for automatic location information lies in broadband providers and VoIP service providers both lending a hand in the process.

If It Aint Broke…

Luna notes that some say the existing VoIP call locating system already works well while Vonage  claims that their cooperation with local authorities provides better location info than cell phone companies currently offer.

But with VoIP security a rising concern, deceptive callers can fudge their actual location and potentially tie up valuable emergency services.

Via FierceCable and ConnectedPlanet