{"id":10706,"date":"2024-01-30T09:50:38","date_gmt":"2024-01-30T09:50:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marlincomms.co.uk\/?p=10706"},"modified":"2024-02-06T15:35:22","modified_gmt":"2024-02-06T15:35:22","slug":"direct-routing-for-microsoft-teams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/marlincomms.co.uk\/blog\/direct-routing-for-microsoft-teams","title":{"rendered":"10 Benefits of Direct Routing for Microsoft Teams"},"content":{"rendered":"

Direct Routing for Microsoft Teams<\/a> from Marlin Communications is an alternative to Operator Connect and Microsoft Calling Plans. The solution seamlessly integrates voice capabilities into Microsoft Teams and provides organisations with greater cost-efficiency, increased flexibility, and enhanced security.<\/p>\n

Unlocking substantial cost savings and unmatched flexibility, Direct Routing for Microsoft Teams is a game-changer for any business IT team. It empowers businesses to seamlessly integrate their chosen telephony provider, delivering a bespoke solution that aligns perfectly with communication needs. By taking control of PSTN connectivity costs, IT teams can gain a strategic advantage in budget optimisation, ushering in a new era of adaptable and cost-effective telephony integration for their organisations.<\/p>\n

Direct Routing for Microsoft Teams<\/h2>\n

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Direct Routing for Microsoft Teams from Marlin Communications offers a robust alternative to Microsoft Calling Plans<\/a>. This solution empowers businesses to seamlessly integrate their existing PSTN telephony hardware with Teams, all without the need for on-premise hardware. The key to this integration lies in Microsoft-certified Session Border Controllers (SBCs)<\/strong>, which deliver a cloud-based service that enhances flexibility, scalability, and functionality.<\/p>\n

How Direct Routing Works<\/h3>\n

Direct Routing enables businesses to bridge their existing on-premise telephone system and a Microsoft-certified SBC to Microsoft Teams. This connection facilitates making and receiving UK and international calls, providing a compelling alternative to traditional hosted telephony systems or PBX.<\/p>\n

Getting Started With Direct Routing<\/h3>\n

To integrate Direct Routing for Microsoft Teams, businesses need a few essentials:<\/p>\n