BriComp Computers Chooses IntelePeer to Provide Next-Generation Voice Connections for Microsoft Unified Communications Platform

IntelePeer's High Quality and Rapidly Deployed SIP Trunking Services Now Enable Adoption of Microsoft's Latest UC Technology, Lync 2010

IntelePeer provides a comprehensive suite of on-demand communications and SIP trunking services that are backed by deep communications expertise and a proven Quick Start program to ensure partners' Microsoft Lync 2010 SIP trunk deployments are successful. Through its Cloud-based infrastructure, Voice Peering Network and SuperRegistry™ of more than 422 million directly peered telephone numbers, IntelePeer simplifies communications by delivering carrier-quality service over public or private Internet Protocol (IP) connections directly to Microsoft Lync. IntelePeer's patented platform provides real-time service availability that spares customers from the need to change their data service provider or existing communications equipment, eliminating the lengthy delays associated with typical service deployments.

As part of the Microsoft Technology Adoption Program (TAP) to beta test early releases, BriComp Computers, an independent IT consultant that designs and builds infrastructure for Microsoft products, has been using IntelePeer SIP trunking with the beta and now the current release candidate of Lync 2010.

"In addition to consulting, I write a blog on 'How-To' instructions for configuring Microsoft Lync 2010 for Microsoft's TechNet online resource center," said Brian Ricks, founder of BriComp Computers. "When I evaluated IntelePeer's SIP trunking solution ( www.IntelePeer.com), I was impressed by the speed of deployment, flexibility and connection quality. It's simply amazing that IntelePeer's SIP trunks work flawlessly right out-of-the-box with the beta and now the current release candidate of Microsoft Lync 2010."

"As a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional and expert in Microsoft Unified Communications, Brian Ricks' endorsement carries tremendous credibility," said Margaret Norton, general manager, enterprise for IntelePeer. "We are focused on providing the necessary tools and support to quickly and profitably roll out Microsoft Lync 2010 deployments. We tailor our approach to fit each customer's need. With minimal up-front cost and rapid turn-up, IntelePeer's SIP Trunking product delivers superior quality and reliability."

About IntelePeer 
IntelePeer Inc., www.IntelePeer.com, is revolutionizing the delivery of communications, enabling carriers, service providers and enterprises to access communication services from the Cloud. Through the company's innovative, communications-as-a-service (CaaS) platform, IntelePeer AppworX™, SuperRegistry™ of more than 422 million telephone numbers and an extensive Voice Peering Network, IntelePeer provides the leading hosted platform to deliver high-quality interactive voice, video, SMS, data and other rich-media services to any wireline or wireless phone or IP connected device, worldwide. IntelePeer's solutions accelerate and simplify the transformation from legacy TDM to next-gen IP networks, enable new communications experiences that generate revenue and enhance productivity, and provide significant cost savings on telecommunication expenditures. Based in San Mateo, Calif., IntelePeer operates its own carrier-grade network, carrying more than 18 billion minutes annually, with worldwide coverage delivered through an IP and TDM peering grid with over 50 leading service provider peering partners. IntelePeer is privately held and is backed by venture capital firms VantagePoint Venture Partners, Kennet Venture Partners, NorthCap Partners and EDF Ventures.

IntelePeer, AppworX and SuperRegistry are trademarks of IntelePeer, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide. Other trademarks referenced are the property of their respective owners.

Original post copied from MSNBC.COM

Comparing SIP Trunk Providers that work with OCS 2007 R2

There are many SIP Trunk providers that 'work' with OCS 207 R2 - some that are on the Microsoft OIP and some that are not. The goal of this blog will be to objectively compare the various providers from basic functionality to customer service to actual costs involved. The SIP Trunk providers chosen are capable of connecting directly to an OCS 2007 R2 Mediation Server requiring no additional voice gateways. I have taken the task of identifying different market SIP trunk providers an where applicable, I have written TechNet 'How-To' instructions regarding their configuration (links below).

Some of the providers I was not able to test for one reason or another. The tables below include information I found relevant and hopefully will be of use to others. Any provider who would be interested in being included in this blog may contact me atsupport@bricomp.com. Check back often as I intend to keep this information live.

Provider

Link

OIP

AT&T

http://www.business.att.com/enterprise/business-solutions/

No

Broadvox

http://www.broadvox.com/Contact.aspx

No

Global Crossing

http://www.globalcrossing.com/enterprise/sip/sip_landing.aspx

Yes

IntelePeer

http://www.intelepeer.com/MicrosoftPartner/

Yes

Swisscom

http://www.swisscom.ch/solutions/en/index/product/voip_gate.htm

Yes

Provider

Provisioning

Product

Initial Cost

AT&T

Currently working with a client utilizing AT&T as backend; tackling issues right now, more info to come

 

 

Broadvox

Simple process but requires a phone call in the end. Visiting the web link for their services or calling directly, a sales rep. will be assigned to you and the quoting completed.

GO! Local M-2-M

$30/Channel

GO! Local 1yr

$20/Channel

GO! Local 2yr

$10/Channel

GO! Local 3yr

None

GO! Anywhere M-2-M

$30/Channel

GO! Anywhere 1yr

$20/Channel

GO! Anywhere 2yr

$10/Channel

GO! Anywhere 3yr

None

Global Crossing

Unable to provision; requires an endpoint on their MPLS network

 

 

IntelePeer

Simple process but requires a phone call in the end. Visiting the web link for their services or calling directly, a sales rep. will be assigned to you and the quoting completed. Future web provisioning coming soon.

Unlimited M-2-M

 

Per Minute M-2-M, unlimited channels

 

Swisscom

Currently focused on the Swiss market and not able to participate in a

 

 

Provider

Monthly Cost

Domestic LD

International LD

AT&T

 

 

 

Broadvox

$15.00/Channel

$.023/Minute 6 sec. increments

Varies, billed in 1 min. increments

$14.25/Channel

$.023/Minute 6 sec. increments

$13.50/Channel

$.022/Minute 6 sec. increments

$12.75/Channel

$.020/Minute 6 sec. increments

$35.00/Channel

Included

$33.25/Channel

$31.50/Channel

$29.75/Channel

Global Crossing

 

 

 

IntelePeer

$18/Channel

$0.025/Minute

Varies

$0.025/Minute

Included

Swisscom

 

 

 

Links

Configuring a Broadvox SIP Trunk in Communications Server 2007 R2
Configuring an IntelePeer SIP Trunk in Communications Server 2007 R2