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    Collaboration Software, Unified Communication, VOIP Channel Program News

    When it comes to messaging, collaboration and unified communication, Channel Insider has partners and resellers covered. We report on the top e-mail, messaging, communication and collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Exchange and Outlook, Lotus Notes and Domino, and Novell Groupwise along with remote access platforms from Research In Motion Blackberry and Good Technology.


    ShoreTel Acquires Hosted Unified Communications Specialist M5 Networks

    Following the close of the acquisition, M5 will be operated as a ShoreTel business unit and will be led by M5 CEO Dan Hoffman.

    Integra Telecom Announces Collaboration and Messaging Services

    Integra’s collaboration and messaging services allow customers to utilize the latest versions of Microsoft business productivity tools.

    AT&T Launches Cloud-Based UC Service

    Businesses seeking to implement a unified communications system without the expense of deploying the hardware and software in-house can turn to AT&T for a cloud-based service that's affordable and easy to use.

    Social Networking Application Usage Grows Among Employees: Report

    The report also explores a variety of risks associated with browser-based file-sharing applications, which varies by application and use case.

    Polycom Releases Product Updates, Partners With IBM

    Polycom offers a new video-as-a-service solution for carriers.

    ViewSonic Launches Android, Windows-Based Tablets

    The ViewPad 10pi, running Windows 7 Professional, features dual cameras for business video conferencing with a IPS display panel.

    Avaya Launches IP Office 8.0 Unified Communications Platform

    IP Office 8.0 also offers "serverless" collaboration capabilities delivered through an integrated UC module.

    Ultrabooks Gain Favor Among SMBs in 2012: Techaisle

    While only 23 percent of SMBs are aware of Ultrabooks, 65 percent of those aware have shown intent to purchase.

    Kofax Launches Dotimage Enterprise Edition

    DotImage Enterprise Edition can improve an organization's ability to be more responsive to its customers.

    LabTech Software, Reflexion Partner on Cloud Computing Email Services

    LabTech integrates with Reflexion's services to monitor the health and performance of a range of hosted email services.

    Zyxel, Snom Partner on VOIP Platform for SMBs

    The two companies collaborate to offer an end-to-end VOIP solution for small to medium-size businesses (SMBs).

    Mobile Devices to Boost Online Ad Spending in 2012: Berg

    The mobile marketing value chain is still developing, and a number of players are dedicated to different activities.

    Avaya Looking to Buy Radvision for Video Collaboration: Report

    Avaya reportedly is looking to buy Radvision for $200 million in a move that would put it into competition against Cisco and Polycom in a fast-growing market, according to a report.

    ShoreTel, Ruckus Partner on Mobile UC Platform

    The ShoreTel/Ruckus bundle delivers UC and wireless networking capabilities to support corporate voice and data needs.

    UC Vendor Mitel Strengthens Channel Plans

    Unified communications and collaboration vendor Mitel has restructured its go-to-market strategy, becoming a company that sells almost exclusively through the channel.

    Microsoft Cloud Services Get Service Updates, New Customers

    Features include support for Lync for Mac, SharePoint Business Connectivity Services and support for Windows Phone 7.5.

    Cyber-crime Victims Often Provide Access Unwittingly: Report

    A study shows the human aspect needs to be included in security studies, where humans are the "weakest link."

    SMBs Investing in Fragmented UC Solutions: AMI

    More often than not, SMBs opt out of the full UC solution and patch together a mix from fragmented offerings.

    Workplace of the Future: How Technology Will Change the Way We Work

    How will technology trends like mobility and social networking, have on the offices of tomorrow? According to the Workplace of the Future survey, conducted by office space design company Teknion, emerging technologies are already changing the places we work. Cisco, CoreNet Global, Jones Lang LaSall and Teknion recently presented the survey's findings at the CoreNet Global Summit in Atlanta, Ga. "By 2020, IT computing will be almost entirely outsourced to the Cloud, and the lines between business and personal technology will be blurred," said Richard Kadzis, vice president, Strategic Communications, CoreNet Global. "Since commercial real estate is hard-wired to major drivers like consumerism and social responsibility, facilities and workplaces will become an increasingly more important critical extension of the corporate brand."

    Polycom, Sabre Travel Network Partnering on Videoconferencing Reservation System

    The Sabre Virtual Meeting reservation system, born of a partnership between Sabre Travel Network and Polycom, will allow business travelers to book telepresence rooms for meetings around the world.

     



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