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Kate Figg

Are You Switch Off Ready?

As we approach the UK end of sale date for new ISDN lines it’s a good time to ensure you have the right products available to your customers. In light of the switch off, it’s reported that BT will need to transition more than 14 million lines across the UK to accommodate for this digital transformation. With approximately a third* of UK businesses still utilising traditional telephone systems, the business opportunity is huge! Here’s a reminder of how we can help you to maximise your leads.

Deskphones - Discover ProVu's Offering

Desk & Cordless Phones

We partner with the world’s leading manufacturers to offer an extensive range of deskphones and cordless handsets. Whatever budget or requirements you’re working with, we have a handset for you.
Door Entry Solutions

IP Door Entry & Alerting

It’s not just phones! Many people are still utilising analogue door entry systems and alerting devices. We offer a range of IP alternatives making it simple to upgrade these devices.

What’s more, we can even support you with the installation of these devices, helping you to maximise the opportunities available, speak with us to find out more.
Gateways - Prepare for the Switch Off with ProVu

Gateways, SBCs and ATAs

With the ongoing price increases not everyone will be in a position to, or want to completely update their entire systems. We offer a host of VoIP gateways, SBCs (Session Border Controllers) and ATAs (Analogue Telephony Adaptors) to enable the use of legacy hardware, helping to minimise costs and disruption.
UPS Devices - Supporting the Switch Off

UPS Devices

As per Ofcom’s guidelines, any VoIP Service must be supplied with a battery back-up or mobile device to enable vulnerable people to contact the emergency services in the event of a power outage. Discover our range of UPS devices; with options to suit business and residential use, we’ll help you meet the recommended requirements.
Cloud-Based Telephony

Telephone Systems, Cloud-Based Solutions & Headsets

Ideal for hybrid working and hot desk environments, softphone clients and cloud-based telephony systems offer a great option for those looking for a web or mobile-based solution.

Headsets and cloud-based solutions often go hand in hand, we can also help you source the right headset for your solution.
Routers - Preparing for the Switch Off

Routers

Without a reliable internet connection, VoIP is redundant. Discover our range of routers, designed to ensure a reliable connectivity. From robust business-grade devices to budget friendly, end user options, our router offering will help your customers to keep connected.

What the PSTN Switch Off means to the Telco World

We also offer a range of flexible payment options so your customers can spread the associated costs over an agreed fixed term. Speak with us to discuss the options available.

Whatever your requirements are, we’ve got your back. Call us on 01484 840048 or email *Data source taken from Computer Weekly.

A Back UP(S) For Remote Working

According to the ONS, it’s reported that around 44% of workers in the UK work either at home or in a hybrid environment. Many companies have invested in their hardware to support this shift over the last few years. But what happens when there’s a power outage?

At the time of writing this, there were 37 power outages in the North of England* alone. For those working remotely, this could result in:

UPS supporting Hybrid Working
  • A loss of internet connection, resulting in a lack of online presence
  • Team members unable to answer important calls
  • Hours of working time lost
  • The loss of unsaved work

The reality is that power outages cost businesses money.

Avoid Downtime With A UPS

UPS devices offer an ideal solution for those looking to minimise the disruption caused by a loss of power and to protect equipment from overvoltage and act as surge protection. Available for around 40% of the cost of a mid-range handset, they’re a worthwhile investment to ensure business continuity for remote workers.

Meet The Range…

VI 650 SB

 VI 600 STL

VI 2200 STL

Supports the Connection of 2 x 3-Pin UK power outlets

Up to 1 hour battery back-up*

Supports the Connection of 3 x 3-pin UK power outlets

Up to 2 hours battery back-up*

Supports the Connection of 4 x 3-pin UK power outlets

Up to 4 hours battery back-up*

Discover the PowerWalker Range

Speak to a member of our expert team today to discuss your projects. We can help to ensure the devices quoted will meet your customers’ requirements. Call us on 01484 840048 or email contact@provu.co.uk.

*Figure obtained from Northern Powergrid’s website 5th May 2023.

**The UPS devices we currently offer are suitable for low power devices. For connecting devices with a larger power consumption, please speak with a member of our team.

Looking for Regular 3CX Updates? Register for our NEW Drop-In Sessions

3CX Drop In Sessions

We know it can sometimes be difficult to keep up to date with the latest changes. 3CX are continuously developing their award-winning solution to enable you to access the very best features and functionality. Now you never need to miss an update again with ProVu!

Starting from 4th May, we will be hosting monthly virtual drop-in sessions. In the first session, we will be discussing the recent changes made to 3CX’s free licence and what these changes mean for you and your customers. In this short 15-minute session, our Senior Technical Sales Executive, Jason Pryke will also be taking your questions, giving you the opportunity to access the answers you are looking for.

Find out & Register

Let us know what you’d like to hear about!

Got a topic you’d like to learn more about? Let us know! These drop-in sessions are an opportunity for you to access the information you need. Simply complete our topic suggestion form to help shape the focus of our future sessions*.

We hope to see you online soon!

Make a Topic Suggestion

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Become a Certified Partner with ProVu

Accredited 3CX Training
In addition to our new monthly drop-in sessions, you can also continue to benefit from our quarterly virtual training courses.

Register your interest to be among the first to be notified about our new training dates!

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Looking to find the best hardware option for your 3CX installations? Our team are on hand to help you with your fulfilments. Speak with a member of our team today to make the most of our one-stop shop. Call us on: 01484 840048 or email contact@provu.co.uk.

NEW BLF Configuration Now Available!

Have you ever wanted to remotely programme your phone’s function keys prior to them arriving on site?

We’re thrilled to share our latest system development with you! Introducing our new BLF configuration service, available exclusively on ProSys.

What does this mean for me?

In ProSys Management, you can now edit the function settings on any Snom or Yealink* phone. This new feature can be used to update busy lamp field settings with information such as extension numbers, contact names and/or areas within a business such as ‘reception’.

It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3

Getting started couldn’t be simpler! On the ProSys Management page, you can specify the settings for your device’s programmable function keys by simply filling in the relevant fields.

Once complete, click ‘Save configuration’ to apply your settings to the associated devices.

Whether you’re about to deploy a large number of phones or would like to remotely update the BLF keys of devices out in the field. Our new service could save you hours of manual work and the costs associated with carrying out site visits.

Try it out for yourself!

In order to access this new service, you will need to become a ProSys Management user. Along with BLF configuration, ProSys Management offers a range of additional features including:

  • The ability to view and monitor all deployed phones
  • Search for phones by MAC address or phone number
  • Edit settings eg. Change SIP username and passwords
  • Manage phone firmware upgrades in a controlled manner
  • Keep logs of phone status and errors
  • Maintain log of firmware updates

Get in touch today to set up a free trial of ProSys Management and discover the future of simplified hardware deployments.

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Already a ProSys Management user? BLF configuration should automatically show up on your account – What are you waiting for get started today!

Tell us what you’d like to see!

We’re always looking to develop our systems to best suit your needs. If you have any suggestions of how we can add further functionality to our BLF configuration or to any other element of our systems we welcome you to share your thoughts! Simply complete our online feedback form or email support@provu.co.uk.

 

*Additional brands will be added in due course.

Counting Down to Channel Live 2023: What to Expect from DrayTek

Counting down to Channel Live 2023

The weeks are just flying by with just three weeks until the doors open to Channel Live 2023! This week, we’re excited to share the details of what to expect from DrayTek on stand 508.

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Among a range of industry-leading networking and connectivity devices, here’s a sneak peek of the latest DrayTek devices you can expect to see on the stand.

Vigor 3910

DrayTek Vigor 3910 An ultra-powerful compact router designed to cope with large throughput demands from networks. As a high-performance VPN concentrator with optimal processing power, it’s capable of meeting the demands of up to 500 IPsec and 200 SSL tunnels simultaneously.

VigorAP 906

DrayTek VigorAP 906 Introducing the all new optimised access point. The Vigor AP906 is a sleek wall/desk mountable wireless access point with a 5-port LAN switch. It’s suitable for high density environments with a wire-liked link rate up to 2402 Mbps in 5GHz band and up to 574 Mbps in 2.4 GHz band.

VigorSwitch P2100

DrayTek VigorSwitch P2100 An award-winning 8-port Gigabit PoE layer 2+ Managed Switch with 2 SFP Uplink ports. Ideal for home offices and small business networks, this switch offers enhanced security features, advanced layer 2+ routing and much more!

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Take Control of Your Devices

With DrayTek’s Vigor ACS and Central Management System, managing your devices and network solution couldn’t be simpler!

Remotely manage your estate of DrayTek routers, firewalls and access points with DrayTek’s centralised management platform. Available as a hosted service or on-premise. ACS can be hosted on your own server in both Linux and Windows versions. Apply for your free trial today.

Try DrayTek’s Vigor ACS for FREE!

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Router Provisioning

Did you know we offer a range of services which can help you save time and money?
With our router provisioning service we can ship DrayTek devices direct to site ready to plug and play. Benefit from our automated services from as little as £4 per router; a fraction of the cost of multiple shipments and site visits! Contact us today to find out more.

The DrayTek team look forward to discussing your requirements in more detail at the show.

We’ll see you soon!

Counting Down to Channel Live: What to Expect from Yealink

Counting down to Channel Live 2023

Next up in our countdown to Channel Live is Yealink! With the show taking place later THIS MONTH, here’s a glimpse of what you can expect to see from Yealink on Stand 508.

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Yealink at Channel Live 2023

The Yealink portfolio has quickly grown to cover all requirements with an impressive offering which covers; IP desk phones, single and multi-cell solutions, headsets, conference devices, Microsoft Teams Certified devices and video conferencing. They strive to support easy collaboration and efficient production.

On stand 508, we will be joined by one of Yealink’s representatives who will be on hand to demo some of the latest devices including;

Yealink T54W Yealink W76P Yealink CP965
Yealink WH66 Yealink BH76 Yealink UH37

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We look forward to sharing the latest Yealink devices with you at the show!

Counting Down to Channel Live: What to Expect from 2N

Counting down to Channel Live 2023

We’re delighted to have 2N joining us at Channel Live this year. Find out more about what to expect from them at this year’s show and what’s to come from them in 2023.

What will 2N be showcasing at Channel Live 2023?


Discover the world’s first LTE intercom on stand 508. The 2N® LTE Verso combines minimum installation costs with a full feature set. Using LTE technology means no other cable apart from a power supply is needed. Enjoy all the same functionalities such as video communication with little disruption. What’s more, the main unit with HD camera can be customised to feature an RFID, Bluetooth or fingerprint reader by using the supported modules. Intercoms have never been this flexible!

Products Coming in 2023


2N® IP Verso 2.0 (Coming in June 2023)

The next generation of 2N’s best-seller: the world’s most modular IP intercom! But what’s new?

  • A full FD wide-angle camera
  • Powerful Axis ARTPEC-7 Processor which provides improved image quality & processing along with better security and functionalities
  • New advanced features such as QR code access

    • One thing 2N won’t be changing: the intercom’s genius modularity. Suitable for any project (residential and commercial alike), you can tailor the 2N® Verso 2.0 exactly to your customer’s needs by choosing from 16 different modules and combining them however you want.

    2N® IP One (Coming in November 2023)

    Something perfect for family homes: a one-button intercom in a compact, stylish design that boasts a full HD camera. Thanks to the powerful ARTPEC-7 processor developed by Axis, the 2N® IP One intercom provides excellent image quality, efficient compression, and enough power for new features such as QR code access or advanced motion detection.

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    Come and see for yourself, the 2N team look forward to speaking with you at Channel Live!

The Countdown to Channel Live 2023

Counting down to Channel Live 2023

There’s just under 5 weeks to go until the Channel’s biggest event gets underway! With preparations in full swing for Channel Live 2023, we’ll be sharing details about our plans at the show over the coming weeks. Keep an eye out for insights from the vendors who will be joining us and what to expect from us at the show.

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This year, we’re going bigger and better! Joining us on stand 508 will be: 2N, DrayTek, Fanvil, Snom and Yealink.

Why Visit ProVu at Channel Live?

1. Get your hands on the latest VoIP hardware, some of which are yet to be launched!
2. Meet with members of the ProVu team and representatives from the world’s leading manufacturers
3. Discuss your requirements and discover how our wide range of services can help you to grow your business

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It’s going to be a great show! Register today to reserve your free ticket.

UPS Devices: How to Protect Business Continuity

 

Have you considered the different opportunities UPS devices could bring to you and your customers?

As a low-cost investment, they can be a great addition to ensure business continuity in the event of a power outage. Whether you’re supplying to SMBs, or online streamers, discover how we can help you to keep them connected.

Where can they be useful?

Wherever power is required, there’s a UPS to suit. Regardless of the application, we can help you to ensure a continued power supply. Take a look at some of our suggested use cases.

Discover the PowerWalker Range

Hybrid Working

UPS supporting Hybrid Working Power cuts can result in hours of lost time and depending on the individual’s role a reduced service for your customer’s business. UPS devices can be used to provide battery back-up to routers and computers*, helping to avoid downtime.

Securing Premises

UPS supporting security For premises with Failsafe locks, security may become compromised in the event of a power cut. Talk to us about how we can help you to assure premises remain secure at all times.

Online Streaming

UPS supporting online streaming Perhaps you supply to gamers who want to ensure their content streams are protected. A UPS device can be used to ensure an uninterrupted service.

Ofcom Regulations

UPS and Ofcom Regs UPS devices can also be a great option to ensure your services are compliant with Ofcom’s regulations. Find out more about the change in rules which will come into effect in 2025.

What the PSTN Switch off means to the Telco World

Finding the Right Fit

There are a wide range of devices available on the market, ranging from desktop devices for residential use, to rack mountable options for server rooms. Speak with a member of our team today to discuss your options and find the best devices for your application.

Call us on 01484 840048 or email contact@provu.co.uk

*The UPS devices we currently offer are suitable for low power devices. For connecting devices with a larger power consumption, please speak with a member of our team.