SIP DEFINITION
SIP stands for Session Initiation Protocol. SIP is the standard protocol that provide transport of voice and video over a data network.
WHAT IS A SIP TRUNK
The easier way to think of SIP Trunking is that it replaces your existing analog or PRI phone lines connected to your PBX. SIP does this by connecting your on location phone system to your VOIP phone company via an Internet connection.
Wikipedia defines SIP Trunk as “SIP trunking enables the end point’s PBX (Private Branch Exchange phone system) to send and receive calls via the Internet.”
BUSINESSES THAT USE SIP TRUNKS
ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES
THEATER
HEALTH CARE
SCHOOL DISTRICT
MULTI-LOCATION BUSINESS
MOTION VOIP HOTELS THAT USE SIP TRUNKS
SIP TRUNK DIAGRAM
A business that has an existing working phone system can simply order SIP Trunks to replace their existing phone lines from the local telephone company. A On-Premise PBX will have either a SIP card that will allow you to directly connect a Internet connection to the system, a PRI card that will allow for up to 24 calls to be handled or a traditional analog card that will only allow calls based on its ports (usually 6, 8 or 12). A phone system with a SIP Card will just need to be programmed to match the SIP Providers settings. A PBX with either a PRI or analog card will need a device called an ATA that will convert the signal to a digital connection.
In the above diagram a employee picks up their phone to call a client. The phone in turn talks to the PBX which selects an outside line (a SIP Trunk) and places the call via the Internet connection. The employee and client speak just as they would with or without the SIP Trunk setup. Call quality of SIP Trunks are often better then traditional POTS lines as some existing analog phone lines have been buried in the ground for a long time and are breaking down.
SIP TRUNK FEATURES
Trying to find the best SIP Trunking service provider for your business, organization or hotel? Our experts have worked with almost all the major SIP Trunk providers and have the real world knowledge to match you with the company that fits your needs.
Any provider you call directly will tell you they have the right SIP Trunk solution for your needs in order to lock up the sale. When you do a free phone consultation with a Motion VOIP specialist we first evaluate what your SIP Trunk needs are, compare those requirements to all our SIP Providers (over 12+ different companies) and give you our recommendations. Our specialist will even provide you with a quote in order to make the process easy for you.
Not all SIP Trunk providers are the same and these details are important to what provider you want to go with:
How many SIP channels do you need?
Does flat rate pricing or per minute pricing make the most sense for your calling volume?
Do you need international calling?
Do you have a system that supports a SIP hand-off?
Does your PBX have a PRI or analog card?
Do you want a provider that provides the SIP equipment to you on a monthly rental?
Do you have a toll-free number for your business?
SIP TRUNK PROVIDERS
Motion VOIP is a leading resell partner for almost all of the top SIP Trunk providers. Our experts know the details, features, and price points that each vendor has to offer you. When it comes to SIP Trunks let us find the right provider for your small business, hotel, or multiple location business. Our technicians can assist you in identifying what your existing phone system can handle and what equipment you need to be most efficient. Motion VOIP is one of the leading SIP Trunk agents for the hospitality industry with properties throughout the United States.
