Businesses everywhere embrace the benefits of implementing a digital small business phone system.
One advantage of modern communications solutions is utilising virtual phone numbers.
These numbers empower users to make and receive calls from any internet-connected device, allowing businesses to operate more efficiently and flexibly.
In this article, we take a look at what exactly is involved in getting a virtual phone number for your small business. You might be surprised at how simple it is!
What Is a Virtual Phone Number?
A virtual phone number works just like a regular phone number but it lives in the cloud, so it isn’t tied to a landline.
These numbers are configured so that users can make and receive calls on any internet-connected device, including through a softphone on a laptop, a mobile app, or with a VoIP phone.
When you sign up for a VoIP small business phone system, you will be able to assign and manage virtual phone numbers for your team from the system dashboard. Typically, it takes just a few minutes to set up.
There are plenty of benefits of having a virtual phone number, including:
- Cost savings on long-distance calls
- Enabling you to establish a local business presence and expand your business globally
- Flexibility to handle calls from anywhere in the world
- Access to advanced calling features such as call recording and voicemail to email
