Microsoft OCS R2 Saves Millions

In case you missed the launch, Microsoft OCS R2 was launched today but as it was said in the keynote today here in Miami, "in today's economy" them, R2 is a telephone deskset killer. And its about time, shove the "desk dinosaur" out the window. Here's why: PressPass: Has Office Communications Server enabled you to save money? Browne: Just by forgoing handset replacement costs we were able to avoid at least US$5 million in expenses. So far, we have given Office Communications Server voice capabilities to more than 3,000 employees. Already, we're seeing US$240,000 in annualized savings to date. These are substantial cost reductions that are pivotal to our strategy during the current economic climate. We're also cutting down on nonessential travel. But, with people dispersed across the world, it's critical to facilitate effective communication between them. Consequently, we've become power users of Office Live Meeting to maintain rich visual as well as verbal interaction between co-workers. Clark: With the new features in Office Communications Server 2007 R2, we're projecting savings of 20 percent or more on our audio conferencing expenditures, in addition to productivity improvements. When you conduct a million minutes of audio conferencing a day, that's significant. Also, by permitting us to curtail travel, Office Communications Server helps us address our sustainability goal of being a good global citizen and minimizing our carbon footprint - something our customers care deeply about and expect of us. I will talk about new SIP Trunking, need to upgrade to 64-bit and more later but get the trash cans ready for all the dino-phones you will be throwing away. For more http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/features/2009/feb09/02-03OCSR2.mspx