I absolutely LOVE accessories. The right bag, scarf, belt or shoes can make a stunning fashion statement, even if you’re dressed in a t-shirt and jeans!

According to the Harper’s BAZAAR Spring 2012 Accessories Report, the following fashion trends will soon be making the scene:

1. Tribal Patterns: beads, basketweave, horn jewelry

2. Sorbet Colored Handbags: pink, pale blue, soft yellow

3. White Shoes and Handbags: (snooze)

4. Futuristic Details: metallics and edgy designs

5. Floral Themed Shoes and Bags: (flowers for Spring…how original)

6. Statement Earrings: larger and shinier than usual

7. Big Bracelets: chunky and artistic bangles in wood, metal and plastic

8. Eye Catching Shades: comical and unique sunglasses, everything from cat eye to goggles

So there’s your Spring fashion update. But as long as you’re here, did you know you can accessorize your PHONE? That’s right divas and dudes, no phone should be caught on camera or off, without the proper accessories. To prevent that faux pas from happening, here is your (drumroll please)

TELTEK Spring 2012 Accessories Report!!!

What should all the style-conscious phones and phone systems have on hand to be ready to rule the runway? Whether you have Avaya or NEC, Teltek can update your look with the following:

1. Headsets: Are you tired of having a cramp in your neck and all that heavy receiver lifting? If so, we have headsets available in wired and wireless models in over the ear or headband styles (that’s right ladies, I said headband!)

2. Music on Hold: If you really want your phone system to rock, give it some tunes to play! Think about your customers, do they want to wait in silence? Of course not! You can also record a custom message with important facts about your products, company or upcoming events

3. Conference Phones: What’s the best way to plan a trip to fashion week in New York or get the whole glam squad’s opinion on which outfit to wear on your hot date? A conference call! The latest models feature cutting edge technology and clearer communications than ever

4. Call Accounting/Call Recording software: We now offer the Chronicall product from the hot new designer, Xima Software. Very necessary if you have a call center or a sales staff.

5. Door Phones: Let the trendy people in and keep the “ding dongs” out. Doorphones allow you to control who enters your inner sanctum or who is not worthy to cross the threshhold

These are just a few of the fabulous accessories available at Teltek. Click here to see the entire (Spring) Line.

So, there it is Ladies and Gents, your Spring 2012 Accessory Preview, Teltek-style!

Burdened by answering and directing every incoming call, Leftfield’s Office Manager was not able to get any other work done. The production crew, frequently on location and often engaged in conference calls, needed a solution that would work harder for them. Avaya IP Office to the rescue!

The versatility of IP Office allows Leftfield’s employees to get the job done while communications are managed quickly and efficiently. Callers can search by user name or extension to go directly to the person they need to speak to and all employees can see who is on the phone and who is available via one-X portal.

Watch the video to see how this production company has been set free by Avaya IP Office!

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Call Teltek today to find out how a new phone system can transform the way you do business!

IP OFFICE Mobile Collaboration

For information on release 8.0 of Avaya IP Office or one-X Mobile, call Teltek today!

Cabling:

If Teltek is not awarded the cabling portion of this contract, all existing wires are assumed to be in a good serviceable condition, tested, terminated to RJ45 patch panels and labeled correctly. If for any reason the wires cannot be reused there will be an additional charge for each new wire that must be run to complete the system installation or time spent troubleshooting cabling issues. Locations of phones will be dependent upon jack locations. A copy of floor plans must be provided with all jack locations clearly labeled for the cabling project to commence; changes to the cabling infrastructure (once the prewire is complete) will be billable.

Permits:

It will be the customer’s contractor’s responsibility to notify Teltek’s staff if any permits or special requirements are needed to complete the project. Low voltage cabling permits will require a minimum of a two week lead time from the date the signed proposal and deposit have been received; permits may be expedited for an additional fee. Customer is responsible for all cost associated with permits above and beyond what has been detailed on the proposal above.

Access:

All labor is to be performed within the normal business hours of Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm unless otherwise specified (After hours service is available for an additional charge). There will be a return visit charge for any customer actions that delay the installation. It will be the customer’s responsibility to ensure that Teltek’s technicians have access to all phone rooms (in suite and external) and areas where work is needed. Inability to gain access to these areas will be billable time.

Voice and Data Service:                 

We highly recommend utilizing Teltek’s optional service provider liaison services as the process to effectively coordinate service providers which often requires a high level of understanding of telecommunications and multiple vendors’ roles. If voice and data service is not coordinated via Teltek’s provider services department, it will be the customer’s responsibility for coordinating with service provider to have all incoming lines installed, tested, labeled, and active in their suite at the location where the telecom/datacom equipment is to be mounted. Additionally, if Teltek’s sales people, project managers or techs become engaged with assisting customers, other vendors, and/or service providers (after the optional service has been declined) all assistance (onsite and remote) will be billable at a rate of $150.00 an hour with a 15 minute minimum. If Teltek must extend the D-Marc or make a return visit due to service provider negligence, charges will apply.

Warranty:

A 1-year equipment and labor warranty (90-day for refurbished equipment) will go into effect on the day of the installation. Warranty will not cover changes in programming or claims resulting from software/firmware (excluding 30-day post install grace period for IP Office Systems), service provider failures, or claims resulting from customer negligence, misuse, theft, fire/water damage, abuse and acts of God (including lighting strikes and power surges). For additional warranty and service agreement options please contact your account executive.

Misc.:   

All additions or changes to this proposal (after the time of signing) will be handled through our change order process. Change orders will be billed separately and may require additional deposits. The customer’s IT Manager (or outside IT vendor) will be expected to assist our technicians with IP Office integration into LAN and WAN. A network assessment and additional upgrades to existing network infrastructure may be required for certain VoIP features. Teltek Maintenance customers please reference your agreement as “additions made to system (during service agreement) will increase total cost of [monthly] maintenance cost accordingly.” If Teltek is contracted to relocate a telephone system we will not be responsible for losses in programming or equipment that will not power back up it has been relocated. All sales are final; should a special case return be approved a restocking fee of 20% will be applied and all original parts and packing materials must be returned.  Please allow an adequate amount of time for our staff to schedule and preplan your project (i.e a minimum of 2-weeks for smaller PBX installs, call accounting software and cabling; 45-60 days for new phone/internet service, and a minimum of 30 days for IP based systems). Teltek will bill the customer for any parking fees that are charged while our technicians are on site. Up to 2 hours of project management has been allocated to this agreement (unless otherwise specified above) – additional time required to coordinate your project will be billed at $125/hr.

Payment Terms:

If a cash sale is elected, 50% of the total sale will be due at time of signing to secure an installation date. Progressive billing will continue as follows: the final balance for the cabling portion (if applicable) will be due the day cabling has been completed. 40% will be due the day your equipment arrives on site and the final 10% will be due on the final day of training/project completion (usually within one week of initial install).  If a credit card is the chosen method of payment a 2.9% surcharge will be applied. 

Additionally, we offer several payment options including leasing and financing by Avaya Financial Services, Susquehanna Patriot Leasing Company, and other vendors offering numerous different payment plans and buy out options. If elected, leasing options allow for equipment, cabling, installation, and extended maintenance costs to all be included in one monthly payment. By signing this agreement you are agreeing to pay your account in accordance with Teltek’s payment terms, all collection agency fees, court costs, and reasonable attorney’s fees in case of suite for collection as well as maximum legal interest.

“Hi Chris, I think we need to talk about getting a conference-style phone as we still have speaker quality issues. I remember we briefly talked about this in the past, but can you please remind me what options are available and what the cost would be?”

A Polycom Conference Phone will definitely alleviate speaker quality issues for you as it offers superb quality microphones and speakers. Teltek has two main models, one is hard wired to the wall (power and voice) and costs $599.00, the other one is wireless (both for power and voice) and costs $699.00. Both models come with a display for caller ID, call duration, etc. The wireless model is very nice because you can move it from room to room, up to 150’ from the base station without having to move any cables. In your space, I would feel pretty good that it should work in most, if not all of the offices. One other consideration is that your telephone system needs to have a spare analog station port for the phone to connect into. I believe you do have a spare, but would want to have one of our technicians remote in and check it out for sure.

Finally, the installation and programming will take one hour; you will receive a 25% discount off of the labor because of the gold level maintenance agreement that you have (your cost with travel $158.75 for installation). Please let me know if you are interested in either of the two models above or if you have any questions/concerns. Thank you for your continued patronage of Teltek – we sincerely appreciate your business! Chris Nicoli