IP PBX Equipment Market To Average 34% Growth Through 2007

CEDAR KNOLLS, NJ — IP PBX represents the cutting edge in converged voice and data systems. In 2003 IP PBX line shipments have accelerated, with 75% growth for the year.

"IP PBX forces vendors to rethink their marketing strategies," comments Christine Hartman, Research Director for the independent financial analyst firm, Probe Financial Associates (PFA). "The traditional vendors will see their bases attacked from all sides," Hartman continued.

Data rather than voice needs will shape customer-buying patterns. "The complexity of combined voice and data opens the door for IT outsourcing companies in the form of managed service offerings," Hartman continued. "IP PBX equipment vendors will seek partners with strength in providing service to enterprises." RBOCs will counter by provisioning their own networks to offer managed services.

PFA's new report, "IP PBX Growth Surges," examines the market for IP PBX services, and the financial performance of major systems vendors. The report also discusses the strategic plans of 11 different IP PBX equipment vendors.
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Karen Verrinder
Tel. 973.734 0109
E-mail:kverrind@probegrp.com


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