Coronavirus

Ready, Set,

Remote

A "Social" Enemy

Concern about the spread of the COVID-19 has triggered the largest “work-from-home” mobilization in history. Due to the immediacy of the concerns, we're working tirelessly to support our customers wherever they work.

According to the experts, working from home is the safest option, but it doesn't come without challenges for both the business and employees. We've compiled a list of tools and resources here in hopes of helping our clients make the most of their new remote workplace, while ensuring the technology is easy to use and secure.

Protect Yourself & Others

Technology Plan

Create a remote technology plan that is updated and shared regularly with team members. There are unique technology considerations to be assessed when developing a rapid remote workplace:

VPN access for remote team members
Utilize external technologies to create a robust communication channel
External video conferencing services with the ability to record & document video calls
Assess privacy & data concerns when introducing external technologies that live outside of your company’s security protocol
Utilize Cloud PBX or VOIP phone protocols to access calling features from anywhere
Call Forwarding from traditional phone numbers to remote phone numbers
Create a cloud-based system for shared files & folders
Evaluate your teams remote WiFi access and resolve weaknesses
Ensure data backup for all remote systems and users
Centralize management of antivirus and security solutions to protect remote users

Remote Solutions that Work

As the necessity to work remotely continues to increase, we want to make sure you have the right tools and approach to make this transition as easy and seamless as possible.

As your trusted business technology and cloud solution experts, we want to make sure you’re prepared for this shift – not only with the right tools, but with a better understanding of remote work best practices. Download our info document below and learn why cloud communications are a must-have for remote workers, with benefits that include:

Working on the go
Central hub for organizing information
Improved productivity
Better reliability
Enhanced security

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Free Video Conferencing

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic that is affecting communities and businesses worldwide, we at Excite Tech are committed to decreasing the risk and prioritizing the well-being of our community. To help businesses and organizations that need to support remote workers with effective communications and productivity tools, Excite Tech is now offering our OnlineMeeting video conferencing and webinar solutions at no cost through December 31, 2020.

FREE Online Meeting Pro video conferencing licenses for customers. With Online Meeting Pro, remote workers can hold global online meetings using high-definition video and audio conferencing, screen sharing, call recording, chats, note taking, and more, with no restrictions.

One FREE Online Webinar Pro license per account. Webinar Pro enables companies to hold larger live broadcast events for up to 200 people, such as corporate all-hands meetings, webinars, lectures, religious services, and other virtual events.

Request Free Licenses for Your Business

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Additional Resources

We're working to compile additional resources and tools that you may find helpful while working from home.
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