GoTo Connect

Avantages

On a mis en place cet outil pour prendre les appels quand on est hors du bureau et ça fonctionne plutôt bien ! C'est la fonctionnalité qu'on a le plus utilisé

Inconvénients

Parfois l'interface peut être un petit peu lente, mais c'est quand même assez rare donc ça reste un outil intuitif de manière globale

Avantages

It is a friendly and easy-to-use application, which allows direct communication with people outside, and above all, it offers multiple forms of communication, from voice messages, text messages, or direct communication with people.

Inconvénients

that in order to access the purchase there is a lot of protocol and one must be contacted by a sales agent instead of being able to call to request the license purchase service.

Alternatives envisagées 

Pourquoi passer à GoTo Connect

Avantages

The ease with which the entire project happened was amazing. The team at GOTO was also superb in everything that they did with us.

Inconvénients

None that I can say because they are amazing.

Alternatives envisagées 

Pourquoi choisir GoTo Connect 

Pourquoi passer à GoTo Connect

Avantages

Having an app on my cell phone so I can answer a customer's call when away from my desk.

Inconvénients

Doesn't facilitate being able to have a live person answer a call when a customer calls a specific extension. ie- When [sensitive content hidden] isn't at his desk and someone calls him I want to pick up his calls.

Avantages

It is a reliable and stable platform for VOIP usage with fairly easy to manage admin system and a reliable and mature desktop VOIP client.

Inconvénients

missing some advanced features of more full featured systems like 8x8 but is less complicated, not as cheap as some other basic voip options

Avantages

Feature rich phone system that provides everything our business needs and more to allow our employees to make and receive calls. The auto attendant has allowed us to free up our document control personals time for more important matters than answering phone calls. Hard phones and soft phones work together seamlessly and offer our employees options on how they would like to receive calls.

Inconvénients

The only negative I've experienced is that the SMS feature of the soft phones is unreliable. I've notice there is only about a 50% chance that any text message sent will be received. Particularly text verification (MFA) services don't seem to be received with the reliability that they would require.

Avantages

This was our first cloud-based phone system, having migrated from on-prem Wave. It's convenient to be able to manage it from anywhere.

Inconvénients

Call quality is often lousy. Rarely does a week go by that my users aren't complaining to me about dropped calls or calls that are cutting out or static-y.

Avantages

It was the best platform prior for webinars in past years.

Inconvénients

The person who signed up for annual auto-renewal left the college and we didn't use the product for two years. GoTo did not send a reminder prior to charging the annual fee, and when we called the company to find out about the charge to the credit card, they could not locate the account. We found an old invoice from 2020 (no emails of receipts or invoices received to the original email in all that time!) and asked for a reversal of the charge, our request was denied.

Avantages

GoTo has made it easy to have our phones set up the way we want them to be. Not only can we edit the lines and extensions ourselves but their customer service team is always helpful if we cant figure it out in house. It also allows us to be remote if needed with their mobile app.

Inconvénients

Non that I can think of

Avantages

It's simple to use, easy to collaborate with others to get them in the meeting.

Inconvénients

I've only used the very basic functions in GoTo Meeting, so I don't have extensive knowledge. So far, no cons.

Avantages

I like the video features it offers. I also think it is very easy to use on both ends.

Inconvénients

Sometimes it's a bit slow to load the program.

Avantages

The ability to utilize the system from anywhere. Great for working remotely. Staff can use their own phones or computers to call or text through the system and it will still show as the company phone number.

Inconvénients

Phone tree is a little complicated for initial set-up. I went through a vendor that assisted with this process which helped.

Avantages

Goto Connect is so simple to use with a good user interface, it like its ability to share screens during meetings and send reminder emails to participants before the meeting starts

Inconvénients

The application needs a strong internet connection for better experience otherwise it disturbs my area due to network

Avantages

All-in-one communication solution: GoToConnect combines voice, video, and chat capabilities in a single platform. This can help to streamline communication and make it easier for users to access all communication channels from one place.Ease of use: GoToConnect is designed to be user-friendly, with an intuitive interface that makes it easy for users to set up and manage their communication channels. This can help to reduce the learning curve and minimize the need for technical expertise.Scalability: GoToConnect can scale up or down as per business needs, making it a suitable solution for small, medium and large organizations. This can help businesses to grow without worrying about outgrowing their communication solution.Integration: GoToConnect integrates with a range of popular business tools, including CRMs, helpdesk systems, and productivity software. This can help to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.Mobility: GoToConnect is accessible from anywhere with an internet connection, making it ideal for remote work or for businesses with employees who are frequently on-the-go.Cost-effective: GoToConnect offers a range of pricing plans to suit different business needs and budgets. The platform also has no hidden fees, allowing businesses to budget for communication costs more effectively.

Inconvénients

Reliance on internet connectivity: GoToConnect is a cloud-based solution, which means that users need a stable internet connection to use it. If the internet connection is unstable or slow, the quality of voice and video calls can suffer.Limited customization: While GoToConnect is highly functional, it may not be as customizable as some other solutions on the market. This could be an issue for businesses with highly specific requirements or for businesses that want to integrate with specialized software.Limited analytics: GoToConnect does not provide in-depth analytics and reporting features. This can make it difficult for businesses to track call quality, user activity, and other key performance metrics.Training and adoption: GoToConnect may require some training for users to fully understand how to use all of its features. This can be a challenge for businesses with employees who are not tech-savvy or resistant to change.High-volume usage: GoToConnect may not be the best fit for businesses that have high-volume communication needs, such as call centers or large customer support teams. The platform may not have the necessary scalability or functionality to handle high-volume usage.

Avantages

I have used this software to access my work phone from a remote location. This is very helpful for working remote, making it so you can call customers from your work number while using your cell phone.

Inconvénients

I haven't used the video conferencing feature as I believe other solutions are more suited for that.

Avantages

First off, GoToConnect is simply a great product. It does what it does well and without issue. We were initially nervous about moving to VOIP out of fear of poor call quality but after a year of use, that has not been a problem.

GTC offers incredible flexibility for product utilization. We can design plans where the phones in certain rooms only ring at certain times. There are options to adjust the length of time before calls are routed to voicemail. You can create messages that play according to when the call is received (before/after hours, lunch, emergency closure). Staff members can even log into the system and work from home.

GTC offers cloud based call recording. We only recently began utilizing that feature (more options than we can even think about) but have found it to be incredibly helpful. If there is ever a problem with a client, we can just review the call and have proof to resolve the dispute.

GTC offers unparalleled customer support. It may well be among the five best customer support experiences I have ever encountered. And these are complicated, in-depth issues that they help us with. But their staff know their business and are able to resolve the issues every time.

Inconvénients

The onboarding process was lengthy, complicated and intense. Switching from a standard wired phone system to a VOIP system is a big switch for any company but especially for one without a real IT department.

GoToConnect offers more features and capabilities than we can even understand or utilize. At times, the sheer number of opportunities can become paralyzing.

The one "feature" we still struggle with is placing a call on hold, answering another call and then switching between the two. On a "old school" system with a hold button and blinking lights for each line, that process was second nature for those of us with a few years of that process. Moving to a VOIP where you don't really have "lines" is still tripping us up.

Avantages

Our Company has been using Jive Voice for 2 years now and everyday we learn something new about the system that has helped to make our customer service more effective. This year we started using Jive's Mobile feature. The mobile feature allows us to never miss a call. With this feature you have total control. you can set for do not disturb, or choose to have instant notifications. The best feature is that when I call back from my cell phone caller ID shows the business number instead of my cell number. I can also send a text message from my phone again not revealing my actual cell number. I no longer need two separate phones.

Inconvénients

The only thing I like least about this software is that I have not had the time to explore all of the wonderful options available to our company. I am sure I could request to have a representative come out and explain more in depth about the system. Jive also has great tutorial videos available.

Avantages

The feature I liked the most is transferring my calls to my cell phone. This way I am not totally connected to my desk.

Inconvénients

The only issue I have with this software is that it is completely reliant on wifi, so if the wifi goes down then the "GoTo Connect system will as well.

Avantages

we used to connect with our IT department to problem solving for remote agents, worked fine

Inconvénients

no practical issues, it easy to connect for not very tech savvy agents

Avantages

The thing I like most about this software is it doesn't malfunction or break! We have been with other VOIP companies and have experienced dropped calls, static, silence, etc as the norm. But not with Jive! I have never had a dropped call or an issue with static. The only time I have ever had to call in to tech support was when I needed help setting something up. My wait time to speak with someone has always been less than 3 minutes, each tech support agent is equally knowledgeable and if I couldn't figure out how to do what they were suggesting, they would log on to my computer and show me how to do it. I love this company!

Inconvénients

There is nothing I dislike about this software. I have never had any issues and Jive makes my life easier as I don't have to deal with phone issues. If the phones are down, it is a major issue for our company.

Avantages

When I have a question, i can call, get through to a tech and get my question answered. They will log on and look at issues with me rather than just wanting to fix it and move on. They take time to make sure I understand what is going on and how to fix an issue. Jive engineers are the most responsive I have ever worked with.

Inconvénients

It seems to be limited to specific programs written by Jive for Jive. Some features that are standard on some are not available on the Jive software. Their engineers are willing to work on solutions or work arounds.

Avantages

This internet phone service allows you to have a landline at a low price and is customizable for your business.

Inconvénients

The connection is not always good and the number that shows up on callers ID when you make an outbound call is different from the number people are calling.

Avantages

The Jive system is a user friendly platform. I really like the fact that we have access to all of our information, without having to contact customer support. I like that we can upload a file for our hold music & can change it whenever we want to. I really like the auto attendant & how easy it is to change things. Once I got familiar with the system, I feel very comfortable updating anything that is needed, but if I can't figure it out, I know I can contact customer service & they are great!

Inconvénients

I think that it took a while to get our phone numbers ported over & at first our temporary numbers weren't "spoofed" so on our caller id, it was some odd telephone number without our company name. There was a few items setting up our system that was kind of frustrating but, once we were connected to the right person, it was an easy process. Most of the issues were more getting things worked out the first few weeks that we had the Jive telephone system. There was a different group of customer service people that we dealt with during that process, I feel that some of those people weren't as knowledgeable as the regular customer service employees. Again, once the few kinks were worked out, we've had no issues. It was more getting hooked up with the right person that could fix the specific issue that we were having.

Avantages

Integration into our dental practice management software. Curved Hero.
Text messaging evolution has gotten better, but need improvement.

Inconvénients

Two things:
1) They are constantly having issues with their text message system. I heard they are thinking of cutting the system altogether. I think that would be a big mistake. Jive just needs to figure it out. We use it all the time to communicate with my patients. If they drop this software, we would probably change providers. I don't want to.
2) customer support emails: they need to summarize the issues in their emails asking if the issue has been resolved. I have many staff members and from time to time they call Jive to help with an issue. I see Jive respond asking if everything is fixed, which is great, but I don't know what is fixed. It would be great, if in the follow up email, Jive would include:
1) a summary of the problem
2) who called it in
3) who is fixing the issue
4) what was done to fix it
5) then ask if everything is good
That type of response would be impressive and I don't think it would take much to make that happen.
3) Extra emphasis on the text option - fix it, DON'T drop it. Thx.

Avantages

Our call center uses GoTo Connect for best service. We rely on the efficiency of the product to help our patients and providers. Seamlessly scheduling patients without being in clinic is very difficult but GoTo Connect helps bridge that gap.

Inconvénients

As a company we would like to be able to tell when patients lines have fallen silent, either from call center rep fault or glitch in computer telephony. These calls do not always drop. It would be a nice feature to alert the crew or have our call board notify us.