Ooma Blog

Sys Admins: A day in the life of an IT professional - blog post image

Sys Admins: A day in the life of an IT professional

August 21, 2025

A day in the life of a system administrator is anything but predictable. From managing servers and backups to troubleshooting user issues and planning future infrastructure, sys admins keep businesses running smoothly while adapting to constant challenges.
10 types of people you meet on a phone call (and how to survive them) - blog post image

10 types of people you meet on a phone call (and how to survive them)

August 15, 2025

Not everyone is skilled in the art of phone conversations. From the oversharer to the monosyllabic mysterious one, here are some tips to help you survive people with challenging communication styles and the conversations that often leave much to be desired.
California’s Small Business Person of the Year made the transition from military service to entrepreneur - blog post image

California’s Small Business Person of the Year made the transition from military service to entrepreneur

August 15, 2025

The U.S. Small Business Administration has recognized Qais Alkurdi’s achievement with his business, HQE Systems of Temecula, California, by naming him Small Business Person of the Year for California. Read how he went from military service to owning his own successful business.
Connecticut’s Small Business Person of the Year built a thriving bakery and café from scratch, and is an Ooma customer - blog post image

Connecticut’s Small Business Person of the Year built a thriving bakery and café from scratch, and is an Ooma customer

August 7, 2025

Michelle Nicholson turned a home sourdough hobby into Flour Girl Bakery & Café, earning the SBA’s Connecticut Small Business Person of the Year award. With Ooma Office, she streamlined operations across three buildings, improved customer service, and found more time to focus on growth.
Why are traditional copper landlines still working? - blog post image

Why are traditional copper landlines still working?

January 2, 2025

Ooma addresses the myth around if and when the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will be decommissioning traditional copper landline phone networks.
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How to set up a simple call center

October 17, 2024

One way to better accommodate your customers is by adding a simple call center. With live agents on the line, you create trust in your brand and improve customer satisfaction. If you’re wondering just how to set up a call center or what makes a successful call center, Ooma has you covered.