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A Seamless Solution for Integrating Ascom VoWiFi andIP-DECT Handsets with Microsoft Skype for Business via
AudioCodes Gateways

Ascom and AudioCodes have teamed up to offer a joint solution that enables Ascom IP-DECT and VoWiFi infrastructure
to seamlessly integrate with Microsoft Skype for Business via an AudioCodes SIP Phone Support (SPS) enabled gateway.
Ascom Wireless Solutions is a proven market leader offering VoWiFi and IPDECT solutions that are easy to install, easy to use, and easy to maintain. TheAscom VoWiFi and IP-DECT solutions provide tough, purpose-built handsets
ideally suited for demanding working conditions and environments. For further

The Ascom VoWiFi and IP-DECTsolutions provide tough, purposebuilt handsets ideally suited for
demanding working conditions andenvironments.

details visit the Ascom website: https://www.ascom.com/en-us.html
AudioCodes SIP Phone Support (SPS) is a value-added application for AudioCodes Mediant gateways and SBCs, whichenables seamless connectivity of SIP IP phones with Microsoft Skype for Business. By connecting Skype for Business andstandard SIP IP phones, SPS provides investment protection and deployment flexibility for enterprises with an existing
installed base of IP phones. Implementing SPS enables advanced features such as enhanced presence, Active Directory
integration, and traditional PBX features.
By connecting Skype for Business and standard SIP IP phones, SPS provides investment protection and deployment flexibility
for enterprises with an existing installed base of IP phones.

In conjunction with AudioCodes SPS, the Ascom VoWiFi and IP-DECT solutions can conveniently extend Microsoft Skypefor Business-based enterprise communications from computer workstations to mobile handsets.
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Solution Architecture

The joint AudioCodes-Ascom solution
The AudioCodes and Ascom solution is based on the AudioCodes Mediant 1000 or 800 enhanced media gateway
running the SPS software to enable VoWIFi and IP-DECT communications within the Microsoft Skype for Business unifiedcommunications environment.
The integrated solution offers the following features:•••••

Basic Calls
Call Hold
Call Waiting
Call Pickup
Call Park•••••

Caller ID and Caller nameShort extension dialing
Transparency to Base Station Roaming
Simultaneously Ring on Skype for
Business Client and VoWiFi/IP-DECThandset
Directory access••••Speaker phone
Automatic set user Skype for
Business Presence (Busy, in a Call,Online)
SPS Dialer - dial via the PC clientand have the call on the VoWiFi/
IP-DECT handset
Call Transfer

The Ascom handsets can be connected to both the Skype for Business Front End in the data center and to Survivable
Branch Appliances (SBA) in the remote branches.

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Compatible Ascom Devices
Please contact your AudioCodes representative for details of which Ascom models are compatible with theAudioCodes SPS solution.

About Ascom
Ascom is a global solutions provider focused on healthcare ICT and mobile workflow solutions. The vision of Ascom isto close digital information gaps allowing for the best possible decisions – anytime and anywhere. Ascom’s mission is toprovide mission-critical, real-time solutions for highly mobile, ad hoc, and time-sensitive environments..

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