14 DAY TRIAL // Business and government customers will now be able to more effectively identify and manage security risks associated with voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) by using Verizon Business' newly enhanced VoIP Security Assessment Service.
The professional service offering - supported by a Verizon Business team of nearly 300 expert security professionals - addresses the growing concern over VoIP security at a time when more and more companies are deploying Internet-protocol telephony to anticipate future communications requirements, to improve employee productivity and to enable employee-mobility programs.
"Security is the No.1 concern customers express about VoIP," said Nancy Gofus, vice president of product management, Verizon Business. "Addressing this issue helps ensure that customers will be able to depend on their next-generation VoIP networks for the high-quality performance and high-level availability they expect, and help increase efficiency and productivity."
According to market intelligence and advisory services firm IDC,the demand for premises- and network-based VoIP services is expected to experience significant growth over the next five years, with revenue increasing from $2.9 billion to $6.9 billion. This growth, coupled with a corresponding increase in application-driven business processes and network complexity, will drive security awareness and requirements.
"The VoIP security assessment service launched by Verizon Business offers a comprehensive approach to identify, assess and mitigate potential threats to VoIP systems," said William Stofega, research manager for VoIP services, IDC. "Despite the growing interest in VoIP, security remains a primary customer concern. This type of security assessment service, with its focus on equipment, policies and network architecture, can be highly beneficial in helping to safeguard next-generation VoIP networks."