VTEK Vodavi Technology

Vodavi Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq:VTEK), a provider of traditional and next generation business telecommunications solutions, today announced the availability of the third generation of software for it's Telenium IP communication system for business customers requiring increased mobile communications that network multiple offices, home offices and remote buildings together to create a cohesive communications solution. Enhanced capabilities available on the Telenium IP include a new family of IP desktop telephones and Soft Phone IP Endpoints that improve mobility and deliver voice and video capability on a laptop PC or Personal Digital Assistant (PDA). Along with the new generation of IP Endpoints supported with Generation III software, enhanced calling features, integrated Automatic Call Distribution (ACD) and enhanced system administration features are included. A wireless IP (Wi-Fi(R)) handset that operates via wireless access points will be commercially available during the first half of 2006. Cypress Networks, a data design company located in Greensboro, North Carolina, implemented the Telenium IP system with Generation III software and its full suite of user applications for its remotely dispersed workforce to improve communications and to increase mobility and presence. "All of our employees are in and out of the corporate office so wherever they are, they need to access the centralized system and be available to receive customer calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week," said Nate Boozer, president of Cypress Networks. "With Vodavi's Telenium IP, the total mobility and freedom we've garnered to work across town or across the state while receiving calls as if we are at the office is exactly what we needed." He added, "The cost to upgrade our communication network to IP will be recouped quickly, as we are now able to respond faster to customer inquires and decrease our operating costs without surrendering anything in quality." Extensive Capability to Increase Productivity, Enhance Customer Service and Reduce Costs Available to suit the communication needs of businesses ranging in size from 10 to 250 station users, the Telenium IP is based on distributed architecture that is completely LAN-based with Web-based system administration and maintenance. Relocating phones and handling moves, adds and changes are easy and can be handled by internal support staff. Demands for communicating and competing in an increasingly virtual marketplace require a robust telephone system. Telenium IP boasts an extensive line of IP products and services including: -0- *T -- IP7000 Series Desktop Telephones - includes an 8-button display, 24-button display and 24-button large display telephone with backlit LCD, full duplex speaker, programmable flex buttons, 2nd LAN port, headset jack, optional DSS console and more. -- Mobile IP Endpoints The following products can take advantage of operating in WiFi(R) hot spots such as airports and home networks in addition to the host network: -- Nomad SP - a remote extension of the telephone system that resides on a desktop or laptop PC. A USB headset and broadband connection is all that is required. Nomad SP also integrates with popular contact management systems for enhanced productivity. -- Nomad PDA - links a Windows(R)-based PDA to the host telephone system extension and provides mobility convenience. -- Nomad VP - allow users to videoconference and share PC applications simultaneously. Enables distant associates to collaborate on projects and eliminate travel expenses. -- Nomad IP WiFi(R) Handset - a wireless IP handset that provides mobile wireless access outside the corporate building by utilizing community wireless hotspots and allows employees to more freely move about the building via wireless access points placed throughout a building. -- Discovery Manager - provides ACD call flow management and reporting capability on calling activity that aids in decision making such as staffing requirements. -- PathFinderIP - an optional voice messaging system available to converge voice, fax and electronic message communications into a single e-mail inbox. *T "Businesses continue to elevate their communications platform to IP based solutions because it is becoming harder to say no to the benefits of improved communication among remotely dispersed workforces and to the increased cost savings and business productivity," states Gregory Roeper, Vodavi President and CEO. "To compete in the increasing virtual marketplace, businesses will need mobile solutions to expand their business beyond the confines of the four walls of their corporate headquarters. Flexible communications within and beyond the workplace will be essential." About Telenium IP Telenium IP is an IP solution that brings the traditional phone system application to your LAN. The hardware that drives the Telenium IP looks like network gear because it is network gear. Therefore, a single data network is all that is needed to place phones and PCs side by side. Administration and maintenance is all Web-based making it easy to train internal staff to take care of simple tasks such as relocating phones. Most importantly, the Telenium IP is the technology for companies who are becoming increasingly mobile and need to compete in a virtual marketplace. About Vodavi Vodavi Technology, Inc. is an advanced communications solutions provider delivering innovative business communications solutions that help small to large enterprises increase productivity and reduce costs. Vodavi's full range of communications solutions include traditional telephone systems, Voice-over-IP (VoIP) technology and converged telephony solutions that allow enterprises to deploy traditional digital or VoIP communications simultaneously, providing a flexible and cost-effective migration path to new technology. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. For more information on Vodavi, visit www.vodavi.com. Wi-Fi(R) is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance Windows(R) is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation