snom technology Partners With ScopServ International for Increased Interoperability in Open Source Systems

snom technology AG, a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced voice over IP phones for enterprise and residential markets, announced today the integration and certification of its VoIP phone portfolio with ScopTELTM IP PBX Telephony Server and related applications from the Canada-based ScopServ International Inc.

After rigorous testing and evaluation in both companies’ respective labs, ScopServ’s suite of IP PBX management tools achieved full certification as tested and interoperable with snom’s full line of SIP-based desktop IP phones. The partnership gives the growing worldwide community of snom phone users access to ScopServ’s internationally renowned ScopTELTM IP PBX telephony server.

Becoming a certified snom technology partner gives ScopServ’s customers the ability to use snom’s portfolio of advanced SIP-based desktop phones with ScopServ’s web-based graphic user interface (GUI), including the award-winning snom 870 touchscreen desktop phone.
“ScopServ is a respected member of the telecommunications community and a welcome addition to the snom technology partner program,” said Dr. Michael Knieling, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Sales for snom technology AG. “A core philosophy of snom is to achieve broad interoperability with best of breed technology partners and this new relationship with ScopServ continues the tradition.”

ScopServ’s ScopTELTM IP PBX is a web-based GUI for the configuration and management of Asterisk IP PBXs. A feature-rich interface, ScopTEL TM manages users, extensions and other interfaces, allowing multiple administrators with different levels of access and permission control to provision the system. The end user interface allows phone users to easily set up their own personal and customized calling preferences, including call forwarding, three way calling and find-me-follow-me.

“snom intelligent IP endpoints serve as great complements to our GUI,” said Denis Trépanier, President and CEO of ScopServ. “This combination gives users an interoperable end-to-end telephony system from server to desktop. We see this partnership with snom as a part of our ongoing commitment towards providing our clients with the best technology options available to create great solutions.”

Asterisk is the world’s leading open source telephony engine and tool kit. Offering flexibility unheard of in the world of proprietary communications, Asterisk empowers developers and integrators to create advanced communication solutions.

About ScopServ International Inc.

ScopServ International Inc. is an information technology company that provides global communication solutions and services to small and medium businesses. ScopServ specializes in user interfaces, management systems and appliances for Asterisk IP PBXs, providing cost efficiency, reliability and flexibility to customers across the globe. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, ScopServ International distributes its products through numerous resellers and distributors in more than 30 countries worldwide. For more information, go to www.scopserv.com

About snom

snom technology AG develops and manufactures VoIP telephones and related equipment based on the IETF open standard, SIP (Session Initiation Protocol). Recognized for its high-quality, customizable, and costeffective business solutions, snom is also differentiated by the company’s history in the VoIP industry, and its dedication to high security standards. All of snom’s software exists in the firmware on the phones – making it easier for users to download updates and new features. snom customers benefit from the interoperability and flexibility that the snom telephones offer, including plug and play integration and universal compatibility with any SIP-based telephony platform. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, snom technology AG also has offices in Italy, France and the US. The company distributes its fourth generation SIP phones through its network of more than 200 authorized reseller partners in 60 countries worldwide. For more information on snom, please visit www.snom.com.