{"id":6010,"date":"2025-06-17T07:49:36","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T07:49:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/?p=6010"},"modified":"2025-09-05T10:37:21","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T10:37:21","slug":"hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/","title":{"rendered":"Hosted vs On-Premise Phone System: Learn the Pros &#038; Cons"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When deciding on your business phone system, you simply can&#8217;t go with what&#8217;s new in the market. You need to choose a solution that supports your team&#8217;s workflow, grows as your business grows, and makes the communication process as simple as possible. As you dig into options, you learn that there are two big players: The traditional on-premise phone system and the modern hosted cloud-based phone system. So what&#8217;s the real difference when it comes to hosted vs on-premise phone systems?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This post will break it down in simple language with some interesting and practical examples. We&#8217;ll also dive into the pros and cons of each type of phone system to help you understand which one is right for your business.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_42 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" area-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-691d4d8a932fe\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#What_is_a_Hosted_Cloud-Based_Phone_System\" title=\"What is a Hosted Cloud-Based Phone System?\">What is a Hosted Cloud-Based Phone System?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#On-Premise_Phone_System_Vs_Cloud_Phone_System_Pros_and_Cons\" title=\"On-Premise Phone System Vs Cloud Phone System: Pros and Cons\">On-Premise Phone System Vs Cloud Phone System: Pros and Cons<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#Pros_of_On-Premise_Phone_Systems\" title=\"Pros of On-Premise Phone Systems\u00a0\">Pros of On-Premise Phone Systems\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#Cons_of_On-Premise_Phone_Systems\" title=\"Cons of On-Premise Phone Systems\u00a0\">Cons of On-Premise Phone Systems\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#Pros_of_Hosted_Phone_Systems\" title=\"Pros of Hosted Phone Systems\">Pros of Hosted Phone Systems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#Cons_of_Cloud_Phone_Systems\" title=\"Cons of Cloud Phone Systems\">Cons of Cloud Phone Systems<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#Hosted_PBX_vs_Onsite_PBX_Which_Solution_is_Right_for_Your_Business\" title=\"Hosted PBX vs Onsite PBX: Which Solution is Right for Your Business?\">Hosted PBX vs Onsite PBX: Which Solution is Right for Your Business?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#When_to_Choose_On-Premise_Phone_Systems\" title=\"When to Choose On-Premise Phone Systems?\">When to Choose On-Premise Phone Systems?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#When_to_Choose_Cloud_Phone_Systems\" title=\"When to Choose Cloud Phone Systems?\">When to Choose Cloud Phone Systems?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#Practical_Tips_to_Choose_the_Right_Provider\" title=\"Practical Tips to Choose the Right Provider\">Practical Tips to Choose the Right Provider<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#1_Dont_Compromise_On_Security_Compliance\" title=\"1. Don&#8217;t Compromise On Security &amp; Compliance\">1. Don&#8217;t Compromise On Security &amp; Compliance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#2_Dont_Go_With_One_Size_Fits_All\" title=\"2. Don&#8217;t Go With One Size Fits All\">2. Don&#8217;t Go With One Size Fits All<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#3_Ensure_Global_Reach\" title=\"3. Ensure Global Reach\u00a0\">3. Ensure Global Reach\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#4_Consider_Support_Services_as_Your_Lifeline\" title=\"4. Consider Support Services as Your Lifeline\u00a0\">4. Consider Support Services as Your Lifeline\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#5_Think_About_Scaling_5_Years_Ahead\" title=\"5. Think About Scaling 5 Years Ahead\">5. Think About Scaling 5 Years Ahead<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#Make_the_Right_Choice_with_REVE_Cloud_Telephony\" title=\"Make the Right Choice with REVE Cloud Telephony\u00a0\">Make the Right Choice with REVE Cloud Telephony\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#Ready_to_Upgrade_Your_Phone_System\" title=\"Ready to Upgrade Your Phone System? \">Ready to Upgrade Your Phone System? <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#Which_phone_system_is_more_cost-effective_Hosted_vs_On-Premise_Phone_System\" title=\"Which phone system is more cost-effective: Hosted vs On-Premise Phone System?\">Which phone system is more cost-effective: Hosted vs On-Premise Phone System?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#Are_there_any_hidden_costs_in_hosted_PBX_solutions\" title=\"Are there any hidden costs in hosted PBX solutions?\">Are there any hidden costs in hosted PBX solutions?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#Are_hosted_phone_systems_secure\" title=\"Are hosted phone systems secure?\">Are hosted phone systems secure?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#What_happens_if_my_internet_goes_down_with_a_hosted_phone_system\" title=\"What happens if my internet goes down with a hosted phone system?\">What happens if my internet goes down with a hosted phone system?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#Which_system_is_easier_to_scale_as_my_business_grows\" title=\"Which system is easier to scale as my business grows?\">Which system is easier to scale as my business grows?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#Can_I_move_from_on-premise_to_hosted_later\" title=\"Can I move from on-premise to hosted later?\">Can I move from on-premise to hosted later?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-vs-on-premise-phone-system\/#Can_I_have_both_on-premise_and_hosted_systems_at_the_same_time_hybrid\" title=\"Can I have both on-premise and hosted systems at the same time (hybrid)?\">Can I have both on-premise and hosted systems at the same time (hybrid)?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_an_On-Premise_Phone_System\"><\/span>What is an On-Premise Phone System?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On-premise phone systems are the phone systems that are housed within a company&#8217;s own facility or physical location. These are also termed as &#8216;in-house&#8217; or &#8216;locally&#8217; installed phone systems, typically residing in a server room or communications closet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6034 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/traditional-phone-system-working-1.jpg\" alt=\"traditional phone system working\" width=\"704\" height=\"431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/traditional-phone-system-working-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/traditional-phone-system-working-1-300x184.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/traditional-phone-system-working-1-768x470.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 704px) 100vw, 704px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This means that all the equipment of the phone system, including servers, switches, and PBX boxes, resides on-site and is managed and maintained by the business itself. For example, let&#8217;s say you are a small IT company having an office in a single building. You have invested in a PBX system that resides within the office, and you have a 2-person IT team that takes care of the system. Here, you or the company has complete control over the system, which also means that you are solely responsible for all the maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting. If you&#8217;re unsure about the technical distinctions between different types of private branch exchanges, it&#8217;s helpful to understand the comparison between <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/pabx-vs-pbx\/\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1152\"><strong data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1148\">PBX vs PABX<\/strong><\/a>, as this can guide your decision based on automation level, hardware requirements, and scalability.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Hosted_Cloud-Based_Phone_System\"><\/span>What is a Hosted Cloud-Based Phone System?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hosted phone systems are in total contrast to on-premise systems. Instead of managing the installation of the hardware equipment and managing it all within the office premises, the business or company simply subscribes to a phone service hosted over the internet. So, who installs and manages the phone system&#8217;s physical hardware?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6035 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/hosted-phone-system-working.jpg\" alt=\"hosted phone system working\" width=\"700\" height=\"557\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/hosted-phone-system-working.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/hosted-phone-system-working-300x239.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/hosted-phone-system-working-768x612.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s how these systems work behind the scenes: The physical hardware, including servers, switches, PBX, and networking equipment, is owned, installed, and managed by the service provider. Usually, they set up the equipment in secure remote data centers spread across multiple geographical locations. This is done to ensure redundancy and maximum service uptime. Till here, the entire process is more like that of a traditional on-premise system; however, these PBX software systems are virtualized, i.e., they are accessible via the internet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a customer, you connect to the service using your existing or new internet connection and enjoy calls and other phone services using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/what-is-voip-and-how-does-it-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VoIP<\/a>. You may use the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/cloud-telephony-platforms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hosted cloud phone service<\/a> using the following:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SIP-enabled desk phones<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Softphones (apps on your laptop or mobile)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Web-based dashboards<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s a practical example of how hosted cloud telephony systems work:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suppose an employee from your office dials a phone number from their laptop. The call request is sent to the service provider&#8217;s cloud server, which handles call routing and directs it to the appropriate destination. The server itself bridges the call without needing any on-site OBX.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In short, service providers hosting cloud phone systems are responsible for:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitoring the performance of the server and service uptime\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure proper implementation and running of security protocols and firewalls\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Timely performing the software updates and security patches\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Backing up the call logs and configurations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scaling server resources as needed<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the biggest perks of switching to a cloud-based <a href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/cloud-contact-center\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact center<\/a>? Businesses using cloud-based contact centers have reported a 15% reduction in IT personnel costs. And that&#8217;s not all, switching to cloud also offers improvement in terms of security, as evident from the below statistic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6038 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/benefit-of-cloud-in-security.jpg\" alt=\"benefit of cloud in security\" width=\"703\" height=\"412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/benefit-of-cloud-in-security.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/benefit-of-cloud-in-security-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/benefit-of-cloud-in-security-768x450.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 703px) 100vw, 703px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With this, we conclude that businesses or companies get the benefit of enjoying a full-featured phone system service without doing the heavy lifting at all. We\u2019ll discuss more about the benefits later in this post.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"On-Premise_Phone_System_Vs_Cloud_Phone_System_Pros_and_Cons\"><\/span>On-Premise Phone System Vs Cloud Phone System: Pros and Cons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Choosing between hosted vs on-premise phone systems can make or break your business communication. That&#8217;s why it is important to learn the pros and cons of each and make the right decision. Let&#8217;s break them down:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros_of_On-Premise_Phone_Systems\"><\/span>Pros of On-Premise Phone Systems\u00a0<b><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>You Get Full Control Over Infrastructure\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6036 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/an-IT-admin-managin-server-rack.jpg\" alt=\"an IT admin managin server rack\" width=\"704\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/an-IT-admin-managin-server-rack.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/an-IT-admin-managin-server-rack-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/an-IT-admin-managin-server-rack-768x472.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 704px) 100vw, 704px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since you or the business physically owns and operates all the hardware, you are the boss. It is you who decides the configuration, maintenance, and upgradation of the phone system. Many companies that follow tight security guidelines or compliance regulations can benefit from on-premise setups.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>You Only Need to Invest Once\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Except for the maintenance and occasional upgrades, you only need to pay once for the hardware. Though the initial cost is high, it saves you from recurring service costs. Well-established firms that can easily afford a high upfront investment can opt for hosted phone systems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Your System is More Reliable\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because on-premise phone systems are installed and managed locally, the calls stay inside your company&#8217;s network, which is why they work even during internet outages.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons_of_On-Premise_Phone_Systems\"><\/span>Cons of On-Premise Phone Systems<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>You Have to Bear a Huge Upfront Cost<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Setting up a phone system within your business facility means you&#8217;ll need to purchase servers, PBX units, handsets, cabling, and also hire IT staff for its management. This demands a huge investment, and if you ask how much? It may run into thousands or tens of thousands.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>There\u2019s a Maintenance Burden As Well<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since you are solely responsible for the system&#8217;s services, any time something slows down or crashes, it is you who needs to stay on top of things.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>You Get Only Limited Flexibility\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another downside of on-site phone systems is that you can scale up only up to a certain level because you&#8217;ll need to buy more hardware. Even moving your office or switching to remote work is not easy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros_of_Hosted_Phone_Systems\"><\/span>Pros of Hosted Phone Systems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6038 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/benefit-of-cloud-in-security.jpg\" alt=\"benefit of cloud in security\" width=\"710\" height=\"416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/benefit-of-cloud-in-security.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/benefit-of-cloud-in-security-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/benefit-of-cloud-in-security-768x450.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 710px) 100vw, 710px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>You Only Pay a Monthly Subscription Cost\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloud phone systems offer the biggest benefit to companies with low upfront costs. It is because you don&#8217;t need to invest in hardware equipment and the physical space, as the provider handles the infrastructure. Studies show that cloud solutions can slash communication startup costs by as much as 90%. That means you can invest more in marketing, hiring, or product development.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>You Can Easily Scale Up and Down\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In contrast to on-site systems, hosted phone services allow you to add or remove users in just a few clicks. This means you get the ability to grow and shrink your phone system effortlessly as your business changes. Companies can easily adapt to seasonal changes or demands right from their phone systems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Supports Remote Work\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is needless to mention that the hybrid and remote work culture is a huge trend. Cloud-based phone systems enable employees and teams to work from the location of their choice &#8211; their home, from the airport, sitting in a caf\u00e9, or even at the beach. The only mandate is the availability of a stable internet connection. A joint <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/pulse\/impact-remote-work-technology-professional-services-cristian-diaz-pncqf#:~:text=Joint%20analyses%20by%20Harvard%20and,savings%20would%20be%20even%20greater.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">study<\/a> by Harvard and Stanford found that hybrid workplaces save companies up to $11,000 annually per employee, thanks to reduced real estate, utilities, and support costs. Hosted phone systems align perfectly with that trend, enabling mobility while cutting overhead.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>No System Workload Upon You\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it is about installing updates, patches, or new features on the phone system, it is the service provider&#8217;s responsibility to keep things up-to-date. So there&#8217;s no extra work for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons_of_Cloud_Phone_Systems\"><\/span>Cons of Cloud Phone Systems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Dependency on the Internet\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the case of hosted cloud telephony, the working of the system is entirely dependent upon the quality of the internet connection. This means if your internet goes down, then your phone system also goes down. However, backup options like mobile apps or failover routing may be helpful in such scenarios.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Long-Term Financial Commitment\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To use a cloud phone system service, you&#8217;ll need to pay a monthly fee, which may add up over time. However, this recurring cost is still less than the up-front costs of on-premise phone systems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Lesser Control over the Infrastructure\u00a0<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your cloud phone system is managed by your service provider, which means you rely on your provider to manage the service. If their server has issues or the data center has an outage, then it affects your phone service, even though your internet is working fine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From all the pros and cons we just learned, it is clear that both on-premise and hosted phone systems can be powerful. It all depends on how your business operates and what you need from your communication tools. The next section provides a detailed examination of this topic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hosted_PBX_vs_Onsite_PBX_Which_Solution_is_Right_for_Your_Business\"><\/span>Hosted PBX vs Onsite PBX: Which Solution is Right for Your Business?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Businesses can&#8217;t rely on fancy tools &#8211; they need systems that are operationally and strategically sound. So if you are choosing between on-premise and hosted phone systems, keep in mind the following points:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Choose_On-Premise_Phone_Systems\"><\/span>When to Choose On-Premise Phone Systems?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Your Business Operates From a Fixed Location\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This one is quite obvious because on-premise systems need hardware equipment installation that cannot be moved easily. So, if you are having a stable, centralized office, then opting for on-premise phone systems makes sense.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>You Need Complete Control Over Security and Hardware\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several industries mandate businesses to maintain strict control over data due to legal or compliance issues. By having an on-premise phone system, you can ensure that all your data stays within your business&#8217;s physical premises.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, a healthcare firm that handles sensitive patient data opts for on-premise systems to meet regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, FINRA, etc. By doing so, the firm ensures that call recordings and logs don&#8217;t go through third-party servers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>You Have A Proficient IT Team\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On-premise phone systems require skilled and experienced IT personnel who can maintain servers, handle downtime, and upgrade software. So if you have access to such resources, then on-premise systems are a great choice for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So if you meet any or most of these points, then you can really think of going with the on-site phone systems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Choose_Cloud_Phone_Systems\"><\/span>When to Choose Cloud Phone Systems?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, let&#8217;s move ahead and discuss the considerations to be made if you are thinking of opting for cloud phone systems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Your Business follows a Hybrid or Remote Work Culture\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like most businesses, if you are also following the flexible work culture, then a cloud phone system can be a great support. This is because you have teams that are spread across multiple cities or locations, and a cloud phone system allows them to use mobile apps or softphones from their internet-enabled devices. They can easily stay connected via video meetings, voice calls, and instant messages, just from anywhere.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>You Want to Scale Fast Without Making a Heavy Investment\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hosted phone systems follow a pay-as-you-go model. This means there&#8217;s no need to buy hardware or lease expensive equipment. So when it is about adding new users, you can do that quickly and without spending much.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, an e-commerce company hires 20 new customer support agents. With a cloud phone system, the company doesn&#8217;t need to buy expensive hardware; rather, they get everyone on softphones in under a day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>You Prefer Third-Party Management\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloud phone systems provide you with the benefit of leaving everything from maintenance and bug fixes to rolling out new features to your service provider. So if you want fewer headaches, then choose the cloud.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When comparing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/cloud-telephony\/hosted-voip\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hosted<\/a> vs on-premise phone systems, don&#8217;t ask &#8220;Which phone system has the most features?&#8221; Rather, ask &#8220;Which one fits better into our workflow?&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Tips_to_Choose_the_Right_Provider\"><\/span>Practical Tips to Choose the Right Provider<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6037 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/checklist.jpg\" alt=\"checklist\" width=\"701\" height=\"388\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/checklist.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/checklist-300x166.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/checklist-768x425.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 701px) 100vw, 701px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you have decided on the technology you want for your business communication, choosing the right provider, whether for a hosted or on-premise setup, is equally important. Remember that the wrong provider can turn even the best technology into a daily hassle for your business.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We bring together some of the most practical tips to help you make the smartest choice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Dont_Compromise_On_Security_Compliance\"><\/span>1. Don&#8217;t Compromise On Security &amp; Compliance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6018 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/importance-of-security.jpg\" alt=\"importance of security\" width=\"706\" height=\"441\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/importance-of-security.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/importance-of-security-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/importance-of-security-768x480.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 706px) 100vw, 706px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take this one as a non-negotiable. If you are a business that handles sensitive data such as confidential client communications, then make sure your provider meets the required security standards. You may look for industry certifications such as GDPR if you are operating in the EU region, HIPAA if you are in healthcare in the US, ISO 27001, and others. Make sure your provider guarantees encrypted call data, secure storage, and access controls. Also, don&#8217;t forget about audit logs for compliance tracking.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Dont_Go_With_One_Size_Fits_All\"><\/span>2. Don&#8217;t Go With One Size Fits All<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your business is unique. This means that you&#8217;ll need a phone system that can blend with your business workflow rather than forcing you to change the way you work, right? Therefore, look for a provider who offers customization options in terms of IVR menus, call routing rules, features, etc. Moreover, a white-label phone system option would help you set the system just the way you want it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Ensure_Global_Reach\"><\/span>3. Ensure Global Reach<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is especially important in case you are choosing a cloud phone system service. If you are a business that operates internationally, then look for a provider that supports local phone numbers in multiple countries, global call routing, and multilingual IVR.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Consider_Support_Services_as_Your_Lifeline\"><\/span>4. Consider Support Services as Your Lifeline<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if your phone service offers the best features, don&#8217;t forget that what makes it great is the quality of support it offers. Evaluate several aspects of customer support service, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does the provider offer round-the-clock (24\/7) support?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is it just ticket-based with 24-48 hour replies?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Or is there live human support?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do they offer a dedicated account manager?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is training and onboarding support available?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Think_About_Scaling_5_Years_Ahead\"><\/span>5. Think About Scaling 5 Years Ahead<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6017 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/scalability-benefits.jpg\" alt=\"scalability benefits\" width=\"701\" height=\"459\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/scalability-benefits.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/scalability-benefits-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/scalability-benefits-768x503.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 701px) 100vw, 701px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t buy your business phone system just for now. Rather, think about where you will be 5 or 7 years down the line. Maybe you will add more branches, launch your service overseas, or grow a remote workforce. A provider that lets you scale easily and without breaking the bank should be your choice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_the_Right_Choice_with_REVE_Cloud_Telephony\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make the Right Choice with REVE Cloud Telephony\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you prefer the flexibility of the cloud or the control of an on-premise setup, REVE Telephony offers the best of both worlds. Powered with advanced AI and enterprise-grade infrastructure, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/products\/contact-center-solution\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">REVE&#8217;s telephony system<\/a> supports on-premise deployment or cloud-based access, depending on what you need.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5952 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/REVE-cloud-Telephony-Logo-1.jpg\" alt=\"REVE cloud Telephony Logo\" width=\"604\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/REVE-cloud-Telephony-Logo-1.jpg 604w, https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/REVE-cloud-Telephony-Logo-1-300x198.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 604px) 100vw, 604px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our Cloud PABX and Contact Center solution is tailored for medium to large enterprises and call centers. With REVE, you get a fully customizable, carrier-grade telephony system that stands out in several ways, including:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dual Deployment Options\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">White-Label Ready\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AI-Powered Communication\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omnichannel Engagement\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mobility &amp; Multi-Device Support\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Centralized Management\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enterprise-Grade Security &amp; Reliability<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ready_to_Upgrade_Your_Phone_System\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to Upgrade Your Phone System? <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.revesoft.com\/demo-request\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book a free demo<\/a> to discover how REVE meets the demands of your dynamic business environment and powers your communication.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_phone_system_is_more_cost-effective_Hosted_vs_On-Premise_Phone_System\"><\/span>Which phone system is more cost-effective: Hosted vs On-Premise Phone System?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In case of hosted phone systems, there&#8217;s no big upfront investment in hardware and dedicated IT staff. You only pay a monthly subscription fee, and the provider manages everything. So these systems are more cost-effective than on-premise systems that require a huge initial investment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_there_any_hidden_costs_in_hosted_PBX_solutions\"><\/span>Are there any hidden costs in hosted PBX solutions?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A reliable hosted phone provider will keep the pricing transparent. However, it is always a wise move to look for additional fees for extra features, international call rates, charges for exceeding usage limits, and custom integrations<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_hosted_phone_systems_secure\"><\/span>Are hosted phone systems secure?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, hosted phone systems are quite secure if you are opting for a reliable service provider. A reputable service offers end-to-end encryption, firewall protection, data redundancy and backup, and compliance with standard regulations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_my_internet_goes_down_with_a_hosted_phone_system\"><\/span>What happens if my internet goes down with a hosted phone system?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your internet goes down, you may temporarily experience downtime with your phone system. Having a redundant internet connection or mobile backup is a smart strategy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_system_is_easier_to_scale_as_my_business_grows\"><\/span>Which system is easier to scale as my business grows?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hosted phone systems are an absolute choice when it comes to scaling up or down.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_move_from_on-premise_to_hosted_later\"><\/span>Can I move from on-premise to hosted later?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, several companies that started with on-premise systems made the transition to hosted phone systems. A good hosted phone service provider can assist with this transition, making the process smooth and disruption-free.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_have_both_on-premise_and_hosted_systems_at_the_same_time_hybrid\"><\/span>Can I have both on-premise and hosted systems at the same time (hybrid)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can. 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You need to choose a solution that supports your team&#8217;s workflow, grows as your business grows, and makes the communication process as simple as possible. 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