Appia Adds Grandstream's IP Voice and Video Solutions to Managed VoIP Services for SMB and Enterprise Customers

BROOKLINE, MA, December 04, 2012

Award-winning managed service provider Appia Communications, Inc., today announced jointly with Grandstream Networks, the leading manufacturer of IP voice/video telephony and IP video surveillance solutions, that certification of Grandstream's IP Voice and Video solutions is complete. Interoperability benefits small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and large enterprises by assuring Appia's IP-based service applications, which increase productivity, improve care and reduce costs, can seamlessly integrate with Grandstream's IP desktop phones, analog telephone adaptors (ATAs), and analog gateways for high quality HD audio and video communications.

"We're delighted to include Grandstream with the providers we support," said Victor von Schlegell, president of Appia. "In addition to being affordable and of high quality, Grandstream products extend the range of choices our customers have to find the devices that best meet their needs."

Appia's managed solutions help customers to realize the many benefits of IP technology for far less than the cost of in-house implementation. It's been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America (Inc., 2007-2011), one of the fastest-growing providers in the technology industry (CRN, 2009-2011), and one of the top worldwide managed service providers (MSPmentor, 2009-2011).

"Appia's success helping customers realize the application-rich, resource saving benefits of a hosted IP environment mirrors Grandstream philosophy that IP-based telephony solutions, including HD voice and visual communications with video conferencing applications, are highly flexible for evolving business needs at an affordable investment," said David Li, CEO of Grandstream Networks. "We're pleased to partner with Appia to add value and provide an enhanced desktop phone user experience for everyone in the organization, from corporate headquarters to remote workers located throughout the world."

Grandstream's GXP Series of Enterprise SIP telephones provides affordability, best-in-class HD audio, a comprehensive set of advanced call features, multi-language support, security protection, simplified management and automated provisioning with TR-069 or HTTPS, advanced XML customization and more. Over a dozen GXP phone models are available ranging from single line to executive 6-line HD phones with integrated PoE. For cordless applications, the DP715/710 DECT Phones are an affordable choice with VoIP mobility and advanced VoIP security. For users seeking a more sophisticated IP video telephony desktop phone, the GXV3140 and GXV3175 IP Multimedia Phones bring innovation and integration of standard based HD IP telephony with high quality real-time videoconferencing, online rich media infotainment service, social multimedia and business productivity applications. Appia also certified Grandstream's family of Analog Telephone Adaptors and Analog Gateways.

Appia customers looking to purchase Grandstream IP endpoints should contact Dallas, Texas-based ABP Technology - who is also a certified distributor of 3CX. ABP Technology can be reached at sales@abptech.com or 972-831-1600.

About Appia
Appia Communications, Inc. is a leading provider of networking and communication services to small to midsized businesses in the U.S. and Europe. Founded in 2001, Appia's mission is to help customers realize the many benefits of IP technology for far less than the cost of an in-house implementation. Our managed solutions simplify operations and save capital and operating dollars. Customers range in size from one to 60,000 employees and from one to over 200 locations and represent all the major verticals, including construction, education, engineering, entertainment, government, healthcare, legal, manufacturing and nonprofit. For more information, see http://www.appiaservices.com

About Grandstream Networks
Founded in 2002, Grandstream Networks is the leading manufacturer of IP voice/video telephony and video surveillance solutions. Grandstream serves the SMB and consumer markets with innovative products that lower communication costs, increase security protection, and enhance productivity. Our open standard SIP-based products offer broad interoperability in the industry, unrivaled features, flexibility, and price-performance competitiveness. Visit http://www.grandstream.com for more information or connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.