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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Alvaria

    Score7.2 out of 10
    N/AMaintaining contact center compliance with industry regulations and protecting sensitive customer data are mission critical to outbound call center operations. Alvaria's Compliant Outreach suite of solutions, part of the larger Alvaria CX Suite, can help. The solution is based on software from the former Noble Systems, which merged with Aspect Software in 2021 to become Alvaria. Noble Systems' technology forms the basis of the Alvaria compliant outbound call center solution.N/A

    Broadvoice | GoContact

    Score9.2 out of 10
    N/ABroadvoice is a provider of hosted voice, UCaaS, CCaaS, and CX solutions for small and mid-market enterprises and BPOs. Broadvoice solutions offer enterprise-class features to simplify communications and streamline operations.

    $10

    per month per seat

    Pricing
    AlvariaBroadvoice | GoContact
    Editions & Modules
    No answers on this topic
    b-hive Standard Seat - Call Paths
    $7
    per month
    b-hive Metered Seat Cloud PBX
    $10
    per month per user
    b-hive Pro Seat - Call Paths
    $10
    per month
    SIP Trunking - Metered
    $11
    per month per user
    SIP Trunking - Unlimited
    $17
    per month per user
    b-hive Standard Seat Cloud PBX
    $18
    per month per user
    b-hive Pro Seat Cloud PBX
    $23
    per month per user
    Contact Center
    Contact Sales
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    AlvariaBroadvoice | GoContact
    Free Trial
    NoYes
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeOptional
    Additional DetailsPricing Based on 3 Year Terms
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    Community Pulse
    AlvariaBroadvoice | GoContact
    Considered Both Products
    Alvaria, Inc (Aspect Software + Noble Systems)
    No answer on this topic
    Broadvoice
    No answer on this topic
    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    No answers on this topic
    97%
    Would buy again
    308 Answers
    Delivers good value for the price
    No answers on this topic
    99%
    Delivers good value for the price
    290 Answers
    Happy with the feature set
    No answers on this topic
    98%
    Happy with the feature set
    310 Answers
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    No answers on this topic
    97%
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    249 Answers
    Implementation went as expected
    No answers on this topic
    94%
    Implementation went as expected
    267 Answers
    Features
    AlvariaBroadvoice | GoContact
    Contact Center Software
    Comparison of Contact Center Software features of Alvaria and Broadvoice | GoContact
    Feature
    Alvaria
    8.7
    4 Ratings
    5% above category average
    Broadvoice | GoContact
    -
    Ratings
    Agent dashboard7.04 Ratings00 Ratings
    Validate callers9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    Outbound response8.21 Ratings00 Ratings
    Call forwarding9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    Click-to-call (CTC)9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    Warm transfer9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    Predictive dialing9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    Interactive voice response9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    REST APIs9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    Call scripts9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    Call tracking9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    Multichannel integration9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    CRM software integration7.02 Ratings00 Ratings
    Workforce Optimization (WFO)
    Comparison of Workforce Optimization (WFO) features of Alvaria and Broadvoice | GoContact
    Feature
    Alvaria
    8.7
    2 Ratings
    6% above category average
    Broadvoice | GoContact
    -
    Ratings
    Inbound call routing9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    Omnichannel inbound routing9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    Recording9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    Quality management6.02 Ratings00 Ratings
    Call analytics9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    Historical reporting9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    Live reporting9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    Customer surveys9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    Customer interaction analytics9.11 Ratings00 Ratings
    Performance & Compatibility of Online Events Software
    Comparison of Performance & Compatibility of Online Events Software features of Alvaria and Broadvoice | GoContact
    Feature
    Alvaria
    -
    Ratings
    Broadvoice | GoContact
    8.7
    125 Ratings
    5% above category average
    High quality audio00 Ratings8.7124 Ratings
    High quality video00 Ratings8.739 Ratings
    Screen Sharing
    Comparison of Screen Sharing features of Alvaria and Broadvoice | GoContact
    Feature
    Alvaria
    -
    Ratings
    Broadvoice | GoContact
    8.7
    28 Ratings
    8% above category average
    Desktop sharing00 Ratings8.728 Ratings
    Online Meetings / Events
    Comparison of Online Meetings / Events features of Alvaria and Broadvoice | GoContact
    Feature
    Alvaria
    -
    Ratings
    Broadvoice | GoContact
    8.9
    29 Ratings
    8% above category average
    Calendar integration00 Ratings8.824 Ratings
    Meeting initiation00 Ratings8.926 Ratings
    Record meetings / events00 Ratings8.921 Ratings
    Online Events Collaboration
    Comparison of Online Events Collaboration features of Alvaria and Broadvoice | GoContact
    Feature
    Alvaria
    -
    Ratings
    Broadvoice | GoContact
    8.7
    23 Ratings
    8% above category average
    Live chat00 Ratings8.723 Ratings
    Online Events Security
    Comparison of Online Events Security features of Alvaria and Broadvoice | GoContact
    Feature
    Alvaria
    -
    Ratings
    Broadvoice | GoContact
    8.7
    46 Ratings
    13% above category average
    User authentication00 Ratings8.740 Ratings
    Participant roles & permissions00 Ratings8.745 Ratings
    Cloud PBX
    Comparison of Cloud PBX features of Alvaria and Broadvoice | GoContact
    Feature
    Alvaria
    -
    Ratings
    Broadvoice | GoContact
    8.5
    137 Ratings
    2% above category average
    Hosted PBX00 Ratings8.685 Ratings
    Multi-level Interactive Voice Response (IVR)00 Ratings8.462 Ratings
    Directory of employee names00 Ratings8.5117 Ratings
    Call Management
    Comparison of Call Management features of Alvaria and Broadvoice | GoContact
    Feature
    Alvaria
    -
    Ratings
    Broadvoice | GoContact
    8.5
    166 Ratings
    1% above category average
    Answering rules00 Ratings8.7144 Ratings
    Call recording00 Ratings8.9109 Ratings
    Call park00 Ratings8.7136 Ratings
    Call screening00 Ratings8.7117 Ratings
    Message alerts00 Ratings8.5132 Ratings
    Business SMS/External Messaging00 Ratings8.065 Ratings
    Online Fax00 Ratings8.178 Ratings
    Voicemail Transcription00 Ratings8.794 Ratings
    Mobile apps
    Comparison of Mobile apps features of Alvaria and Broadvoice | GoContact
    Feature
    Alvaria
    -
    Ratings
    Broadvoice | GoContact
    8.5
    117 Ratings
    1% above category average
    Mobile app for iOS00 Ratings8.4106 Ratings
    Mobile app for Android00 Ratings8.665 Ratings
    Unified Communications Platform and Collaboration
    Comparison of Unified Communications Platform and Collaboration features of Alvaria and Broadvoice | GoContact
    Feature
    Alvaria
    -
    Ratings
    Broadvoice | GoContact
    8.7
    63 Ratings
    8% above category average
    Centralized communications management00 Ratings8.754 Ratings
    Team messaging00 Ratings8.836 Ratings
    Team document sharing00 Ratings8.923 Ratings
    Call and meeting analytics00 Ratings8.437 Ratings
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    AlvariaBroadvoice | GoContact
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    Score7.9 out of 10
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    Score6.3 out of 10
    Enterprises
    Bright Pattern Contact Center
    Score9.1 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    AlvariaBroadvoice | GoContact
    Likelihood to Recommend
    7.0
    (5 ratings)
    9.1
    (313 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.1
    (21 ratings)
    Usability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.4
    (70 ratings)
    Availability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.8
    (2 ratings)
    Performance
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.6
    (2 ratings)
    Support Rating
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    8.6
    (19 ratings)
    In-Person Training
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.4
    (3 ratings)
    Online Training
    -
    (0 ratings)
    8.2
    (2 ratings)
    Implementation Rating
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.1
    (9 ratings)
    Configurability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    7.0
    (2 ratings)
    Contract Terms and Pricing Model
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (1 ratings)
    Product Scalability
    -
    (0 ratings)
    5.5
    (2 ratings)
    Vendor post-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (3 ratings)
    Vendor pre-sale
    -
    (0 ratings)
    9.1
    (3 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    AlvariaBroadvoice | GoContact
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Alvaria, Inc (Aspect Software + Noble Systems)
    Alvaria is well suited for implementing and tracking schedules for employees where strict schedules and timely staffing is important (Call center, retail, etc). Positions that are directly customer-facing are benefitted from an accurate and consistent schedule tracking as there is an hourly workflow to handle. It is less likely to help for positions that have flexible schedules - such as creator work.
    Incentivized
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    Broadvoice
    I think it depends on the services you enroll in. Broadvoice could be used for basic business perfectly, but allowing for tracking calls and recordings makes it great for businesses where legalities come into play. Were I to leave the firm I am with, I would hope to either utilize a service that offers everything Broadvoice does, or just continue with Broadvoice itself.
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    Pros
    Alvaria, Inc (Aspect Software + Noble Systems)
    • Noble uses the same code for either Premise or Cloud, making the decision for us to go 100% Cloud simple. Our industry, like so many others, is looking to migrate to Cloud wherever possible. Deployments in a Cloud environment are much faster, from adding Agent Licenses to implementing additional products in the Noble suite. Noble monitors all servers, and adjusts as necessary, automatically, with courtesy communication to end-user as to what action was taken to prevent any production impacting event.
    • Noble's Enterprise Support is WORLD CLASS, providing 24/7 support. First call resolution is superb, with a "No Hassle" escalation process, all the way to CEO, if necessary. Dedicated Account Management with a tenured group of Level II technicians, assures quick resolution. Enterprise Support comes weekly/bi-weekly meetings to discuss open tickets and opportunities to upgrade to new versions of the product.
    • Customer inspired Road Maps to ensure needs and requirements are met, in a timely manner. Enhancements and product adds are often as a result of customer requests. Noble will tackle one-off requirements for a fee, too.
    • Noble Product Suite is extremely robust, resulting in minimal-to-zero additional vendor requirements, stacking on top of the product. Our IT requirement has been review and consolidates vendors where possible, and bringing Noble into the organization did just that. From Quality Assurance and Compliance to Multi-Session opportunity, Noble reduced the need to engage multiple vendors.
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    Broadvoice
    • Broadvoice is quick to furnish the phone numbers before we even have the store built.
    • Broadvoice gives us temporary numbers until the port occurs.
    • Broadvoice monitors our accounts so we Dont have to.
    • Most times we get the replacement phones within 1-2 work days.
    • Broadvoice is very easy to work with.
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    Cons
    Alvaria, Inc (Aspect Software + Noble Systems)
    • The system is a little confusing to use because of the segments and packages.
    • The system seems a little outdated compared to workday and is less easy to use.
    • The system doesn't tell you what went wrong in a way that is easy to translate when time off is rejected.
    Incentivized
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    Broadvoice
    • The terminology used in the self-service drop-down options for outbound greetings is akin to reading a foreign language; it's hard to tell which drop-down option will yield the appropriate results for the appropriate time periods (during or after hours). I'm also still not sure whether I should set all outbound messages using my b-hive account, or if it will work if I do that from my phone handset.
    • The TCR brand registration process is difficult. I followed the instructions to register my brand, and after months of checking to see if it was verified, I was told I needed to provide a 147C letter, which certifies my EIN number. I am a sole proprietor, with no employees, so I am not required to have an EIN. If I file taxes using my SSN, I would think a W9 would suffice. This has held up my ability to use the texting platform. It would have been good to know upfront that an EIN would be needed in order for the registration verification to process -- like maybe getting an error message of some sort instead of just a "status."
    • Overall, there seems to be way too many sub-sections within the b-hive screens. To go back from the call log to what I view as the main dashboard, you have to click on "portal," which is okay once you know that it takes you back to the page that has all the tabs for "reports, voicemails, communicator," etc.
    Incentivized
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Alvaria, Inc (Aspect Software + Noble Systems)
    No answers on this topic
    Broadvoice
    Our last phone system was very outdated and we were left not getting calls that we needed nor having a seamless way to change voicemail or to get voicemail if we were out of the office for longer periods of time. Broadvoice has erased these issues and has really made our agency more responsive.
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    Usability
    Alvaria, Inc (Aspect Software + Noble Systems)
    No answers on this topic
    Broadvoice
    Broadvoice has been a great investment so far! Its system allows you to easily handle multiple lines & provides you with many useful, easy-to-use, features. It delivers faxes right to your email inbox, how much easier can it get? Through their app, it enables you to easily determine if the call is business or personal related. And you are able to answer calls no matter where you are
    Incentivized
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    Reliability and Availability
    Alvaria, Inc (Aspect Software + Noble Systems)
    No answers on this topic
    Broadvoice
    AWAYS available to assist when I call. I could not be happier about that!
    Incentivized
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    Performance
    Alvaria, Inc (Aspect Software + Noble Systems)
    No answers on this topic
    Broadvoice
    Any issues are usually overcome fairly quickly. We don't utilize reports offered by the system - we are a small company and the monitoring that would provide is just not something we would utilize.
    Incentivized
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    Support Rating
    Alvaria, Inc (Aspect Software + Noble Systems)
    We utilize Noble's Enterprise Support, offering us 24/7 access. Additionally, with Enterprise Support we engage with Level II Support Technicians and no-hassle escalation. With Enterprise Support, we also have a dedicated Account Manager who conducts weekly/bi-weekly support calls to discuss open tickets and upgrade opportunities. With Enterprise Support, we have the ability to select our window for upgrades, to include weekends.
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    Broadvoice
    Laura H. our Service Coordinator was exceptionally helpful when the inevitable hiccups occurred along the way. She calmly sought out solutions that kept the project moving so that we could meet our move-out/move-in deadlines. Also, their 24/7 Business Support line is staffed with knowledgeable people that answer my questions quickly and accurately.
    Incentivized
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    In-Person Training
    Alvaria, Inc (Aspect Software + Noble Systems)
    No answers on this topic
    Broadvoice
    The in-person was done by phone and was GREAT!
    Incentivized
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    Online Training
    Alvaria, Inc (Aspect Software + Noble Systems)
    No answers on this topic
    Broadvoice
    Overcame obstacles of everyone being in different places. Trainer was excellent (do not remember her name!). Open to all questions no matter how technical. The feedback from my colleagues were they were happy
    Incentivized
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    Implementation Rating
    Alvaria, Inc (Aspect Software + Noble Systems)
    No answers on this topic
    Broadvoice
    It was straightforward to set up. The phone was delivered prior to installation. The script and routing of calls were established prior to installation as well. The on-site technician installed each phone and offered training to anyone who asked. The main setup for hours, calls, and extensions was already set up via online meeting, making the phone install on-site a seamless experience.
    Incentivized
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    Alternatives Considered
    Alvaria, Inc (Aspect Software + Noble Systems)
    Noble offered a lot of functions for the lowest price. The QA component alone was a big selling point, along with the PCI compliance of their remote server locations. CCX was premise-based and was bulletproof. It never went down, its UI never had problems, and we never dropped calls because of it. Verint is a better QA program and has many more bells and whistles, but is very expensive compared to Noble.
    Incentivized
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    Broadvoice
    We've had a few phone vendors over the years and their main item, the phone, usually worked. Now past that, all other features or needs were hardly ever met. With Broadvoice, our experience has been amazing. The call quality, the ease of use on the admin portal and b-hive app, the flexibility of implementing new users. And if something ever seems to stump us, we can quickly reach out to support via email or phone and they are amazingly fast to respond and resolve the issue.
    Incentivized
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    Contract Terms and Pricing Model
    Alvaria, Inc (Aspect Software + Noble Systems)
    No answers on this topic
    Broadvoice
    Answered in previous question
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    Scalability
    Alvaria, Inc (Aspect Software + Noble Systems)
    No answers on this topic
    Broadvoice
    We keep adding phones to each of restaurants every month
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    Return on Investment
    Alvaria, Inc (Aspect Software + Noble Systems)
    • Creates a trackable performance for employees to receive direct feedback on ways to improve.
    • Increases time spent by coordinators by creating an additional system along with the payroll scheduling system.
    • Provides easy dispositioning for employees to switch tasks.
    Incentivized
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    Broadvoice
    • Sadly I can't quite gather any hard numbers since my use of the product don't extend into the admin level where I can see everything. I can say that since installing the phone at my desk though, I've been more reachable by other staff and therefore more present with current happenings in the workplace.
    • It took a while to get a line for my desk, so I can compare the before and after very clearly. Communication is like night and day, and any questions or problems other coworkers had that in the past they may have had to deal with themselves, they can now reliably reach me and have a convenient option to. This has improved the relationships between me and others at the workplace.
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    ScreenShots

    Broadvoice | GoContact Screenshots

    Screenshot of the call routing rules to manage holidays, and off-hours.Screenshot of inbound call routing with automated menus and announcements, like a large business.Screenshot of user accounts can be added, removed, and managed from this interface.Screenshot of a detailed view of call history with detailed call reports.Screenshot of a video conference with up to 50 users with b-hive Communicator.Screenshot of group messaging and file sharing to keep internal teams connected.