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It’s a snap with Snom SRAPS Configuring and maintaining a vast array of IP end devices has historically been a daunting and costly endeavour. Snom’s SRAPS, introduced in 2019, provides an automated provisioning service. Unlike traditional redirection servers, SRAPS allows for remote installation and management of IP phones. UC Advanced caught up with Mark Wiegleb, Head of Customer Success at Snom to find out more.
In contrast to a redirection server, which can only forward configuration requests, Snom’s SRAPS offers a hosted provisioning service. It enables automated installation and management of IP phones, even if it is accessed remotely. Around 95% of all installed Snom phones are now commissioned via SRAPS. “Drop-shipment models are based on systems such as SRAPS,” Wiegleb explains. “Service providers would not be able to offer and scale their services in the same way if service staff had to install the phones on site and configure them individually.” Snom has been working on optimising and developing the platform since its launch, investing heavily to ensure it is secure. Snom focused on creating a modern, secure and complete REST API for the provisioning service, which enables service providers to seamlessly integrate the platform into their systems and processes. Companies can now customise their IP end devices with individual settings even before they receive provisioning data from the PBX. Whether they are carrying out firmware updates, customising user interfaces or automatically importing client certificates or XML telephone directories, the platform’s uses are many and varied. To further protect user accounts and prevent unauthorised access, the platform also has multi-factor authentication.
Thanks to these features, SRAPS has massively increased the popularity of IP end devices over the last five years, especially in larger projects. Those using it can rest assured that it is GDPR- compliant and that all data is stored in Germany – which is an important factor for many organisations. “The advantages for providers and service technicians are obvious,” explains Wiegleb. “Automated configuration and provisioning of phones allows technicians to save time and money and focus on more demanding tasks. Many configuration issues can also be resolved remotely via SRAPS, reducing the time and cost of on-site visits and increasing customer satisfaction.“
Mark Wiegleb Head of Customer Success
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Companies can now customise
their IP end devices with
individual settings
even before they receive provisioning data from the PBX.
Further functions and integrations are planned, but unlike many competitors, the platform is offered to Snom customers free of charge. “This is our concrete contribution to increasing the efficiency and competitiveness of our partners,” Wiegleb concludes.
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