Audio Conferencing for Microsoft Teams

What is Audio Conferencing for Microsoft Teams?

Microsoft Teams Audio Conferencing Service is here to revolutionize the way you connect with your team and customers. Now available with Fusion Connect’s Operator Connect Conferencing capabilities.

Audio Conferencing for Microsoft Teams allows you, your team, or any selected contact outside your organization, to join meetings from a phone.

With a dial-in number that spans hundreds of cities globally, participants can join your meetings from almost anywhere. If internet connectivity is limited or the Teams application isn't available - connecting remains easy.

Your business can use phone numbers directly from Fusion Connect to join Microsoft Teams meetings. Without Operator Connect Conferencing capabilities, organizations are limited to phone numbers provided by Microsoft for their audio conferencing bridge.

When to Use Audio Conferencing for Microsoft Teams

Internet connectivity is limited
A meeting is audio only
The person tried to join a Teams meeting and it failed
The call quality is better when dialing in
People can join a meeting "hands-free" using Bluetooth devices
People might find it's easier and more convenient for their situation
The person calling does not have Microsoft Teams

Additional Benefits of Audio Conferencing for Microsoft Teams

It’s simple and easy-to-use. Microsoft Teams administrators only need to set up Audio Conferencing for people who plan to schedule or lead meetings.

Meeting attendees don't need licenses or additional setup. After attendees have joined the meeting, they can dial out and invite other callers into the Microsoft Teams meeting.

Fusion Connect provides Audio Conferencing numbers for Microsoft Teams through the Operator Connect Conferencing program. The benefits include:

Lower cost than Microsoft
More country coverage than Microsoft
Post paid / no communications credits

How Does Audio Conferencing for Microsoft Teams Work?

When you set up Audio Conferencing for Teams, you gain access to an audio conferencing bridge, which includes a range of phone numbers. These numbers will be included in your meeting invites. Customize your conferencing bridge settings, change phone numbers, and personalize the meeting experience according to your preferences.

When participants dial in using a phone, Microsoft’s state-of-the-art conferencing bridge takes over, greeting them with voice prompts from an auto attendant. With customizable settings, you can even request callers to record their names, enhancing the professionalism of your meetings. Meeting organizers can start meetings using PINs if they're unable to join via the Teams app.

The best part: setting up Audio Conferencing is a breeze!
Microsoft Teams administrators only need to configure it for meeting organizers. Meeting attendees can easily dial in without any licenses or additional setup. Once you're in the meeting, you have the power to invite other callers.