@article {135,
	title = {Open Source Telecom},
	journal = {Open Source Business Resource},
	year = {2008},
	month = {04/2008},
	publisher = {Talent First Network},
	type = {Articles},
	address = {Ottawa},
	abstract = {Open source telecom platforms have matured to the point where they are often functionally superior to more traditional products. A case in point is asterisk, an open source PBX (private branch exchange) and telephony engine, which was recently named "best IP PBX" in InfoWorld{\textquoteright}s 2008 Technology of the Year Awards. While industry recognition can be a compelling argument for adoption, it is still difficult to stake one{\textquoteright}s reputation on the implementation of any software in a mission-critical solution without having first built a solid foundation on which to do so.

With the right approach, you can deliver a superior open source solution to your telecom problems, at far less cost than using proprietary offerings. Implementing an open source telecom system is similar to any development project: there are steps you can take to lower risk and ensure a successful result. This article provides a practical approach for technical implementors to build a track-record of success that will help win approval for more challenging business initiatives.},
	issn = {1913-6102},
	url = {http://timreview.ca/article/135},
	author = {Jim Van Meggelen}
}
