StartCloud provides unified business communications for Australian businesses combining voice calling, video meetings, and team messaging in one platform. We deploy and manage solutions from Microsoft Teams, 8x8, RingCentral, and Webex. Includes number porting, handset provisioning, call routing, and ongoing support.

    Business Communications

    Communications That Bring Your Team Together

    Modern businesses need more than just a phone system. We partner with leading providers like 8x8, RingCentral, and Webex to deliver unified communications that work for your team, wherever they are.

    From cloud phone systems and video conferencing to contact centres and AI-powered features, StartCloud helps you communicate better and spend less doing it.

    The Basics

    What Are Unified Communications?

    Unified communications brings calling, messaging, video, and collaboration into a single platform. One app, one experience, every device.

    Unified Communications

    Calling, messaging, and meetings in one platform. Your team stops juggling separate tools and starts communicating seamlessly, wherever they are.

    AI-Powered Features

    Smart transcriptions, meeting summaries, and AI assistants that boost productivity. Modern platforms do more than just connect calls, they help you work smarter.

    Cloud-Based Flexibility

    Work from anywhere with the same tools and phone numbers. No hardware locked to a desk, no PBX in a closet. Just reliable communications from any device.

    Why It Matters

    The Problem with Outdated Comms

    Legacy phone systems and disconnected tools cost you more than you think. Here's what businesses deal with before making the switch.

    Legacy Phone Systems

    Old PBX systems are expensive to maintain, impossible to scale, and don't support remote work. When the hardware fails, finding replacement parts is a challenge on its own.

    Scattered Communication Tools

    When your team uses one app for calls, another for chat, and a third for video meetings, information gets lost. Context switching wastes time and creates frustration.

    Poor Customer Experience

    Without a proper contact centre or call routing, customers bounce between departments, repeat themselves, and wait on hold. First impressions matter, and so does every interaction after.

    Our Approach

    What We Offer

    From basic business calling to full contact centre solutions, we cover every aspect of modern business communications.

    1

    Business Phone Systems

    Professional calling with auto-attendants, call queues, voicemail-to-email, and call recording. Everything a modern business needs from its phone system.

    2

    Video Conferencing

    HD meetings, webinars, and virtual events that just work. Screen sharing, breakout rooms, and recording come standard across all our recommended platforms.

    3

    Team Messaging

    Real-time chat and collaboration integrated with your workflow. Share files, create channels, and keep conversations organised alongside the work that matters.

    4

    Contact Centre

    Customer service platforms with intelligent routing, real-time analytics, and AI-powered assistance. Give your support team the tools to deliver exceptional service.

    5

    Teams Integration

    Native calling and meetings within your existing Microsoft Teams environment. If your team already lives in Teams, we add voice calling without introducing another app.

    6

    API & Integrations

    Connect your communications platform to your CRM, helpdesk, and business applications. Automate workflows and keep your systems in sync.

    Our Partners

    Trusted Vendors

    We partner with industry leaders to deliver best-in-class solutions. Each platform has unique strengths, and we help you choose the right one.

    8x8

    8x8

    AI-enabled unified comms with deep Microsoft Teams integration and contact centre capabilities.

    RingCentral

    RingCentral

    RingEX platform with AI assistants, 24/7 AI receptionist, and RingCX contact centre.

    Cisco Webex

    Cisco Webex

    All-in-one collaboration suite with industry-leading video quality and hardware options.

    Microsoft Teams

    Microsoft Teams

    Native calling and meetings for organisations already invested in Microsoft 365.

    Integrations

    Works With the Tools You Already Use

    Your communications platform should fit into your existing workflow, not the other way around. Our recommended platforms integrate natively with the tools your team relies on every day.

    CRM & Sales

    Your phone system syncs with your CRM so every call is logged, every contact is matched, and your sales team has full context before they even say hello.

    Salesforce
    HubSpot
    Zoho CRM
    Pipedrive
    Microsoft Dynamics 365

    Customer Support

    Helpdesk integrations connect inbound calls directly to your ticketing system, so agents see the full customer history the moment a call connects.

    Zendesk
    Freshdesk
    ServiceNow

    Identity & Security

    Single sign-on and identity management integrations keep your communications platform secure and provisioned in line with your existing access policies.

    Okta
    Auth0
    Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)

    Productivity & Collaboration

    Native integrations with the tools your team already uses every day. Meetings, calendars, and calls work together without switching apps.

    Microsoft 365
    Microsoft Teams
    Google Workspace
    Microsoft Azure
    Salesforce CRM integration
    HubSpot CRM integration
    Zendesk support integration
    Freshdesk helpdesk integration
    ServiceNow integration
    Okta identity integration
    Auth0 identity integration
    Zoho CRM integration
    Pipedrive sales integration
    Microsoft Dynamics 365 integration
    Microsoft Azure integration
    Google Workspace integration
    Microsoft 365 integration
    Microsoft Teams integration
    Salesforce CRM integration
    HubSpot CRM integration
    Zendesk support integration
    Freshdesk helpdesk integration
    ServiceNow integration
    Okta identity integration
    Auth0 identity integration
    Zoho CRM integration
    Pipedrive sales integration
    Microsoft Dynamics 365 integration
    Microsoft Azure integration
    Google Workspace integration
    Microsoft 365 integration
    Microsoft Teams integration
    Measurable Impact

    Communications That Deliver Real Results

    Businesses that modernise their communications with StartCloud see immediate cost savings and happier, more productive teams.

    50%
    Reduction in Comms Costs
    99.99%
    Platform Uptime
    100%
    Remote Work Ready
    Modernise Your Communications
    The StartCloud Difference

    Why Choose StartCloud?

    We're not a phone company. We're your IT partner who makes sure your communications work seamlessly across your entire business.

    Expert Setup & Training

    We don't just sell you a platform and disappear. We handle the full setup, number porting, and hands-on training so your team is confident from day one.

    Vendor-Neutral Advice

    We partner with 8x8, RingCentral, Webex, and Microsoft Teams. We recommend the best fit for your business, not just the brand that pays us the most.

    Ongoing Management

    User changes, new features, troubleshooting, and licence management. We handle the admin so your team can focus on communicating, not configuring.

    Local Australian Support

    When something goes wrong with your phone system, you need fast help. Our local team understands your environment and resolves issues quickly.

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