Released on: June 23, 2008, 11:59 am

Press Release Author: Appia Communications

Industry: Telecommunications

Press Release Summary: \"One-Stop\" Makes VoIP Easy and Affordable for Small and
Mid-Sized Companies and Organizations


Press Release Body: Appia Communications Inc., a leading provider of managed IT and
telecommunications services, today announced \"One-Stop\", which provides voice
services and Internet access for one price per month and no upfront charges. The
program is specifically designed for small and mid-sized companies and
organizations.

\"The initial capital outlay for equipment and set-up for any telephony soution,
whether VoIP or traditional, is a barrier for many organizations,\" said Victor von
Schlegell, Appia\'s president. \"One-Stop eliminiates this barrier, and demonstrates
our continued focus on delivering enterprise-class business communications services
at small-business prices.\"

Appia\'s One-Stop program:

* Provides access to the latest business-class VoIP technology
* Includes telephone and network equipment and support, along with telephone
services and Internet access
* Provides an immediate return on investment
* Is an operating expense, rather than a lease

For example, the cost of One-Stop for a 20 person office would average a little over
$60 per user per month, which includes a Cisco 7941 phone, 500 minutes of local and
long distance calling, voicemail, and T-1 access to the Internet. The price also
includes an all-Cisco equipment refresh, with a new router, a power-over-Ethernet
switch, and an Adaptive Security Appliance. After taxes, the cost is likely to be
much lower, since the program would be treated as an operating expense.

\"The use of VoIP is producing significant benefits for large organizations,\"
continued von Schlegell. \"One-Stop makes it possible for smaller organizations to
reap those same benefits, which is a step toward leveling the playing field.\"

About Appia Communications

Appia Communications is a leading provider of managed IT and telecommunications
services, whose mission is to enable small and mid-sized companies and organizations
to realize the benefits of Internet Protocol (IP) technology. Appia's managed
solutions help customers reduce costs, enhance employee productivity, improve
customer care, and compete more effectively against much larger enterprises.

Headquartered in Traverse City, Michigan, Appia has operations in New York, Chicago,
Los Angeles, Detroit, Indianapolis, St. Louis, Boston, and other markets in North
America and Europe. For more information, please visit www.appiaservices.com, or
call 877-277-4297. Appia is a Cisco Powered Network and holds advanced Cisco
communications certifications.

Web Site: http://www.appiaservices.com

Contact Details: Keli Minick
Marketing Communications Manager
1030 Hastings St., Suite 100
Traverse City, MI 49686
877-277-4297
kminick@appiaservices.com