AT&T, Inc. announced that it is meeting this need by offering RingCentral Office@Hand from AT&T, an end-to-end cloud-based phone system that's affordable, easy-to-manage and ideal for mobile and distributed workforces. This nationwide service makes it easier for business owners and corporate work groups - both in-office and mobile - to connect with each other and their customers on whatever device they prefer. Additionally, the cloud phone system can be easily set up and managed with apps on smartphones and tablets.

All that's needed is a broadband connection - no expensive PBX hardware or complex installation is required. Overall, the solution provides substantial cost benefits to businesses. RingCentral Office@Hand from AT&T extends the original offering (AT&T Office@Hand) to an end-to-end business phone system for both office and mobile work environments within one cloud-based solution.

It offers a variety of features, including Plug & Ring(TM) ready IP desktop phones for the office, enhanced PC and smartphone apps for mobile employees, and international calling options. Key new features of RingCentral Office@Hand include pre-configured Plug & Ring(TM) ready desktop phones; enhanced mobile apps for operating systems and improved PC and Mac applications to make and receive calls and faxes, as well as manage phone system settings and preferences; improved call handling capabilities, with virtually unlimited voice calling and faxes; presence feature for select desktop phones to see when somebody is already on a call; nationwide calling; international calling options, vanity, toll-free and local fax/voice numbers; and ability to add up to 800 employees for business locations nationwide.