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Modelling an Effective Unified Communications Infrastructure to Enhance Operational Continuity Across Distributed Work Environments
Abstract
The increasing adoption of distributed work environments necessitates a robust Unified Communications (UC) infrastructure to ensure seamless operational continuity. Unified Communications integrates real-time and asynchronous communication tools, enabling businesses to maintain efficiency, security, and collaboration across geographically dispersed teams. This paper explores the essential components, challenges, and advanced frameworks required for modeling an effective UC infrastructure. A successful UC system relies on VoIP, video conferencing, instant messaging, cloud-based collaboration platforms, and AI-driven automation. However, challenges such as interoperability issues, security vulnerabilities, scalability concerns, and user adoption barriers must be addressed. Organizations must implement secure, scalable, and adaptive communication models that align with evolving business needs. This presents a modeling approach incorporating Software-Defined Networking (SDN), 5G-enabled edge computing, and Identity and Access Management (IAM) to optimize communication flow and enhance security. Additionally, AI-driven chatbots, blockchain-based authentication, and augmented reality (AR) solutions are explored as future innovations in UC. The paper also examines real-world case studies, illustrating how leading enterprises have successfully deployed Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS), hybrid cloud architectures, and intelligent collaboration tools. A comparative analysis of industry-specific UC models provides insights into best practices for enhancing operational continuity. Looking forward, advancements in quantum-secured communications, decentralized UC frameworks, and AI-powered decision support systems will reshape enterprise communication strategies. Businesses must adopt a proactive, adaptive, and security-centric approach to Unified Communications, ensuring resilient and efficient workflows in distributed environments. This provides a comprehensive guide for enterprises seeking to design and implement high-performance UC infrastructures that enhance productivity, security, and business continuity in an increasingly digital and remote-first world.
Keywords
Effective unified communications, Operational continuity, Work environments, Modelling
Citations
IRE Journals:
Wilfred Oseremen Owobu , Olumese Anthony Abieba , Peter Gbenle , James Paul Onoja; Andrew Ifesinachi Daraojimba , Adebusayo Hassanat Adepoju; Ubamadu Bright Chibunna
"Modelling an Effective Unified Communications Infrastructure to Enhance Operational Continuity Across Distributed Work Environments" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 4 Issue 12 2021 Page 369-381
IEEE:
Wilfred Oseremen Owobu , Olumese Anthony Abieba , Peter Gbenle , James Paul Onoja; Andrew Ifesinachi Daraojimba , Adebusayo Hassanat Adepoju; Ubamadu Bright Chibunna
"Modelling an Effective Unified Communications Infrastructure to Enhance Operational Continuity Across Distributed Work Environments" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 4(12)
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