{"id":3639,"date":"2020-12-24T05:33:32","date_gmt":"2020-12-24T05:33:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.acefone.com\/blog\/?p=3639"},"modified":"2025-11-20T07:30:17","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T07:30:17","slug":"cloud-communication-government-sector","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.acefone.com\/blog\/cloud-communication-government-sector\/","title":{"rendered":"How Cloud Communications Have Helped The Government Navigate COVID-19"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we get ready to leave behind 2020 and step into the new year, we can sit back and recap how things went\u2014and how they\u2019re likely to continue for at least a while in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Businesses suffered, social lives went on a neverending pause\u2013\u2013everything was shrouded in uncertainty. And this holds true for governments around the world as well. Except, they also had the mammoth task of handling the country and their citizens.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, they kept communications going with the help of the latest cloud technologies, to prove their reliability.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, the<\/span><a class=\"acefone_web_click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cnbc.com\/2020\/06\/03\/uk-agrees-cloud-deal-with-google-for-public-sector-discounts.html\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> UK government signed a deal with Google<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that would grant the public sector discounted access to cloud services. Herein, we saw the popularity of Government as a Platform (GaaP) soar.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For instance, in October 2020, a new \u2018<\/span><a class=\"acefone_web_click\" href=\"https:\/\/cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com\/news\/corporate-news\/oracle-announces-new-dual-region-uk-government-cloud\/78884031\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dual-region\u2019 UK government cloud was announced<\/span><\/a>&#8216;<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with centers in London and Wales. The aim was to help organisations like the National Health Service (NHS) store and process data in a more secure manner.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Needless to say, the popularity of cloud-backed solutions is only going to soar now. So, let\u2019s take a look at how the government adopted and further promoted cloud telephony in the year 2020.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>1. Set up helplines<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As all Potterheads know, Albus Dumbledore once said, \u201cHelp will always be given at Hogwarts to those who ask for it.\u201d We\u2019re not wizards, but we do have the right to seek help from those in charge.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the first plans of action undertaken by the government was to establish clear helplines. This includes the non-emergency 111 NHS number where you can call to get advice about your symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, the NHS regularly posts updates and notices about government regulations and is also available as an app for wider access.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The support is not limited to treating infected individuals\u2013\u2013it also helps people get isolation notes. A coronavirus <\/span><a class=\"acefone_web_click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/organisations\/hm-revenue-customs\/contact\/coronavirus-covid-19-helpline\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">helpline was also set up to help businesses and self-employed people<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with income support and job retention.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Besides a cloud-enabled free phone number (0800-024-1222), this service is also available as webchat. Here, you can talk to advisors about any tax problems arising due to COVID-19.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, people realised the dangers of a lockdown in abusive households as well as the toll it takes on mental health everywhere. Therefore, you have support lines for vulnerable groups too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can check out the <\/span><a class=\"acefone_web_click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.supportline.org.uk\/problems\/coronavirus-covid-19\/\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UK supportline<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to get general advice about restrictions and businesses, NHS updates, and about availing support for sexual and domestic abuse victims, older people, young children, carers, differently-abled people, and much more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For most of these helplines, you can leverage free phone numbers or vanity numbers and connect with local volunteer groups.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cloud services make it possible for people in need to connect with the concerned authorities\u2014at no extra cost to themselves. This ensures everyone gets the help they seek.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>2. Telemedicine<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dichotomy of the situation is that as more sickness started prevailing, people seemed reluctant to go to hospitals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think about it. You have a terrible stomach ache that just doesn\u2019t seem to quit. But you fear that hospitals receive so many infected patients that you may get sick by going there. So what do you do? Do you simply brave the pain and let your life and work suffer?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not at all. Lay all your qualms to rest and simply avail telemedicine services. The government has wholeheartedly encouraged hospitals and clinics to provide their services online\u2014via VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) or video calling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Virtual consultations are not only safer, they\u2019re extremely convenient. You don\u2019t need to risk travelling\u2013\u2013you can be home alone and still connect to a free cloud-calling service. The clinic can employ an auto-attendant and create a virtual waiting room, accordingly routing callers to the best-suited practicians via an <a class=\"acefone_web_click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acefone.com\/blog\/ivr-can-make-or-break-brand-image\/\">IVR system<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients can also book appointments efficiently on the cloud and integrated tools ensure that everyone stays notified for a smooth flow.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>3. Pre-call information broadcasts<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since people couldn\u2019t freely meet others physically, it\u2019s natural that phone usage increased. For those who aren\u2019t in the habit of checking email or text updates regularly, it\u2019s a great idea to play informational broadcasts when they make calls.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The idea is that when you dial someone up, before the call goes through, you hear a short recording of any important COVID-19 update. This pre-recorded message is sent as a cloud voice broadcast.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can also be created as an outbound IVR, wherein the recording is interactive and you can feed in your answers with key inputs. Such measures allow governments to take stock of citizens\u2019 health and needs in a simplified manner, and then do the needful.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take this as an example: When you call up your friend, the first thing you hear is a recording that informs you of new restriction updates. Then, the voice asks you about your recent travel history. You press the relevant key and that\u2019s it\u2013\u2013you\u2019re connected with your friend.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>If you want to learn more about an Inbound call center, then visit us at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acefone.com\/solutions\/inbound-call-center-software\/\">inbound call tracking software<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>4. Contact tracing<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The UK government has, for a while now, talked about its COVID-19 app. As recently as December 10, 2020, the <\/span><a class=\"acefone_web_click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/publications\/nhs-covid-19-app-privacy-information\/nhs-test-and-trace-app-early-adopter-trial-august-2020-privacy-notice\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NHS issued a privacy notice<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> about a nation-wide rollout of the app.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With this service in place, it is expected that people can manage exposure by informing the most at-risk groups. Furthermore, with appropriate alerts, it allows you to take action in a timely manner.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, if you came in contact with a person who tested positive, or if the risk status of your locality changes\u2014you\u2019ll get notified immediately. If you test positive, the app will request permission to make your code available to users which will then alert people who came near you in the possible contamination period.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The data collected will also help the authorities plan and execute COVID-19 management strategies better.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With cloud services, the process of contact tracing becomes all the more streamlined and smoother. You can receive broadcasts about updates, have tests scheduled quickly with a free call, and update your status even in a remote quarantine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>5. Emergency calling on the cloud<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If ever we needed accessible emergency services, it\u2019s now. That\u2019s just what the cloud offers you\u2014increased accessibility. If one is in an area with weak signal bars or doesn\u2019t have the balance to make calls, they should not be excluded from receiving essential services.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, you have an emergency calling that is free and always available. <\/span><a class=\"acefone_web_click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ofcom.org.uk\/consultations-and-statements\/category-2\/voip\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ofcom regulations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> make it compulsory for VoIP providers to allow emergency calls. So, if you\u2019re stuck with only your office softphone and need to make a 999 call, you can absolutely do it via your computer\u2014or any device you have at hand.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>6. Informational campaigns<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a time of rampant uncertainty, it\u2019s the government\u2019s job to inform, educate, and support its citizens. Informational campaigns are vital to curbing panic and promoting healthy practices.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The NHS has come up with <\/span><a class=\"acefone_web_click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.notifications.service.gov.uk\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GOV.UK Notify<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a cloud-based API that can be integrated with web applications or back-office systems. It allows authorities to<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> send emails, texts, and letters to the users<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by sending an HTTP request to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acefone.com\/solutions\/cloud-phone-system\/\">cloud phone system providers<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This means, important information from the central government, local authorities, as well as the NHS can be relayed to citizens on the most widely used platform\u2014their SMS inbox.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What\u2019s next?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clearly, 2020 has been a breakout year for the relationship between government bodies and cloud communications. Even though a digital transformation was on the rise, it was magnified manifold by the COVID-19 crisis.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All these changes we witnessed are here to stay. With people slowly realising all the benefits, we can expect 2021 to be a year of continued technological growth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Important services like transactions are increasingly becoming online and cashless, educators are moving to e-learning, and businesses are undergoing a digital transformation. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acefone.com\/solutions\/cloud-contact-center\/\">Cloud contact center service<\/a>\u00a0and unified communications are the norms now\u2014not the exception.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps in the future, we can even minimise dreary public office queues and procedures, and take these conversations to the cloud.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you can tell, there is a lot of scope for the field of <a class=\"acefone_web_click\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acefone.com\/blog\/reasons-to-adopt-cloud-telephony\/\">cloud telephony in every sector<\/a> worldwide. Whether you\u2019re a startup or an established corporation, there\u2019s something for everyone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As we get ready to leave behind 2020 and step into the new year, we can sit back and recap how things went\u2014and how they\u2019re likely to continue for at least a while in the future. Businesses suffered, social lives went on a neverending pause\u2013\u2013everything was shrouded in uncertainty. 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