[Asterisk-Users] Some questions about a potential usage scenario for asterisk

[Dave Wilson]

Thanks guys,

I'm in the UK and initially I'm looking to set up a test system supporting
4 - 10 users. The test location is currently serviced by BT, with a plain
analogue line and ADSL.

Our actual deployment, however may be based in several european countries
(UK, Ireland, Germany and Italy initially) and in several disparate client
locations. We provide automotive retail management software using an ASP
model. I'm guessing though, that asterisk would allow us to maintain a
certain degree of standardisation in our service offering, whilst keeping
our options open for supporting various types of setups to suit our clients
(dealership networks).

There is the other hurdle of clients with existing PBX systems in place.
I've no idea how we'll cover this scenario as I'm sure most clients will be
reluctant to replace their existing systems, unless of course asterisk can
be "plugged" into some of these systems?!?

TIA,
Dave

P.S. Howard, I'll keep the consultancy services in mind :)