AccessLine Communications, a leading provider of hosted VoIP services, announced the Atlanta, Georgia launch for the new retail version of SmartVoice Service -- the company's hosted VoIP service that delivers the benefits of advanced business telephone service at a fraction of the cost. Specifically designed and built for Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs), SmartVoice Service offers as much as 50 percent savings over traditional business phone service rates. Combining local, long distance, and toll free phone service with no need for the purchase of any phone equipment, AccessLine's SmartVoice Service delivers savings while making it easy for customers to transition from their current legacy phone service.

"Most of the new Internet Protocol (IP) telephone services available today require businesses to throw out their current key system or PBX and invest in new equipment. The hosted approach of SmartVoice Service allows small businesses to avoid this disruption and capital expense," said Doug Johnson, CEO at AccessLine. "SmartVoice Service will immediately start saving businesses 30, 40, up to as much as 50 percent off their current legacy phone bills while allowing them to continue using their current equipment. To the end-user, this transition can be nearly transparent. Along with AccessLine's award winning customer service and a dedicated connection that assures voice quality, SmartVoice is clearly a smart move for business communications."

Concurrently, AccessLine is pleased to announce a partnership with Bridges TeleTec as an AccessLine authorized SmartVoice Dealer, serving markets across the State of Georgia. An expert in leading edge technologies, Bridges TeleTec specializes in consulting, implementing and maintaining telecom solutions customized to a business' specific needs.

"At Bridges TeleTec, we pride ourselves on our ability to not only improve a company's communications capabilities, but to dramatically decrease its current telecommunications costs," noted Susan Bridges, President of Bridges TeleTec. "Because of this, AccessLine's SmartVoice Service is a natural fit for our portfolio and we are excited to bring this much-needed product to the Georgia market."

Customers in Georgia interested in purchasing SmartVoice Service or obtaining more information may call 770-888-0677, or visit the Bridges TeleTec web site at www.teletecofgeorgia.com.