Abstract: A method to be executed in a session initiation protocol (SIP) environment is provided that includes initiating a conversion process that involves a change from a first communications platform to a second communications platform. One or more routing tables associated with the first communications platform are then dumped. A conversion script is executed such that one or more patterns associated with a dial plan corresponding to the second communications platform are provided in a dial plan format. One or more files associated with the dial plan are loaded into one or more endpoints that are designated to change to the second communications platform.

Abstract: A method and machine for determining the likely value of an amount or amounts in the face of uncertainty. The invention relates to an improved method of forecasting or prediction. More specifically the use of resampling to obtain better predictions of unknown values through the consideration of uncertainty. The method can determine supply, demand, supply/demand gaps, price, cost, proportion, policy choice, amounts, quantities, levels, needs, requirements and other values that are difficult to determine due to the presence of one or more uncertainties.