Azure Communication Services (ACS) is a cloud-based communication platform that enables developers to add voice, video, chat, and SMS capabilities into applications. Built on the same infrastructure as Microsoft Teams, ACS provides enterprise-grade security, reliability, and scalability. In 2025, ACS is enhanced with advanced Teams interoperability, AI-powered insights, and multi-channel engagement features.
What’s special about Azure Communication Services ?
- Deep interoperability with Microsoft Teams, including Teams Phone extensibility for CCaaS and customer service platforms.
- AI-powered communication insights with Copilot for call summaries, transcription, and sentiment analysis.
- Multi-channel support: chat, SMS, voice, video, email notifications, and push alerts.
- Global coverage with phone numbers, PSTN integration, and regulatory compliance.
- Zero Trust security with Microsoft Entra ID and Defender for Identity.
- Developer-friendly SDKs and APIs with GitHub integration for CI/CD.
Key Capabilities
- Embed secure voice and video calls into web and mobile apps.
- Enable SMS, email, and push notifications for customer engagement.
- Integrate with Teams for contact center and business workflows.
- Provide transcription, translation, and real-time captioning.
- Access advanced analytics for call quality and user sentiment.
- Support compliance requirements with enterprise-grade encryption and controls.
Benefits of Azure Communication Services
- Enhances customer engagement across multiple digital channels.
- Provides enterprise-class reliability and scalability.
- Reduces development complexity with prebuilt APIs and SDKs.
- Strengthens collaboration with Teams integration.
- Unlocks AI-powered insights to improve customer experiences.
- Ensures global reach with PSTN and regulatory compliance.
Bottom line
Azure Communication Services goes beyond APIs. It is a complete omni-channel engagement platform. With Teams interoperability, AI-powered insights, and global communication capabilities, DBS enables organizations to build modern, customer-centric applications that improve collaboration and engagement

