Introduction
Unless you have been sleeping under a rock, you and your organisation must be aware the analogue phone system will be permanently switched off on January 31st 2027. The PSTN switch off will not only impact on business phone systems, but associated technology that you may not have considered.
What’s The Impact?
The obvious impact is that analogue phone lines will cease to work – so any business that hasn’t moved to a digital system needs to do so, quickly. However, the bigger picture will see ancillary services affected, many of which you may not have considered. Here’s a list (which is not exhaustive):
- Alarm System
- CCTV
- Security Barriers
- Access Systems
- Telecare Devices
- Fire Alarms
- Heating & Aircon
Why Should I Care?
You still have time to make a seamless transition to a digital service – but that window is running out. And with the expected backlog of last minute requests to make the switch, there will be consequences for inaction. Impacts of the PSTN switch off may include:
- Business continuity may suffer if you don’t switch in time.
- Your upgrade options may be reduced due to shortened timescales and product availability.
- Prices may rise due to demand and lack of supply.
What Are My Options?
Making the switch to digital should be relatively straightforward. At Complete Voice & Data we provide a full, no obligation communications review to establish the best solution for your business:
- VoIP – Voice Over Internet Protocol is the generic name for using the internet for routing voice calls, not just emails and data. One of the original pioneers was Skype.
- FTTP – Fibre To The Premises is the ideal choice for businesses and large organisations. If you have the capability to to deliver a broadband connection to your business it can be used for your new telecommunications system.
- SoGEA – Single Order Generic Ethernet Access (SoGEA) utilises the existing fibre/copper network to deliver broadband and telephony services at high speed. Often the default choice when FTTP is not available.
Complete Voice & Data will both recommend the ideal comms solution and also ensure your analogue services are compatible with the new service.
What Next?
Quite simply – if you have any doubts about your existing communications system, get in touch sooner rather than later. As previously stated, we offer a full, no obligations telecoms review of your existing system. Our team are HERE and ready to help.