The last year has flown by! With a global pandemic, three lockdowns and a series of vaccines. Your business is likely to be focusing on post-covid recovery but it’s important to look to the future to ensure you are not caught out by the 2025 copper switch off.
In 2025, the copper network that has supported voice and other data communications since 1986 will be terminated. Copper networks are being phased out and replaced by IP communications throughout the next five years, yet a study has shown that a quarter of businesses are unaware of the switch-off. 33% of theses businesses are small to medium enterprises.
Don’t be caught out by the changes that affect the UK’s telecommunications network. It is vital that businesses prepare sooner rather than later for these upcoming changes.
Many businesses may put off switching their network due to the cost and time involved but don’t consider the effect downtime after the deadline will affect their customers. Not only does the network termination affect telephones but it also affects card payment terminals, alarms and more devices. Many providers will also remove support for ‘outdated technology’ that was reliant on the old copper network.
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the limitations of the older network and redundant technology as people switched to home working. Newer IP solutions allow for more flexibility in these uncertain times and they also streamline the communication process which in turn can improve the relationship with your client base.
It is expected that by 2023, the sale of ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) services will come to a stop and will have been phased out completely by 2025.
There are a variety of benefits to switching to a newer network as advancements within the industry have allowed for increased internet connectivity. VoIP and Cloud networks allow businesses to make calls using an internet connection while providing a future proof solution, reliable and flexible network.
Here at UCS Technologies, we provide a variety of services that can help make the network switch over easier for you and your business. We can design and install:
- Network Infrastructure
- Telephone Systems
- Wi-Fi
- Audio Visual Solutions
- Security Systems & more
Our consultancy service is completely free of charge so you can enquire knowing there is no upfront cost or commitment.
To arrange a free quote get in touch via email or telephone and a member of the team will be able to assist.
