08 Jun ISDN Switch Off: What It Means for Your Organisation
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[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column width="6/12"][vc_custom_heading source="post_title" font_container="tag:h1|text_align:left" use_theme_fonts="yes"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text css=""]At the end of 2016, BT Wholesale announced that by 2020, customers would no longer be able to purchase ISDN and PSTN circuits. The original plan was to switch off all remaining circuits by 2025. However, the deadline has now been extended to 2027, giving organisations more time to prepare for the transition to modern telephony.
This change has raised questions for many decision-makers across businesses and other organisations, including schools, GP practices, and similar institutions. What is the replacement technology, and how will it affect daily operations?
From 2027, PSTN and ISDN circuits will be replaced by VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) systems. To make the switch, organisations can either adopt a hosted VoIP solution or upgrade their existing phone systems to connect via the internet. This transition offers improved flexibility, scalability, and cost efficiency, but it requires thoughtful planning to ensure reliable performance and compatibility.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Hosted or on-premise phone system, what is the difference between the two?[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="16px"][vc_column_text]With a hosted system, the calls will be delivered via the internet and there will be no need for telephone system hardware other than IP handsets. With a hosted voice system, you’ll be able to enjoy low call rates, free site-to-site calls, the capability to answer calls across multiple devices and the facility to add users quickly and easily while benefiting from HD call quality and recording. Furthermore your business phone system will be scalable and flexible to your company’s needs.
