5 Reasons why not to delay your business move to all IP.

With only a year to go until the biggest change to the telecommunications network in decades and the lack of awareness and action taken by businesses to adopt those changes at an alarmingly low rate, now’s the time to make the decision to move your business to an all IP solution before it’s too late.

1. The traffic jam effect

Despite the proximity of the switch-off date 67-74% of UK businesses have yet to complete essential migration tasks.

The lack of forward planning makes businesses vulnerable. For those lagging behind, the consequences could range from operational delays to contract breaches and financial penalties.

2. Business vulnerability - 88% of micro- businesses HAVE NO PLAN!

The situation for micro-businesses is concerning. With 88% having no plan in place, these businesses often don’t have the financial cushion or operational flexibility to recover from significant disruptions. The need to raise awareness here is clear.

3. Competitive edge

Opting for an all-IP infrastructure not only future proofs your network but also affords you enhanced flexibility, increased operational efficiencies, substantial cash savings, and elevated mobility, thereby making a compelling case for transitioning sooner rather than later.

4. Financial loss

Apart from losing money from the disruption caused by losing your business phone numbers or lines, many businesses rely on payment terminals. ￡16 Billion is taken by businesses using POS terminals that need to be migrated away from the PSTN network. This is based on the average monthly transactions processed over traditional PSTN-based Point of Sale (POS) terminals.

5. Safety failures

Consider alarm systems, which are pivotal for safety and security. Should these systems fail due to the switch-off, the risk of theft or other security incidents could spike. Elevators are another concern. In many cases, emergency phones in lifts are connected via PSTN. If these fail, it raises a significant safety issue.

With proper planning and expert guidance, the transition doesn’t have to be a leap into the unknown. For smaller, more simple estates, the answer may be a swift and simple one that leads to embedding new technology created to increase employee and customer satisfaction.

As experts in the field, we can guide you through this transition. Contact us today on 01892 577 577 or visit MF Telecom Services - Business Telecoms & Managed IT Services

Ben Capas James Howe Marion Turner #voip #digitalswitchon #pstnswitchoff