We want to keep you informed about the industry changes that could significantly impact your business operations and why moving to SIP Trunks could benefit you.
The Shift Away from PSTN Networks
In 2018, Openreach announced the closure of the PSTN network, with a complete shutdown scheduled for December 2025. However, a crucial date that might have escaped your notice is September 2023. On this date, there will be a nationwide halt in sales of traditional phone line services, which have been the backbone of voice and broadband fibre connections for many years.
The Opportunity for Advancement
While change can be daunting, it also brings growth opportunities. This transition presents a chance for your business to upgrade to superior, future-proof technology: SIP Trunks. SIP Trunks represent the next generation of voice services, offering higher quality, greater reliability, and more flexibility compared to traditional phone lines. By utilising your internet connection, SIP Trunks eliminate the need for separate voice and data networks, resulting in significant cost savings.
SIP Trunking Explained
SIP Trunks represent the next generation of voice services, offering higher quality, greater reliability, and more flexibility compared to traditional phone lines. By utilising your internet connection, SIP Trunks eliminate the need for separate voice and data networks, resulting in significant cost savings.
In order to understand SIP Trunking, it is essential to grasp the concept of Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP). VoIP refers to any phone call that is made via the internet instead of over traditional physical telephone lines. It allows for the transmission of voice signals as data packets over an IP network.
Within the realm of VoIP, Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) plays a crucial role. SIP is a specific protocol (or language) that facilitates the implementation of VoIP technology. It acts as the underlying technology that enables the utilisation of VoIP services. In other words, SIP is responsible for initiating, modifying, and terminating communication sessions between two or more parties. SIP trunking, on the other hand, is a service that utilises SIP to establish a connection between your IP-enabled phone system and the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). The size of a SIP trunk is based on the maximum number of simultaneous calls (or channels) that an organisation wishes to make, similar to number of channels on a legacy ISDN connection.
With SIP Trunking, your voice calls are transmitted over the internet using SIP, eliminating the need for traditional phone lines. By combining the benefits of SIP Trunking and VoIP technology, you can enjoy higher call quality, increased reliability, and enhanced flexibility for your business communications. Moreover, the integration of voice and data networks through SIP Trunking results in cost savings by eliminating the need for separate infrastructure.
In summary, SIP Trunking represents a modern approach to voice services, leveraging the power of VoIP technology. It offers improved call quality, reliability, and flexibility, while also providing significant cost advantages by utilising your existing internet connection.
Time to Plan for the Transition
With less than 2 months left before the main halt in sales comes into place, it’s crucial to start planning your transition to SIP Trunks or other future-proof services like SOGEA and FTTP. Making this change as early as possible will reduce the hassle of converting later down the line. Furthermore, where FTTP is available, you can benefit from a consistent and high-performing internet connection, potentially becoming the last connection you’ll ever need.
How Telappliant Can Assist You
At Telappliant, we are dedicated to supporting you throughout this transition. Since the announcement of the traditional network closure in 2018, we have closely monitored the changes in the telecommunications industry and provided our customers with detailed content and regular updates. We aim to guide you through the process and ensure a smooth and seamless migration to SIP Trunks or other modern communication solutions.
Our Extensive Connectivity Solutions
At Telappliant, we offer an extensive portfolio of connectivity solutions and IP Voice (Internet telephony) services. We are well-equipped to assist you in migrating from traditional services, regardless of whether it’s a simple single-line journey or a complex multi-site project.
Take the Next Step
For more information on the upcoming changes and how SIP Trunks can benefit your business, or if you are planning to make the move from legacy to Internet telephony communications, click the link below. We’ll be in touch to discuss your plans further and ensure a successful transition to advanced communication solutions that cater to your business needs.
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