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With the looming switch-off of ISDN and PSTN circuits, businesses in the UK will have to update their phone systems to the cloud.
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ISDN and PSTN Transition: What Businesses Need to Know

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With the looming switch-off of ISDN and PSTN circuits, businesses in the UK will have no choice but to update their phone systems to the cloud before December 2025. This is when the old networks will be turned off. These older networks are being replaced with newer technology, such as VoIP as well as the discontinuation of ISDN and PSTN; broadband lines with a dial tone such as ADSL and FTTC are also being discontinued and replaced with new products such as SOGEA and FTTP (Fiber to the Premise).

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Discover the transformative impact of VoIP versus traditional telephony, reshaping communication landscapes with innovation and adaptability.
VoIP Fundamentals

The impact of VoIP on traditional telephony systems

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In a realm shaped by technological leaps, communication is paramount. The clash between VoIP and traditional telephony unfolds a saga of innovation. Landlines tethered us, but VoIP liberated. Its cost-effectiveness, mobility, and rich features redefine connectivity. Traditional providers adapt, but VoIP’s journey continues, merging with AI, 5G, and virtual realms, pushing communication beyond limits.

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UK's Technology Secretary Michelle Donellan orchestrated a crucial meeting with telecommunications companies and regulator Ofcom.
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UK Telecoms Adopt Measures to Safeguard Vulnerable Households

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In response to reports detailing serious device failures during the transition from analogue to digital telephony, the UK’s Technology Secretary, Michelle Donellan, convened a meeting with telecom companies and regulator Ofcom. Following the discussions, phone providers, previously urged to pause any forceful transitions, have committed to a charter aimed at protecting vulnerable households, particularly those relying on personal alarms or telecare for remote support.

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BT has unveiled how they plan to methodically cease the traditional PSTN and implement the IP-powered Digital Voice services as a substitute.
CPaaS

Unpacking BT’s Shift from PSTN to Digital Voice Services

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BT pushes forward with their ambitious plan to replace ageing Public Switched Telephone Network with IP-powered Digital Voice service, predicting a full national transition by 2025. This phased rollout highlights an industry-wide shift toward modern, energy-efficient, and highly reliable communication solutions. However, with earlier power outages prompting questions around adequate support during emergencies, the telecoms giant is treading carefully. As we brace for a digital era, join us at Connected North 2024 to delve deeper into what this change signifies for UK consumers.

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PSTN vs. VoIP
VoIP Fundamentals

PSTN vs. VoIP: Which is Better for Your Business?

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Navigating workplace communications is challenging for business owners. Choosing between PSTN and VoIP is complex. PSTN offers reliability and call quality, while VoIP provides flexibility and scalability. VoIP integrates with tools and supports remote work. PSTN is secure and compliant, but VoIP can be secured with measures. PSTN excels in emergency services, but VoIP is improving.

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Telecom News

Sinch and Synoptek to deliver reliable voice services for MS Teams Phone System

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Sinch, a cloud communications provider, has announced a partnership with Synoptek, a business and digital transformation advisory company, to offer professional and managed services for Microsoft Teams Phone System. The services will be integrated with Operator Connect or Direct Routing. The alliance was formed in response to the rising demand from business clients for expert services to supplement their personnel for managing the deployment, installation, and maintenance of the Microsoft Teams Phone System as well as connecting to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Sinch is a Microsoft Operator Connect partner that assists organizations in integrating voice services into Teams via Operator Connect, allowing them to make calls to anyone, anywhere, over the PSTN. Professional and managed services help businesses complete this digital transition more quickly and efficiently. Sinch offers a carrier-grade voice network and is the largest Tier 1 network in the United States, providing reliable service to companies…

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Genesys’ AppFoundry now features Peerless Network’s SIP Trunks

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Peerless Network, a global communications provider, has announced the availability of its SIP Trunking services on Genesys’ AppFoundry marketplace. The AppFoundry marketplace serves as a helpful solution-centric marketplace for all Genesys platforms in one place by providing a variety of integrations and apps that help deliver excellent customer experiences. According to Jim Brewer, EVP of Products and Technology at Peerless Network, the collaboration with Genesys will provide companies with the freedom to select the carrier of their choosing. Peerless Network’s SIP Trunking service will be integrated with Genesys Cloud CX. This will provide clients with direct access to the company’s IP-based network. Customers in the United States will be able to increase communications effectiveness, broaden their reach internationally, and save money on international calls. “This combination also gives U.S.-based customers the opportunity to make their communications more efficient, expand their global calling footprint, and save on international calling,”…

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DIDWW expands its VoIP solutions with full PSTN replacement for businesses

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DIDWW, a global telecoms provider offering premium quality, two-way VoIP and SMS communications, has further extended its product portfolio to offer businesses a seamless transition to VoIP with their PSTN replacement solution.    The DIDWW local termination service, which acts as one of the key components in replacing traditional telephony, has been expanded to cover 41 countries. This service has also been the main driving force which has allowed DIDWW to build its two-way SIP trunking solution to meet the stringent demands of telcos and businesses of all sizes. Additionally, DIDWW local termination offers virtually unlimited call capacity, flexible SIP trunk settings, truly local dialing and premium voice quality.   As the need for emergency calling capabilities for IP-based solutions has increased significantly, the DIDWW Emergency Dialing service has also been further expanded and is now available in 27 countries. By maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance, DIDWW ensures…

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Choosing a SIP trunk service may be challenging. We break down the elements of what to look for when selecting a SIP trunking provider.
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How to choose a SIP Trunking provider?

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Choosing the best SIP trunking service to meet your company objectives may be a challenging task. If you have spent any time researching telecommunications services, you will know that this sector is complex, tough to navigate and offers a myriad of solutions to choose from. SIP trunking services vary in terms of the types, quality and scope of services provided, as well as in terms of pricing and customer service. Selecting a solution can be difficult, but if you focus on what matters most, such as ser

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VoIP Solutions

Modernizing business communications with cloud solutions by ORENCloud

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ORENcloud is a cloud communications company, with a mission to revolutionize communication solutions by assisting businesses gear towards digitization in adopting cloud communications to achieve agility, resilience and modernization. Organizations may benefit from ORENcloud’s hosted unified communications for a variety of reasons, including mobility, accessibility, flexibility, management and affordability. Hosted IPPBX, Contact Center, Ticketing, Helpdesk solution, Microsoft Teams PSTN Integrations, Unified Chat and Chatbots, as well as SIP trunking services are among the telecom’s solutions that help boost corporate efficiency and promote customer-business interactions over multiple channels. The VaaS (Voice-as-a-Service) and CCaaS (Call Center-as-a-Service) solution, enables consumers to acquire a complete set of enterprise-grade communications solutions in a single, easy-to-use package. ORENcloud SIP trunking offers high-quality, multi-codec and multi-connection services, with terminations handled by Tier-1 Local Malaysian as well as international telecoms with virtually unlimited channels. ORENcloud collaborates with these international partners to offer a variety of global…

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