It’s time to act now! The Big Switch Off in 2025
BT, formerly known as British Telecom, has played a crucial role in the rise of digital telecommunications, connecting people and businesses across the United Kingdom and beyond. Their infrastructure has formed the backbone of modern communication networks.
As technology progresses, older systems become outdated. This brings us to the present day and BT's announcement of the "Big Switch Off" in 2025. But what exactly does this mean for your business?
The Big Switch Off refers to BT's decision to phase out its traditional copper-based telephone networks, including Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) and Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) services. These legacy systems, which have served as the foundation of telecommunications for decades, will be replaced by modern, digital alternatives such as Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and fibre-optic networks.
This change will affect businesses, particularly those relying on outdated equipment and services.