SIP Trunking’s Impact On The Industry
Changes in the industry
Today’s business climate calls for many things, reliability and flexibility being two core parts of
this. To deliver on these demands, telecom companies need to communicate better with their
customers. It is also paramount that the rest of the world continues to be accepting of new
technology. Many companies are still relying on traditional ISDN technology. It’s no secret that
these telephone systems have been a cornerstone of business communications in the past up
until this point, while still being used today. However, they are becoming more outdated in
modern business environments.
Modern business interactions are being dictated by increasing demanding. More customers
than ever before expect not only an a great service, but it to be 24/7, 365. While also then
becoming less sympathetic to communication discrepancies.
Traditional Telephone Systems are Dying Out!
Among experts in the industry, it is known that this technology is starting to die out. To back
this claim up, telecom giant BT intend to switch their ISDN network off in its entirety over the
coming months. The overall thought process among telecoms companies is that ISDN will be
gone in roughly 5 years to make way for a modern solution. Although, many businesses are
still relying on this, and may be met with premiums if they don’t choose to act early.
What Are ISDN Telephone Systems?
ISDN is a communications network that relies heavily on physical infrastructure, specifically
copper wiring. The main reason these communication and telephone systems became so
popular is that they provide the opportunity to transmit voice and data over the same lines.
Due to its reliance on physical infrastructure, adapting or altering these systems is extremely
costly. When it breaks, it also means there isn’t a quick solution.
What Can You Replace ISDN Telephone Systems with?
The future solution is SIP trunking. SIP telephone systems are a ready replacement for ISDN.
They will connect a business to their provider’s network through:
• Broadband.
• Ethernet.
• Private Circuit.
SIP emerged through a growing need for reliable, flexible and scalable communications
technology that enables growing businesses to manage communications effectively in line
with demand and is already prepared for voice and data convergence further down the line.
Why are Businesses Making the Switch to SIP?
There are three main reasons SMEs, and even larger businesses, are making the move to SIP
telephone systems. These are:
• Cost.
• Growth.
• System Reliability.
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