Get Ready for a Smooth Holiday Season—and a Strong Start to 2026
Prepare your business for the festive season and plan ahead for 2026. Discover our 5-point holiday checklist and expert tips to future-proof your telephony and connectivity.
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Prepare your business for the festive season and plan ahead for 2026. Discover our 5-point holiday checklist and expert tips to future-proof your telephony and connectivity.

The UK’s traditional phone network is switching off by January 2027. Is your business ready for the All-IP future? This essential guide explains how the Great Switch Off impacts your phone lines, broadband, alarms, and payment terminals, plus what proactive steps you need to take now to avoid service disruption.

Want to know exactly how much an IT outage will cost your company?
Use our interactive Network Downtime Cost calculator to find out an exact figure for your business.

A practical, budget‑conscious guide for SMBs to secure remote workers and branch sites. Prioritised controls, a 30/90‑day roadmap, and recommended Spectrum services to reduce risk and downtime.

Whether you’re setting up a network for a bustling office, a café, or even your home, understanding the options available for Wi-Fi access points can help you make the right decision. Let’s explore what Wi-Fi APs are, their benefits, and the options on the market to suit different needs.

SMEs in the UK are increasingly turning to managed services to maintain competitiveness, streamline operations, and ensure they stay ahead of the curve. With the challenges of managing complex IT systems, rising cybersecurity threats, and ever-changing business demands, outsourcing has become an essential strategy for SMEs aiming to focus on what they do best: running their business.

In January 2027, Openreach will switch off the Public Switched
Telephone Network (PSTN), which means everyone, including
businesses, currently using PSTN-based services will need to move
to another service before then.