By January 31, 2027, the UK’s Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN)—including ISDN, ADSL broadband, and other copper-based services—will be permanently switched off. For many businesses, this legacy infrastructure still underpins vital services such as telephony, payment terminals, alarm lines, and internet connectivity. The time to act is now.
At Tecsmart Resources, we specialise in helping businesses future-proof their connectivity and communications—ensuring you’re not only ready for the shutdown, but fully equipped to thrive in the digital era.
Many systems still rely on the copper network, including:
ADSL broadband operates over the copper telephone network and will be phased out alongside PSTN services. If your business relies on ADSL for primary or backup internet access, this creates a serious risk of losing connectivity.
Tecsmart Resources helps you identify ADSL dependencies and transitions you smoothly to modern alternatives such as full fibre (FTTP) or SoGEA, keeping your operations online and future-ready.
We offer a practical, hands-on approach to navigating the PSTN shutdown:
✅ Rapid Site & Services Audit
Quickly assess your telecoms and connectivity infrastructure, identifying copper-based risks and dependencies.
✅ Migration Planning
Clear, tailored strategies to help you move from copper to fibre and fully digital services.
✅ VoIP & Cloud Telephony
Implement scalable, flexible phone systems that work over fibre and integrate with your cloud ecosystem.
✅ Modern Solutions for Legacy Devices
Guidance and implementation of compliant, digital alternatives for PDQs, lifts, alarms, and more.
✅ Connectivity Upgrades
Support selecting and installing high-speed, future-ready internet options like FTTP and SoGEA.
✅ End-to-End Project Delivery
From planning and procurement to configuration and rollout—we manage it all with deep technical and program management experience.
