Imagine receiving a notice from your phone carrier that your rate is increasing from $90/month to $1,500 or more – starting next week.
Unfortunately, that’s an all-too-common scenario as carriers continue to decommission traditional analog copper phone lines. Also known as Plain-Old Telephone Service (POTS), these analog lines are the backbone of the PRI and T1 service many businesses rely on.
If your business uses traditional analog lines but hasn’t received a price increase notice yet, you will undoubtedly receive it soon.
The good news is you can beat the shocking price hikes by switching to SIP or a hosted cloud phone system – but you must act fast. Here’s what you need to know:
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The FCC mandated that all POTS lines in the U.S. be replaced with an alternative service by August 2022
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In response having to maintain increasingly expensive copper phone lines and telephone pole infrastructure for a dwindling number of customers, major carriers have been dropping support and raising prices dramatically – sometimes doubling or tripling per-line costs – often with very little notice
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There are two ways to beat the price hikes: upgrade to SIP (to keep your on-premise phone system) or move to a hosted cloud system
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It’s critical to act now. If you wait too long and your carrier gives little notice, there won’t be enough time to port or keep your phone numbers before the price increase goes into effect
Your Cady technology advisor is on standby to help you beat the price hikes. We’ll work with you to determine the most cost-effective solution for your unique business needs. Get your free consultation today.
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Contact us today to help create a plan that will support your business needs and budget.