2027 Switch-Off

The analogue switch-off is coming. Let’s make sure nothing gets left behind.

Identify your phone lines, alarms, payment terminals and other connected systems before the UK analogue network is retired.

Days remaining

31 January 2027

Published switch-off date

The network is changing

The old phone network is being replaced by digital services.

Traditional analogue voice services are being retired as the UK moves towards modern digital phone lines. Businesses need to understand which services still depend on the old network and arrange suitable replacements before the deadline.

Traditional analogue services

Digital services

Look beyond the desk phone

One old line can support more equipment than you realise.

Phone systems are only part of the picture. Alarms, emergency lines, payment devices and other equipment may still depend on traditional services.

Traditional Telephone System

Your existing business phone system may still rely on analogue or ISDN services.

Alarm Panel

Security and fire-alarm equipment may use a traditional telephone line to communicate.

Lift Emergency Phone

Lift and emergency communication systems may require a compatible digital replacement.

Card Terminal

Some payment terminals may still use older line-based connectivity.

Fax Machine

Traditional fax equipment can rely on analogue services.

Door-Entry System

Entry, intercom and access-control systems may use a telephone line.

CCTV Connection

Some older monitoring and CCTV systems may use legacy connectivity.

Modem or Monitoring Equipment

Remote monitoring systems and specialist devices may rely on traditional lines.

Legacy Broadband Service

Some broadband products may still depend on older network infrastructure.

A clear route forward

Move from old lines to modern connections without unnecessary disruption.

01

Inventory

List all telephone numbers, lines, broadband services and connected equipment.

02

Verify

Confirm which services rely on analogue or legacy network products.

03

Design

Select suitable replacement voice, broadband, mobile or specialist connectivity.

04

Migrate

Transfer numbers, install equipment and move services in a controlled sequence.

05

Test

Check calls, alarms, payment systems, backup connectivity and emergency processes.

06

Support

Document the new setup and provide ongoing support after migration.

A clear route forward

EA Systems can help modernise the complete setup.

Cloud Voice

Move business calls to a flexible digital phone platform.

Yealink Handsets

Match desk, wireless and conference phones to different job roles.

Full Fibre Connectivity

Replace legacy connectivity with suitable digital broadband options.

Ethernet Connectivity

Dedicated connectivity for businesses requiring consistent performance.

Mobile Backup

Add an alternative connection for selected essential services.

Business Mobile

Support mobile teams with suitable voice and data plans.

IoT Replacement Connectivity

Review older connected devices and identify modern alternatives.

Free business checklist

Start with a simple line-by-line review.

Use the EA Systems readiness checklist to record your current services, connected equipment, suppliers and required actions.

Do not leave testing until the end

Early planning gives your business more control.

01 More time to identify equipment

Older devices are not always easy to find or document.

02 More installation flexibility

Some replacements may require new hardware, cabling or supplier coordination.

03 Safer number transfers

Business numbers and call routing should be planned and tested carefully.

04 Time to test essential systems

Alarms, payment devices, emergency lines and backup connections should be tested before old services are removed.

Questions

The 2027 switch-off, answered.

When is the analogue network being retired?

The current published deadline is 31 January 2027.

Will every business phone stop working on that date?

No. The change affects services that rely on the legacy analogue network. Businesses already using a suitable digital phone service may have completed the main migration, but should still check any remaining analogue lines and connected equipment.

Could our alarm or card terminal be affected?

Yes, if the equipment uses an analogue telephone line. Check alarms, payment terminals, lift phones and other connected devices with the equipment supplier before migrating, and arrange compatibility testing for the replacement connection.

Do we need to replace every handset?

Not necessarily. Whether a handset can be retained depends on its compatibility with the chosen phone system. EA Systems can review the existing equipment and identify what can be reused and what needs replacing.

Can we keep our existing telephone numbers?

EA Systems will check whether your existing numbers can be transferred and include the transfer in the migration plan. Confirm the arrangements before cancelling an existing service.

Does Cloud Voice require business broadband?

Cloud Voice needs a suitable internet connection. EA Systems will assess connection quality, capacity and resilience alongside your calling requirements, and advise whether your existing broadband is suitable or an upgrade is needed.

Should we wait until closer to the deadline?

Start reviewing your services now so there is time to identify connected equipment, arrange installation, transfer numbers and test the new setup. Your migration plan should allow for supplier lead times and the needs of each business location.

Can EA Systems review multiple business locations?

Yes. Include all business locations in your enquiry, with the lines, users and connected equipment at each site. EA Systems can use this information to plan the review and coordinate the required changes across locations.

2027 Switch-Off

The analogue switch-off is coming. Let’s make sure nothing gets left behind.

Identify your phone lines, alarms, payment terminals and other connected systems before the UK analogue network is retired.

Days remaining

31 January 2027

Published switch-off date

The network is changing

The old phone network is being replaced by digital services.

Traditional analogue voice services are being retired as the UK moves towards modern digital phone lines. Businesses need to understand which services still depend on the old network and arrange suitable replacements before the deadline.

Traditional analogue services

Digital services

Look beyond the desk phone

One old line can support more equipment than you realise.

Phone systems are only part of the picture. Alarms, emergency lines, payment devices and other equipment may still depend on traditional services.

Traditional Telephone System

Alarm Panel

Lift Emergency Phone

Card Terminal

Fax Machine

Door-Entry System

CCTV Connection

Modem or Monitoring Equipment

Legacy Broadband Service

60-second readiness check

Is your business ready for 2027?

Answer three quick questions and receive an initial readiness result.

This result is an initial indication and does not replace a full technical assessment.

A clear route forward

Move from old lines to modern connections without unnecessary disruption.

01

Inventory

02

Verify

03

Design

04

Migrate

05

Test

06

Support

A clear route forward

EA Systems can help modernise the complete setup.

Cloud Voice

Yealink Handsets

Full Fibre Connectivity

Ethernet Connectivity

Mobile Backup

Business Mobile

IoT Replacement Connectivity

Free business checklist

Start with a simple line-by-line review.

Use the EA Systems readiness checklist to record your current services, connected equipment, suppliers and required actions.

Do not leave testing until the end

Early planning gives your business more control.

01

More time to identify equipment

Older devices are not always easy to find or document.

02

More installation flexibility

Some replacements may require new hardware, cabling or supplier coordination.

03

Safer number transfers

Business numbers and call routing should be planned and tested carefully.

04

Time to test essential systems

Alarms, payment devices, emergency lines and backup connections should be tested before old services are removed.

Questions

The 2027 switch-off, answered.

The current published deadline is 31 January 2027.

No. The change affects services that rely on the legacy analogue network. Businesses already using a suitable digital phone service may have completed the main migration, but should still check any remaining analogue lines and connected equipment.

Yes, if the equipment uses an analogue telephone line. Check alarms, payment terminals, lift phones and other connected devices with the equipment supplier before migrating, and arrange compatibility testing for the replacement connection.

Not necessarily. Whether a handset can be retained depends on its compatibility with the chosen phone system. EA Systems can review the existing equipment and identify what can be reused and what needs replacing.

EA Systems will check whether your existing numbers can be transferred and include the transfer in the migration plan. Confirm the arrangements before cancelling an existing service.

Cloud Voice needs a suitable internet connection. EA Systems will assess connection quality, capacity and resilience alongside your calling requirements, and advise whether your existing broadband is suitable or an upgrade is needed.

Start reviewing your services now so there is time to identify connected equipment, arrange installation, transfer numbers and test the new setup. Your migration plan should allow for supplier lead times and the needs of each business location.

Yes. Include all business locations in your enquiry, with the lines, users and connected equipment at each site. EA Systems can use this information to plan the review and coordinate the required changes across locations.

Start with a conversation

Build a phone system that works around your business.

January 2027 is the deadline. Your plan should start sooner.

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