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CTO Corner | Opportunities and Challenges for MSPs in the PSTN Switch-Off EraMar 11, 2026The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued Order 10-72A1, mandating that all traditional POTS lines in the United States be replaced with alternative services by August 2, 2022. (Read the latest updates from the FCC.)More
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Don’t Risk Lives for “Cheap” POTS AlternativesMar 04, 2026In procurement meetings, POTS replacement often begins with a simple question: “Why is this gateway more expensive than a basic ATA?”More
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Stop Struggling With POTS Replacement—Deploy Vola in 5 Simple Steps!Feb 25, 2026Successful POTS replacement does not require complexity. With the right tools, it becomes a repeatable process. Vola’s ecosystem — including PR12, PR08-Pro, PR18, VolaCloud, and POTS Media SBC — is designed around this principle.More
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Urgent Alert: 24-hour standby capability is not an add-on, but a foundational principle for emergency communication.Feb 11, 2026In life-safety communication, power failure is not a hypothetical scenario. It is an expected condition. Fire panels, elevator emergency phones, and security systems must continue functioning precisely when other infrastructure fails. This is why 24-hour standby capability is not a premium feature — it is a regulatory and operational requirement.More
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Critical Alert:POTS Is Dead—Here’s How To Save Your Critical Voice CommsFeb 04, 2026For decades, Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) lines formed the backbone of critical voice communication in industries like fire safety, elevators, utilities, and healthcare. These analog lines were once reliable, simple, and universally available. Today, however, the environment has changed dramatically. Carriers are retiring copper networks, maintenance costs are rising, and enterprises are facing shrinking support options. POTS replacement is no longer just a technical necessity — it is becoMore
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WARNING: Uncertified POTS-Replacement Boxes Will Disconnect You When You Least Expect ItJan 28, 2026Not all LTE or 5G devices are created equal. In POTS replacement projects, one of the most underestimated risks is deploying hardware that lacks proper carrier certification. While uncertified devices may function initially, they introduce long-term instability, compliance challenges, and operational risk.More