The end of year is coming, and with it comes the Telco Embargo
As we approach the end of the year, we also approach a period where major Telcos including Telstra stop setting up phone lines over the holiday season. This information is especially important if you’re thinking of moving offices as it makes it doubly important that you contact us well in advance to make sure the new lines get installed before the date of the embargo. With that in mind, we have created this page with all the information you need to know for the Telco Embargo 2018.
What does the embargo mean for my business?
The annual Telco embargo is a period (December 14, 2018, to January 7, 2019, this year) during which telecommunications carriers won’t be providing new copper, fibre, NBN, or broadband cabling and connections. Additionally, network reconfigurations, relocations and hardware or software upgrades on their networks won’t be carried out. This is especially important if you are planning on relocating offices and need to set up your internet and phone systems before the deadline.
How do I avoid business interruption or other aversive impacts?
First and foremost, if you’re relocating offices, this information is especially important for you. Make sure you plan ahead and connect any new phone lines, and set up networks before the deadline (again, December 14). It is especially prudent to contact Key Technologies as early as possible to ensure the process is as easy and non-laborious as it can be. You may also want to check out our articles on managing phone lines and internet services during the move.
There is likely to be a high volume of orders so it is especially important that you contact us as soon as possible.
Will support services be affected?
Support and maintenance services will thankfully be operating as usual during the embargo period, though you should be mindful of the fact that there will likely be fewer admin and technical staff working during this period (especially on Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day) so service delays are to be expected.
How will Key Technologies’ services be affected?
For the most part, Key Technologies will be running as usual, although with fewer staff on board. So make sure to contact us early to get ahead of the curve.
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