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Featured Article · Forbes

The End of Copper: Why Now Is the Time to Modernize

Copper phone lines are being retired at an accelerated pace, and businesses that still rely on traditional POTS lines need to start planning now. While many organizations have already moved to modern communication systems, copper lines are still quietly supporting critical infrastructure such as fire panels, elevator emergency phones, alarm systems, fax machines, access controls, and payment terminals.

As carriers continue phasing out copper networks, businesses may face higher costs, reduced service reliability, limited technician support, and greater operational risk. What was once considered dependable legacy infrastructure is quickly becoming harder and more expensive to maintain.

DataRemote’s POTS IN A BOX® solutions help organizations transition from copper-based lines to modern cellular connectivity while maintaining support for critical systems. With features such as battery backup, cellular failover, real-time monitoring, and compatibility with legacy analog devices, DataRemote helps businesses build a more resilient and future-ready communications foundation.

The message is simple: copper is going away. The time to prepare is now.

Partner Spotlight

MetTel

Behind every great distributor is a support team that truly delivers—and MetTel stands out for their expertise in PIAB solutions.

Their team doesn’t just respond quickly—they understand PIAB inside and out. From seamless deployments to advanced troubleshooting, they consistently provide the guidance and technical insight needed to keep connectivity reliable and uninterrupted. Whether it’s supporting legacy modem environments, alarm communication systems, or navigating complex network scenarios, they bring a level of confidence and precision that makes all the difference.

MetTel’s POTS Transformation solution—built on PIAB and delivered as a managed service—is Product of the Year and touted by Gartner as a reason why MetTel is a six-time Leader and Visionary of the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Managed Network Services.

MetTel is deploying POTS Transformation at thousands of locations per month across the public and private sectors, with landmark engagements and awards from the U.S. Postal Service, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and Extra Space Storage, among others. Six of the largest U.S. national and regional telecommunications carriers and cable companies offer MetTel’s solution as their own through channel agreements to transition their business and government customers from expiring landlines.

It’s not just about fixing issues—it’s about ensuring PIAB performs exactly as expected, every time.

A big thank you to the MetTel support team for your deep expertise, responsiveness, and commitment to excellence. Your support is a key part of our shared success.

Tech Corner

DataRemote 90X1 Now Certified with Webbing

We’re excited to announce that the DataRemote 90X1 modem is now certified with Webbing, expanding our carrier connectivity options and giving customers more flexibility for cellular deployments.

This certification strengthens the 90X1 as a reliable solution for organizations modernizing legacy infrastructure, supporting POTS replacement applications, and maintaining always-on connectivity.

With Webbing certification, the 90X1 is now even better positioned to support secure, scalable, and mission-critical deployments.

DataRemote continues to expand certified connectivity options to help customers deploy with confidence.

Certification Status

Carrier, Device & Component Certifications

In this section, we highlight the key certifications and approvals our products have received, ensuring quality, reliability, and compliance with industry standards.

Product Carrier Certification: This confirms our products are approved by major network carriers, guaranteeing seamless connectivity, compatibility, and optimal performance across various wireless infrastructures.

Device & Component Certifications: Here we showcase certifications that validate our components meet international safety, environmental, and performance standards—such as CE, FCC, RoHS, and others—demonstrating our commitment to excellence from the inside out.

Stay tuned as we continue to expand our certification portfolio to support global deployment and innovation.