Reflecting on 2023: A Remarkable Year of Progress and Achievement for RCG
Hello and welcome to Rose Communications Group’s annual review! We are pleased to bring back this old tradition of ours with a bang and showcase the remarkable achievements of the past year. We deeply appreciate your connection and involvement with us throughout 2023 and into 2024. This blog summarises our key accomplishments and milestones, reflecting […]
Breaking News: ‘The Big Switch Off’ Delayed to 2027
Big news for those still relying on the copper network for telephony and broadband: Openreach has announced a delay in their plan to switch off old copper-based phone lines and broadband. Originally set for December 2025, the new deadline is now January 31, 2027. Why the Delay? The delay is primarily due to concerns about […]
How Telecommunications is Revolutionising Healthcare
With the healthcare landscape constantly evolving and progressing, connectivity has become increasingly important. It’s not just about making calls anymore—telecommunications now play a crucial role in how patients access care and how healthcare professionals deliver results. From facilitating remote consultations and sending gentle SMS reminders to managing patient relationships and empowering individuals to manage their […]
5 Reasons to use Alfonica SMS for Business
What would you check first – an email or an SMS message? For most people, it’s an SMS message, because they’re short, quick to read and easy to respond to. You don’t even need to unlock your phone to read them, they often appear on your lock screen. More businesses are choosing to use SMS […]
Going Green with VoIP: The Sustainable Solution for Modern Communication
Did you know, that according to a study conducted by UCLA, companies who adopt green business practices are 16% more productive? The Big Switch Off is on the tongues of many within the telecommunications industry, and the endless advantages of converting to VoIP has been discussed in length. Besides paving the way for a more […]
What’s the big deal about the big switch off anyway?
Chances are you might have heard of the ISDN or PSTN switch off, which will take place in 2025. In simple terms, this means that traditional phone lines will be switched off and calls will be made over the internet instead. To make things easier and tackle the jargon, we’ll call this “the big switch […]
Getting to know Maxi Rose, CEO
Here at Alfonica and RCUK, we attribute success to the hard work of our team, but we know that great leadership matters too. We’re very fortunate to have Maxi Rose steering the ship, as he leads by example and makes every member of staff feel valued, challenged and supported. Rebecca Wood, our Head of Marketing, […]
5 reasons to choose a Virtual Receptionist
Having a virtual receptionist can be a huge benefit to your business, but with a myriad of agencies out there offering these services, it’s important to choose carefully. The main thing to ask when implementing a virtual receptionist service is “will it alleviate my current front-desk phone problem and take the pressure off me and […]
2025 Say Goodbye to your Landline
In the United Kingdom, the technology that supports landline telephones will be phased out by 2025. Every house phone in the UK will be switched to an internet-based connection rather than a traditional copper-wire landline, The major operators in the UK have confirmed this change. But what exactly is a landline phone, and how does it […]
RCG is now a Living Wage accredited employer
Our Living Wage commitment means that everyone working at RCG receives a minimum hourly wage of £9.50 in the UK or £10.85 in London. Both rates are significantly higher than the government minimum for over 25s, which currently stands at £8.72 per hour. With this commitment, we joined more than 7000 other companies who support […]
