The 3CX Phone System, Deployed and Managed for UK Businesses

Cloud-hosted or on-premise 3CX PBX, licensed correctly and integrated with your VoIP lines, softphones and existing number range — installed, configured and supported by our team, backed by our 99% SLA guarantee.

Licensed & Sized Correctly

We assess your call volume and concurrent-call needs before recommending a 3CX licence tier, so you're never paying for capacity you don't use.

Fast, Managed Deployment

We handle the install, extension setup and integrations, so your team can start making calls without wrestling with PBX configuration yourselves.

Monitored & Supported

Ongoing monitoring, patching and support for your 3CX phone system, backed by 24/7 monitoring and our 99% SLA guarantee.

3CX phone system installation and support for UK businesses

3CX is a software-based phone system that replaces a traditional hardware PBX with a platform you can host in the cloud or run on your own server, connecting to your existing VoIP lines or SIP trunks rather than requiring a fresh phone network from scratch. It supports desktop and mobile apps, browser-based calling, video conferencing, call queues and voicemail-to-email, all managed from a single web console — which is exactly why so many UK businesses moving away from a legacy phone system land on 3CX as the platform, then need someone to actually deploy and look after it properly.

Getting the licensing right is where most self-managed deployments go wrong. 3CX licenses by simultaneous call count rather than by user, which means a 20-person team that rarely has more than six people on the phone at once needs a very different tier to a call centre where nearly everyone is on a call simultaneously. We size this against your actual calling patterns rather than your headcount, so you're not overpaying for concurrency you'll never use or under-provisioned for your busiest hour.

Integration is the other place a 3CX phone system either earns its keep or becomes another disconnected tool. We connect it to your existing SIP trunks or VoIP lines, port your existing numbers where possible, and configure the desktop and mobile apps so staff working from the office, from home or on the road all have the same extension and call history. Where it's useful, we also configure CRM click-to-dial and call logging integrations, so the phone system feeds into how your team already works rather than sitting apart from it.

A self-hosted PBX exposed to the internet is also a genuine security consideration, not a footnote — misconfigured 3CX systems are a known target for toll fraud and unauthorised call routing. We configure firewall rules, session border controller settings and access restrictions properly at deployment, then keep the system patched and monitored on an ongoing basis, rather than leaving a phone system installed once and never revisited.

Migrating to 3CX from an existing system is also something worth planning rather than rushing. If you're moving off a legacy hardware PBX, we map every current extension, hunt group and voicemail box before cutover, so nothing quietly disappears on go-live day. If you're moving from a different hosted VoIP provider, we check contract notice periods and number porting timescales in advance, since porting can take longer than the 3CX deployment itself if it isn't started early. Either way, we aim for a cutover where staff notice a better phone system, not a disruptive one.

Why UK businesses choose 3CX

3CX has become one of the most widely deployed PBX platforms among UK SMEs because it separates the phone system from any single hardware vendor or handset — you can run it in the cloud, on a Windows or Linux server on-site, or as a managed private cloud instance, and connect whichever SIP trunk provider gives you the best rates and coverage. That flexibility matters for a business that's grown through mergers, office moves or a shift to hybrid working, where a rigid, hardware-locked phone system quickly becomes the thing holding everything else back.

Cost-Efficient Licensing

Licensing by simultaneous calls rather than per seat means a growing headcount doesn't automatically mean a growing phone bill, provided the tier is sized against real usage rather than guessed at.

Built for Hybrid Teams

Desktop, mobile and browser-based softphone apps all share the same extension and call history, so staff working from home or on the road are as reachable as someone sitting at a desk in the office.

Integrates With What You Already Use

3CX connects to standard SIP trunks and common CRM platforms, so you're not forced to replace your existing number range or your customer records system to make the phone system work.

What we manage for you

The 3CX deployment and support work most businesses would rather not handle themselves.

3CX phone system deployment

3CX Deployment & Licensing

Cloud-hosted or on-premise 3CX installed, licensed to your actual call volume and configured for go-live.

Deployment
SIP trunk and number porting

SIP Trunk & Number Porting

Existing numbers ported and connected to your new 3CX system, with SIP trunks configured for call quality.

Connectivity
24/7 phone system monitoring

24/7 Monitoring & Patching

Your 3CX system watched around the clock, patched promptly and secured against unauthorised call routing.

Monitoring

Our approach to 3CX phone systems

Right-Sized Licensing

We size your 3CX licence tier against actual concurrent-call data, not headcount or guesswork, so you pay for the capacity your business genuinely needs.

Secured From Day One

Firewall rules, access restrictions and session settings are configured properly at deployment, then kept patched and monitored, rather than left as a one-off install.

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How it works

From first conversation to a live, monitored 3CX phone system.

1

Assessment

We review your current calling patterns, number range and any existing SIP trunk or PBX hardware.

2

Licensing & Design

We recommend the right 3CX tier and hosting model, cloud or on-premise, based on your actual usage.

3

Deploy & Port

We deploy the system, port your existing numbers and configure desktop and mobile apps for every user.

4

Monitor & Support

24/7 monitoring, patching and support for your 3CX system, backed by our 99% SLA guarantee.

UK businesses come to us when

Call quality is inconsistent and nobody's sure whether it's the phone system, the SIP trunk or the network
They're paying for a 3CX licence tier that was never actually matched to real call volume
A previous 3CX install was never properly secured and they're worried about toll fraud
Remote and hybrid staff can't be reached on their office extension when working from home
Nobody in the business currently patches or monitors the phone system at all
A legacy hardware PBX is ageing out and they want a platform that isn't tied to one vendor
They want their phone system integrated with their CRM for click-to-dial and call logging
They're opening a new office and need extensions and numbers set up without a fresh phone project each time
They want one provider managing the phone system alongside connectivity and IT support instead of three suppliers

Why choose Cloudswitched for your 3CX phone system?

We size your 3CX licence tier against actual concurrent-call data, not headcount, so you're never paying for capacity you don't use.

Deployment, licensing and ongoing patching are handled by the same team, so there's no gap between the people who set the system up and the people who support it when something needs attention months later.

Deployment includes number porting, SIP trunk configuration and app setup for every user, whether they're in the office, at home or on the road.

Security is built in from day one — firewall rules, access restrictions and session settings configured properly, then kept patched and monitored rather than left as a one-off install.

Your 3CX system sits alongside our wider connectivity, network administration and managed IT support services, so if a call quality issue turns out to be a network problem rather than the phone system itself, the same team can fix it.

We're upfront about whether cloud-hosted or on-premise 3CX suits your business better, and we'll review your licence tier again as your team and call volumes change, rather than leaving you locked into a spec that no longer fits.

3CX phone system — engineer configuring a business PBX

What we cover for your 3CX phone system

01

Cloud-Hosted 3CX PBX

3CX deployed on our managed cloud infrastructure, removing the need for on-site server hardware while keeping full functionality.

02

On-Premise 3CX Deployment

For businesses that prefer to keep the PBX on-site, we install and secure 3CX on your own Windows or Linux server.

03

SIP Trunk & Number Porting

Existing numbers ported and SIP trunks configured and tuned for call quality, rather than left on default settings.

04

Mobile & Softphone Apps

Desktop, mobile and browser-based apps configured for every user, so staff are reachable wherever they're working.

05

Ongoing Management & Security Patching

Continuous monitoring, prompt patching and access control review, so your phone system stays secure and available.

3CX Phone System Options

Pricing depends on licence tier, hosting model and number of SIP trunks. Every quote is tailored — get in touch for a free assessment.

Standard

Cloud-hosted 3CX for single-site teams

POA/ monthly
  • Cloud-hosted 3CX PBX
  • Number porting
  • Desktop & mobile apps
  • 24/7 proactive monitoring
  • CRM integration
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Business

3CX with CRM integration and full support

POA/ monthly
  • Cloud or on-premise 3CX
  • CRM integration
  • 24/7 proactive monitoring
  • 99% SLA guarantee
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Enterprise

Multi-site 3CX with dedicated account management

POA/ custom quote
  • Multi-site deployment
  • Advanced call routing
  • Dedicated account manager
  • Priority fault handling
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Why Cloudswitched for your 3CX phone system?

A phone system is core infrastructure, not an afterthought. Here's what sets us apart.

Licensing sized to real usage

We size your 3CX tier against actual concurrent-call data, not headcount, so you never overpay for capacity you don't need.

Secured from day one

Firewall rules, access restrictions and session settings are configured properly at deployment, then kept patched and reviewed.

99% SLA guarantee

A written service level commitment on your phone system, not just a marketing promise.

Full call quality visibility

We monitor call quality and SIP trunk performance, catching degradation before it becomes a dropped call.

Phone system plus IT support

VoIP, connectivity, cloud email and managed IT support sit under the same roof, so problems don't get passed between suppliers.

Honest hosting advice

We'll recommend cloud-hosted or on-premise 3CX based on what actually suits your business, not the option easiest for us to sell.

No hidden markups

We're upfront about licence cost, SIP trunk cost and our management fee, so quotes are easy to compare.

Plans that scale with you

Adding users, extensions or a new office is a conversation, not a full renegotiation of your licence.

No long lock-in surprises

Contract terms are explained clearly before you sign, so there's nothing awkward buried in the small print later.

3CX vs a traditional hardware PBX vs a hosted VoIP provider

A traditional hardware PBX ties you to physical handsets and a specific vendor, with upgrades meaning a costly hardware refresh rather than a software update. A fully hosted VoIP provider removes the hardware but often locks you into their platform, their handsets and their pricing, with limited control over configuration. 3CX sits between the two: it's software you can run in the cloud or on your own server, connect to whichever SIP trunk provider suits you, and configure without being tied to a single vendor's roadmap. For most UK SMEs replacing an ageing PBX or moving away from a rigid hosted provider, that flexibility — combined with licensing based on concurrent calls rather than per seat — is usually what makes 3CX the more cost-effective long-term choice, provided it's deployed and secured properly. It's also worth factoring in the cost of getting it wrong: an incorrectly licensed system either strands you mid-call during your busiest hour, or quietly overcharges you every month for capacity nobody's using, and both are easy to avoid with a proper assessment upfront rather than a guess at sign-up.

About 3CX phone systems in the UK

3CX has grown into one of the most widely deployed software PBX platforms among UK SMEs, largely because it decouples the phone system from any single handset vendor or SIP trunk provider. Businesses moving away from an ageing hardware PBX, or away from a hosted VoIP provider that's become too rigid or expensive, frequently land on 3CX as the platform of choice.

What to look for in a provider: a licence tier properly sized against your actual concurrent-call data, genuine security configuration rather than a default install left exposed to the internet, and ongoing monitoring so faults and patching aren't left to chance.

Sectors we support: professional services firms needing CRM-integrated calling, retailers and hospitality groups with multiple sites, and any hybrid team that needs staff reachable on the same extension whether they're in the office or at home.

How we deliver it: Our deployment and support is remote-first for businesses across the UK, with on-site coordination for physical handset installs when genuinely needed.

Delivery model

Remote-first, UK-wide

24/7 monitoring and patching for every 3CX deployment we manage, with on-site coordination for handset installs when genuinely needed.

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Product

3CX Phone System

3cx phone system

Cloud-hosted or on-premise 3CX PBX, licensed to your call volume, integrated with your existing numbers and monitored around the clock.

Service

VoIP Phone System Deployment

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SIP trunking, number porting and softphone configuration for UK businesses, delivered alongside your 3CX deployment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about the 3CX phone system? We've answered the most common ones below.

What exactly is the 3CX phone system?

3CX is a software-based PBX that can be hosted in the cloud or run on your own server, connecting to standard SIP trunks and supporting desktop, mobile and browser-based calling apps rather than requiring proprietary hardware handsets.

How much does a 3CX phone system cost?

Pricing depends on the licence tier, hosting model and number of SIP trunks required. We'll assess your call volume and provide a tailored, transparent quote rather than a generic per-user price.

Cloud-hosted or on-premise 3CX — which do I need?

Cloud-hosted suits most businesses that don't want to manage server hardware; on-premise suits those with specific compliance or infrastructure requirements. We'll recommend based on your setup rather than a default answer.

Do I need new handsets to use 3CX?

No — most staff can use the desktop, mobile or browser-based softphone apps without any physical handset, though we can also configure compatible desk phones where they're genuinely preferred.

Can we keep our existing phone numbers?

In almost all cases, yes. We handle the number porting process as part of deployment, so your existing numbers transfer across to the new system.

How long does a 3CX deployment take?

A straightforward single-site deployment typically takes one to two weeks including number porting; multi-site or CRM-integrated deployments can take longer, which we'll confirm at assessment stage.

Is 3CX secure by default?

Not without proper configuration. A misconfigured PBX exposed to the internet is a known target for toll fraud, which is why we configure firewall rules and access restrictions properly at deployment and keep the system patched afterwards.

Will remote and hybrid staff be able to use it properly?

Yes — the mobile and desktop apps give remote staff the same extension, voicemail and call history as someone working from the office, so they're just as reachable wherever they're working.

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