With the analogue to digital switchover only a few months away, housing associations are entering a critical phase. What was once considered a long-term infrastructure upgrade is now an immediate operational priority, with real implications for resident safety, service continuity and future care delivery.
The UK’s transition from analogue to digital networks will be completed by January 2027, impacting millions of homes and services across the country. For housing providers, particularly those supporting older and vulnerable residents, the question is no longer if they need to act, but rather how quickly and effectively they can prepare.
So, what does “readiness” actually look like? Our Managing Director, Peter Kerly, shares his advice on how housing and care providers can prepare for the upcoming changes.
Understanding which residents rely on analogue services, and what systems are already in place, is the foundation of a safe transition. Without this visibility, it becomes difficult to identify risk and prioritise action to ensure no one is overlooked in the transition. Digital platforms that centralise data and provide real-time oversight can play a critical role here, helping providers move from fragmented information to a clear, actionable view of their estate. For many residents, telecare systems are essential to their safety and wellbeing. Any disruption could have serious consequences.
Providers must take proactive steps to identify those at risk and ensure appropriate support is in place throughout the transition. This is where more advanced, insight-led solutions can add real value by combining monitoring, data and alerts to support faster, more informed responses when it matters most.
The move to digital is not always straightforward. Compatibility, connectivity and power dependency can all impact performance. Testing systems end-to-end and putting contingency plans in place is essential to maintaining continuity of service. Our Everon products are unique in that they are all cloud-based, designed with resilience in mind and don’t require expensive renovations to fit into existing buildings or infrastructure , which puts us as the leader in the conversation of enabling more reliable, scalable service delivery.
Communication is key to a smooth transition. Keeping residents informed and supported helps to build trust and reduce uncertainty about the introduction of new technology. Alongside this, adopting new digital solutions, such as discreet monitoring technologies like Night Owl, can help demonstrate the benefits of the transition, providing reassurance while enhancing safety and visibility without compromising privacy.
While meeting the switchover deadline is critical, it should not be treated as a tick-box exercise. The transition to digital presents a much broader opportunity to future-proof systems and build more sustainable models of care. Digitally connected solutions enable greater visibility, real-time insight and more proactive approaches to support. By combining technologies such as remote monitoring, mobile alerts and AI-driven insight, housing providers can move beyond reactive models and towards more preventative, resilient services.
Taking a longer-term view means investing in systems that are not only fit for the switchover, but adaptable, scalable and capable of evolving alongside changing resident needs. In doing so, providers can create environments that support both operational efficiency and the long-term wellbeing of residents.
The analogue to digital switchover is more than a technical upgrade, it’s a shift in how care and support can be delivered. With the deadline fast approaching, the focus must now be on taking practical steps to reduce risk, protect residents and ensure systems are fit for the future.
Want to understand how prepared you are? At Everon, we support housing providers at every stage of the digital transition, from auditing existing systems through to delivering fully digital, insight-led solutions.
Get in touch to find out how we can support your journey to the switchover today.
We take great pride in shining a spotlight on the incredible team that contributes to our company's success and makes a meaningful difference to the industry.
This month, we caught up with Richard Hosier, Group Product Owner for Everon Group.
With nearly two decades of industry experience, he has been instrumental in the migration of many clients from analogue equipment to digital solutions as we approach the digital switchover in January 2027.
Honestly? I fell into it- as many of the best careers seem to go!
As a young lad, I joined my local authority's alarm service, working my way through roles as an installer, alarm centre operator, assessor, team lead and more over about six years.
From there, I was approached by a manufacturer, and the rest, as they say, is history.
Decades later, what still drives me is simple: the tangible difference this industry makes to people's lives. That’s what led me to Everon. The business offers a genuinely exciting opportunity to make a real difference to people.
The talent in our solutions, development and R&D teams is exceptional, the ideas we have for how technology can help people are genuinely inspiring and I’m proud to be a part of such an innovative and impactful team.
Our use of AI to work smarter is already making a real difference and where we can take this next is something I find incredibly exciting.
I'm the Group Product Owner for Everon's product solutions spanning legacy, current and next-generation solutions, the products that sit inside a person's home.
My role covers everything from the look and feel of the devices through to specifying the features and functions we offer and continually finding ways to improve.
What excites me most is what's coming. The preventative and proactive monitoring capabilities we're developing will genuinely and meaningfully improve outcomes for the service users and patients who rely on us every day. That's not a small thing, and it's a privilege to be part of designing it.
This one means a lot to me. As Group Product Owner across multiple markets, a huge part of my responsibility is staying ahead of the constantly shifting infrastructure landscape, network degradation, analogue switch-off, operator sunset dates and building strategies to ensure our connected service users are never left without support.
I'm particularly proud that through careful planning and execution, across multiple operators and multiple countries, we navigated every single sunset date so far without one service user losing connection to their alarm receiving centre, carers or support staff. When you consider what that connection means to the people depending on it, that's one result I'm very proud of.
I've been happily married for 27 years and have two children - though I use that term (children, not happily) loosely these days! My son is 21 and got married in May 2025 and my daughter is nearly 20.
Life is very much in a new chapter. After years of being the "needed dad," I'm adjusting to an empty nest, a house move on the horizon, and the exciting, if slightly daunting, prospect of rediscovering hobbies. Watch this space!
Interested in joining our team? Please see our live vacancies here: https://everon-group.careers.haileyhr.app/
Turku, Finland, 18 May 2026
Everon Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Milja Saksi as its new Group CEO, effective 1 June 2026.
Milja Saksi brings over 20 years of experience in the healthcare and health tech industry, along with a strong track record of driving growth and transformation across Nordic companies.
Strong leadership for the next phase
As Everon enters its next phase, the company will continue to focus on strengthening its position in digital care solutions and supporting its customers in delivering high-quality care. Under Milja’s leadership, the company aims to continue its strong growth and strengthen its position in the current market in Sweden, the UK, and Finland.
“We are very pleased to welcome Milja Saksi to lead Everon into its next phase. Milja’s strong track record in driving growth and transformation, combined with her collaborative leadership style, makes her an excellent fit for Everon. We are confident that under her leadership, the company will continue to strengthen its market position and deliver long-term value for customers and stakeholders.”
— Mika Suomela, Chair of the Board, Everon Group
Acknowledgement of outgoing CEO Juha Sarsama
At the same time, Everon Group announces that current CEO Juha Sarsama will step down from his role at the end of May 2026.
During his tenure, Juha has played a key role in bringing together Everon’s country organisations into one unified group and establishing a strong foundation for future growth. Everon warmly thanks Juha for his dedication and leadership and wishes him all the best in his future endeavours.
“I am excited about this new possibility and look forward to working together with our dedicated people and customers to develop the whole industry further.”
— Milja Saksi
For further information, please contact:
Everon Group
Milja Saksi
milja.saksi@everon.se
+46 70 236 41 96
Mika Suomela, Chair of the Board, Everon Group
mika.suomela@versocapital.com
+358 50 483 4184
We’re thrilled to be rolling out a fully digital telecare equipment upgrade for 512 of Lancashire-based social housing provider, Progress Housing Group's independent living homes for people over the age of 55.
Our contract with Progress Housing Group runs until January 2029, ensuring that the housing provider’s independent living schemes are future-proofed and fully compliant with the signal requirements ahead of the analogue to digital switchover in January 2027.
We will be implementing our fully digital cloud-based telecare solution offering, designed for independent living settings, alongside a management platform supporting service monitoring across schemes.
Progress Housing Group tenants will benefit from an upgraded digital alarm service that supports continued safety and wellbeing, with minimal disruption in their homes. Once established on the Everon platform, PHG will have access to additional monitoring information to help identify potential incidents, such as falls, at an earlier stage and support a preventative approach to tenant safety.
Mark Smith, Director of Sales at Everon Group UK, says: ‘’This contract ensures the continued growth of Everon Group in the UK and fits our mission to deliver innovative and trusted digital living solutions that are person-centred. We are excited to support Progress Housing Group in enhancing their tenants’ quality of life as well as bolstering its digital systems ahead of the official switchover early next year.”
Tola Adesemowo. Director of Housing Operations at Progress Housing Group, adds: ‘’With the national digital switchover approaching, it is essential that we continue investing in technology that keeps our services reliable and fit for the future.
This upgrade will help ensure tenants in our independent living schemes continue to receive the support they need, while giving our teams better information to respond quickly and effectively, identifying risks earlier where additional support may be required.’’
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