Dearth Of Toll Free Numbers Continues.

Posted on May 27, 2009 by smsgov

The dearth of toll free numbers continues. More than two-thirds of the available supply of 800, 888, 877, and 866 numbers are taken and millions of new subscribers are registering every year. Business owners who wait much longer to obtain a number might find themselves out of luck. In a competitive market, a toll free number is a valuable commodity for every business. Some carriers still have access to a good stock of numbers but with toll free in such demand, one cant help but wonder how long these supplies will last?

Filed under: Information | Tagged: , , | Leave a comment »

Your Number vs. Toll Free Number

Posted on May 27, 2009 by smsgov

Experts say that consumers recognize that many of the advantages of 1-800 numbers outweigh standard local phone service. Toll free service is becoming increasingly common with parents wishing to keep in close contact with children and teens. Businesses with a 1-800 number see increases in sales, word of mouth referrals and a decrease in product returns. Standard local phone service does not provide any of these advantages.

Read more here.

Filed under: Information | Tagged: , , | Leave a comment »