Posted on February 13, 2010 by smsgov
A toll free number lends credibility to any business, enhances customer service, and increases customer confidence. There are no additional installations needed for a 1-800 number and the calls can be routed to any cell phone, landline, or fax. Studies show that sales can double and word of mouth referrals can increase by as much as 200% making toll free service an affordable and indispensable tool for any type of business.
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Posted on February 12, 2010 by smsgov
When the 855 toll free area codes are released (we still do not have a firm date but the buzz continues that it will be within the next year) the market will instantly open up and the rush will be on. Thousands and thousands of subscribers will want to get their perfect new number. Our best advice is for customers to get all the information they need now, line up a list of preferred numbers in order of preference, and wait to pounce. Call an established, reputable service provider now and learn how to prepare for the unleashing of these popular phone numbers.
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Posted on February 12, 2010 by smsgov
Some companies exclusively use fiber optic technology. Other toll free number service providers still use the less reliable VoIP, which does not provide the consistent connections of fiber optics. In fact, in some circumstances with VoIP, if the power fails, phone calls cannot be transmitted at all.
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Posted on February 11, 2010 by smsgov
California State Senator Leland Yee introduced a bill today that would stop doorstep delivery of white-pages telephone directories in California unless a customer opts to receive it. Under the proposal, telephone companies would have to get a customer’s consent before a white page directory could be delivered. The bill doesn’t specify how, but Yee envisions a toll-free number for customers to call. Cleveland and Miami have adopted similar local laws. Telephone books reportedly represent 660,000 tons of waste per year. An Environmental Protection Agency report states that not publishing phone books reduces greenhouse gases by about three times as much as recycling.
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Posted on February 11, 2010 by smsgov
Industry insiders say the soaring popularity of toll free service combined with the failure of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to release additional numbers have created a tight supply of 800 numbers in heavy demand. This demand is hard-pressing businesses to take action and get a toll free number as soon as possible. Get the full story here.
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Posted on February 10, 2010 by smsgov
The new Google toll free has come customers confused. Here is the lowdown: Google Nexus One phone users had hopes today of being able to dial a toll free phone number and speak with a Google representative for any type of support and question. But, they soon learned that the phone number is only “for questions about your existing order,” as Google’s support page clearly states. Immediately below the newly posted instructions for shipping questions, the “Technical Support” section now directs customers with problems with the phone to HTC, the phone’s manufacturer: “For technical support, please contact HTC customer care at 1-888-216-4736.
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Posted on February 10, 2010 by smsgov
VoIP users may also find that some calls they wish to make just wont connect to the other party. Until these glitches are fixed, fiber optics is considered a superior option, particularly for toll free phone service. Business owners who subscribe for an 800 number are dependent on clear, reliable connections to their customers and cannot risk losing business on unstable VoIP systems.
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Posted on February 10, 2010 by smsgov
In addition to the complete list of toll free telephone companies SMSGOV.com maintains; SMS-GOV.US also maintains a list of approved Toll Free Service Providers. We have compiled the full list below:
APPROVED RESPORGS: In alphabetical order
* 800pbx.com
* 800telecom.com
* Accudial.com
* AT&T
* BellSouth
* Covista Communications
* FreedomVoice Systems
* GotvMail.com
* Ifbyphone.com
* Kall8.com
* Onebox.com
* Opex Communications
* Phonepeople.com
* Pioneer Telephone
* PowerNet Global
* Qwest
* Ringcentral.com
* Sprint
* Telcan.net
* TeleCenter
* Tollfreeforwarding.com
* Tollfreemax.com
* Tollfreenumber.ORG
* Virtualpbx.com
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Posted on February 9, 2010 by smsgov
A colleague making plans to go to Vancouver for next week’s Olympic games re-affirmed our belief that toll fee phone numbers are a necessity in every type of business. He tells us that at every turn during the process of making plans for his trip, he called a toll free phone number. Airline tickets. (800 number) Hotel reservations (877 number) Car rental (800 number) Dinner reservations at the hottest sushi place (866 number) Tickets for events (888 number) He never paid for a single call to Vancouver. How can any business run in 2010 without a toll free number?
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Posted on February 9, 2010 by smsgov
When choosing toll free service, subscribers typically can select from a menu of services—calls routed to land lines, faxes, emails etc. and a variety of other features that suit their needs and their budget. Once a number is assigned, it stays with the owner permanently. If a company grows or moves locations, the numbers remains, safeguarding the connection to all their customers.
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