Posted on March 7, 2010 by smsgov
For several months now, industry insiders have been advising anyone looking for a toll free number to secure one immediately. The warnings are apparently sinking in– applications for 800 numbers are at an all-time high as subscribers try to obtain a number while there are still some remaining.
Making the situation worse, hopes that the new 855 numbers would soon be released have been dashed as insiders report the launch of the numbers may be held off until 2011. Meanwhile more than two-thirds of available numbers have been taken and millions of new numbers are being registered each year.
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Posted on March 6, 2010 by smsgov
Telecommunications is an ever-changing industry. One staple in the past four decades has been toll fee phone service. Demand in 2010 far exceeds anyones prediction when the service was first introduced. In fact, the value of a 1-800 number is now a necessity for any business. A toll free phone number lends credibility to any business, enhances customer service, and increases customer confidence. Studies show that sales can double and word of mouth referrals increase, making toll free service indispensable. In a constantly revolving industry, toll free remains very stable and consistent.
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Posted on March 6, 2010 by smsgov
The federal government rationed coveted 800 numbers in 1995 until the new 888 area code was introduced a year later. Industry insiders are eagerly awaiting the outcome of this latest rationing proposal. Telecommunications experts are reportedly concerned that a toll free number ration could delay new phone service applications in the midst of one of the worst U.S. economic downturns in decades. New business owners are often clueless about the toll free industry and have found it difficult in past times to get a toll free up and running in times of rationing – and they’re hard pressesd to find out why. Get more information here.
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Posted on March 6, 2010 by smsgov
By a narrow defeat, telecommunications insiders say a proposal to ration the limited supply of existing toll free numbers has suffered a loss at 800 Services management System (SMS/800).
Rumors that a rationing program for the few remaining 800 numbers was imminent circulated through the telecommunications industry earlier this month. Supplies of 800, 888, 877, and 866 numbers are so depleted that availability is at an all-time low. But some say rationing the numbers, as the federal government did in 1995, is not the answer and could have a negative impact on the business community.
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Posted on March 5, 2010 by smsgov
Even with the limited supply of available toll free phone numbers, there are still toll free service providers that can obtain good custom numbers for their customers. It is true that supplies are severely depleted, however, with a reputable company, anyone can still get a very effective toll free number to use in advertising. These knowledgeable providers can also keep customers updated on the release of new toll free 855 numbers, expected to be appearing within the next 18 months. So, remember, there are still good companies within our industry that have been able to work around the dwindling supplies of toll free numbers and can offer their customers exceptional service.
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Posted on March 5, 2010 by smsgov
With a limited number of toll free possibilities, the finite numerical supply is nearly expended. Companies like AT&T and Verizon can quickly secure a number for any subscriber, then offer low rates, a variety of services and reliable fiber optic connections. There are also other providers that offer specialty toll free service at a lower cost – do your research as many do not use fiber optics, therefore diminishing call quality. Get more information here.
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Posted on March 5, 2010 by smsgov
Toll free service is essential for new companies, start-ups and any business trying to get a competitive edge. Insiders are concerned that if the existing available 800 numbers are rationed, some businesses could be doomed.
The severe shortage of 800, 888, 877, and 866 numbers already has the toll free service industry feeling uneasy. Now that rumors are circulating that rationing of numbers is about to begin, experts say anyone who wants to obtain a toll free number had better act now.
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Posted on March 4, 2010 by smsgov
As far as we can determine, there is still no word about a decision to allow more toll free area codes into the telecommunications marketplace. With the majority of existing numbers already taken, the need for new numbers is imminent. Numbers with the 855 (and 844 and so on..) area codes are being held in reserve for this specific purpose. It’s been a decade since new toll free phone numbers have been released for public use and demand grows every year. It’s time.
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Posted on March 4, 2010 by smsgov
Heeding recent warnings about the rapid decline of 800 numbers, subscribers are applying for toll free service at record rates. A steady stream of requests are pouring in for toll free 800, 888, 877, and 866 numbers and applications are expected to continue to rise this year. With no information on when a new toll free area code will be released, business owners are hard pressed to find a number ASAP. Read more here.
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Posted on March 4, 2010 by smsgov
There are no immediate plans to add another toll free pre-fix. In fact, the reserved 855 pre-fix numbers are not expected to be released for several years. Meanwhile, toll free phone numbers have become a staple of the business world and demand is consistently rising.
Industry insiders are recommending that anyone wishing to obtain a toll free number secure one immediately. There are an average of 8,000 new toll free numbers registered each day
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