Prepare to Get Your 855 Numbers. Educate Yourself First.

Posted on July 31, 2010 by smsgov

Discussion and speculation about the new 855 toll free area codes is growing as anticipation rises. Ever since we heard that there appears to have been a formal recommendation to the FCC f the release of the new 855 toll free area code numbers, there has been some information circulating that conflicts with other info making the rounds. But no matter the details, it is time for consumers to learn how to obtain their own custom 855 number as soon as the pool becomes available. Potential subscribers should contact a reputable toll free service provider and learn how to prepare to get a new custom 855 toll free phone number.

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Perhaps a Virtual Office is What You Need

Posted on July 31, 2010 by smsgov

When starting a new company, there are many decisions to be made on communications, advertising, marketing, and customer service. Toll free phone service combined with virtual office systems streamlines management needs and reduces communications costs. With a toll free phone system that mimics corporate phone set-ups, any small business can have comprehensive telephone connections without having to install any new equipment or purchase new set-ups. We are finding that virtual office systems are becoming more and more popular, especially as companies attempt to keep their staff costs down.

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The FCC’s Role In Toll Free, Simplified

Posted on July 31, 2010 by smsgov

Although we have discussed this on this site previously, it seems there are still some misunderstandings about the FCC’s role in toll free practice. The FCC does not play a role in the assignment of numbers to subscribers, however they do regulate the guidelines under which 1-800 numbers can be used and obtained. For instance, the hoarding and warehousing of numbers is prohibited and punishable with severe fines—recently illustrated by a citation for an $11,000 fine each day a California company continued to implement improper toll free practices. Numbers are assigned by toll free carriers and phone companies.

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