Posted on August 19, 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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Posted on August 19, 2010 by smsgov
The FCC has a long history of reviewing legislation with regard to the use of toll free. For instance, the Telecommunications Act of 1996 amended section 228 to impose more stringent restrictions on the use of toll-free numbers to charge consumers for information services. On July 11, 1996, the Commission amended its rules governing interstate pay-per-call (900 numbers) and other information services to address abusive practices that threatened public confidence in toll-free numbers and left telephone subscribers vulnerable to unexpected charges for calls and information services.
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Posted on August 18, 2010 by smsgov
Have you seen the latest news about the FCC and the federal government deciding whether to regulate the internet in a similar manner to the regulation of the phone system in the 1930s: Check out http://biggovernment.com
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Posted on August 18, 2010 by smsgov
In March 1998, the FCC ordered the fair distribution of vanity toll free numbers. The Commission concluded that assigning vanity numbers would be on a first-come, first-served basis to ensure fair allocation of numbers. The FCC decided that “a first-come, first-served process is also the most efficient method for assigning toll free numbers because it is the most easily administered and least expensive way to allocate numbers.” The FCC also announced that the the first-come, first-served system avoids disputes among subscribers over who is entitled to a particular number.
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Posted on August 18, 2010 by smsgov
When getting a full service toll free/virtual office system, advise your clients to carefully consider the options. For instance, they should think carefully before getting the type of automated system that may turn off potential customers. These systems can be effective for some types of businesses: but they can be a detriment for many others. Consider whether an automated system matches a company’s image. If they do decide to go with an IVR system, buying one instead of renting one typically makes more financial sense.
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Posted on August 17, 2010 by smsgov
The millions of new combinations that will become available when the 855 toll free area codes are released by the FCC will help business owners nationwide get creative custom phone numbers. Plus, the 855 toll free area code telephone numbers will open the doors to match millions of new domain with toll free numbers. Business owners who do not have the ability to match their domain name with their toll free phone number because the 800, 888, 877, and 866 combos are taken, will now have plenty of new options. We hear that the 855 numbers could be set free within months.
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Posted on August 17, 2010 by smsgov
In 1991, the Federal Communications Commission enacted a regulation that made 1-800 numbers ‘portable’—this simply means the number can be moved from carrier to carrier. (This is referred to as “porting” the number.) The idea was that subscribers should never have to worry about losing control of their preferred phone number if they switch carriers and they should never be locked into inferior phone service.
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Posted on August 17, 2010 by smsgov
To overcome severe shortages of available 800, 888, 877, and 866 numbers, hoarding of these cherished phone numbers by toll free providers, and also by individual subscribers, has emerged into an unwelcome black market.
Read more here.
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Posted on August 16, 2010 by smsgov
On September 20, at 8 p.m. (EST) Support Connection will present “Tune In and Take Charge: Don’t Face It Alone”: a toll free teleconference for women with ovarian cancer. In addition to offering educational information, the event allows women with ovarian cancer to gain support from other survivors, regardless of where they live and at no charge–the phone call is free. Women interested in participating should call Support Connection now to register. On the night of the teleconference, participants will call a special toll free phone number. To learn more 1-800-532-4290. The event is being held in September in recognition of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
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Posted on August 16, 2010 by smsgov
Attempts to profit from the illegal sale of 800, 888, 877, and 866 numbers are in response to rapidly dwindling supplies. Thee FCC rules were established and are very clear. Hoarding and Brokering of toll free phone numbers is unlawful. Our experts advise anyone interested in obtaining an 800 number should legally obtain a toll free number through a reliable toll free service provider.
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