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2010 Census Toll Free Numbers
Posted on March 22, 2010 by smsgov
The 2010 Census is underway. Among other things, the results will determine federal funding to individual communities. If residents have not received a Census Form by April 12 or have not been visited by a Census Taker, they should call one of the Bureau’s toll-free help lines:
English: 1-866-872-6868
Chinese: 1-866-935-2010
Korean: 1-866-955-2010
Russian: 1-866-965-2010
Spanish: 1-866-928-2010
Vietnamese: 1-866-945-2010
TDD (Telephone Display Device for the hearing impaired): 1-866-783-2010
Puerto Rico (in English): 1-866-939-2010
Puerto Rico (in Spanish): 1-866-929-2010
The 2010 Census Form consists of 10 questions and takes approximately 10 minutes to complete. And, residents are assured by law that the Census Bureau cannot share an individual’s responses with anyone, including other federal agencies and law enforcement entities.
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How-to Become an SMS Approved Toll Free Resporg
Posted on March 22, 2010 by smsgov
The application process consists of three main steps:
1. Fill out and submit the 10 page Service Establishment Form.
2. Send your deposit to the SMS800 Help Desk. (about $4000)
3. Study for and pass the certification test
You can begin the application process by clicking here
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800 Meltdown Information
Posted on March 22, 2010 by smsgov
Can toll free numbers be completely diminished? With virtually all toll free numbers having been used by two or more persons/businesses already, this is very likely. The only thing keeping the system going is that people are releasing old toll free numbers. Once released, a toll free number is left dormant for several months and then re-released to the system for someone else to grab. Many people release a toll free not knowing that they are more likely to come back for another one in the future. If people stop releasing their toll frees and hold on to them, or worse yet, if they take on more than one and hold on to them, it could cause a toll free meltdown.
Can the industry meltdown? Find out more here.
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Media Outlets Continue To Cover Toll Free Service
Posted on March 21, 2010 by smsgov
We are not surprised at all the feedback we are getting over recent media coverage of the impact on toll free numbers on the corporate world, entertainment and hospitality industry, internet companies and personal use. It seems every day some outlet does a story about toll free phone numbers. The advantages of 1-800 numbers are now widely recognized and reported by various media outlets. It can take new businesses several years to create an established professional image. But start-up entrepreneurs now have an opportunity to win customer confidence literally overnight. The day they start offering potential customers a 1-800 number, they reap the benefits of this proven marketing tool.
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Disappearing Toll Frees Making Acquiring One Even Harder
Posted on March 21, 2010 by smsgov
Toll free numbers have such an extreme positive impact on any company, that it is rare for business owners to cancel their numbers. A plea for unused numbers to be released offered a brief reprieve earlier this year. But within weeks, the supply dropped again as thousands of new subscribers invested in toll free service each day.
Read more here.
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Do Your Toll Free Homework
Posted on March 21, 2010 by smsgov
Most People aren’t aware of the different toll free providers out there. Get the full list and poll yourself here.
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Spreading The Word About Toll Free
Posted on March 20, 2010 by smsgov
As telecommunications experts, we continue to spread the word about the scarcity of good toll free numbers and to keep you posted about the suspected release of new 855 (and possible 844) area code numbers by the FCC. Business owners should be prepared. With the economy still unsteady, this dearth of available 1-800 numbers comes at a time when economists are advising business owners to shift their marketing tactics to direct response—including using toll free to attract consumers and sustain relationships with existing customers on a personal level. Getting good numbers, with supplies dwindling, is becoming a challenge. The best advice is to obtain a good toll free phone number today from a reputable provider.
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Will Toll Frees be Used More This Year?
Posted on March 20, 2010 by smsgov
Growing concern over toll free usage this year: Businesses are concerned that the recent recession will cause them to face higher toll free usage and skyrocketing costs. A low cost toll free service is key and many businesses are opting to go with providers to fit the bill. Looking for well established providers that can offer affordable service and reliability are key…
Get information directly from the Wall Street Journal here.
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“Triggerfish” Technology Circumvents Phone Service Providers
Posted on March 20, 2010 by smsgov
Courts in recent years have been raising the evidentiary bar law enforcement agents must meet in order to obtain historical cell phone records that reveal information about a target’s location. But documents obtained by civil liberties groups under a Freedom of Information Act request suggest that “triggerfish” technology can be used to pinpoint cell phones without involving cell phone providers at all.
Read more here.
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