Posted on June 27, 2011 by smsgov
Reality television has become the main source of entertainment televised on network, and cable, stations in the past decade. And the contest/competition programming regularly use toll free telephone numbers to connect with viewers and to gauge popularity of the performers, whether they are singing, dancing or displaying other talents. These popular competition shows rely on toll free phone numbers to meter viewership, allows audience participation and gives clues to which segments and components of these shows resonate with the audience, and which do not. Toll free, in these cases, is used for marketing at its best.
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Posted on June 11, 2011 by smsgov
The Red Cross has instituted a new 1-800 number that will make it easier for people to reach their loved ones in active military service. Starting Monday, June 13 members of the military and their families can utilize the toll free telephone number 1-877-272-7337 to send a message to service personnel in an emergency. Currently, dialing this toll free number only works for families living at military installations. But thanks to the Red Cross, this changes on Monday.
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Posted on June 8, 2011 by smsgov
With a series of natural disasters hitting the U.S. this spring, the federal government would like to spread the word about how people can reach toll free assistance in the aftermath of these tragedies. Anyone who had damages from a natural disaster can call toll-free at 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or TTY 1-800-462-7585. Both numbers are available seven days a week, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. (EST) until further notice. Help is available in several languages.
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Posted on May 30, 2011 by smsgov
Happy Memorial Day from everyone at SMSGOV. We send out our gratitude and best wishes to all military, past and present. To help some of our heroes wounded in combat, call 1-877-TEAM-WWP.
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Posted on May 27, 2011 by smsgov
855 toll free telephone numbers, newly available as of the fall of 2010, have proven extremely popular. While thousands upon thousands of these numbers have already been secured by subscribers, there are still ample supplies left, These new batch of numbers allow businesses more creativity to match a domain name, a company name or slogan. Contact a provider to find out more information on obtaining an 855 phone number.
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Posted on May 24, 2011 by smsgov
Gas prices nationwide dipped this week and are expected to continue to drop through the Memorial Day weekend, prompting more holiday travel than initially expected. And along with these travel plans, we expect to see a boon in toll free telephone number usage this week. 1-800 numbers will be used to make plans for hotels, air travel, and for tickets to shows and major league baseball games. Toll free and travel plans go hand in hand and with the (slight) decrease in gasoline prices this week, Memorial Day travel plans are on the rise.
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Posted on May 20, 2011 by smsgov
Every week we here about a slight new boost on the economy–small businesses are beginning to open and grow. The 855 toll free telephone numbers, released for use last fall, added millions of new toll free combinations into the telecommunications industry and when the 844 telephone numbers are released, millions more will become available. New businesses and non-profits are opening nationwide and these new toll free telephone numbers will help build business and sustain growth.
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Posted on May 15, 2011 by smsgov
We all know there are hundreds of federal toll free phone numbers to offer resources and information. But in recent years the state offices have implemented toll free numbers to provide information on weather, travel conditions, social services and more. And it doesn’t stop there. We have noticed that some local communities throughout the nation, especially locales that are vacation spots or tourist destinations also now have 1-800 numbers available. These local toll free numbers provide travelers with all the information that a traditional chamber of commerce or visitors center would offer.
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Posted on May 8, 2011 by smsgov
Happy Mother’s Day to all from SMS.gov. This holiday is actualy a very busy one for those who offer toll free telephone numbers. Restaurant reservations, flowers and candy delivered, tickets to shows and events are all reliant on toll free numbers to connect business and customer. Toll free is a big part of these “greeting card” hoidays. Always has been and always will be.
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Posted on April 30, 2011 by smsgov
How often do you use a toll free telephone number? Studies indicate that most people use them very frequently-several times per month on average. Those who travel regularly for business or pleasure use them all the time. Toll free is a common form of communication and continues to grow–the fast-track popularity of the newest toll free phone numbers–the 855–prove that toll free continues to increase in use every year.
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