A Vehicle, Computer, and Toll Free Replaces Traditional Office

Posted on June 29, 2009 by smsgov

Saw an article in the Times about the new trend toward mobile offices replacing the traditional office space. Professionals and salespersons are ditching their expensive office space and running their business from their cars. With a laptop, cell phone and a toll free number, they can travel anywhere and stay in touch with clients. No rent, no utility bill. Everything they need is in their vehicle and with a toll free number, customers and clients can reach them anywhere at any time. When they go home, the whole office goes inside with them.

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Rationing of Toll Free?

Posted on June 23, 2009 by smsgov

Word of potential rationing of toll free numbers has been floating through the gossip mill lately. Rationing of toll free numbers is not a new concept. After 800 numbers ran dry in 1995 the federal government rationed numbers until the 888 numbers were launched a year later. Toll free service is essential for every business trying to get a competitive edge in tis economy. Insiders are concerned that if the existing available 800 numbers are rationed, some businesses could lose a viable marketing strategy.

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The Price of 800 Numbers are Going Up

Posted on June 23, 2009 by smsgov

Due to the ongoing scarcity of 800 area code phone numbers, recent reports are indicating that phone companies are beginning to raise the cost to obtain 800 numbers.

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Toll Free On The Rise For Power Companies

Posted on June 18, 2009 by smsgov

Power companies all along the East Coast are in the process of setting up toll free numbers in case of a hurricane this summer. As the annual storm season approaches, and with predictions indicating a high number of hurricanes in 2009, toll free phone service will be one of the main ways people can obtain information prior to the storm and assistance, if necessary, afterwards. For example, Virginia Dominion Power has set up 1-888-667-3000 to report outages or downed lines. The company’s outage reporting system, which consists of call-center representatives as well as an automated voice response unit, can handle up to 100,000 calls an hour.

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Failing Car Companies Connect To Customers With Toll Free Numbers

Posted on June 14, 2009 by smsgov

On the heels of an announcement that more than 700 Chrysler car dealerships would close early this summer, Chrysler has announced a new toll free customer service phone number for Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge vehicle owners. Anyone with concerns about service for their existing Chrysler vehicle or who needs information on purchasing a new car, can call 1-800-992-1997 for information.

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U.S. Pool of 1-800 Numbers Growing Thin

Posted on May 17, 2009 by smsgov

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. With a limited number of numerical possibilities, the finite supply is nearly expended.

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855 Area Code Not to Be Opened Anytime Soon

Posted on March 19, 2009 by smsgov

To overcome shortages of 1-800 numbers in the past, 888 and 877 were introduced in 1996 and 1998 respectively. Then, in 2000 the 866 numbers debuted. But toll free numbers have become such a valuable commodity that the stock is once again depleted. With an estimated five year wait before another new pre-fix is added, experts advise that obtaining a number immediately is essential.

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1(800) Phone Numbers are Depleted

Posted on March 3, 2009 by smsgov

UPDATE:  The scarcity of toll free numbers is having an impact on telecom businesses nationwide.  At&t no longer has 800 area codes available through it’s online toll free lookup tool.  A number of other providers have followed suit and stopped offering the 800 numbers to their telephone subscribers.

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The Price of 800 Numbers are Going Up

Posted on December 10, 2008 by smsgov

Due to the ongoing scarcity of 800 area code phone numbers, recent reports are indicating that phone companies are beginning to raise the cost to obtain 800 numbers.

Many providers are expected to follow suit.

Also Read:

The Toll Free Ration Bill

Proposed Ration Bil

800 Numbers Running Low

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U.S. Supply of 1-800 Numbers Running Low

Posted on June 29, 2008 by smsgov

Experts warn that the U.S. supply of available 1-800 numbers, dwindling for years, is now nearly depleted.

Toll free numbers enable callers to reach businesses, organizations, and non-profits without having to pay for the call. This marketing tool has been so successful that the available 1-800, 888, 877, and 866 numbers are decreasing while demand is growing at unprecedented rates.

The popularity of the 1-800 number, launched in 1967, led the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to add the new pre-fixes 888 and 877 in the mid-1990s. When availability of those numbers plummeted, 866 was added in 2000 to overcome the shortage. Now, eight years later, the stock of toll free numbers in the United States is once again severely limited.

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. With a limited number of numerical possibilities, the finite supply is nearly expended.

There are no immediate plans to add another toll free pre-fix. In fact, the reserved 855 pre-fix is 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.

According to the FCC, toll free numbers are becoming increasingly popular for business and personal use. The supply of disconnected numbers is low because 800 numbers are extremely effective in helping businesses thrive. Toll free numbers increase market reach, enhance customer confidence, establish recognition of brand image, and sustain businesses during a weak economy. Because businesses that offer 1-800 numbers prosper, disconnected numbers returned into the system are scarce.

The best way to obtain a toll free number before supply runs out completely is to contact a reliable toll free service provider that has access to the database of available numbers. On the SMSGOV.COM “companies” page, we list providers that will assist subscribers in finding a quality toll free number at a very low cost. Until a new pre-fix is launched, which could take years, it appears the race is on to secure the remaining numbers.

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