Posted on May 16, 2009 by smsgov
According to the FCC, toll free numbers “have proven successful for businesses and are increasingly popular for personal use.” Toll free phone numbers give companies an edge over the competition by allowing customers to call for information on a product or service without being charged. This type of personal service is key to a successful business. The ability to speak to a company representative about the product, shipping options and availability of the item provides a sense of security in the product and lends legitimacy to the business.
Read more here.
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Posted on May 6, 2009 by smsgov
If approved, this would be the second time toll free numbers were rationed. The federal government rationed coveted 800 numbers in 1995 until the new 888 pre-fix was introduced a year later. Industry insiders are eagerly awaiting the outcome of this latest rationing proposal. Telecommunications experts are reportedly concerned that a toll free number ration could delay new phone service applications in the midst of one of the worst U.S. economic downturns in decades.
Read more here.
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Posted on April 28, 2009 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 numbers are decreasing while demand is growing at unprecedented rates.
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Posted on April 9, 2009 by smsgov
In the aftermath of the tragedy at the American Civic Association., the U.S. Department of Justice has set up two toll-free telephone numbers and is providing funding to assist victims and their families.
The toll-free number for within the U.S. is 1-866-361-9056, and the international access number is 1-916-962-6285; the Department will accept the charges from collect international callers. Both numbers are available on a 24-hour basis and will be manned by operators with full translation support for at least the next two weeks. The special numbers are designed to assist victims and their families with information about victim services, and provide a means for the general public to help with victim support or to contact law enforcement.
http://www.wbng.com/news/local/42609622.html
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Posted on April 6, 2009 by smsgov
Technology Marketing Corporation (TMC), based in Norwalk, CT and founded in 1972, is the world’s leading business to business and integrated marketing media company, servicing niche markets within the communications and technology industries. Last week, they issued a report on their website regarding SMSGOV.com and the limited availability of toll free numbers that could have a substantial impact on small companies nationwide.
Read more here:
http://www.tmcnet.com/usubmit/-database-available-toll-free-phone-numbers-running-dangerously-/2009/03/02/4022612.htm
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Posted on March 20, 2009 by smsgov
There is an increasing demand for toll free phone numbers despite the financial slow down. However, those who are applying for new toll free numbers are facing problems in finding new numbers, which is suspected to be caused by the illegal hording of the toll free numbers.
Read the full report on CBS4
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Posted on March 20, 2009 by smsgov
Posted on February 7, 2009 by smsgov
Reports are swirling this week after the DMV announced that they plan to discontinue the use of their long time toll free numbers, 1-800-DIAL-DMV and 1-800-CALL-DMV; insiders are now recieving reports that the DMV will most-likely reinstate the toll free numbers if the public expresses dissatisfaction toward the recent cost-saving decision.
Insiders at the DMV have stated that the decision has not faired well with the public thusfar which the DMV expected. It is likely that the 800 numbers will not stay disconnected for long.
Even so, this may be a first strike against the governments use of 800 numbers to stay in contact with the public.
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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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Posted on November 28, 2008 by smsgov
Toll free service has gone through several incarnations over the past four decades. First, 800 numbers were primarily used by big business. This is still the case—almost all of the Fortune 500 companies have an 800 number. Then, toll free service became more affordable and easy to obtain, causing a surge in use by small businesses, online companies, and not-for-profits. Now, personal use is all the rage.
Continue the story…
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