Toll Free Helps Finding Parking Spaces?

Another interesting and creative use for toll free phone numbers–This is according to Nooga.com:

Starting yesterday, drivers are able to pay for parking in downtown CARTA lots using their cell phones. Chattanooga is the first city in Tennessee to adopt technology made available by Parkmobile, a global company seeking to bring innovative technologies to the simple concept of paid parking. 

The service, which is offered free of charge to the city, will require drivers to pay an extra 35 cent service charge for every transaction made using the technology. Parking can purchase time through a smartphone app, or by calling a toll free number. 

 

 

844 Still Pending

Every week we field questions about a potential new round of toll free area code telephone numbers. (The 844 numbers) We are confident that the 844 area codes will be released at some point in the next year or so. The demand for toll free numbers is so growing so it is a given that the 844 numbers will come into play when needed. We are on top of this situation and will let you know as soon as we hear anything from our sources.

New Domains in 2012; New World of Marketing

With the announcement that new domain names will be allowed next January–we no longer have to stick with .com or .org etc–it reminds us how this will open up a whole new world of advertising and marketing options, in a similar way that new toll free telephone area codes open up telecommunications marketing possibilities. The new domains will allow for example, IBM to end their site name with .IBM. (www. technology.ibm for example….) We agree that giving more options to businesses and to the consumer will help all types of companies.

1-800 Summer Safety

Summer is the time for fun and sun. But it is also historically a time when a higher average of accidents occur–particularly with children. Toys, blow-up pools, citronella candles and other summertime items pose a threat if not handled properly. Nearly every item has a 1-800 number for consumers to call if they have any questions or concerns about the proper use of any type of product. Or call the US Consumer Product Safety Commission at 800-638-2772.

New Toll Free number for Active Military Personnel

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.

Toll free Helps Marathoners Raise Charity Funds

In San Diego today, 3,100 Team in Training runners joined forces in a marathon to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Together, they raised $9 million for LLS. The city residents and other supporters came out in force to watch the runners, lining the streets, many of which were closed from downtown to Sea World to accommodate the marathoners. To learn more about Team in Training or to participate in 2012, call toll free 1-800-482-TEAM.

Memorial Day Weekend Travel

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.

844 Area Code Series

On the heels of the success of the 855 toll free telephone numbers, we are fielding a great many questions about the next series of toll-the 844 numbers. We are  awaiting word on the release of the 844 area code series. We re confident that since the 855 numbers have been so successful, there is no doubt that the 844 numbers will will coming along within the next year or so.

Toll Free Adds New Dimension to Commerce.

Toll free telephone service adds a new dimension to marketing and commerce for any type of business or non-profit–especially in the 21st century when the majority of advertising is online. When a customer cannot find a phone number on a website or through and APP, they often move on to a different company or site. Customers want convenience and they want a free connection. By providing toll free service, businesses add this new dimension and reap the benefits of a 1-800 number.

Victims of Recent Tornadoes Need Assistance.

Victims of last week’s vicious tornadoes in Alabama,Tennessee and nearby regions need your assistance. To help, call 1-800-REDCROSS.