Match Domain With An 855 Toll Free Number

Posted on September 17, 2010 by smsgov

Countless business owners have wanted to match their domain name to a toll free phone number but the match for 800, 888, 877 or 866 were already taken. But that wont be a problem soon for those who prepare because when the 855 area code numbers are allowed into the system, a whole slew of new custom numbers will become available. The 855 area codes should be released soon and now is the time for subscribers to prepare the perfect custom phone number. When the 855’s are ready, they will be registered quickly so the time to prepare is now.

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Studies Show VoIP Service Lacks Quality, Reliability

Posted on September 16, 2010 by smsgov

Recent reports about difficulties with broadband (VoIP) phone service is are no surprise to many of us in the telecommunications industry. Unlike fiber optic service, VoIP service may be lost during power outages. Connections to faxes are often problematic as are calls for emergency services. VoIP users may also find that some calls wont connect to the other party. And recent news reports mentioned concerns about connecting with 911 emergency services. Until these glitches are fixed, fiber optics is considered a superior option, particularly for toll free phone service.

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Dearth of (800) Numbers Causes Businesses Turn to (877) Numbers

Posted on September 15, 2010 by smsgov

With 1-800 numbers becoming more and more difficult to obtain, some business owners are finding relief by securing 877 numbers.

Supplies of 800 numbers are decreasing while demand is growing. According to the Federal Communications Commissions, toll free service is a valuable commodity for businesses and popularity is consistently on the rise. The availability of toll free numbers is plummeting yet there are no immediate plans by the FCC to overcome the shortage by launching the reserved 855 numbers

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What Toll Free Provider Has the Best Service?

Posted on September 14, 2010 by smsgov

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Once Illegal Practices Are Discovered

Posted on September 13, 2010 by smsgov

What happens if regulators discover illegal hoarding or sales of toll free numbers. If the FCC discovers illegal hoarding, they immediately send out disconnect and suspend letters to the owner of the numbers. Additionally, the brokering of toll free numbers can result in hefty fines. Remember, last year, an astounding daily fine of $11,000 was reportedly imposed on a California company accused of improperly using toll free numbers.

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Marketing Advice is Very Important

Posted on September 12, 2010 by smsgov

When advising our toll free customers, it is important that we steer them toward selecting a number that suits their company image and one that can be easily recalled by their consumers and clients. We also must take the time to remind them to always include their 800 numbers on your business cards, brochures, website, and to advertise the number liberally. Our advice as telecommunications experts is invaluable to business owners using toll free as a marketing strategy.

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Keeping Our Readers Posted About 855 Numbers

Posted on September 10, 2010 by smsgov

Each day that passes chips away at the remaining stock of toll free area code telephone numbers–a big commodity in the business world. It is September 2010 and we have been reporting for years on the dwindling supply of toll free numbers as thousands of new subscribers sign on daily for their own 1-800 number. Yet, we still wait to hear official word on the release of millions of new toll free numbers with an 855 area code. It appears to be happening soon-we hope within the next year at the latest. We continue to monitor the situation and keep our readers posted.

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Higher Demand Brings Greater Concerns

Posted on September 8, 2010 by smsgov

Is concern growing about the diminishing stock of 800 numbers? It appears to be. Higher demand for toll free service, especially in this economy, is depleting stocks of good numbers. Studies show that telephone orders can increase up to 60 percent and word of mouth referrals can rise by 200 percent if a toll free number is advertised. These types of statistics bring in thousands of new toll free subscribers every day. And these subscribers want access to a good supply of available numbers.

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Waiting to Order a Toll Free Could Be a Big Mistake

Posted on September 7, 2010 by smsgov

With the supply of available 800 numbers dwindling and no immediate plans by the FCC to launch additional numbers, experts advise that business owners and others interested in securing an 800 number should invest today.

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Indisputable Success Of Toll Free Service

Posted on September 5, 2010 by smsgov

The indisputable success of toll free phone numbers in the marketing world is the source of much discussion. It appears to be fail-proof. Customers who make transactions over the phone tend to order more merchandise than by internet or mail. Customer returns tend to decrease dramatically if customer support is provided over the phone. An response rates soar when advertisements include a toll free number. Studies show that customers equate toll free numbers with high quality services and products. Any company with a quality toll free number–especially a vanity number that matches their brand, name or image–sends the message that their products and services are of superior quality to those of a competitor.

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