Posted on May 17, 2010 by smsgov
To help users get the numbers they wanted and to help alleviate system congestion, the SMS/800 Management Team worked with the Resp Orgs and the Federal Communications Commission to make the change and set a regular sparing schedule.
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Posted on May 17, 2010 by smsgov
Where are all the 800 numbers going? Industry experts say toll free service is now a staple of any type of business. Small business owners, following the lead of the CEO’s of nearly half the Fortune 500 companies, are securing toll free vanity phone numbers as a strategic marketing tool. Personal use of toll free numbers has skyrocketed as parents secure an 800 number to stay in touch with their teens, college-aged children, and elderly parents.
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Posted on May 15, 2010 by smsgov
With several million new toll free numbers registered each year, the supply of toll free numbers is quickly depleting. The scarcity is causing a rush to obtain new toll free numbers or to register for disconnected numbers returned back to the system. Experts say this type of intense demand can lead to price-gouging and unethical hidden fees. The safest and most cost effective way to secure a toll free number is to contact a reputable service provider such as the one we list on our COMPANIES page at SMSGOV.COM.
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Posted on May 15, 2010 by smsgov
As the use of toll free phone service grows at record rates, the popularity of fiber optic toll free service is now far exceeding that of VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) service.
In fact, recent news reports indicate that many companies are dropping VoIP systems and replacing them with fiber optic service, the most advanced technology available.
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Posted on May 14, 2010 by smsgov
The continuation of the massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico has promoted new toll free telephone numbers for information and assistance. The latest: Florida has set up a toll free telephone line to provide residents and visitors with information about the spill. Gov. Charlie Crist has announced activation of the line – 1-888-337-3569. Operators will answer questions about the state’s response activities, volunteer opportunities and health, safety and protective tips. The line is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days per week.
Read more: http://www.miamiherald.com/2010/05/13/1627465/florida-sets-up-oil-spill-information.html#ixzz0nqq98J1r
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Posted on May 14, 2010 by smsgov
When a 1-800 number is disconnected and cooled-off, it is returned to the database and becomes instantly in demand. Waiting for a “perfect” retired number is a mistake. Only a small percentage of used numbers become available each year; and new unused numbers are going fast. The most cost effective and efficient way to secure a toll free number is to contact a reputable service provider such as the ones listed on https://smsgov.com/companies/ for example. With these types of services, securing a number can be completed by phone or on the website in just minutes.
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Posted on May 13, 2010 by smsgov
The release of the 855 toll free telephone area code numbers would allow millions of toll free subscribers to get a new custom toll free phone number. It is a win-win for everyone including the phone service providers. Let’s hope the rumors that the 855 numbers will be released soon are accurate. We’ll let you know as soon as we hear anything.
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Posted on May 12, 2010 by smsgov
May is national Skin Cancer Awareness month. The American Cancer Society encourages people to be sun safe when they are outside during the upcoming spring and summer months. For more information about how to be sun-safe, call the American Cancer Society toll free at 1-800-227-2345
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Posted on May 11, 2010 by smsgov
There are countless benefits to signing on for toll free phone service. Calls can be routed to an any other phone line and faxes can be routed to email. These state-of-the-art features are not available from most typical phone service providers. When choosing toll free service, subscribers can select from a menu of services—phone calls routed to land lines, faxes, emails etc. and a variety of other features that suit their needs and their budget. Once a number is assigned, it stays with the owner permanently. If a company grows or moves locations, the numbers goes with them, safeguarding the connection to all their customers. Just be sure to deal with a reputable, credentialed service provider.
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Posted on May 11, 2010 by smsgov
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 800 numbers are decreasing while demand is growing at unprecedented rates.
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