While some may say that toll free numbers are outdated and do not hold the same power they once exerted, there is ample evidence to counter that prophecy. Proponents believe that there are many advantages to owning a toll free number. And, because the cost of using one has dropped significantly in last couple of years, the technology can now benefit both small and large businesses, including individuals.
Toll free numbers today can be piggybacked on top of current cell phone numbers, allowing individuals to use both their current cell phone number and their advertised toll-free number.
Unlike traditional toll free numbers, however, which require company representatives to be in-office to take the call, cell phone toll free numbers give users the freedom to take calls while in the office, at home or on the go.
Hence, cell phone toll free numbers are becoming very attractive for businesses that are mobile, as it gives them the power to receive calls anywhere, anytime, thus attaining all the benefits normally associated with traditional toll free numbers without relying on an answering service or hiring additional staff to take the calls.
According to Logan Marshall, founder of California-based Tollfreenumber.org, “Toll free numbers can enhance a business' image, give them the ability to grow their business on a national scale, and can even enhance their overall customer service.”
“Even if email and website contact forms are popular, a toll free number is still the best way to boost your marketing and increase sales,” Marshall added.
In fact, a study conducted by Tollfreenumber.org shows that toll free numbers can boost word of mouth advertising by 50 percent and reduce rate of returns by the same percentage. Plus, they can also boost your business by 600 percent.
Mobile shoppers are using 1-800 numbers at record rates. Thus, these numbers can help to boost business and increase profits for businesses of all sizes, regardless of budget or staff size.
Edited by Blaise McNamee