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2024-04-19 10:00
As more and more businesses nowadays increasingly move online, securing user interactions has become crucial. One effective tool in achieving this is SMS OTP (One-Time Password).
But what… Read More
2024-04-17 09:12
Text messages play a key role in facilitating both business and personal communication. However, the reliance on texting also comes with its set of challenges, notably text message errors, w… Read More
2024-04-15 12:30
With the popularity of remote and distributed teams increasing over the last few years, collaboration tools have become indispensable for organizations of all sizes.
Companies can now fo… Read More
2024-04-12 08:12
Text messaging’s main appeal lies in its accessibility. With over 5 billion people worldwide able to send and receive SMS messages, it offers an unrivaled platform for direct and immed… Read More
2024-04-10 05:00
At their core, both PRI and SIP trunking are designed to enhance business telephony by enhancing the capacity and connectivity of existing systems. While PRI is a traditional system transmit… Read More
2024-04-09 08:31
The travel industry has been expanding shoulder to shoulder with the internet, making digital marketing a key component of growing a travel agency business. Faced with the challenge of capti… Read More
2024-04-03 10:19
Have you ever received an unsolicited sales pitch or spam message on your phone that immediately caused you to lose trust in that brand? Most consumers have, which is why SMS marketing comes… Read More
2024-04-01 08:15
Gmail is Google’s free email service, offering users email storage, email communication, spam filtering, and search capabilities. It’s accessible through browsers, mobile apps, a… Read More
2024-03-27 09:16
Does your business get a lot of incoming calls every day? Do you have specific telephone lines for different departments? Then Direct Inward Dialing (DID) might be what you need.
DID has… Read More
2024-03-22 09:49
Have you ever had to call your food delivery courier? Maybe it wasn’t obvious at first glance, but the number you dialed was masked.
This means that you weren’t calling the c… Read More
2024-03-14 08:41
The evolution of business communication has been marked by constant innovation – from traditional mail and telegraph all the way to today’s email and Voice over Internet Protocol… Read More
2024-03-11 09:42
Effective communication is the key to success for any business, fostering customer engagement and internal collaboration alike. In this regard, two platforms have been emerging prominently i… Read More
2024-03-06 08:34
Google Sheets is a free spreadsheet app that is part of Google’s web-based suite of tools. It allows users to create and edit spreadsheets directly in their web browser.
Textmagic a… Read More
2024-03-04 12:20
Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) has transformed business communications, offering an integrated platform that combines several key channels. This evolution began with the shift f… Read More
2024-03-01 11:25
In the telecommunications sector, the global shift away from traditional phone systems is significant. By 2025, analog telephone lines are expected to become a thing of the past, pushing bus… Read More
2024-02-28 09:21
The evolution of contact centers towards cloud-based solutions marks a significant shift in how businesses manage customer interactions. Traditional, on-premise contact centers have evolved… Read More
2024-02-23 08:18
Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS) is crucial for expanding businesses that leverage cloud technologies and seek to tailor their communications framework.
But what is CPaaS, an… Read More
2024-02-19 12:07
In the crowded world of email communications, where important messages often get lost, ignored, or mislabeled as spam, the need for a more reliable method of transactional communication is e… Read More
2024-02-16 09:59
While legal in Australia, SMS marketing is governed by a series of regulatory frameworks that businesses must adhere to to ensure full compliance with the law.
This article aims to provid… Read More
2024-02-12 09:53
Over the last few years, registering 10-digit long codes (10DLC) has become the norm for any organization intending to send texts in the US and Canada. This article will explore the fundamen… Read More
2024-02-05 11:03
Pipedrive is a CRM software for businesses of all sizes. It’s known for its user-friendly interface and effective sales pipeline management features, including lead journey visualizati… Read More
2024-02-01 11:12
Text message marketing is completely legal in the UK. However, a few relevant local frameworks closely protect consumers’ privacy and consent rights. This article explores the legal la… Read More
2024-01-30 07:56
Projected to reach 7.5 billion users by 2026, the growth in mobile users highlights the rising potential of both SMS and MMS. By adopting the right strategy, MMS marketing can draw in more c… Read More
2024-01-23 15:17
Texting in Canada comes with its own laws you must abide by as a business targeting consumers. In this article, we will delve into the landscape of Canada’s SMS regulations and discuss… Read More
2023-12-27 05:08
Recent trends in business and consumer behavior have underscored the critical role of customer retention in both sustaining a loyal customer base and boosting profitability.
A Bain & Co… Read More
2023-12-21 06:34
If you’ve ever contacted a business over the phone, you’ve probably dialed a toll-free number to reach them. Companies of all sizes use toll-free numbers to streamline business c… Read More
2023-12-15 07:31
As we usher in 2024, we couldn’t help but notice how the SMS marketing landscape is rapidly evolving, blending traditional techniques with innovative strategies.
In this article, w… Read More
2023-11-30 08:37
Bring Your Own Carrier (BYOC) is an innovative communications protocol that gives companies freedom in choosing their preferred communications partner, be it a traditional carrier or CPaaS (… Read More
2023-11-24 11:04
Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS) stands at the forefront of innovation, from messaging to voice and video capabilities, fostering agile and interactive communication experiences… Read More
2023-11-17 07:43
Thanksgiving holds significant importance as a time for gratitude and fostering connections with loved ones. It's a moment to express appreciation, reflect on shared experiences, and strengt… Read More
2023-11-13 07:55
The Short Message Peer-to-Peer (SMPP) Protocol is a key component in text messaging technology. It serves as a critical link in the telecommunications industry, providing a standardized meth… Read More
2023-10-26 06:16
Nowadays, businesses are adapting their communication strategies to be more interactive and human-centric, especially since the vast majority of consumers crave genuine connections and insta… Read More
2023-10-18 11:09
Effective communication enhances relationships, boosts productivity, and fosters growth. To this day, SMS remains a vital tool for reaching customers promptly and directly.
SMS APIs (Applic… Read More
2023-10-11 11:05
Vishing, an insidious blend of voice communication and phishing tactics, presents a formidable challenge as scammers refine their methods with alarming sophistication. In this article, we de… Read More
2023-09-27 10:15
At one point or another, you might have gotten one of those SMS messages that look like promotions. But then, they pop up without your consent, and they require you to click a link or contac… Read More
2023-09-25 10:46
Location-based marketing strategies such as geofencing and geotargeting have emerged as innovative solutions for businesses aiming to tap into location-specific audiences. Though often used… Read More
2023-08-25 07:18
SMS marketing is a powerful marketing strategy that uses text messages to reach a specific audience directly on mobile phones. It is rapidly redefining business communications due to its hig… Read More
2023-08-02 07:42
Application-to-Person (A2P) messaging has emerged as a powerful communication channel for businesses to engage with their customers. To leverage this channel effectively, businesses need to… Read More
2023-07-21 12:27
For the longest time, SMS messaging has been at the top of marketing strategies for both small and large-scale businesses. Now, it gets even better with the introduction of Unified Communica… Read More
2023-06-21 07:59
In 2021, the global conversational commerce market was valued at US$5,345.5 million. In 2023, it is projected to reach US$26,301.8 million, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of… Read More
2023-06-16 06:45
In today's dynamic business ecosystem, keeping up with communication demands is crucial. Hence, the need for businesses to utilize a communication platform as a service (CPaaS).
CPaaS is a… Read More
2023-06-12 01:58
With the prevalence of smartphones and mobile apps, messaging has become a great tool for improving marketing and customer engagement.
It encompasses two distinct forms: application-to-pe… Read More
2023-05-30 11:03
Cold texting is a customer outreach technique companies use to raise awareness and boost their product’s success. But, while it has merits, it also comes with limitations.
This articl… Read More
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2023-05-25 06:33
Cart abandonment has become one of the common sources of revenue losses, which makes it vital to address the issue effectively. Implementing abandoned cart SMS is a powerful strategy for win… Read More
2023-05-18 11:54
Bulk text messaging is an effective way to reach a wider audience swiftly and efficiently. Besides having high open rates, it can transform how businesses interact with both potential and ex… Read More
2023-05-15 13:07
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, sales teams are always on the lookout for innovative strategies to maximize their deal-closing potential.
With text messages boasting o… Read More
2023-05-08 07:15
Text message marketing is one of the most effective marketing techniques, famous for its cost-effectiveness and accessibility. Unsurprisingly, it has taken the world by storm as more and mor… Read More
2023-04-21 09:28
Direct response marketing (DRM) focuses on making a sale as soon as a prospect sees your marketing material. The goal is to get a return on investment as soon as possible.
The way to achi… Read More
2023-04-12 08:57
Launching a new product is exciting for any business, but it presents a few challenges. With so many marketing channels available, it can be difficult to know which one to choose to promote… Read More
2023-03-29 06:06
With an open rate of close to 100%, text messaging is a powerful marketing tool providing an unobtrusive yet direct and effective way to communicate your message to your existing and potenti… Read More
2023-03-15 09:00
With rising customer acquisition costs and today’s uncertain economy, it is becoming more difficult for businesses to stand out amidst all the advertising messages people receive.
C… Read More
2023-03-01 10:50
Whether you’re looking to check in with a friend, keep your team up to date, or promote your business with SMS marketing, being able to send text messages from your computer can be a h… Read More
2023-02-13 08:21
The new business-world buzzword is conversational marketing. This innovative approach to customer engagement is rapidly becoming a must-have for companies looking to stay ahead of the compet… Read More
2023-02-08 07:55
It is one thing to develop an effective SMS marketing structure but another to ensure that messages reach the designated audiences. Consequently, it is important to be aware of the possible… Read More
2023-02-02 08:52
Whether you're reaching out to customers, partners, or employees, business texting allows you to connect quickly and efficiently.
But with all this convenience, it's essential to ensure tha… Read More
2023-01-11 10:39
Marketing your property can be a time-consuming and costly process. Using SMS for property management will save you valuable resources that would otherwise go into poor planning, missed peri… Read More
2022-12-19 06:47
Many businesses don’t know how to answer negative reviews or even address positive ones. This negatively impacts the perception of their potential and existing customers.
Poor ratin… Read More
2022-11-10 08:47
Scammers have identified myriad creative ways to steal from you, and SMS phishing—also known as smishing—is one of them. This involves sending you unsolicited text messages with… Read More
2022-11-02 05:14
Not sure if business texting is right for you? Sign up for the TextMagic trial and test SMS for your company – no commitment, no strings attached.
We’ll show you how to get th… Read More
2022-10-04 11:47
Negative feedback might be the starting point of a positive business relationship if you constructively deal with them. But this can only happen if you learn how to respond to negative revie… Read More
2022-09-28 08:30
Let’s face it, automation is the ever-ruling king. It reduces workload, prevents human errors, and boosts productivity. Automation saves 22 hours per week that are otherwise eaten… Read More
2022-09-20 06:39
We’re excited to share a product that we’ve been working hard on for the last two years. Meet Touchpoint, our all-in-one customer engagement platform. This software will help you… Read More
2022-09-13 06:04
We are happy to announce that TextMagic has achieved SOC 2 Type II compliance in accordance with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). This confirms once more our… Read More
2022-08-23 08:20
SMS marketing is often seen as a tool used only by large organizations, but SMS marketing campaigns can help businesses of all sizes grow using this efficient and reliable communication tool… Read More
2022-08-16 08:18
When launching an SMS marketing campaign you start out hoping your message will get to all intended recipients. However, SMS deliverability is rarely 100% when sending a large number of text… Read More
2022-08-10 08:30
Businesses all over the world lose approximately $20.5 billion
every year because of spam. This issue applies to both emails and texts, and the numbers keep growing. In a few years, an es… Read More
2022-07-27 09:19
Ever since the
first text message was sent in 1992, SMS has provided reliable and fast communication for individuals and organizations alike. It continues to grow in popularity as a ro… Read More
2022-07-20 07:03
Today we will continue our series of integration tutorials with a quick guide on HubSpot SMS automations. All of the automations in this article can be created with the help of Zapier and Te… Read More
2022-06-29 11:23
Marketing ideas for small business are often the most creative because when budgets and resources are at their lowest, innovation must be at its highest. Indeed, small businesses must figure… Read More
2022-06-26 08:28
Mobile marketing is by far the best strategy you could use to grow your business because it instantly reaches the audience you’re targeting, on any device. The following statistics… Read More
2022-06-15 07:21
You are probably reading this to optimize your spending. You’re looking to reduce business costs and increase the profitability of your investments.
Today, the business operates in… Read More
2022-06-09 09:58
Why do people opt in to text messaging campaigns? A staggering 57.4% of them are looking to save money.
But that is just one of their many reasons for doing so. This article will cov… Read More
2022-05-25 12:19
Managing schedules has become effortless thanks to digital calendars. In fact, 70% of adults rely on a digital calendar to organize their personal and professional lives. Anyone with a Gmail… Read More
2022-05-18 06:08
In a crisis, effective, rapid, reliable communication is vital. From weather emergencies to health alerts, you must be certain your business is doing its part to reach out to customers. US c… Read More
2022-05-13 08:23
Customer communication does not have to be complicated. At its core, it’s simply a conversation between a customer and a support agent. The way these conversations happen, however, has… Read More
2022-04-27 08:16
Text messaging takes on many shapes and forms. While SMS is undoubtedly the most widely used, interest in RCS messaging is rocketing. Statistics show that non-carrier users send millions of… Read More
2022-04-19 07:07
Concepts such as SMS spoofing, smishing, and phishing have increased in popularity in the last few years. However, very few people know what sets the three apart or can offer clear definitio… Read More
2022-04-06 09:43
In today’s highly competitive business environment, customer loyalty gives companies a competitive edge and helps them thrive. Why is building loyalty so crucial?
Naturally, loyal c… Read More
2022-03-28 06:30
Customer advocacy means putting clients first and adjusting your product or services according to their needs and desires. A study conducted by the Wharton School of Business shows that 83%… Read More
2022-03-15 08:23
Scammers get your phone number and use highly sophisticated methods to con you of money and sensitive information. The number of scam calls has been steadily rising across the world.
For… Read More
2022-03-07 13:00
Customer expectations can either drive a business toward success or lead to its downfall.
It’s all about how well you handle them.
According to SalesForce's "State of the Connected… Read More
2022-02-08 09:22
We expect a lot from our mobile phones and their batteries. However, there will always be a few circumstances where our devices give out altogether. For example—have you ever wondered… Read More
2022-01-18 08:54
Text messages and video are both highly effective tools for marketing, and they get your message across to tons of people simultaneously. Imagine the impact of having both text and video tog… Read More
2022-01-03 09:06
One advantage of using text to stay in touch with customers is the opportunity to increase your number of customer reviews. SMS subscribers are already more engaged with your business, but y… Read More
2021-12-22 09:14
New Year is one of the most universally celebrated holidays on the calendar. In other words, it’s the ideal time to reach out to your SMS customer base. Send a simple Happy New Year te… Read More
2021-11-22 11:03
Messaging and texting both let you contact people via their mobile devices. As a result, they are both highly versatile business tools. However, they are not the same.
Instead, they each… Read More
2021-10-28 08:29
Whether you are contacting one person or thousands, your text can always benefit from personalization. Customized text messages make your recipient feel valued and your message more importan… Read More
2021-10-08 07:04
Did you know you can text 911 from your mobile phone rather than call?
You can now text your local police or emergency services in many North American locations by sending an SMS messag… Read More
2021-09-21 07:25
Ironically, people prefer to use smartphones, not for their primary purpose – making calls, but for texting. Notably, 68% of smartphone users admit they text more than call. Moreover… Read More
2021-09-10 06:33
Sending customers and employees a text on their birthday is a great way to show your appreciation for your employees and reward loyal shoppers with a birthday treat. Birthday text messages t… Read More
2021-07-12 10:20
Using email to text for your business has many advantages, and can benefit companies of all sizes, as it offers more than just sending texts via email to customers. It is also a simple way t… Read More
2021-06-03 07:58
For many people, emoji have become a part of daily texting. Our texts to friends and family are full of them, but should we use emoji SMS at work?
Learning to use emoji can help you conne… Read More
2021-04-29 10:11
Companies ignore the value of communications at their peril. The pandemic has caused an unprecedented turn to remote work, making effective communications a top priority for business success… Read More
2021-04-23 11:34
Text messages have been around since 1992. They’ve been a popular means of communication for personal and business reasons. To make text messages more exciting and fun, text art was us… Read More
2021-03-31 06:58
Do you often find yourself compulsively checking texts, notifications, or emails? Is checking your phone the first thing you do after waking up, and the last thing you do before going to sle… Read More
2021-03-19 08:24
When you need to get a message out quickly to a large group of people, texting is an ideal option. It isn’t practical to text hundreds of employees or customers individually, however… Read More
2021-02-22 12:33
Every business needs to send reminders to customers or employees. A well-timed alert can prevent missed bookings and deliveries or prompt clients to keep the ball rolling. Even businesses th… Read More
2021-02-09 09:03
Sending a notification to a user’s phone is one of the most reliable ways to get a message out quickly. SMS and push notifications both enable you to do this, but each has its own adva… Read More
2021-01-21 11:16
Plain text isn’t always enough to convey your message. If you need to send more detailed or complex information, adding images and format content can be more effective than text alone… Read More
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