Bulk SMS
Nobody could have predicted the growth in the use of SMS (text messaging) over the past decade. And yet it is a convenient and simple method of communicating - to the extent that it also has its own language!
The growth in the number of mobile handsets has also meant that most people own a mobile handset and they therefore, with Bulk SMS they provide a means of reaching your target market that no other communications medium can match.
Bulk SMS provides the ability for your message to reach, quickly and effectively, a large audience at relatively low cost. Bulk SMS has many advantages over traditional marketing as you are almost guaranteed that the end user will receive AND read your message.
Example uses:-
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Appointment RemindersThe API Gateway is perfect for date specific events where things like MOT reminders, renewal reminders or appointment reminders can be automatically sent out at specific dates and times.
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Purchase ProductsIn conjunction with a Short Code, people can purchase products (e.g. ringtones, wallpapers etc.) by simply texting in the unique code for the product.
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Website Data Capture FormsAny business with a website could use this service. All they need to do is include a mobile data capture form on their website for customers to enter their mobile number to receive news updates from your company. An automatic text can be sent out to them as soon as they sign up thanking them for their details.
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Nearest Store LookupsWorking in conjunction with a Short Code a simple process can be built where customers text in their postcode and automatically receive a text back containing details of their nearest store.
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Customer Contact StrategyTexts can be incorporated into your customer contact strategy. For instance, a mortgage company could send out a text to its customers the moment their mortgage has been agreed.
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Send Text ButtonA simple 'Send SMS' button with template messages can easily be incorporated into business programmes.
Bulk SMS messaging through Pennycom Communications is very simple to operate through a user-friendly web interface.
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