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Shared Short code or Dedicated short code, what does your company need?

If you are new to the sms world or have lived in a hole the last few years let me explain the difference in shared or dedicated short code. First of all, what is a short code? A short code is basically a 5 or 6 digit phone number. Many of us become intimidated or […]

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SMS Aggregators / Gateways

If you have developed a mobile application and are in need to connect to carriers, you will need an SMS Aggregator to finish out your project.  There are a number of companies that offer SMS aggregator / gateway services also referred to as SMS Aggregators.  Some of the following do have direct connections to carriers and some […]

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Using the Mobile Website Builder to Respond To Your Business Needs

Utilizing the fullest extent of your SMS reach can be challenging. You’re being asked to reach your market and promote the essential qualities of your product in 160 characters, while at the same time providing a call to action that brings them into your storefront, virtual or otherwise. How do you utilize that space at […]

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Why would we need a Text Message Short Code?

If your company is looking for another way to generate a buzz and establish some consistent branding for a client, why not put them and yourself in front of as many potential customers as possible? Wouldn’t it make sense to become a part of the wave that is sweeping lesser mediums off the table? With […]

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Codes, the short version

There are long codes and there are short codes. Short codes have 5 digits and are easier to remember. In a business, it is very important to be remembered by your consumers, which is one of the advantages to having a short code. To resell short codes you want know about the business. Short codes […]

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White Label Mobile Websites-What is that?

When a Marketing Company, a web development company, or an advertising agency gets into the Mobile Marketing world for the first time, there are a plethora or services that one can offer. You can provide SMS texting capabilities, you can give the client access to QR codes to help spread their message and brand, and […]

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Should your business use a Native App or a Mobile Web App?

It’s no secret that the computer world is going mobile. We can do more on the go that we’ve ever been able to before, and the trend won’t slow down anytime soon.  In fact, In late 2010, there were more smartphone devices shipped than the combined global market of desktop and laptop computers.  That happened […]

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And the Award for Best SMS Application Provider goes to AvidMobile

Breaking into the mobile marketing business is fun and exciting. Mobile devices are everywhere in business and personal lives. The best way to reach someone fast and effectively is electronically through things like text message, email, and social media. When shopping around for the best sms application provider you want to think about everything they […]

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Resell Mobile Coupons to Businesses to Increase ROI

Resell Mobile Coupons to Businesses to Increase ROI– Mobile Couponing in today’s world has got to be one of the cheapest forms of marketing with one of the highest returns on investment compared to other forms of traditional advertising/marketing.  It costs literally cents to send out sms text messages to customers with mobile coupons to […]

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Dedicated Short Codes vs Shared Short Codes, which is best for your business?

When starting off in mobile, it’s important to know the differences between dedicated short codes and shared short codes.  A Short Code can either be dedicated to your brand/enterprise or it can be shared among various brand campaigns and applications.  A Dedicated Short Code is one that you own personally and is not being shared by […]

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