Definitions and explanations of key terms in telecommunications and messaging.
Discover the fascinating history of 'Ahoy' - the nautical greeting Alexander Graham Bell wanted as the standard telephone salutation, and why 'Hello' won instead.
Learn what customer segmentation is, why it matters for business messaging, and how to effectively segment your audience for targeted SMS, WhatsApp, and email campaigns.
Learn what Customer Experience (CX) means, why it matters for business success, key metrics, strategies, and how messaging platforms enhance CX across all touchpoints.
Learn what GSM-7 encoding is, how it affects SMS character limits, and why understanding character encoding is essential for cost-effective text messaging.
Learn what RCS (Rich Communication Services) messaging is, how it compares to SMS and WhatsApp, and why it's transforming business communications.
Learn what toll-free numbers are, how they work for SMS and voice, their benefits for businesses, and the differences between 800, 888, 877, and other toll-free prefixes.
Learn what virtual receptionists are, how AI transforms business reception, benefits over traditional methods, and how to implement AI-powered virtual reception with messaging platforms.