Tag "Instant Messaging"

Aug 05, 2024 • Instant Messaging

Unified Messaging With RCS on iOS

RCS is a rising star among the messaging channels. It combines the reliability of the SMS network with the added benefits of rich media and other modern messaging features. Its only hiccup was reach - iOS didn't support RCS. Until now.

Jun 19, 2024 • Instant Messaging

17 SMS Customer Service Templates to Use Today

Using SMS customer service templates not only saves time but lets your support team create personalized, on-brand communications with just a few clicks. Today we’ll share business text message templates you can use to give your customers the information they need — fast.

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Jan 28, 2024 • Instant Messaging

What Is a WhatsApp Opt-in and Why Do I Need It?

WhatsApp has a number of policies in place to help them improve the overall customer experience and build a more positive relationship between consumers and online businesses. One such policy specifies that, before sending any messages to your customer through WhatsApp Business, businesses must first receive consent to do so.

Jan 28, 2024 • Instant Messaging

WhatsApp vs Facebook Messenger: Which Messaging Channel is Best for What?

WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger are both established messaging channels for customer engagement. But what are the differences? Which advantages does each channel have for what business use case? Let's dive into the details

Nov 16, 2023 • Instant Messaging

A2P Messaging Fraud and Prevention for Businesses

Safeguarding company data against security threats should be on the top of the priorities list for every modern company. Especially since A2P, or application-to-person messaging fraud is on the rise. Read all about the different types of A2P fraud and what steps you can take to avoid being the next victim.

Sep 13, 2022 • Instant Messaging

The Benefits of A2P Messaging for Business

Amid the thicket of technology TLAs with 2 in them (B2B, P2P, 2FA,...) are one of the simplest A2P messaging, or “Application-to-Person”. You may not be familiar with the acronym, but you've probably come across it several times in the messaging market. Let’s see why A2P remains relevant as a messaging technology today.

Aug 25, 2022 • Instant Messaging

Chat Apps - Choosing Between Messaging Channels

There’s a plethora of messaging apps and mobile communication channels available worldwide. Various apps exist, native applications are growing and also standard SMS text messages are still widely in use. In what channel should you invest your resources?

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Aug 08, 2022 • Instant Messaging

Exceptional Customer Service Starts With a Chat (App)

If a person needed customer support, they might have previously picked up the phone. They might have even sent an email. But what if there was an alternative channel that could help them get their issue addressed almost instantly?

Feb 28, 2022 • Instant Messaging

Conversational Channels Are No Longer Optional

Setting up a conversational messaging strategy is no longer optional for your business. Customers want to talk - but on their schedule, not yours. Responding in real time, on their preferred conversational channel, used to be a nice-to-have for businesses; now customers expect it.

Oct 25, 2021 • Instant Messaging

How To Integrate Instagram Messaging via API

In addition to Facebook Messenger, the Facebook Messenger API now also supports Instagram Messaging, allowing businesses to manage all messages initiated by customers at scale. Let’s dive into Instagram Messaging and learn how your business can use this social media platform to improve your customer experience and drive sales.

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Oct 18, 2021 • Instant Messaging

How to Scale Your Business Communications with SMS API Integration

SMS is now more than just text messages, and businesses are in the position to give their customers a whole new experience with business messaging. Have you integrated an SMS API to your platform/website? Learn more about the benefits of SMS API integration for business messaging here.

Sep 05, 2021 • Instant Messaging

WhatsApp Business: More Types of Proactive Messages Now Available

Have you heard? WhatsApp now allows more types of proactive messages - which is great news for your business! It means that you will be able to engage your customers in even more ways than before.

Jun 23, 2021 • Instant Messaging

How to Win with OTT: 8 Real-World Customer Service Uses

The on-demand economy has created rapid change in the marketplace. Consumer preferences are changing, favoring simplicity, speed, and efficiency. Is your business keeping up? Using OTT apps can help give your business a competitive edge.