New 0844 numbers 'could generate revenue for firms'

Date: 29/07/2011

Enterprises expanding their business or moving into new premises could find 0844 numbers are the perfect way of generating some extra revenue.

When customers contact a firm with one of these prefixes, the pence per minute is paid to the organisation.

Therefore, they could be the ideal choice for companies looking into the idea of launching a call centre or advice line for their clients.

However, the prefixes are low-cost to call from landlines, which is likely to mean consumers will not begrudge getting in touch should they ever have a problem or query.

Another benefit is that 0844 numbers promote a national presence for any enterprise. Even if it is situated in a small rural village, it can give the impression of having premises in a major city such as London or Liverpool - something that could boost trade.

One organisation that may wish to take advantage of these numbers is National Express, as it has just extended its call centre service in Birmingham, meaning it now offers a 24-hour service.