SMS-Services
A Short-Code is a 5 digit number, provided by mobile telecom operators, on which an SMS (DATA) can be sent by users of the mobile operators. Short codes are provided to independent companies and all incoming SMS are forwarded to the servers of these service providers. Usage Used by advertising agencies, media companies, radio stations, TV channels, marketing savvy companies, for campaigns, contests etc. For lead generation, if backed by a campaign in print or electronic media. Advertising agencies prefer to use it as the response to their advertising campaign is measurable on parameters like numbers, time, effectiveness etc. Benefits Short codes have a high top of the mind recall as they are relatively easy to remember. Combined with pull sms, marketing campaign can be automated, personalized and analyzed. Large reach of marketing campaign due to high mobile penetration
