A few weeks ago we put forth the conjecture that 800-number access – especially in the context of conference calls – was becoming a non-issue. In at least half of our phone briefings, we’re given a ...

Customer service is one of the most important parts of running a business. Even if you sell the best and most affordable product or service in your industry, there are going to be questions that arise ...

If you hear female moaning next time you dial an 1-800 number, you can thank PrimeTel Communications: For years, teenagers across the U.S. could call a toll-free hotline if they had embarrassing ...

On Wednesday, OpenAI launched a 1-800-CHATGPT (1-800-242-8478) telephone number that anyone in the US can call to talk to ChatGPT via voice chat for up to 15 minutes for free. The company also says ...

This is just one of the stories from our “I’ve Always Wondered” series, where we tackle all of your questions about the world of business, no matter how big or small. Ever wondered if recycling is ...

A milestone of sorts is passing this year in the telephone industry. It was 25 years ago that American Telephone & Telegraph Co. devised the toll-free 800 number, originally intended only to spare the ...

Bill Murray uses a 1-800 number instead of traditional means to be contacted for movie projects to avoid constant calls on his house phone. Leaving a message on his 1-800 number does not guarantee a ...