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Intelligent Numbers

Is your business telephone number a late developer or an intellectual genius? Find out what people mean by intelligent numbers and how yours could be one.

Intelligent numbers refers to a range of numbers which provide a set feature/function. Intelligent numbers are non geographic number ranges which can be attached to several services and features.

08 Direct specialise in 08 number ranges, providing professional non geographic numbers for businesses. All intelligent numbers come with a comprehensive call management package and can be used with free phone intelligent numbers, local rate intelligent numbers and national rate intelligent numbers.

Intelligent numbers can be used for call distribution and diversion to outside lines. The most popular call distribution solutions are hunt groups and ring groups. Hunt groups allow a call to be transferred to another designated number after a preset number of rings. Ring groups allow a call to ring on multiple lines, allowing the first available staff member to take the call.

Intelligent numbers can also be used in conjunction with call whisper, voicemail, auto attendant,IVR, fax to email and text marketing, which are all offered free with 08 Direct's range of packages.

Intelligent numbers can also be memorable numbers, providing a marketing tool for your business. If your company is more recognisable by name than number, a memorable name can be incorporated into your intelligent number.

08 Direct offer a highly competitive deal for businesses in the UK using intelligent numbers. There is no sign up fee or connection charge.