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SMS alerts are one of the most common uses of SMS messaging systems.

If something goes wrong in your business you need the right people to be informed promptly and accurately irrespective of the time of day or day of the week. And because a mobile phone is almost always ready and available to receive alerts then automated SMS alerts are a great tool for nipping problems in the bud.

This can be a piece of equipment failing, often a server but equally possibly a key piece of machinery. If you can detect the problem it is easy to send a message via fastsms. But it doesn’t just cover equipment breakdowns. You could trigger an alert when website visitors go above or below a set value, if temperature falls below a set value you could summon a gritting crew. the possibilities are endless.

In this blog I also share a story from a previous job where timekeeping was critical to the success of the company and how SMS could have helped. For any business needing to keep track of employee time and payroll, SMS is a perfect fit. This simple form of communication is so versatile, it can be used for just about anything.

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Whether natural or man-made, major disasters are times when mobile networks are put to the test. And in those times there just isn’t enough capacity available when everyone tries to call their friends and loved ones. But SMS messages will get through.

The recent weather likely has many people thinking about their summer holiday. It's great news for travel agents looking to book ahead for the coming months. If you're a travel agent, SMS messaging is fast becoming a primary way to communicate with your clients.

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You probably already know how important it is to create a relationship with your customers. Customer relations, or support, is one of the primary ways most companies develop loyal, lasting customers. Which brings me to my inspiration for this blog.