Nothing comes across as unprofessional as a jumble of phone numbers for one organization. But what is the solution? A series of 088 numbers or rather a number of devices under an umbrella 0800- or 0900-service number?

There are quite a few organizations that have a jumble of area codes and subscriber numbers where numbers do not come from one series because the organization has branches in several places, or because numbers were requested at different times in the past. Add to that mobile phone numbers for the team on location and callers will soon no longer be able to see the wood for the trees.

The result is that callers more often call the wrong number and do not end up directly with the right person within the organization, or even decide not to call at all.

It is a problem that quite a few companies have to deal with. However, this is easy to solve or even prevent.

One series for all your numbers

Imagine that all telephone numbers for your entire organization, both fixed and mobile, would come from one and the same series, with only the last two digits being different.

This is possible even when the branches of your organization are spread all over the country or are located abroad.

The uniformity of such a series immediately radiates a professional approach. The caller sees at a glance that you are handling your business well and will start the conversation with you with full confidence.

Go one step further

Imagine that you have a series of 100 numbers at your disposal, from 00 to 99. Let’s assume that you can connect any number in this series, and you only connect the numbers you need.

In such a case, you can use this series to give your access numbers even more structure.

For example, you can use the number ending in 00 as a general access number for the reception, the number ending in 10 for customer service, 20 for the administration, and so on.

For larger departments, the 0 number could be the general number for the department, and the subsequent numbers could be assigned to individual employees.

For example, the number for the administrative department ends in 20, but the direct number for your chief accountant, for example, ends in 21.

Each department and each employee can get their own number.

Another part of the series, let’s take 60 to 69 as an example, could then go to your mobile teams, for example. In this way, these numbers also clearly show that they are part of your organization, while it makes no difference to the caller that your employee answers the call via a mobile phone.

This is of course just an example. You can create a suitable structure for your organization yourself.

The end result is a clear structure that is also clear and understandable for the caller.

Such a structure radiates that little bit of extra professionalism, which distinguishes you from the competition.

The solution

The above structure is very easy to set up with your own series of 088 numbers.

You request these numbers in blocks of 100, starting with 00 and ending with 99.

The length and structure of 088 numbers is the same as that of local numbers, and callers therefore pay no more than the normal call costs.

At Belfabriek, you decide which numbers from your series are activated and connected. You only pay for the numbers you have connected. This gives you perfect control over the costs.

No investments in telephones or lines needed

Because 088 numbers are virtual numbers, they are forwarded to your existing telephone, both fixed and mobile.

All your 088 numbers work with your existing telephones.

You therefore do not have to make any investments in expensive telephones, telephone exchanges or lines.

Extra benefits

When you place your 088 series with Belfabriek, you also get access to our unique package of extra services, including many services that no other provider can offer.

With our mobile applications for iOS and Android, you can easily set where calls should be answered for each number in your series. You can switch any number directly between, for example, the landline in the office, or the mobile phone when your employees are on the road.

This means your employees are always reachable on the same number, even when they are out of the office.

Curious?

Do you want to know which number series are currently available? Then take a look in our 088 number shop.

There you will find a complete overview of all series that are currently available.

You can also request a series directly online from Belfabriek.

Want to know more?

Do you have questions or would you like to know more about the use of 088 numbers for your organization, please feel free to contact us. Our specialists will be happy to tell you everything about the possibilities of 088 number series and the benefits for your organization.

One more tip

Did you know that you can also use name numbers with 088 numbers?

For example, you can use the unforgettable 088-YOURCOMPANY as your general access number.

In our 088 number shop you can also search by name for available numbers. Check today whether your company name or slogan is available as a 088 name number.