How Can A Text Message Help?
Communication with residents is one of the most important duties of a municipality!
Traditionally, communication between residents and a utility provider has relied on a few methods:
- Direct Mail
- Robocalls
- Radio
Why Switch to Text Notifications Instead?
Traditional methods, text messaging offers a more efficient, reliable, and interactive way to communicate with residents
A Better Way to Communicate
Ensure that critical information is delivered swiftly, clearly, and effectively to all residents.
Instant Delivery and High Open Rates
Text messages are delivered instantly and are typically read within minutes. With open rates exceeding 90%, text messaging ensures that important information reaches residents quickly and effectively, making it ideal for urgent notifications or time-sensitive updates.
Two-Way Communication
Unlike direct mail, robocalls, and radio, text messaging allows for real-time, two-way communication. Residents can easily reply to messages, ask questions, and receive instant responses. This interactive capability enhances engagement and ensures that residents feel heard and valued.
Personalized and Targeted
Text messages can be tailored to individual residents or specific groups, ensuring that the information is relevant and pertinent. This targeted approach minimizes the risk of important messages being ignored or missed.
Cost-Effective
Text messaging is a cost-effective solution that eliminates the need for printing, postage, or airtime costs associated with traditional methods. Municipalities can reach a large audience without the significant expenses tied to other forms of communication.
Accessibility and Convenience
Nearly everyone has a mobile phone, and text messaging is a universally accessible form of communication. Residents can receive and respond to messages at their convenience, making it a highly user-friendly option.
Enhanced Engagement
Text messaging fosters a more personal connection between municipalities and residents. The ability to quickly share updates, send reminders, or provide feedback helps build trust and keeps the community informed and engaged.
Public Service Announcements
- Mass Text Notifications
- Weather Alerts
- Emergency Text Notifications
- Two Way Communication With Citizens
- Employee Communication
- Construction Notifications
- Boil Advisory Warnings
- Problem Reporting
- Pothole Spotting
- Smart Targeting
Text to Pledge
Text to Pledge is a cheaper and more effective method of obtaining donations via text message. Use Alyrt's real time text-to-screen solution for creating interactive and dynamic Text to Pledge campaigns. Audience members can participate and see their pledges received in real time on the
screen.
Discover which one is right for your business.
Contact us to talk to a representative about which option is best for your business and how to qualify for the best rates.
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