SMS & MMS Pricing Changes – Effective May 12, 2025
Our downstream carrier has announced important updates regarding SMS and MMS pricing which are set to take effect from May 12, 2025. These updates will affect various geographic regions, impacting the cost structures for outbound and inbound SMS as well as outbound MMS messaging within our Bosseo CRM platform.
Change in Pricing Structure
The new pricing encompasses a select number of countries with specific updates to the rates. For outbound SMS messaging, countries such as Nepal will see rates at $0.3022, Suriname at $0.2350, Mauritius at $0.1896, Angola at $0.1789, Montenegro at $0.1375, and Trinidad & Tobago at $0.2992. Inbound SMS rates for Puerto Rico and the United States will maintain a cost of $0.0083. Additionally, outbound MMS messaging to Canada will be priced at $0.0220.
Our clients do not need to undertake any action, as these rates will be automatically applied from the effective date. The proactive alignment with carrier pricing ensures our clients receive advance notification to facilitate budgeting and to mitigate surprises in billing related to high-volume messaging campaigns.
The Importance of Staying Informed
Messaging remains a pivotal channel for our high-volume clients, such as those in marketing, customer support, and various other industries that rely heavily on timely and effective communication. By staying informed about these changes, our clients can budget appropriately and adjust their messaging strategies to maximize outreach while managing costs efficiently.
Use Cases and Industry Applications
Home Improvement
For companies in the home improvement sector, timely communication is crucial. Whether notifying clients about appointment schedules, sending out promotional offers, or providing updates on service projects, the updated SMS and MMS rates will allow service providers to budget their communications effectively. They can leverage outbound messaging to reach potential clients with tailored offers, thus enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction.
Legal Practices
Law firms can greatly benefit from SMS communication to keep clients updated on case developments, meetings, and court dates. Reminders sent via SMS ensure that clients receive prompt notifications reducing the risk of missed appointments or deadlines. With the new pricing, firms can conduct these communications more affordably across different jurisdictions, enhancing service delivery.
Medical Practices
Medical practices are increasingly reliant on SMS to manage patient communications. From appointment reminders to health check notifications, SMS provides a direct line to patients, ensuring crucial communication. With the new pricing changes, medical practices can maintain a cost-effective method of reaching their patients, ensuring both efficiency and compliance with privacy standards.
Conclusion
These pricing changes reflect our commitment to providing updated, transparent pricing structures, enabling our users to strategically plan their communication efforts. With Bosseo CRM, you can ensure your organization continues to operate efficiently and effectively across all messaging platforms. Keep an eye on your messaging usage and align it with these new rates to continue achieving optimal results in your communication strategies.
