How to Keep Your Small Business PCI Compliant in 2019

How to Keep Your Small Business PCI Compliant in 2019

Security is becoming an increasing concern for businesses and consumers all across the globe. Digital risks are becoming even more prevalent, leaving business owners in charge of protecting themselves, their employees, and the customers that keep their doors open. When it comes to security– and cyber security in particular– there’s a lot to keep up…

Is an Answering Service for Lawyers Right for My Practice?
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Is an Answering Service for Lawyers Right for My Practice?

No matter what type of law you practice, we know that you’ve got a lot of tasks on your plate and that all of them are pretty hands-on. You’re the one who needs to meet with your clients and discuss contracts, strategies, and next steps; you often need to handle the majority of cases yourself,…

Call Forwarding – How Can It Benefit My Small Business?
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Call Forwarding – How Can It Benefit My Small Business?

You call your doctor’s office, needing to make an appointment the next day for your sick first grader. It’s not an emergency, but you want to make sure that you can get an appointment the next day if it’s available.  You’re expecting to be sent to voicemail because it’s 8 o’clock PM on a Tuesday,…

PATLive Listed as a Top Answering Service on Clutch B2B Review Site

PATLive Listed as a Top Answering Service on Clutch B2B Review Site

Customer service is the cornerstone of a positive relationship between a business and its clients. If a customer does not feel valued by a business or service provider it can damage the relationship to the point where they may cut ties entirely. But it can be difficult to maintain these quality client relationships, with potential…

Why Phone Calls are Essential to Customer Service

Why Phone Calls are Essential to Customer Service

Customer service has increasingly become an omnichannel experience for both customers and the businesses trying their best to serve them. Trying to keep up with the evolving technological landscape, many companies are offering phone lines, social media messaging, email responses, and even live chat on their site. With so many options, it’s easy to get…

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3 Undeniable Reasons Your Business Needs a Live Receptionist Now

The phone is ringing. Again. It’s ringing when you’re trying to finish an expense report. It’s ringing when you’re trying to take ten minutes for lunch. It’s even ringing while you’re on the phone with another client. Whether it’s an employee trying to get in touch, a vendor who needs clarification, or a customer who…