How can I determine the best service provider and package for your business needs?
The internet has many sources for research. First, consider the company’s longevity in business. Secondly, review the customer testimonials. Thirdly, consult the Better Business Bureau report and ratings. Lastly, does the pricing and package fit your budget and business?
What is live answering?
The Virtual Offices of NYC staff personally answer the clientele’s calls, creating an excellent customer experience. Our company provides different service levels of Live Answer Call Handling:
1.) Only email communication of calls answered (Standard); and
2.) Calls screened and forwarded per your instruction, allowing you to decide whether to accept the call (Premium).
Notable:
All Calls are answered during the Virtual Office of NYC’s business hours, generally Monday through Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm local time (except holidays; refer to the Closure List). Overage and long-distance calls are charged to clients and billed on monthly invoices. Calls can be forwarded to up to 2 designated telephone numbers.
How do you handle the live answering for “my” business if you also handle live answering for many other companies?
First, each Client is assigned a specific phone number. Secondly, the Virtual Offices of NYC Staff program our systems to identify each Client. Finally, when the Client’s Party calls the system, our operators will see the information provided by the Client. Client informs the caller that he has reached the Client.
What happens after 5 pm?
When a client’s call comes in, the Client’s attendant will greet callers with a personalized greeting. Then:
1. Calls can be sent to the voicemail system, which will convert the left message into a .wav file and email.
2. The personalized greeting can offer dial-by-name/extension, and route to up to 6 different client external numbers.
3. After-hours custom answering services can be offered (additional fees apply).
Contact us for more details at 212-213-3810.
What is an eFax number?
It’s an email receipt for faxes. It’s a local number for facsimiles. Some agencies and companies communicate via facsimile. Get a dedicated fax number to receive emailed PDF files of faxes for those special situations.
What is a Direct Call to Cell (DCC)?
The Virtual Offices of NYC system will directly route (24/7) the Client’s business number to a specified number off-system. Consequently, the clients specified their mobile phone. Number: This is a one-way outbound call route.
How does an automated system answer calls, and what are the options for up to 6 extensions?
A call is answered by an automated system, which is followed by a human-recorded greeting, and then handled by programmed software. Callers shall have the company’s Client’s “If you know the extension of the party you wish to reach, you may dial it now.” All dialing options may be directed to either the voicemail box included in the package or external client number(s). For additional voicemail boxes, additional monthly charges apply. International long-distance charges apply.
What is voicemail to email?
When a client’s caller leaves a message, the Client’s Offices of NYC phone system emails a .wav file containing the caller’s message. The message caller’s voice was heard from the voicemail box. As a result, there’s no need to call in, since the email will contain the message from the caller. Consequently, a valid email address and account, as well as appropriate audio software and speaker(s), are required.
What is a text message notification to a cell phone?
Text messages are such an effortless way of communicating. If requested, a Virtual Offices of NYC receptionist can take the caller’s message and send it. Only applicable to live answering service packages.
What if I exceed my purchased block of minutes on my account?
Live answering overages are charged at $ 1 per call. While there is no rollover for unused calls, you can purchase a block of additional calls to take advantage of discounted rates before the end of the month and avoid overage charges.
What is an additional voicemail box?
Virtual Offices of NYC offers packages with telecom services, including the Starter, PRO, and PRO PLUS. All three packages include one voicemail box and up to 6 dialing extensions via the auto-attendant. If each dialing option requires its own voicemail box, you can purchase additional ones for the account for an additional monthly charge.
What is required to set up phone service? What are the setup fees? How long does it take to have my services live and ready for use?
The requirements to set up services are:
1. Copy of the credit card holder’s verifiable identification. Driver’s License; Passport)
2. Driversp’ up and the first month’s service fe, arecharged when the first month’ss information is received.
3. Fully-completed New Account Packet, includes the Service Agreement and Info Forms
Virtual Offices of NYC keeps you informed of the process and sends email communications alerting you of the account’s status and local office service details.
If I’m on the office’s services, do I keep my assigned phone number?
So sorry, but no. A Virtual Offices of NYC phone number is assigned to your account, but it is the property of our telecommunications service provider. You are granted the right to use that number under our Service Agreement. As a result, these numbers are available to the Client on a valid client account.
What forms of payment are accepted?
All clients participate in automatic monthly credit card payments. Notably, the Client’s service for the month is billed on the 1st of the month; additionally, the variable charges for the past month are included in the invoice. Only major credit cards are accepted for payment of services. Finally, please note that cash and checks are not accepted.
What are office hours?
Our regular hours are Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm Virtual Offices of NYC follows the United States Postal Service holiday schedule for closed dates. In addition, Virtual Offices of NYC has modified hours on certain days before and after certain holidays. Email reminders are sent.
What is a business address for mail service?
A Virtual Offices of NYC business address serves as a physical location for contact information, letters, and packages sent or delivered by the United States Postal Service.
What is a courier package receipt?
Virtual Offices of NYC has a staffed location to receive your Federal Express, UPS, envelopes, and packages; in addition, there are size and weight restrictions.
What is free mail pickup?
Free mail pickup is offered to clients during office hours.
What is mail forwarding?
Mail forwarding occurs when Virtual Offices of NYC sends out mail and/or packages according to the forwarding specifications provided by he client. Additional charges apply.
How does our business address service apply to the licensing requirements of our clientele?
There are local area licensing requirements for businesses. Therefore, refer to the local licensing authority in New York City or your specific business type requirements.
What is an assigned private telephone number?
Virtual Offices of NYC assigns each client a Local Number; consequently, the number is unique to that client while employed with Virtual Offices of NYC.
I need to change the credit card on file. How do I do that?
Refer to your monthly billing email to change the credit card on file. It’s done online through the Can’t pCan’t links. Can’t the email? Accounting@virtualofficesnyc.com email for a resend.
I have changed my company name. How does our company update our Agreement and my account?
All changes to the account must be in writing. Please send an email to support@virtualofficesnyc.com. Consequently, some changes may require a new service agreement. Especially relevant, the Virtual Office of NYC is not responsible for any services to be performed for any individual or entity other than those named in the Agreement.
Can I add another company to my account?
Each Agreement between Virtual Office NYC and client is strictly bilateral; consequently, the Agreement is between 2 companies, not individuals with multiple companies Most noteworthy, the Agreement cannot be assigned to another company If a company has a DBA, the Fictitious Name can share the account as an additional company at a discount for servicing Virtual Office NYC is not responsible for any services to be performed for any other individual or entity except as named in the AgresitAgresite’ss our site’s site’sy policy? How does Virtual Office NYC handle my personal information?
The following outlines the information collected from our site and through forms when you set up an account with Virtual Offices of NYC, as well as how this information is used.
What Our Privacy Policy Covers
Our policy outlines how Virtual Offices of NYC, a division of Blue Sky Solutions Inc., collects and uses personal information. We aim to alleviate any concerns and facilitate smoother business operations. Please check back periodically, as Virtual Offices of NYC may update this policy.
Policy Practice Responsibility
Doesn’t the policy apply to other companies? Virtual Offices of NYC cannot be responsible for different companies. All in all, we cannot use our policies on individuals employed or managed by Virtual Office NYC, and Virtual Office NYC is not responsible for their actions.s
Collection and Use
Though collecting personal information is a necessity, it is for the sole purpose of working with customers. Rest assured, your information is for our eyes only. When visiting the Virtual Offices of NYC website, any data collected is stored on a secure, password-protected network. To summarize, Virtual Offices of NYC uses the information you provide to fulfill requests for our products and services.
Sharing and Disclosure
Finally, Virtual Offices of NYC safeguards your information and limits access to a minimal number of employees. Most of all, your information is not rented, sold, or shared by Virtual Offices of NYC.
I just moved, and my contact information has changed. How do I let you know?
Please don’t lose touch with us for your business.. Contact us. Any change to your account contact information must be in writing.
How can I get an address for my Live Answering service package?
Depending on your location, you can switch to a Virtual Office package. Contact us!
What is Your Cancellation Policy?
After the initial three-month commitment, your account will shift to a month-to-month plan. To cancel, you must provide 30 days’ written notice. Service will conclude on the last calendar day of the month in which your notice period ends.
All cancellation requests must be submitted to support@bssivirtual.com.
If your request is received within 48 business hours of your next billing or run date, it may not be processed in time to adjust the upcoming payment. When needed, any refund or credit will be issued during your final month of service.
Clients are responsible for all variable charges incurred during the final month. Any remaining variable charges will be billed to the card on file on the 1st of the following month to close the account successfully.