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“Thank you Bidvest team for your great service throughout 2024.”
- MTN
“Working with the Bidvest team is a real pleasure. We've thoroughly enjoyed partnering with a local provider for our business' WhatsApp profile - invoicing is simple and our templates are loaded and approved speedily. Prepaid24 would highly recommend Bidvest. Such a seamless process from setup to production!”
- Prepaid24
“We're incredibly grateful to the Bidvest Data Team who go above and beyond to support us with vital customer communication. Their commitment and innovation has kept us at the forefront of electronic customer engagement.”
- Sanlam Retail Mass
“Dear Bidvest team, Just wanted to take the time to say a very special thank you to TEAM BIDVEST. Everyone at OUP thanks all the people involved over the last few weeks and trust me, everyone in our organization now knows how much we can depend on Bidvest and we're all truly grateful for your efforts. Your responsiveness to our changing needs and requests is truly appreciated”
- Oxford
Discover how SMS delivery tracking with zero-rated data transforms enterprise communication in South Africa. Learn about its benefits, implementation strategies, and industry applications for maximum engagement.
In South Africa, enterprises need effective communication solutions that are not only reliable but also cater to diverse accessibility needs. SMS delivery tracking with zero-rated data is transforming how organizations communicate with clients and stakeholders, delivering vital information seamlessly without the burden of data costs. This comprehensive guide will explore the intricacies of SMS delivery tracking, its operational benefits for enterprises, and how zero-rated data can enhance accessibility for your clients, particularly in low-income areas.
SMS delivery tracking involves monitoring the status of text messages sent to recipients, providing real-time feedback on whether messages have been successfully delivered, opened, or are still pending. This functionality is vital for organizations, enabling them to manage customer communications effectively, ensuring timely responses, and optimizing overall engagement. By integrating SMS delivery tracking within your communication strategy, enterprises can significantly enhance their operational efficiencies and customer satisfaction levels.
The concept of zero-rated data allows users to access specific services without incurring data charges. This capability is critical in empowering diverse customer bases, especially in areas where data costs can be prohibitive. For enterprises, leveraging zero-rated data for SMS delivery tracking ensures that critical communications reach clients without financial barriers, thereby broadening the organization's reach and enhancing engagement levels.
To implement SMS delivery tracking with zero-rated data, enterprises need to collaborate with telecommunications providers who offer these services. Here’s how to successfully integrate this functionality into your communication strategy:
Various sectors can benefit from SMS delivery tracking with zero-rated data, including:
Banks and insurance companies can provide clients with instant notifications for transactions, policy updates, and vital alerts without costing clients data fees.
Medical practitioners can send appointment reminders, medication alerts, and health tips to patients without data concern.
SMS delivery tracking with zero-rated data is revolutionizing enterprise communications in South Africa, enabling organizations to engage clients effectively, improve response rates, and ensure comprehensive outreach. By adopting this innovative approach, businesses can position themselves as leaders in customer engagement while navigating the complexities of modern communication challenges.
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“Thank you Bidvest team for your great service throughout 2024.”
- MTN
“Working with the Bidvest team is a real pleasure. We've thoroughly enjoyed partnering with a local provider for our business' WhatsApp profile - invoicing is simple and our templates are loaded and approved speedily. Prepaid24 would highly recommend Bidvest. Such a seamless process from setup to production!”
- Prepaid24
“We're incredibly grateful to the Bidvest Data Team who go above and beyond to support us with vital customer communication. Their commitment and innovation has kept us at the forefront of electronic customer engagement.”
- Sanlam Retail Mass
“Dear Bidvest team, Just wanted to take the time to say a very special thank you to TEAM BIDVEST. Everyone at OUP thanks all the people involved over the last few weeks and trust me, everyone in our organization now knows how much we can depend on Bidvest and we're all truly grateful for your efforts. Your responsiveness to our changing needs and requests is truly appreciated”
- Oxford
Discover our comprehensive solution features designed to transform your business communication experience

Bidvest Data sends on average more than 10 million personalized SMS/SV SMS messages per month, with daily peaks exceeding 2 million messages. This comprises mainly of transactional notifications and hosted transactional data.

The SMS channel delivers a secure, shortened personalized URL to the consumer, directing them to their unique microsite. All consumer activity can be tracked.

PDF documents, HTML content, videos and animations can be hosted on our Zero Rated Data domains. Reverse billing of data on these domains ensure access for end users to content at no cost. Bidvest Data offers this service on all South African and Namibian mobile networks.

Bidvest Data offers custom-built, screen adaptive, HTML environments, enabling features like animation, rotating GIFs, and interactive buttons.

Our service includes automated large file batch sending through sFTP data transfer. The data can selectively drive template messaging. Near real-time SMS sending is facilitated through our API, using templates or dynamic text.

Where another channel in our omnichannel platform is unsuccessful in delivering a message, we can automatically fail over to SMS. Priority and fail over channels are configurable.

Bidvest Data provides near-real-time and periodic aggregate batched reporting on consumer engagement, including link tracking, SMS and SV SMS delivery status, and customized reports on microsite access.