Survey: Area codes as important as zip codes for SMBs

The trendy zip code may have lost it's luster according to a recent survey of businesses. These businesses said having the right area code or 800 number prefix was more important than their actual address.

"Some things never change, like the importance of a first impression," said Mike Pugh, Vice President, Marketing of j2 Global Communications, Inc. "What's interesting about the survey findings is that it's an area code, not a physical address that now seems to have the most positive impact. eVoice enables a small business to be connected to the community - via a local area code - even though the business may be in another city or state. And for businesses that want to present a broader national image, eVoice offers toll-free numbers."

According to the survey:

How are businesses getting the right area code? Through phone answering systems and routers, primarily. With many phone service providers, these numbers also come with unlimited extensions and conference calling options as well as texting and routing options.

Tags: ecommerce, ecommerce trends, eVoice, J2 Global Communications, small business trends