QuickSMS has entered a partnership with Access Health, part of The Access Group, to become the SMS and RCS Business Messaging provider for its Access Rio software, one of the UK's leading electronic patient record (EPR) systems for community, mental health and child health services.

In today's digital-first world, businesses have more ways than ever to communicate with customers. However, despite the rise of social media, email marketing and messaging apps, mobile messaging remains one of the most effective communication channels. For many organisations, the question is not whether to use mobile messaging, but which type of messaging will deliver the best results.

QuickSMS been awarded a place on the Government Commercial Agency’s (GCA) G-Cloud 15 framework, enabling public sector organisations across the UK to procure its secure cloud communications and enterprise messaging services through the Digital Marketplace.

You spend £800 GBP monthly on Facebook ads. Your engagement rate sits at 0.08%. Meanwhile, your competitor sends 500 SMS messages for £60 and gets read by 98% of recipients within three minutes. This isn't hypothetical. It's happening right now across thousands of UK SMEs. 

NHS Integrated Care Boards face an uncomfortable reality: SMS costs are spiralling whilst budgets shrink. One ICB in Cheshire and Merseyside alone spends £650,000 annually on text messages. Meanwhile, North East London ICB has capped practice funding at just seven message fragments per patient per month, forcing GP practices to either absorb costs themselves or reduce vital patient communication.

The online gaming industry has seen explosive growth over the past decade, with estimates indicating that there are over 2.7 billion gamers worldwide. This surge has created a competitive atmosphere where gaming companies need to stand out to attract and retain players.

RCS messaging takes SMS to the next level, allowing for richer interactions between brands and customers. Unlike traditional SMS, RCS supports multimedia content, interactive features, and advanced analytics.

The healthcare landscape in the UK is changing rapidly, largely thanks to advancements in technology. One notable innovation is SMS messaging, a tool that can enhance how healthcare providers communicate with patients.

In today’s fast-paced world, effective communication is crucial for local businesses aiming to thrive. One of the most immediate and engaging ways to connect with customers is through SMS marketing.