Why Mobile Messaging Works?

Why Mobile Messaging Works?

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  It’s asynchronous. Both partiesdon’t need to be available at the same time, unlike with phone or video chat. It’s threaded. One of the most compelling aspects of messaging is the context and continuity of a long-lived conversation. It’s a list of conversations. The list is quite simple — the conversation that had the most recent activity (inbound or outbound) is also the one that you’re most likely to hop back into, so it’s up at the top.It’s easy. Most messages can be quickly read from a lock screen notification (or from a watch!) and immediately understood. It’s informal. There’s no need for subject lines, intros, or signatures. Messaging is about keeping it to the point. Tap it out, done. It’s always with you. Every phone ships with a messaging app that can handle SMS at a minimum. Convenience always wins when it comes to communicating. It’s expressive. Whether it’s a well-worded note, animated gif, emoji, or video attachment, messages can say a lot. A read message that goes unreplied can say even more. reasons why mobile messaging works 7 3 7 2 1 5 4 6 Needs integration for business use. Messaging apps are easy for consumers to use, but they often need to be optimized or integrated with CRM when used by mobile workers like customer service reps, salespeople, and field sales. There is no one app. Unlike email, messaging has no single interface for all your users. You need to be where your customers are and use the interface that is most likely to make them take action. Global reach and compliance can be messy. Building messaging that works across the globe and is compliant with local regulations can be challenging. Everything from the types of messages, the time of day and opt-in rules must be respected. Violate the rules, and you can be shut down quickly. 31 2 reasons it sometimes fails 3 Jonathan Libov - Analyst at Union Square Ventures Text is the most socially useful communication technology. It works well in 1:1, 1:N, and M:N modes. The breadth, scale and depth of ways people use text is unmatched by anything.