Schools and universities are full of information that requires distribution among students, faculty members, and parents. Universities like St. Cloud tried to use phone calls and emails as their mode of communication, but it was ineffective and by far too inconvenient, especially for the parents. The dilemma leads to the demand for a more efficient and convenient way of communication.
ASG Platform upgraded St. Cloud University's existing phone lines into a new SMART network, providing them with a quicker, more convenient communication system.
About 86% of students reported that texts prompt them to complete an unfinished task.
ASG Platform's Enhance Messaging Platform allows St. Cloud to send quick SMS alerts for either
weather reports, class cancellation, school emergencies, sudden change of schedule and many more,
informing parents and students immediately via SMS.
Studies show that
76% of millennials
would rather lose calling capability than texting because it is “more convenient” for their lifestyle.
The new SMART phone lines allow universities to send instant invitations to staff or parent-teacher
meetings, serving as a friendly reminder for busy parents who are required to attend the meeting.
Over
90% of all text messages
are read in under 3 minutes and an average on of less than 5 seconds.
A proper functioning school requires a well-connected staff. St. Cloud’s advance SMART numbers allow them
to send text messages of upcoming events & activities to teachers and staffs instantly. Building a
trustworthy relationship with each other and keeping the spirit of learning alive.
About
72% of professionals
prefer text messages to messaging apps.
A lot of unexpected things can happen in universities. It’s either a student got sick, caught breaking the
rules, or any situation that requires their parent's attention. Phone calls can take time and
sometimes parents are unavailable to answer them. St. Cloud’s new upgraded phone lines allow them to send
urgent SMS for any accidents, providing a secured peace of mind for the parents.
About
77% of students
say they prefer to receive relevant information from colleges via text message.
Universities that are using ASG Platform's service have improved their student’s academic performance
by sending critical reminders for exams and quizzes, allowing their students to be fully aware and
prepared for each examination.
About
84% of students
reported that they found text reminders useful in helping them get everything done for college.
St. Cloud University gain an increased number of enrollments by utilizing ASG Platform's Enterprise
Enhanced Messaging Platform, sending SMS about schedules for enrollment and application deadlines to
prospecting students and parents.
About
30.8% of prospective students
who opt-in to receive text updates applied, versus 10.9% of all prospective students.
Education is the foundation of success, and it requires excelling communication to enhance the learning experience. With ASG Platform's intelligent Enterprise Enhanced Messaging Platform, St. Cloud provided the most connected and compelling learning environment for all their students and staff with their new SMART phone line.
A SMART Phone line is all you need. No need to install a new line, or invest on new hardware or software. Let ASG Platform unlock the potential of your existing phone lines today.
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