Should I be my own RespOrg?

Becoming your own Responsible Organization (RespOrg) for managing toll-free numbers can offer businesses control and potential cost savings by eliminating third-party fees and purchasing numbers directly from Somos, the toll-free registry manager. However, the process involves certification and associated costs, such as hiring staff and investing in monitoring software, which can offset potential savings. Alternatively, partnering with a provider like Bandwidth can provide the benefits of control and cost efficiency without the overhead of becoming a RespOrg. Bandwidth offers access to a 24/7 network operations center and a large inventory of pre-provisioned numbers, allowing businesses to focus on revenue-generating activities rather than toll-free management.