While scheduled social media posts has become fairly common place, being able to schedule text messages is still a new concept. Based in the UK, NexText Messenger allows you to schedule texts to be sent in the future as well as send regular messages, create groups, call contacts and send tasks to co-workers.
Currently in beta, the messaging app lets users send a message now with a pre-determined delivery date. On an individual basis the ability to schedule text messages could work well for events you don't want to forget, like wishing someone a happy birthday. It would also work well for organizing groups. Businesses could use this feature similarly to scheduled posts on social networks, sending on promotions, discounts and deals to their customer base.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Scheduled Messaging
- Opportunity for apps or services that allow users to schedule text messages in advance.
- Automated Communication
- Potential for technologies that streamline and automate communication processes, such as scheduled messaging.
- Personalized Messaging
- Room for innovation in developing messaging apps that offer personalized features like scheduling texts for specific occasions.
Where This Applies
- Mobile Apps
- Mobile app developers have an opportunity to create scheduled messaging apps that enhance communication capabilities.
- Customer Relationship Management
- CRM software providers could integrate scheduled messaging functionalities to improve customer engagement and communication.
- Event Management
- Event management companies can leverage scheduled messaging apps to send event reminders and updates to attendees.
