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TechSpeed Inc: Women Owned Technology Company, Pioneering AI-Driven BPO Solutions
TechSpeed Inc is a Women Owned Technology company. Founded in 2002, it is the first AI-driven Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) provider. Pairing AI-driven technology automation and Human in the Loop support, TechSpeed enables businesses of all sizes to grow with scalable outsourcing solutions...
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- Customer Support
- Transcription Services
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $6/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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TechSpeed Reviews & Testimonials
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Data Entry Review from Etienne Demeules
TechSpeed support is seamless with ongoing workflows or new ones. Using them on different files, they have great turnaround and make sure data always meets expectations
Data Entry Review from Diane Ernstsson
TechSpeed has been a wonderful solution for our data entry needs. Their project manager is super friendly, easy to work with, extremely responsive and clear. TechSpeed swiftly got us through a rough patch when we were very backed up on data entry projects. They went above and beyond to exceed our expectations for sooner-than-expected delivery of the projects for data entry. Their QA is spot-on and very thorough. TechSpeed has been so great to work with!
Data Entry Review from Mark Stefanski
For many years, Compology has worked with TechSpeed on image labeling, valuing TechSpeed's attention to detail and interest in optimizing processes. The client can rely on it to go over instructions, ask questions, give feedback, and train its team to follow it to a T. TechSpeed commits its time and resources to delivering great results and getting the job done well. Compology highly recommends working with the agency. (Verified via email)
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsNo More Missed Business Calls
Assistring LLC is a customer-focused BPO partner that helps businesses scale through reliable, high-quality customer support and operational services. We combine skilled teams, efficient processes, and flexible delivery models to provide exceptional value, seamless customer experiences, and consistent...
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- Call Centers
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- BPO
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- Location
- Stratham, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $7/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
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We Build Your AI Workforce & Web Presence Installed in Your NYC Business
Batista AI builds custom websites for NYC contractors and installs AI agent systems physically inside small businesses using Mac mini and Mac Studio hardware. Our AI agents handle lead generation, scheduling, invoicing, and customer follow-up 24/7 on Apple Silicon. We serve HVAC, plumbing, electrical...
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- Web Design
- AI Development
- Web Development
- SEO
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Automate. Integrate. Elevate
BurkyFlow helps businesses automate operations, streamline workflows, and accelerate growth with AI. We build AI Voice Agents, CRM automation, intelligent chatbots, workflow integrations, and custom AI solutions that eliminate repetitive tasks, improve customer experiences, and increase revenue. Our mission...
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- AI Development
- IT Services
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Our VAs Build Automation For You
GoJarvis matches growing businesses with pre-trained virtual assistants who handle operations, sales support, and inbox management — while building custom automations that make your business run faster...
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- BPO
- HR Outsourcing
- Customer Support
- Phone Answering Services
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Brea, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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AI automation for businesses that want results, not roadmaps
Rift Automation Solutions builds AI-powered automation systems for UK SMEs from missed call text-back and lead follow-up to CV screening, invoice chasing, and appointment booking. We replace manual tasks with intelligent workflows, so businesses save time, capture more leads, and grow without hiring...
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- AI Development
- Business Consulting
- CRM Consulting
- Customer Support
- Phone Answering Services
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- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Flexible. Scalable. Exceptional
ContactWorks is high value / high touch contact center outsourcing business that has a 20+ year history of providing great customer support. We deliver value in a wide range of services including customer service, technical support and client acquisition...
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- Customer Support
- Managed Services
- IT Services
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $28/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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ContactWorks Reviews & Testimonials
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The new "Tech Team One" IT services they are offering are awesome. I haven't seen a better priced Remote Virus Removal/Pc Tune-Up/ or Software help service that a better value than the one they offer.
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All ReviewsExpert Staffing Partner for Your Business Growth
Building a remote team should improve operational capacity, not introduce communication gaps, management complexity, or inconsistent service delivery.Elite Sense Consulting provides remote staffing solutions for businesses seeking reliable, multilingual professionals who integrate into existing workflows...
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- Business Consulting
- BPO
- Call Centers
- Logistics
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $9/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Time to make the business startup.
Mainstream Digicom specializes in cutting-edge AI and VoIP solutions tailored for modern businesses. From AI-driven content creation to robust VoIP services, we equip startups and enterprises with the tools to enhance efficiency and scale operations. Visit us at https://mainstreamdigicom.com for innovative...
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- Web Design
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Mainstream Digicom Reviews & Testimonials
Arham Mohammad's Review Sourced from Google
Been a client with Mainstream Digicom for many years now and I have always been satisfied with the services they offer. They also provide great customer service. Special thanks for Francois who has been my go to person for all my needs. Will highly recommend
Claire-Danielle Barbier's Review Sourced from Google
Words cannot describe on how happy I am and VERY satisfied with the service. Frank has been the most humble, professional, meticulous, respectful person that my husband and I ever meet. We will definitely refer Mainstream Digicom to anyone and everyone. We are looking forward to do business and remains clients
Enett Reid's Review Sourced from Google
Excellent service, love my new online shop! We are already on to my next project and look forward to a long term working relationship!Francois is very attentive, understanding and patient with one goal in mind, to meet the need of the customer!I also like his extra helpful suggestions and touches in order to deliver, and by doing so he has met all my expectations!Bravo Francois!
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Newton Workforce is a multidisciplinary workforce and outsourcing company based in Lebanon, providing integrated business support solutions across Lebanon and the region. We assist startups, SMEs, multinational corporations, NGOs, and investors with Employer of Record (EOR), payroll management, HR...
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- BPO
- HR Outsourcing
- Call Centers
- Customer Support
- Translation Services
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- Location
- Lebanon, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Newton Workforce Reviews & Testimonials
Muhammed Hassen's Review Sourced from Google
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Hello, we can work together.We can send Ethiopian workers.We can send male and female workers.
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WiseLex BPO Solutions is a dynamic and client-focused business process outsourcing company, specializing in interpretation, translation, and back-office support. With a team of skilled professionals across multiple languages Including Haitian Creole, French and Spanish and more...
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- Translation Services
- HR Outsourcing
- Call Centers
- BPO
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- Location
- San Cristóbal, Dominican Republic
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $8/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Managed nearshore BPO teams for regulated operations
Actigy BPO helps companies build and run managed nearshore operations teams across Central and Eastern Europe. We support finance, compliance, healthcare, customer support, technical support, IT/QA, AI data operations, and back-office workflows with documented SOPs, trained operators, QA, and measurable...
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- BPO
- Customer Support
- Call Centers
- Accounting
- HR Outsourcing
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- Location
- Marbella, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Where Ideas Turn Into Scalable Products.
CoderzHub is a digital agency that offers services ranging from website development, mobile app development, custom software developement and digital marketing...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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We build your website, then grow your business.
ZexAi is a UK-based digital agency that builds professional websites and provides ongoing growth services for small and mid-size businesses. We combine AI-powered tools with hands-on delivery to get you online fast then stick around to handle your marketing, automation, and lead generation. From landing pages...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $51/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Busy Working Magic
Better Web Management turns websites from static marketing assets into actively managed business systems. We sit in the space between a traditional web agency, an IT partner, and an AI automation company. Rather than treating design, hosting, SEO, analytics, automation, and AI as separate services, we connect...
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- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Tempe, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Better Web Management Reviews & Testimonials
Possible Mushroom's Review Sourced from Google
Better Web Management has done tremendous work on my website! Looks amazing l, it flows and no Las Vegas effect!
Candice H's Review Sourced from Google
I recently had the pleasure of working with Better Web Management (Peter) on my website project, and I couldn't be happier with the results. From the start, Peter was attentive and truly listened to my ideas and vision. He crafted an incredible logo that perfectly represents my brand, showcasing his creativity and design skills.Throughout the process, Peter was patient and accommodating, always willing to make adjustments and provide insightful suggestions. His creativity and innovative ideas brought my project to life in ways I hadn't imagined. I highly recommend Better Web Management to anyone looking for a talented and professional website designer.Peter's work exceeded my expectations, and I am thrilled with the final product!.
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Peter did an amazing job. He was very helpful and patient with me. He listened to my requests and made them happen.
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Virtual Assistant House, Corp. is a modern Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and Virtual Assistance company delivering flexible staffing and managed outsourcing solutions. We provide dedicated virtual assistants, specialized remote professionals, and operational support teams tailored to the unique...
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- BPO
- Social Media Marketing
- Call Centers
- Customer Support
- HR Outsourcing
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- Location
- Davao City, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Automating Real Life Operations
Technical automation agency specializing in GoHighLevel systems, n8n automations, Make.com integrations, and full-funnel digital marketing...
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- CRM Consulting
- Email Marketing
- Phone Answering Services
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Multan, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Email Marketing
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- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Phone Answering Services FAQs
What are phone answering services?
Phone answering services are third-party companies that handle incoming calls for businesses. Instead of letting calls go to voicemail or pulling staff away from their work, these services provide trained professionals who answer on behalf of the business, take messages, transfer calls, or provide basic information.
How do professional answering services help businesses improve customer communication?
Professional answering services improve customer communication by making sure every call is answered quickly and professionally. This reduces wait times, prevents missed opportunities, and ensures customers always reach a real person instead of voicemail. For many businesses, this consistency builds trust and improves overall customer satisfaction.
Which types of businesses benefit most from using phone answering services?
Businesses that benefit the most from using phone answering services include:
- Small businesses and startups gain professional call handling without hiring full-time staff
- Medical, legal, and service providers ensure clients always reach someone for urgent or time-sensitive needs
- E-commerce and customer support teams manage high call volumes and improve response times
What are the top-rated phone answering service providers on DesignRush in 2025?
The top-rated phone answering service providers on DesignRush in 2025 are:
What core and specialized services do phone answering companies provide?
Core services phone answering companies provide include:
- Live call answering
- Message taking and forwarding
- Call transfers and routing
- Appointment scheduling
- Basic customer support and FAQs
Specialized services:
- Order processing and payment handling
- Bilingual or multilingual support
- After-hours and 24/7 coverage
- Industry-specific scripts (e.g., medical intake, legal intake)
- CRM and software integrations for seamless data management
How much do phone answering services cost in 2025?
In 2025, phone answering services typically cost between $0.80 and $1.17 per minute, which equals about $20 to $45 per hour. Pricing depends on how calls are billed; some providers charge by the minute, some charge a flat fee per call, and others use a monthly subscription that includes a set number of minutes with extra charges for overages.
The final price also varies by factors like call volume, call duration, transfers, and how providers handle wrong numbers or spam calls.
How quickly can a business see improvements after adopting phone answering services?
Most businesses see improvements almost immediately after adopting a phone answering service. Calls stop going to voicemail, customers reach a live person faster, and staff get clear, timely messages. This shift alone can raise customer satisfaction from day one.
Over a few weeks, the benefits compound: fewer missed leads, smoother appointment scheduling, and better responsiveness to urgent issues. For companies with high call volumes, the difference in efficiency and professionalism is often visible within the first month.
What should you look for when choosing a phone answering service provider?
When choosing a phone answering service provider, look for:
- 24/7 availability and quick response times
- Professional, well-trained agents who represent your brand
- Transparent pricing and clear call reporting
- Flexible plans that match your call volume and budget
- Extra features like bilingual support, CRM integration, or industry-specific scripts
- Strong reviews and proven track record with businesses like yours
What red flags suggest a phone answering service may not be reliable?
Red flags that suggest a phone answering service may not be reliable are:
- Long hold times or frequent missed calls during testing
- Vague or hidden pricing without clear breakdowns
- Poor communication or unprofessional behavior from agents
- Lack of transparency in call reports or performance data
- No references, reviews, or proven track record
- Limited availability, such as no after-hours or weekend coverage
What key questions should you ask before hiring a phone answering company?
Key questions you should ask before hiring a phone answering company include:
- What pricing model do you use (per minute, per call, or monthly)?
- How do you handle after-hours, weekends, and holidays?
- Can your agents follow customized scripts for my industry?
- Do you offer bilingual or multilingual support?
- Which CRMs or tools can you integrate with?
- How do you report on call activity and service performance?
How do professional answering services differ from in-house receptionists or call software?
An in-house receptionist works only during business hours and requires a salary, benefits, and training. Software solutions, while cheaper, usually rely on automated menus or voicemail, which can frustrate customers looking for a real person.
Answering services combine the best of both: live human support without the overhead of full-time staff. They provide 24/7 coverage, industry-specific scripts, and multilingual options, which most small teams can’t manage alone. Unlike software, they add empathy and judgment to calls, and unlike a single receptionist, they scale with call volume.
Which tools, CRM integrations, and multilingual features do top phone answering services use?
Top phone answering services use:
- Tools: IVR systems, call recording, analytics dashboards, VoIP/softphones, helpdesk ticketing
- CRMs: Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho, Microsoft Dynamics
- Multilingual: Bilingual agents, multilingual call scripts, real-time language support
How legitimate is the content in the FAQs?
We’re committed to providing practical and accurate information to both businesses and agencies, so we turned to Chike Agbai, founder and CEO of Azumo, a fast-growing software development company. He shared his perspective on what qualifications to look for when hiring a customer support partner.
Chike Agbai spent nearly two decades as an investment banker on Wall Street, where he advised leading software companies such as Oracle, Salesforce, and Dell on high-stake transactions, before founding Azumo in 2016. Under his leadership, Azumo has grown into a multi-million-dollar business, creating software solutions for global brands like Meta, Discovery, and Zynga, as well as high-growth startups.