The Buddy Check Network (BCN)—Text Messaging (SMS) Ordering Service
Fast and Convenient
BCN-SMS is a new service for ordering pickup, delivery, and takeout from local restaurants using
text messaging from your mobile phone.
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BCN-SMS is faster than using a phone call or even a website, since all orders are transmitted and
confirmed electronically right from your mobile phone. There are never any additional charges for the
use of our services*.
- Easy To Use — No special equipment needed. Works with any mobile telephone that can send Text messages (SMS) or email
- Fast — No waiting on hold. Orders are processed instantly.
- Low Cost — No additional cost for using the service. Free registration.
- Convenient – Send from your mobile phone and have orders waiting for Pickup or Delivery.
Have a Blackberry? Then it's even better as the BCN-SMS service works for email and text messaging.
Just send your registration message from your Blackberry, Email device or computer.
How Does My Buddy Check - SMS Ordering Service Work?
It's simple and Easy:
Step 1 - Register
You can register right from your mobile phone or email account by sending a formatted
registration text message, with the correct Field Codes (See below for examples) to register@bcnmsg.com.
Registering with a local business still enables you to use the service with any registered merchant in any City.
Quick Tip: Text or Email "Help" to RegHelp@bcnmsg.com and you will get a formatted registration message
back that you can:
- 1. Select "Forward Message" on your phone or email menu
- 2. Address to Register@bcnmsg.com
- 3. Fill in all Fields in the message format
- 4. Send and you will get confrimation of registration
Step 2 - Place Your Order
Registered members can order at anytime by sending an SMS or email from their registered mobile phone or email account to bcn@bcnmsg.com.
We have created a Quick Ordering eMenu Code system that makes it fast and easy to order without a lot of typing.
Every "Menu Item" has a
Quick Menu Code that lets you order any item on the menu by texting 2 or 3 letters. We translate the codes, calculate the total price, and send you a electronic
confirmation with your order details & prices. Your order will be waiting for pickup or will be delivered right to your door.
Step 3 - Save Time and Money
No need to boot up the computer or wait forever on hold you now can send your order whenever and where ever you want.
Save Money by Opting-In to received special instant discounts from participating restaurants with your order confirmations.
“Simplicity is the key!"
There is no hardware or software to install so that in a matter
of minutes you are up and running.
My Buddy Check SMS - Message Formats
Use the message format below to register and use the function of the My Buddy Check SMS system. The
Field Codes on the right explain the fields used in the messages. Thes
message formats are valid for SMS and Email.
Enter each Field Code on a new line or seprate with an "&"
For any question or support Contact Us or SMS/Email "Help" to reghelp@bcnmsg.com
to get help in formatting your registration mesage.
Register
Place An Order
Order Confirm
"Field Codes"
- Enter each Field Code on a new line or seprate with a &
- Format is: SVC@Field Code
- *****************
- Registration
- * required fields
- *FN@ = First name
- *LN@ = Last name
- *ZIP@ = USA zip code or country postal code
- *PHONE@ = Members mobile phone number.
The is a key field as only the registered phone numbers will be able to
access the BCN. USA phone numbers must be 10 digits (no dashes)
- Example :1234567890
- EMAIL@ = The members’ valid email address. (Optional)
This email can be used to send confirms, report listings, and control access to BCN
- CTYR@ = The members’ Country code. 1 for the USA is the default if not entered.
- ADDR@ = The members’ home address (for delivery). (Optional)
- Send registrations to register@bcnmsg.com
- *****************
- Ordering
- Service code keys
- *SVC@BusinessCode-PKU = Pick-Up order from local business. Business Code will be 3-4 letter of the local restaurant name.
- *SVC@BusinessCode-DEL = Delivery order from local business. Business Code will be 3-4 letter of the local restaurant name.
- Example - SVC@SUBPKU = Pickup order from Subway. (example only)
- *****************
- Format is: How many you want of the item (number)@Menu Code
- (no spaces and case does not matter )
- Example - 2@L2
- Example - 1@C1
- Order as many as you want. If you have to split large order across multiple messages it
is not a problem as they will each be send immediately.
- COM@+ Comments. Include any special instructions or request and it be sent to the business.
- (for help or suggestions Contact us)
Try It Now!
SMS or Email a Registration Request from your mobile phone to register@bcnmsg.com