Abstract: A method for allocating a call batch that includes a plurality of calls, to one out of a possible “n” providers for near simultaneous transmission by the one provider to a plurality of recipients, wherein each of the “n” providers has an overall capacity and a current level of use. In particular, the method comprises computing the potential free capacity of each provider by subtracting the call batch size from the actual capacity, and dividing the potential free capacity by the overall capacity to determine the proportion potential free capacity; and allocating the call batch to the provider having the largest proportion potential free capacity.

Abstract: A system for authorizing the mass distribution of a digital message includes a CPU configured to prepare in digital form a message from an initiator, and to distribute the message to a plurality of recipients and/or recipient contact devices. The CPU is further configured to associate with the message data sets selected by the initiator, and: To compare the data sets with a set of authorization criteria, whereby the CPU determines if an authorization threshold has been crossed. To distribute the message if no authorization threshold has been crossed. To wait for authorization if any authorization threshold has been crossed, and, thereafter: to distribute the message if authorization is provided; or to not distribute the message if authorization is not provided.