Use Multiple Touches to Multiply Your Profits

| Dan McDade

Each year, millions companies spend on business marketing strategies that involve one-off ads or direct mail pieces that may win awards, but generate few sales. The reason? Most often, this type of direct marketing campaign does not reach qualified prospects.

Abacus Indicator

| MCM staff

According to the Abacus 2006 Multi-channel Annual Trend Report, sales trends continue to vary significantly by product category, ranging from increases of 75% to declines of 86%.

Show Me the Data: Slim Down Your Customer File

| Bill Singleton

Many people gain holiday weight. Your customer file can also gain weight that can make it sluggish and less efficient. The start of a new year is a great time to trim your customer information for two significant reasons.