New Cars - who's going electric?
Two years ago, we asked our friends over at MyOffers to talk to their audience about the cars they drive and the cars they want to drive with some fascinating results. Before I start, I should share a couple of facts… The MyOffers audience…
The ICO and Experian - What have we learned?
On Monday this week, the First-Tier Tribunal published its judgment on Experian’s appeal against the ICO’s enforcement notice. The tribunal allowed the appeal in part and made a substitute decision with such minor ramifications for Experian that…
Zero Party What?
I’d never try to explain the difference between first- second- and third-party data to friends outside of work. They probably wouldn’t remain my friends for too long! But for marketers, knowing which kind of data they are working with is…
Acquiring customers through email marketing
Acquiring new customers is an essential aspect of growing a business, and email marketing can be one of the most effective ways to reach out to potential customers. But how many of us have been here before…. you have generated fresh new leads, you…
Eco-friendly Cosmetics Anyone?
Eco friendly cosmetics are booming business in the UK, but should we pay more for sustainable products or should sustainability just be part of the deal. PDV commissioned sister company MyOffers to lift the lid on what users of cosmetics really…
Why is the Halfords Fine vexing marketers?
Halfords sent around half a million emails informing customers of a government scheme for bike servicing. They considered the email was a service email, so it was also sent to people who had opted out of marketing emails. But as the email directed…
Seller Beware
Organisations are regularly fined for using data sourced from brokers or other suppliers without ensuring consent has been captured correctly, or without establishing another lawful basis for processing. With rare exceptions, the organisation is…
How many prospects will say yes?
I joined this industry in a previous century, and we used to do things a bit differently then. Lesson one for a Green Account Exec was never, ever, give a straight answer to the question “How many prospects will say yes?” For lots of reasons, we…
How to use the post to reach new customers
When it comes to reaching potential customers, businesses have a few different options. One popular option is direct mail, where marketing materials are sent directly to people’s homes or businesses through the mail. Another option is…