FREQUENTLY ASKED QUSTIONS

Q. Can we access our account via the internet?
A. Yes - 24/7. ADS-PLUS client access program allows you to view current orders, artwork, and request changes.
To access a sample client click here.

Q. Are All CMR’s the same?

A. NO!!! Just like in your business, there are excellent CMR’s and some that are not as good. ADS-PLUS is rated a 5 star CMR by Verizon/Idearc and other publishers.

Q. Are publishers rates the same in local & national?
A. In most cases they are the same. Some publishers may charge a premium for placing ads on a national basis.

Q. Do all CMR’s charge the same rates?

A. All CMR’s work off the same data base provided by the publishers.

Q. Do publishers give national discounts?

A. Most publishers have discount programs available that are usually based on how much the client spent in a particular directory when they were still on local. First time national advertisers will usually fit into a discount program if they use an
informational in-column space ad or above.

Q. Can you guarantee the lowest rates?

A. Yes, when we key an item of advertising to our system, the system automatically tells us that a discounted item is available. We always use the lowest rated item when available.

Q. Do all CMR’s provide proof of publication?

A. No, however, ADS-PLUS provides a proof prior to publication then sends you a copy of the publisher invoice and tear sheets after the directory publishes.

Q. Do most CMR’s do their own artwork?

A. Most CMR’s farm out artwork to vendors. ADS-PLUS has a complete in house art service exclusively for our clients.

Q. How do you send orders?

A. ADS-PLUS uses a private internet system that transmits orders electronically through the YPPA-ELITE System, directly to the appropriate publisher.

Q. How is artwork sent to publishers?
A. Artwork is also transmitted electronically to the publishers through our YPPA-Elite System. Some smaller publishers still require PMT’s/veloxes.

Q. How does ADS-PLUS make its money?
A. The publishers pay us commissions on a sliding scale, on all advertising placed with each publisher.

Q. What services does your CMR provide its’ clients, and what are your charges?

A. Except artwork, all of our services are FREE to our clients, more details on our services are available by clicking here.