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Q. How much will it cost me for Network Services to distribute my magazine?
A. There isn’t a standard rate card for distributing magazines although there are 2 different costing models that are used, factors such as number of titles in the portfolio, volumes and cover prices will have an influence over the final agreement. The two pricing structures are PCD – Per Copy Distributed, the publisher is paid on copies distributed and PCS – Per Copy Sold, the publisher is paid on copies sold.
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Q. How long does it take to plan a launch?
A. Depending on the size of the launch we would normally recommend anything from 3-6 months. Should the publisher require a large retail presence and have a considerable budget we advise as much notice as possible to get the best outcome.
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Q. How many retail outlets can I expect to reach should I distribute through Network Services?
A. In total we distribute to over 8,000 retailers. There are 5 main categories of retail outlets: Newsagents, Supermarkets, Bookstores, Convenience and Mass Merchants. Due to the sub-agent agreements with Newsagents, your magazine could reach up to a further 20,000 outlets.
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Q. How long will it take me to get sales data and what information will you provide me?
A. We are able to provide our publishers with a host of information during the life cycle of a magazine. At the very earliest stage scan data can be made available, followed by returns projections and final sales. Generally after 2 weeks off-sale you would expect a good indicator of how the issue has performed.
Our publishers can access their very latest sales data via our on-line reporting portal.
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Q. Can Network Services help with my Trade Marketing activity?
A. Yes, we have a team of experienced retail and marketing specialists at Head Office who work with our publishers on their circulation and marketing strategy. We are able to assist with point of sale design, merchandising, sampling, fulfilment, advertising and many other aspects of trade marketing.
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Q. How much will it cost me for Network Services to manage my subscriptions?
A. We offer a flexible pricing model depending on the specific needs of each publisher - factors such as number of titles in the portfolio, volumes and frequency as well as specific elements regarding the level of services required will have an influence over the final agreement.
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Q. Is it difficult to manage the transfer of my subscriber details?
A. Network Services is experienced in managing both simple data transfers as well as more complex with a high degree of accuracy. We work with each publisher to determine a solution that best fits the specific needs of the publisher. We have developed a proven methodology to simplify the process for you.
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Q. What types of subscriptions reports are available?
A. Network Services provides a standard suite of reports as well as customized reports to meet each publishers specific needs. These include standard financial and audit reports, promotions results reports, renewal response reports, as well as customer service reports.
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Q. I’m only interested in Magshop or Acquisition support, can you help?
A. Yes we can! Network Services provides a full suite of services across the subscriber lifecycle that can be tailored to meet each publishers’ requirements.