Heavy Internet traffic to websites was virtually matched by the money people were willing to spend on retailer sites, by almost 25 percent more than last year.
Pulitzer Extends Allowance of Online Content
Though the most prestigious award in writing has yet to fully embrace online content, the Pulitzer Prize Board announced that more online material would be considered; but the board, perhaps stubbornly traditional, still only allows online submissions that have a print counterpart.
Online PR and Social Media for 2007
PR professionals and agencies need to get trained.
Preparing For The GMAT Exam Online
There is a new site that launched on Monday that focuses on preparing potential grad students to pass the GMAT exam. The site is called Grockit and it takes its name from a book by Robert Heinlein titled “Strangers in A Strange Land”. The term “grok” is used in the book and it means to understand something so well that it becomes a part of you.
Online Career Sites Remain Popular
The Internet plays a key role in many peoples lives. It can entertain and educate. It has also changed the landscape for both job seekers and employers. In October of this year there were 2.5 million new postings for available positions on job search sites or in online newspapers according to the Conference Board. The number marks a 28 percent increase from a year ago.
Wal-Mart Tests Film Sales Online
Retail giant Wal-Mart tests the waters of the online video market with the first offering to the site.
Online Video Will Not Beat TV
The BBC conducted a survey of more than 2,000 people to learn more about their online video viewing habits. While the Reuters report suggests that nearly half of Brits are watching less traditional TV, the reality is a little different. Here’s what Reuters leads with
Catalogs VS. Online Shopping
This is the time of year that most people will receive countless catalogs in their mailboxes. With online shopping continuing to increase why are so many retailers mailing catalogs? The strategy is fairly simple; retailers are hoping that their catalog will direct consumers to their online sites.
Black Friday Cashes In Online
Although most people think of long lines of shoppers outside stores awaiting 5 a.m. openings and deeply discounted merchandise, the lines were just as impressive on the Internet.
Majority of Vacationers Plan Trips Online
A report published by eMarketer shows that 58% of vacation planners are planning their trips online. Conversely, only 23% of respondents made use of travel agents in their holiday plans.