Advance2

Join the online 'Self Service' revolution The 'Advance2' Online advertisement booking solution is the result of a complete re-design and now incorporates the very latest technology. Saving valuable keying time for the publisher, Advance is an online tool, available 24X7 and allows the public to book multi style classified and semi-display adverts directly into a front-end system simply, using their web browser. Generating additional revenue, Advance2 yield's impressive time and cost savings for the publisher as the advert is booked and set automatically. The tool is neatly integrated into the publisher's web site and is easy to set-up and customise. A variety of advert packages can be defined and the system can also be used for creation of free adverts. Guided through a short series of templates to provide their advert content and personal details, the customer can see their advert dynamically displayed in real time within the browser, just as it will appear within the publication. With the ability to adjust content the customer is prompted to up-sell their advert with options offered for enhanced styles and content. Once satisfied, the customer is then prompted to provide their personal details, with the option of PAF address validation helping the customer glide through the process whilst importantly ensuring quick and accurate address capture. Payment is then made by Credit / Debit card using a secure online e-banking vendor service. The advert is booked and set without the publisher having to process it. An approval suite is provided allowing the publisher the option to scrutinise adverts before acceptance into the booking system. An automatic exception check is also made whilst the customer is on line to prevent inclusion of unacceptable words. With the benefits of additional revenue, huge time and cost savings for the publisher, Advance2 from PCS, also pushes the software envelope and truly reaching out to a new audience.