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At IMS, we believe that a successful barter transaction depends upon full disclosure. The client has a right to know, and the barter agent is obligated to explain, how each step in the process will unfold. IMS's approach involves a seven-step process:


1. The first step is to define what the goods are and where and how the goods can be sold. IMS strives to ensure that regular channels of distribution and sales force efforts are not undermined. A thorough discussion of appropriate and restricted retailers is a necessary prelude to a clean transaction.

2. IMS will approach a select group of targeted accounts to secure the maximum cash value for the client merchandise. Discreet disposal of an inventory is essential to maximizing value.

3. As an element of full disclosure, IMS will advise the client of the cash value it received for the goods. This is of critical importance, since the cash value of the goods becomes the basis of a realistic and deliverable offer.

4. A thorough and detailed discussion with the client precedes IMS fashioning a formal offer. Specific information that will affect the nature and size of IMS's offer include: the cash from the sale of merchandise; the size and type of offer the client is seeking; and media buying parameters.

5. In disposing of goods, IMS provides detailed shipping instructions to the client. This ensures that the product is delivered directly to the pre-approved customer. Confirmation of shipment and receipt of goods is carefully audited through standard shipping manifests and bills of lading.

6. IMS presents its offer in the form of a written contract, which, beyond stating the value of the offer, also spells out the specific responsibilities of the respective parties.

7. Based upon the client's media buying information, IMS delivers requested media and then provides the client and agency with media affidavits and a post-buy analysis.

 

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Phone: 917-854-3157

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