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	<title>bug tracking software</title>
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				<title>Bug Tracking In The Office Environment</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jun 2007 01:15:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>bug tracking system</category><category>have noticed that</category><category>local system</category><category>things go wrong</category><category>bug details</category><category>system bug</category><category>office environment</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/bug-tracking-in-the-office-environment</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Do you work in a busy office environment where everybody relies on the same computer system? Whether you're a low level employee or whether you're trying to manage such an office, you're bound to have noticed that the same software problems keep cropping up. Bug tracking offers a streamlined way]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Do you work in a busy <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/office+environment" rel="tag">office environment</a> where everybody relies on the same computer system? Whether you're a low level employee or whether you're trying to manage such an office, you're bound to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/have+noticed+that" rel="tag">have noticed that</a> the same software problems keep cropping up. Bug tracking offers a streamlined way to deal with them. <br /><br /> Bug tracking is the process by which software developers and support staff receive feedback on problems with new software. Much bug tracking takes place in a professional environment before the software is released, but there's inevitably some bug tracking left for end users to take care of. Participating in this bug tracking helps to move the development process along and speed up the appearance of service patches and similar solutions. But bug tracking isn't just useful at the development end - by applying it in your office you can dramatically increase the efficiency of your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/local+system" rel="tag">local system</a>. <br /><br /> All you require for local <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/system+bug" rel="tag">system bug</a> tracking is a database in which you can store <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bug+details" rel="tag">bug details</a> and a standardised method for submitting bug tracking reports. This should include a description of what the bug did, a description of what caused it (including all activity on that machine immediately beforehand, plus a note of any other programs running at the same time) and an indication of how severe the problems caused by the bug were. Once everybody in the office is familiar with this, it will be easy for them to submit bug tracking reports whenever they encounter problems. The bug tracking project administrator can then add notes when solutions for problems are found, so that there's one clear set of instructions to refer to when <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/things+go+wrong" rel="tag">things go wrong</a>. Maintaining a local <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bug+tracking+system" rel="tag">bug tracking system</a> doesn't take much time, and the amount of time it can save you in managing problems in considerable.   <bio>Karen Baron <a href="http://www.elementool.com/" >http://www.elementool.com/</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Business De-bugging</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Dec 2007 09:35:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>software bug tracking software</category><category>bug tracking software</category><category>open source programs</category><category>software development firms</category><category>programming productivity</category><category>project management software</category><category>desk functions</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/business-de-bugging</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Bug tracking software is an application that helps programmers keep track of problems in their software programs. These problems are referred to commonly as bugs. Another name for bug tracking software is issue tracking software or system.  Many bug-tracking software programs, primarily open]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bug+tracking+software" rel="tag">Bug tracking software</a> is an application that helps programmers keep track of problems in their software programs. These problems are referred to commonly as bugs. Another name for bug tracking software is issue tracking software or system. <br /><br /> Many bug-tracking software programs, primarily <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/open+source+programs" rel="tag">open source programs</a> (those that allow users to make changes) will let any users report these bugs as soon as they locate them. Other bug tracking software applications are only used in-house by an organization or business entity that is developing its own software. Most of the time bug tracking software is integrated with other <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/project+management+software" rel="tag">project management software</a>. <br /><br /> Bug tracking software is highly regarded in the world of software development, with <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/software+development+firms" rel="tag">software development firms</a> using it extensively. <br /><br /> One of the major components of any bug tracking software is a database for recording facts about the bugs that are known. These facts could include the date and time the bug was first recorded, how severe it is, the erroneous behavior it exhibits or produces, and the details about reproduction of the bug. The software should also provide for documentation of the name of the person reporting each as well as the name of any engineers or programmers who are working on correcting it. <br /><br /> Most bug tracking software supports the bug life cycle concept. This is tracked by assigning a status to each bug. The bug tracking program should let administrators determine which users are allowed to editor or view a bug in what status, who can move each bug to a different status, or delete it altogether. The application should also let administrators configure the status of each bug and what status it is allowed to relocate to. <br /><br /> A bug tracking software can generate reports in a corporate environment. These reports note the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/programming+productivity" rel="tag">programming productivity</a> associated with repairing bugs. Generally bug tracking software is used by a team of professionals who specialize in application support or help <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/desk+functions" rel="tag">desk functions</a>, keeping track of issues that they convey to software developers. <br /><br /> Source: <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bug_tracking" >http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bug_tracking</a>   <bio>Karen Baron <a href="http://www.elementool.com/" >http://www.elementool.com/</a>: Enables software developers to track new bugs, prioritize and assign bugs to team members, generate bug reports, send email messages between users, attach files, type notes on a message board, customize the account according to their special needs and more.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Building A Bug Tracking Database</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jun 2007 02:19:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>bug tracking software</category><category>bug tracking system</category><category>contact</category><category>encounter bugs</category><category>good bug</category><category>set priorities</category><category>exact cause</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/building-a-bug-tracking-database</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Whenever you're working with new software, and especially if you're working in development, you're bound to encounter bugs. A good bug tracking system is essential. You might choose to employ standardised bug tracking software, or you might prefer to build a bug tracking database geared to your]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Whenever you're working with new software, and especially if you're working in development, you're bound to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/encounter+bugs" rel="tag">encounter bugs</a>. A good <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bug+tracking+system" rel="tag">bug tracking system</a> is essential. You might choose to employ standardised <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bug+tracking+software" rel="tag">bug tracking software</a>, or you might prefer to build a bug tracking database geared to your specific needs. <br /><br /> Building a bug tracking database is essentially quite simple. All you need is a record of what the bug was, what it did, how it occurred, and how severe the problems it caused were. The tricky bit is setting up a bug tracking report system which will make sure everyone contributing to the bug tracking database interprets this in the same way. The safest way is to provide a bug tracking form which use simple language and leaves space for additional comments. Encourage contributors to provide extra information, especially if they're not sure of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/exact+cause" rel="tag">exact cause</a> of the bug. Bug tracking is most efficient when you can use your bug tracking database to compare these reports side by side and determine common factors. Make sure each report includes its contributor's name so that you have somebody to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/contact" rel="tag">contact</a> to clear up any uncertainties. <br /><br /> Establishing the severity of problems when bug tracking is more important than it might seem, because this is what enables you to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/set+priorities" rel="tag">set priorities</a> within your bug tracking and solutions development scheme. Bug tracking alone is of limited use unless you're able to build a practical schedule for tackling the problems at hand. Naturally, a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/good+bug" rel="tag">good bug</a> tracking database will also keep a record of the times and dates when bugs occurred so that you can determine when solutions have worked or when other system changes have led to their disappearance. It's helpful to keep a note, alongside your bug tracking database, detailing when new pieces of software were added to the system. <br /><br /> Building a bug tracking database from scratch might sound like hard work, but it's often the best way to ensure an efficient bug tracking process which suits the people you have to work with. After all, if it's going to be done, it's worth making sure that it's done effectively.   <bio><a href="http://www.elementool.com/" >http://www.elementool.com/</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>What Is Affiliate Tracking Software And Where To Find It</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 Aug 2007 12:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>who accepts paypal</category><category>affiliate tracking software</category><category>email messages</category><category>idev</category><category>promote your product</category><category>promotional materials</category><category>tool that lets</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-affiliate-tracking-software-and-where-to-find-it</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ For those who are not familiar with the Affiliate Tracking Software we can explain to you what it is. It is a tool that lets others sign up and create codes that will let them start promoting your site. The affiliate is the person who agrees to promote your product for financial compensation which]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ For those who are not familiar with the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affiliate+tracking+software" rel="tag">Affiliate Tracking Software</a> we can explain to you what it is. It is a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tool+that+lets" rel="tag">tool that lets</a> others sign up and create codes that will let them start promoting your site. The affiliate is the person who agrees to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/promote+your+product" rel="tag">promote your product</a> for financial compensation which means you will need ways to track down the amount of sales your affiliate programs make as well as track other things in the process. <br /><br /> The Affiliate Marketing Software allows the users to sign up and create codes that will track the sales themselves. The software can just tell you which affiliate is doing well and generating the sales and if you have more than one affiliate then you will be able to track that as well. It can also tell you which pages of your site are generating more sales. With Affiliate Tracking Software allows you to get banners, coupons and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/email+messages" rel="tag">email messages</a> that you can use help promote your site. <br /><br /> Affiliate Tracking Software can also track ads and lets you know if your headlines are doing well. Some of the most popular tracking Software is <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/idev" rel="tag">iDEV</a> and JROX. With something as important as tracking how well your affiliates are doing you want to also choose a good tracking software. Here are some of the things you should look for. You should look for Good Tracking; you want software that will track all your affiliates all the time. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/promotional+materials" rel="tag">Promotional Materials</a>, you want to make sure that your affiliates are providing their affiliates with promotional materials. <br /><br /> Easy link creation is another necessity, you don't want to have to copy and paste all of the codes, and good software will let you automatically generate promotional materials with auto codes embedded in the software already. Very important is Pay Methods, you want an affiliate program that you can choose from different payment methods. For example, you want an affiliate <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/who+accepts+paypal" rel="tag">who accepts PayPal</a> because more and more people use PayPal everyday so you want to make sure your program accepts PayPal. <br /><br /> You also want to make sure your affiliate tracking software has automatic refunds. You don't want to have to do refunds; you want the software to issue the refunds for you. There are many options out there that you will find beneficial to you. Shop around and make sure you are getting the best affiliate tracking software. There is a list of the most popular used affiliate software at <a href="http://www.affiliateseeking.com/affiliate-software/1.html" >http://www.affiliateseeking.com/affiliate-software/1.html</a>   <bio>Jonathan White has been doing affiliate marketing for over 6 years. He owns an affiliate programs directory <a href="http://www.affiliateseeking.com" >http://www.affiliateseeking.com</a> that lists well over 1700 affiliate programs, has affiliate marketing and webmaster related articles and also includes affiliate software reviews.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Learn the Purpose of MLM Tracking Software</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 22:15:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>network marketer</category><category>careful track</category><category>timely decision</category><category>tracking software</category><category>important things</category><category>commissions</category><category>prospects</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/learn-the-purpose-of-mlm-tracking-software</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If you are a network marketer and have been in the business for sometime, or you are new to the industry, then you might not understand the importance of MLM tracking software just yet. You already know that your computer is one of the most important tool that you have when it comes to reaching out]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you are a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/network+marketer" rel="tag">network marketer</a> and have been in the business for sometime, or you are new to the industry, then you might not understand the importance of MLM <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tracking+software" rel="tag">tracking software</a> just yet. You already know that your computer is one of the most important tool that you have when it comes to reaching out and touching the world, but you should not forget that one of the main purposes of your computer is to help you interpret the data that you already have. With good MLM tracking software, you'll be able to keep <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/careful+track" rel="tag">careful track</a> of how your business is doing, what you are doing right and what you might need to change.<br><br>Essentially, one of the most <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/important+things" rel="tag">important things</a> that MLM tracking software can give you is information that is good and current. Chances are, you have already been in a position where you have been forced to make decisions based on data that was out of date. As you already know, this can be quite problematic. This programs are very important when it comes to thinking about your sales and your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/commissions" rel="tag">commissions</a>, and moreover, this information is updated in such a way as to be easy to understand.<br><br>Many people also don't realize that MLM tracking software can do a lot to make sure that better communication exists due to the fact that you can work more closely between the managers and the distributors. If you have some experience in the field, you are already aware of how fast it can go, and how a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/timely+decision" rel="tag">timely decision</a> coupled with fast action can get the ball rolling on something big, and this exactly what this software will help you do. Think about how your company gets information out there and think about how you can improve it.<br><br>Something that you might not realize right away is the fact that MLM tracking software can be instrumental when it comes to helping you reach you market of choice. Having a targeted audience is one way to make sure that you are success, and this software can aid you with this. The tracking software itself can help you by having <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/prospects" rel="tag">prospects</a> fill out a form online and get their information sent to you. This is a real time application that can really bring a boost to your business.<br><br>Finally, you'll also notice that good MLM tracking software will help you keep things more organized. Take a look around and look at the system that you have set up to deal with the business of running a business every day. How much more efficient would you be if you could get everything organized and then keep it that way? You wouldn't need to worry about losing important information or needing to scramble to find some information for a client. This can keep everything in one place and easily accessible for you<br><br>As you can see, any business that you are involved in can benefit from the addition of MLM tracking software. Get to know a little bit more about programs like this, and you can watch your business take off!<bio>Learn more about Brian Garvin and Jeff West at <a href="http://www.imreviewkings.com">Internet Marketing</a> Review Kings and <a href="http://www.mlmreviewkings.com">MLM</a> Review Kings today. Use this article freely but please leave Resource Box intact.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Affiliate Tracking Software Review: Affiliatetraction</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Aug 2007 18:35:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>affiliate tracking software</category><category>software programs</category><category>multilevel</category><category>affiliate program</category><category>known software</category><category>software provider</category><category>careful examination</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affiliate-tracking-software-review-affiliatetraction</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ If you are in need of affiliate tracking software, you are not alone. A large number of business owners depend on affiliate tracking software programs, especially when they are trying to operate a successful affiliate program. When it comes to purchasing this software, you may be wondering which]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you are in need of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affiliate+tracking+software" rel="tag">affiliate tracking software</a>, you are not alone. A large number of business owners depend on affiliate tracking <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/software+programs" rel="tag">software programs</a>, especially when they are trying to operate a successful <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affiliate+program" rel="tag">affiliate program</a>. When it comes to purchasing this software, you may be wondering which programs are the best. With a small amount of research and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/careful+examination" rel="tag">careful examination</a>, you should easily be able to find the affiliate tracking software that meets all of your needs <a href="http://www.UsedAutoNow.org" >http://www.UsedAutoNow.org</a> <br /><br /> In your search, for affiliate tracking software, it is likely that you will come across a number of different software programs and services. Just one of the many you are likely to come across will include AffiliateTraction. AffiliateTraction is a well <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/known+software" rel="tag">known software</a> provider that offers programs for those who run their own affiliate program. This program is just one of the many programs that you will come across; however, you may find that it is one of the best. <br /><br /> According to their website, which can be found at <a href="http://www.affiliatetraction.com" >http://www.affiliatetraction.com</a>, AffiliateTraction claims that they are rated among the best by merchants and affiliates. This is one of the many reasons why you should, at least, take the time to familiarize yourself with the tracking software that they have available. If their claim is true, you may not have to look any further. <br /><br /> As with most affiliate tracking software, AffiliateTraction, offers a number of common services and features. These services include customer support, advance earning reports, and detailed affiliate tracking. As previously mentioned, these features are common on most affiliate tracking software programs, but AffiliateTraction doesn't stop there. Additional features include <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/multilevel" rel="tag">multilevel</a> campaign structuring, multilevel affiliate levels, and customized ads and banners. <br /><br /> One thing that you may not find with most affiliate tracking software programs, but you will with AffiliateTraction, is a limited number of system requirements. In fact, AffiliateTraction is compatible with all computer platforms. This means that you will not have to install any additional software or purchase expensive computer programs. As is, you computer should, in most cases, be compatible with AffiliateTraction. Although AffiliateTraction is considered an affiliate tracking software, you do not have to install the program on your computer. A simple cut and paste and your computer and affiliate program should be ready to go. <br /><br /> Something else that you may enjoy about AffiliateTraction is that you are given the ability to completely take charge of your affiliate program. Many other software programs are designed to make running an affiliate program easy; however, this often means that you are granted little access to the behind the scenes process. With AffiliateTraction, you are granted this information. This means that you can easily add or remove an affiliate, although the program will automatically do it for you, if you wish. You can also remove any click reports, in the event that you feel one was suspicious or improperly acquired. <br /><br /> With AffiliateTraction you must pay a license fee for the program, but you are also required to pay a monthly fee for hosting. Although both fees are not charged by many <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/software+provider" rel="tag">software provider</a>s, it is something that is becoming fairly normal to see. Despite the fact that the cost of AffiliateTraction can be considered somewhat expensive, it is important that you remember everything that you will get. The above mentioned features and services tend to make AffiliateTraction well worth the cost of obtaining it.   <bio><a href="http://www.AutoDirectSite.org" >http://www.AutoDirectSite.org</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Advantages And Disadvantages Of Purchasing Your Own Affiliate Tracking Software</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Feb 2008 06:20:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>affiliate tracking software</category><category>affiliate networking</category><category>websites traffic</category><category>payment feature</category><category>networking company</category><category>website owner</category><category>software program</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-purchasing-your-own-affiliate-tracking-software</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Millions of business owners rely on affiliate programs to help increase their sales and in turn their profits. If are the owner of an online business, especially one that sells a particular product or service, you may be able to benefit from the use of an affiliate program. If properly]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Millions of business owners rely on affiliate programs to help increase their sales and in turn their profits. If are the owner of an online business, especially one that sells a particular product or service, you may be able to benefit from the use of an affiliate program. If properly implemented, they are a great way to increase your business's revenue without having to do a large amount of extra work The first step in getting started is to find an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affiliate+tracking+software" rel="tag">affiliate tracking software</a> <a href="http://www.AutoWorldSouth.org" >http://www.AutoWorldSouth.org</a> <br /><br /> An affiliate tracking software? If you have never heard of this product before, you may be wondering exactly what it is. Affiliate tracking software is the actual program behind your own affiliate program. If you start your own affiliate program, you will be relying on your banners and links to help increase your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/websites+traffic" rel="tag">websites traffic</a> and its sales. These banners will be placed on the websites of your affiliates. With affiliate programs, each time that one of those links is used to generate a sale, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/website+owner" rel="tag">website owner</a>, webmaster, or website publisher, whoever you are partnering with, will receive compensation for their part in the sale. <br /><br /> To be able to compensate your affiliates, you will need to have a way to determine if, when, and who helped you generate a sale. This can only be done with affiliate tracking software. Therefore, if you are interested in starting your own affiliate program, you must have affiliate tracking software. When it comes to affiliate tracking software, you will have a number of different options. Two of those options include purchasing your own affiliate tracking <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/software+program" rel="tag">software program</a> or using someone else's. <br /><br /> If you use someone else's affiliate tracking software program, you will most likely end up doing business with an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affiliate+networking" rel="tag">affiliate networking</a> company. These companies not only provide you with tracking software, but they also help to track the sales of your affiliates, and even pay them. The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/payment+feature" rel="tag">payment feature</a> is unique because it is not offered on most software programs that you have to buy on your own. With software programs that you buy on your own, the software should calculate how much you owe each of your affiliates, but you are required to take care of the rest. Depending on what your business is and how busy you are, you may not have time for this. <br /><br /> Having to pay your own affiliates may seem like a disadvantage to buying your own affiliate tracking software; however, it doesn't necessarily have to be. Even though you are still required to send out your own payments, you will generally find that this process is easy to do. That is because most affiliate tracking software programs are designed to automatically calculate the amount of money each of your affiliates make. Whether you choose to pay your affiliates on a weekly or monthly basis, you should be able to find out, right away, how much money you have to pay them. If you are paying them with a check, you can simply write the check and move on to something else. <br /><br /> A potential disadvantage to purchasing your own software can actually turn into an advantage. That disadvantage is customer service support. A large number of affiliate tracking software programs do not come with customer support. Almost all will come with a detailed user guide, but customer service support is not guaranteed. Despite the fact not all software programs offer customer support, there are even more that do. This means that if you want to have access to customer service support, you just need to find affiliate tracking software that has the support included. If free customer service support is included, it should be outlined in the software description or software features section. <br /><br /> The above mentioned advantages and disadvantages are important when determining whether or not you should purchase your own affiliate tracking software or do business with an affiliate <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/networking+company" rel="tag">networking company</a>. Whichever decision you make, you should be well on your way to seeing an increase in profits. The affiliate tracking software program you choose will not have a direct impact on how much money you make, but it will have an impact on how easily your affiliate program flows.   <bio><a href="http://www.BidAutoParts.org" >http://www.BidAutoParts.org</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Affiliate Tracking Software: Common Product Features And Services</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 12 Aug 2007 21:20:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>affiliate tracking software</category><category>software program</category><category>software programs</category><category>web publishers</category><category>affiliate program</category><category>customer service support</category><category>webmasters web</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affiliate-tracking-software-common-product-features-and-services</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ If you are interested in starting your own affiliate problem, you are not alone. Each day, a large number of business owners make the decision to do just that. To make your affiliate program a success, you will need to decide on an affiliate tracking software program http://www.SuperAutoLink.org ]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you are interested in starting your own affiliate problem, you are not alone. Each day, a large number of business owners make the decision to do just that. To make your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affiliate+program" rel="tag">affiliate program</a> a success, you will need to decide on an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affiliate+tracking+software" rel="tag">affiliate tracking software</a> program <a href="http://www.SuperAutoLink.org" >http://www.SuperAutoLink.org</a> <br /><br /> Affiliate tracking software is used to track your affiliates, if you are business owner. Affiliates are the webmasters, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/web+publishers" rel="tag">web publishers</a>, or website owners that you partner with. This partnership entails you giving your affiliates advertisements, often in the form of links or banners. If you have an affiliate tracking software, that software can be used to let you know every time that one of your affiliate links or banners resulted in a sale. If so, you will then be required to compensate your affiliate. This compensation is often a pre-determined amount that both of you agreed on. <br /><br /> If you are interested in purchasing an affiliate tracking <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/software+program" rel="tag">software program</a>, which you should be if you want to start your own affiliate program, you will need to make a decision. That decision involves the type of software you would like to purchase and from whom. Online, you will find that there are a large number of individuals and companies that sell affiliate tracking software. To decide which software is best for your business and your needs, you are advised to examine and compare a number of different programs. <br /><br /> Since there are a large number of different affiliate tracking <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/software+programs" rel="tag">software programs</a>, you will likely find that each software program comes with its own unique services and features. Despite the fact that each software program is likely to have its own unique features, there are some common features and services that are found on most affiliate tracking software programs. Those features may include, but should not be limited to, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/customer+service+support" rel="tag">customer service support</a>, earning reports, categorization of affiliates, varied commission levels, and affiliate signups. <br /><br /> When you advertise that you are interested in starting an affiliate program it is likely that you will get a number of inquires. These inquires will likely be webmasters, website owners, and web publishers who are interested in signing up for your affiliate program. All of these inquires may be too much for you to sort out on your own. That is why a large number of affiliate tracking software programs also include affiliate signup forms. These forms will help to keep your affiliate applications separate from all of your other important business paperwork. <br /><br /> One feature that is, almost always, included with most affiliate tracking software is detailed earnings reports. Detail earning reports are important for your financial record keeping. Without an earnings report, you would have to calculate all of this information by hand. An affiliate tracking software program can generate these reports for you in a matter of seconds. These reports will often give an outline of your affiliates click rates and their sales on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis.  Varied commission levels are something else that you may want to examine when searching for an affiliate tracking software. Most new programs will offer this feature, but not all programs will. This important feature will allow you to pay each of your affiliates a different amount of money. For instance, you could pay one of your affiliates fifteen percent of each sale, but you may only want to pay another affiliate ten percent. If that is the case, you will need this feature to accurately separate and document the earnings and commission levels for each affiliate. <br /><br /> Another popular affiliate tracking software feature is customer service support. While customer service support is provided by almost all software developers and sellers, it is not offered by everyone. This popular feature is extremely important, especially if you are new to the world of affiliate marketing. With customer service support, a knowledgeable company representative should be able to assist you with any questions or problems that you have.   <bio><a href="http://www.GreatAutoSite.org" >http://www.GreatAutoSite.org</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Software Options For Small Business - Time Tracking Software</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:50:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>timesheet software</category><category>time tracking software</category><category>payroll department</category><category>compensation time</category><category>accounts payable department</category><category>large corporations</category><category>work performance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/software-options-for-small-business-time-tracking-software</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The use of time tracking software is a wonderful business tool. Timesheet software, which is also known as time tracking software, is all about tracking the total amount of time it takes each employee to complete any given task. This is a form of specialized accounting in which software maintains]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The use of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/time+tracking+software" rel="tag">time tracking software</a> is a wonderful business tool. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/timesheet+software" rel="tag">Timesheet software</a>, which is also known as time tracking software, is all about tracking the total amount of time it takes each employee to complete any given task. This is a form of specialized accounting in which software maintains the timesheets for each individual employee within a company. The software makes it much simpler for managers and employees to track work time and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/work+performance" rel="tag">work performance</a>. It performs such tasks as vacation time tracking, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/compensation+time" rel="tag">compensation time</a> tracking, and sick leave tracking. In addition, it accurately keeps records of how much time is taken to complete an entire job from start to finish. With these valuable tools, business owners can quickly and easily calculate the amount of effort put forth by each employee, as well as determine overall time-related expenditures.<br><br>Time tracking software comes in a variety of forms. For instance, stand alone software serves to record simple timesheets or generate reports, and is utilized primarily by smaller companies. For <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/large+corporations" rel="tag">large corporations</a>, however, a more advanced form is necessary which integrates into the accounting database. This variation of the software links directly to the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/payroll+department" rel="tag">payroll department</a>, which in turn streamlines the whole <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/accounts+payable+department" rel="tag">accounts payable department</a>. Invoices can also be generated through timesheet software when it is integrated with a billing system, and is used by professionals and contractors, since it is much easier to create bills based on time.<br><br>Timesheet software maintains these records automatically, providing data output according to the owner's specificiations. For example, the software could be programmed to produce a detailed report daily, at a certain time of day, and covering specific types of jobs or the performance of certain individuals. It can also provide a generalized statistical analysis of all aspects of the business according to desired templates. Timesheet software is much simpler to use than attempting to keep track of a manual timesheet. The time clocks built into the software are remarkably accurate, and are programmed to make notes of the designated times accordingly. Additionally, the software does not have any limits on the number of jobs or employees that it can manage. Once the software has been installed, everything runs automatically, with means that nobody needs to manually manage the program.<br><br>When it is time to analyze the collected data or make productivity reports, the time tracking software quickly and easily performs these tasks with only a few clicks of the mouse. The traditional ways of organizing and maintaining timesheets took valuable time away from the business or its employees. Today, with the invention of timesheet software, business owners can be assured that their needs will be met through this fast, reliable, and resourceful method of data organization and reporting.<br><br>It is of vital importance to any company, whether big or small, to accurately and regulary examine productivity reports. Timesheet software helps the company or individual to clearly identify business strengths and weaknesses, as related to time management and per capita expenditures. The software identifies tasks which appear to take too much time to complete. If you are one of the few business owners who are still using the old methods of pen and paper to keep track of your timesheets, it is time to update your business management systems to a new, digitalized processing program, such as through timesheet software.<bio>If you would like to see how advanced <a href="http://www.sphericaltech.com/time-tracking-software.asp">time tracking software</a> can get, click the link to try out a free, self-updating timesheet program!</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Negotiating The Business Software Minefield</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 13 Oct 2007 04:35:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>business software package</category><category>contract management software</category><category>complete business software</category><category>mail</category><category>operate your business</category><category>software package custom</category><category>accounting software</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/negotiating-the-business-software-minefield</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Business software is a necessity in the modern business environment. It is crucial to do business efficiently in marketing, sales, and customer support. A good business software package can greatly boost your enterprise's efficiency by:  * Maintaining e-mail invoices and custom billing templates ]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Business software is a necessity in the modern business environment. It is crucial to do business efficiently in marketing, sales, and customer support. A good <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+software+package" rel="tag">business software package</a> can greatly boost your enterprise's efficiency by: <br /><br /> * Maintaining e-<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mail" rel="tag">mail</a> invoices and custom billing templates  * Tracking costs and expenses  * Tracking customer inquiries, both before and after sales.  * Tracking and following up on each client transaction and creating and maintaining client files <br /><br /> Popular business software includes <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/contract+management+software" rel="tag">contract management software</a>, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/accounting+software" rel="tag">accounting software</a>, payroll management software, business plan software, help desk software, and others. If you decide to purchase any form of business software, keep the following points in mind: <br /><br /> * Keep things simple =96 there is no reason to shell out extra money for functions that your business will never even use. No matter how effective your software solution is, software alone can't <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/operate+your+business" rel="tag">operate your business</a> for you. A complete system may include a variety of different types of software hooked up together in a single, unique network. The details of this network is usually determined either by the company's IT chief or by the software suppliers. You can custom build your own software system, then, or you can buy a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/complete+business+software" rel="tag">complete business software</a> package. Custom-built systems are usually considered inappropriate for small businesses unless you are a computer expert or have one on staff. <br /><br /> * You must know the needs of your particular business (or assign the purchase to someone who knows). <br /><br /> * Even if you purchase a comprehensive system, every company has unique needs. Look for a flexible system that is both comprehensive and easy to modify. The most popular systems include Outlook, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Publisher. <br /><br /> * You might want to consider a time, billing, and accounting package like QuickBooks <br /><br /> * Depending on the nature of your company, you may consider purchasing contract management software. <br /><br /> A comprehensive business software system is certain to pay for itself in terms of lower payroll, increased efficiency, and decreased errors.   <bio>"Business Software" at http:// <a href="http://helpdesksoftware4u.blogspot.com" >http://helpdesksoftware4u.blogspot.com</a> offers readers complete information about many forms of business software (see also <a href="http://helpdesksoftware4u.blogspot.com/2007/03/business-software-offers-rea" >http://helpdesksoftware4u.blogspot.com/2007/03/business-software-offers-rea</a>= ders.html).   </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Affiliate Tracking Software Review: Affiliate Wiz</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affiliate-tracking-software-review-affiliate-wiz</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Aug 2007 19:25:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>affiliate tracking software</category><category>affiliate program</category><category>advertisements</category><category>affiliate programs</category><category>website visitors</category><category>software programs</category><category>cases result</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affiliate-tracking-software-review-affiliate-wiz</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ If you are an online business owner, especially one that specializes in the selling of merchandise or services, you may be interested in starting your own affiliate program. For years now, affiliate programs have helped a large number of business owners increase their sales. With the right amount]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you are an online business owner, especially one that specializes in the selling of merchandise or services, you may be interested in starting your own <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affiliate+program" rel="tag">affiliate program</a>. For years now, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affiliate+programs" rel="tag">affiliate programs</a> have helped a large number of business owners increase their sales. With the right amount of ambition, money, and software, your business can experience those same benefits <a href="http://www.careersemployment.org" >http://www.careersemployment.org</a> <br /><br /> Before you can understand what is needed to join an affiliate program, you will need to know how one works. When starting your own affiliate program, you will recruit website owners who have a website that is, in one way or another, related to yours. This relation may include a similar topic or an issue that connects the two together. Once you have found a website owner who is willing to do business with you, they will then place your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/advertisements" rel="tag">advertisements</a> on their webpage. These advertisements will direct internet users to your online website, whether it be an online store or not. That direction may, in many cases, result in a sale. <br /><br /> To properly compensate the website owner, often referred to as an affiliate, you will need a way to determine if and when their <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/website+visitors" rel="tag">website visitors</a> purchased something from your online website. To do this, an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affiliate+tracking+software" rel="tag">affiliate tracking software</a> is used. These tracking <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/software+programs" rel="tag">software programs</a> will let you know when the sale took place and, if compensation is required, it will let you know how much compensation is needed. As you can easily see, affiliate tracking software is important and vital to the successful operating of an affiliate program. <br /><br /> If you are interested in starting your own affiliate program, you will need to find affiliate tracking software. Online, you will find that there are a number of these programs available. In your search for the perfect affiliate tracking software, you may come across a program that is known as Affiliate Wiz. Affiliate Wiz is one of the many tracking programs that you will be able to find online. Affiliate Wiz has a couple of different software programs available. There is a little bit of difference between the two programs, but one is mostly just an updated version of the other. <br /><br /> Before examining the software features provided by Affiliate Wiz, you will need to determine whether or not the software can even be installed on your computer. Affiliate Wiz's latest version requires that your computer have, at least, Windows 2000 and it must have a .NET framework. If this affiliate tracking software program is compatible with your computer, you will want to learn a little bit more about the program before making a final purchase decision. <br /><br /> One of the many things that you should want to know is how the software works to record and monitor your customer's internet activity, namely how they arrived at your online store or website. With Affiliate Wiz, your affiliates, the website owners you partnered with, will be given special links and banners. In those banners is a code that will be used monitor and track all sales. This also requires the monitoring of a consumer's computer activity through cookies. These two pieces of information are used to determine whether or not one of your affiliates helped to lead your customer to you. In addition to outlining this information, Affiliate Wiz will also document the event and how much the sale as worth. This will enable to you determine, by your preset percentage, how much your affiliate will make. <br /><br /> When searching for affiliate tracking software, it is also important to examine the services and the features that each program has to offer. Like most other affiliate tracking software, Affiliate Wiz has a fairly large number of available services and features, which are all included in the cost of service. These features include, but are not limited to, detailed financial reports, varied levels of commission for different affiliates, link and banner support, and customer support. <br /><br /> If Affiliate Wiz sounds like an affiliate tracking software program that you can benefit from, you are encouraged to visit their online website. This website can be found at <a href="http://www.affiliatewiz.com" >http://www.affiliatewiz.com</a>. By examining Affiliate Wiz's online website, you should be able to learn additional information, including the software cost.   <bio><a href="http://www.forexstocksite.org" >http://www.forexstocksite.org</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How Software Makes Business Easy</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Jun 2007 14:29:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>time tracking software</category><category>timesheets</category><category>web based timesheet software</category><category>billable time</category><category>employee payroll</category><category>user friendly</category><category>project costing</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-software-makes-business-easy</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Software is a boon to the new age businessman. With more economical and user-friendly software now easily available, things in the office are far easier and less time consuming. If you're an employers and factory owner, you can now sit back and relax and let software take over all your worries. ]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Software is a boon to the new age businessman. With more economical and user-friendly software now easily available, things in the office are far easier and less time consuming. If you're an employers and factory owner, you can now sit back and relax and let software take over all your worries. <br /><br /> Memphis factory owner Warren Davis is all praise for the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/time+tracking+software" rel="tag">time tracking software</a> he has recently installed. "<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/timesheets" rel="tag">Timesheets</a> record the start and finish time of a particular, or even just the duration. They provide an in-depth breakdown of jobs performed throughout a complete project. I can easily usethis information for payroll, client billing, and for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/project+costing" rel="tag">project costing</a>, estimation, tracking and management," <br /><br /> With web-based timesheet software being now available, it's a convenient way to track time for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/employee+payroll" rel="tag">employee payroll</a>, billing and project management. The information can make help lower costs considerably since it makes cost relationship visible and more clear and therefore helps identify and eliminate any unprofitable work. <br /><br /> Web-based timesheets allow you to securely access and update information at any time from anywhere in the world in the world where you have web access. Most well designed time tracking software are <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/user+friendly" rel="tag">user friendly</a> and monitor Timesheets, Invoices and Expenses for employees, teams, departments based on Time, Costs, Projects and Tasks. You don't have to undergo any specific or complicated training to learn how to use it. <br /><br /> A well-selected software will also help reduce, monitor and improve time and costs and manage timesheets and projects, You will be able to project future costs accurately and precisely and also automate resource reports and notifications. Besides this, you will be able to easily keep a record of and track billable and non-<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/billable+time" rel="tag">billable time</a> and expenses and thus do away with all unnecessary costs. Timesheets also make it far easier for you to assess resource allocations.   <bio>Aaron Reed writes technical write-up for AECTek - Offshore Software Outsourcing Company(<a href="http://www.aectek.com" >http://www.aectek.com</a>). AECTek provides Billing And Time Tracking Software.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>A Review of the Ad Minder Link Tracking Software</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 23:08:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>advertising endeavors</category><category>business generation</category><category>smaller company</category><category>sales revenues</category><category>advertising and promotion</category><category>click of a button</category><category>repeat business</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-review-of-the-ad-minder-link-tracking-software</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Many people spend a lot of time trying to figure out how they can promote their products and services and increase their sales revenues as well as picking up more long-term business. In the process of doing this they have gone through tons of products that claim to help them with their advertising]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Many people spend a lot of time trying to figure out how they can promote their products and services and increase their <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/sales+revenues" rel="tag">sales revenues</a> as well as picking up more long-term business. In the process of doing this they have gone through tons of products that claim to help them with their <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/advertising+and+promotion" rel="tag">advertising and promotion</a> needs, however this is not always the case. Now there is a product that will change all of these problems called the Ad Minder Link Tracking Software, this software will help you get the traffic you need to get your business of and running.<br><br>The Ad Minder Link Tracking Software will save you a lot of time and effort that could be used in other areas of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+generation" rel="tag">business generation</a>, by helping you with your online advertising and creating the right situation to maximize your online promotions so that you can get more traffic, generate more subscriptions, make more profits and have more <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/repeat+business" rel="tag">repeat business</a>. <br><br>With this system you will be able to track all of your advertising activities to see if you are wasting valuable time on a process that just does not work, you will be able to determine if your advertising efforts are working and which of them you should stop doing or modify to fit into your business needs. <br><br>The Ad Minder Link Tracking Software has many benefits that you will find helpful in your link building and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/advertising+endeavors" rel="tag">advertising endeavors</a>. The Software will save you money, because you will not have to hire anyone to do the job of tracking and analyzing, instead you are able to do this by the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/click+of+a+button" rel="tag">click of a button</a>, saving yourself the large amount of money you would have paid in wages. If you were a big company you could probably hire a group of analyst to be sure that your advertising is working, however for a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/smaller+company" rel="tag">smaller company</a> who may not have those resources you will want to try this low cost method.<br><br>In fact, the Ad Minder Link Tracking Software not only tracks your efforts, it also shows you how many visitors actually showed up at your site, and because of the ads you strategically placed. You will find out which of the ads provided the most subscriptions you gained from an ad, how many downloads your visitors were interested in or what service they bought using an ad you have on your site, <br><br>You will also be able to calculate how much money you are generating from cost-per-click, cost-per-sale, and click-to-sale for all of your many ads. You will also receive a report that tells you how well you are doing with any program you may be doing, it shows you where your advertising weaknesses are and gives you and in-depth look at your whether or not your links are messed up and has a great URL just for that purpose so that you don't lose your traffic.<br><br>Also you will want to be able to track your networks of affiliates so that you will be able to track how much business they are bringing to your site and whether their efforts are generating any revenues, you will also be able to allow them to use there own ad tracking account by using the Universal Tracking Features. Ad Minder will give you all of the tools you need to make your site and your business a success and bring you more money.<bio>Let <a href="http://www.imreviewkings.com">Internet Marketing Review Kings</a> Brian Garvin and Jeff West teach you more about <a href="http://www.imreviewkings.com/adminder.html">Ad Minder</a>. Feel free to use this article but please leave all links and author bio intact.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Affiliate Tracking Software: How It Can Help You</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affiliate-tracking-software-how-it-can-help-you</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 11 Aug 2007 20:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>affiliate partnership</category><category>affiliate programs</category><category>business owners</category><category>incentive</category><category>increase your sales</category><category>internet traffic</category><category>make money</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affiliate-tracking-software-how-it-can-help-you</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ If you own an online retail store or run an online business that sells a specific service, you may be looking for ways to increase your sales. There are a number of different methods that you can use to do this; however, one method is more effective than most. That method is creating your own]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you own an online retail store or run an online business that sells a specific service, you may be looking for ways to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/increase+your+sales" rel="tag">increase your sales</a>. There are a number of different methods that you can use to do this; however, one method is more effective than most. That method is creating your own affiliate program. To determine whether or not you can benefit from this advertising method, you are advised to learn more. You may end up surprised with what you have learned <a href="http://www.FreeAutoPress.org" >http://www.FreeAutoPress.org</a> <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affiliate+programs" rel="tag">Affiliate programs</a> are designed to connect you with webmasters. Webmasters are individuals who own and operate their own online websites. Online, there are an unlimited number of websites. Many of these websites have different focuses, but there is a good chance that some of those websites are, in one way or another, related to your business. By striking a partnership with one of those webmasters, you may be able to increase your own sales. However, to make a partnership with webmasters, you often have to give them something in return. That is where the affiliate programs come in. <br /><br /> With affiliate programs, you will provide webmasters with pre-made banners and links. These banners often show pictures of the products or services that you offer for sale. By placing your banners and links on a related website, especially one that receives a large amount of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/internet+traffic" rel="tag">internet traffic</a>, you should also see an increase in your page views. If you have a wide selection of products or services available for purchase, you may also see an increase in sales. <br /><br /> They key to starting an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affiliate+partnership" rel="tag">affiliate partnership</a> with webmasters is to offer them an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/incentive" rel="tag">incentive</a>. The incentive that works the best is money. By allowing your affiliate partner to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/make+money" rel="tag">make money</a> off of each sale that they bring in, you will not only make money, but they will as well. For many <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+owners" rel="tag">business owners</a>, maybe yourself included, the hardest part is getting started. Many business owners automatically assume that it would be too difficult to track how each sale was generated. This process can be difficult, unless you use affiliate tracking software. <br /><br /> Affiliate tracking software programs are programs that designed to make it easier for all business owners, just like you, to start their own affiliate program. These software programs will often work in conjunction with your links, banners, and your website's checkout program. Each time that a sale is generated, the software program will automatically outline whether or not that sale was generated through one of your affiliates. In addition to outlining which affiliate, if any, generated the sale, it will also assign the appropriate amount of money to that affiliate. This can be done as soon you enter your business and affiliate information into the software program. <br /><br /> When it comes to obtaining affiliate tracking software, you will need to decide which type of software you would like to use. There are a number of individuals and companies who have designed their own unique software. This software can often be purchased for a reasonable price, online. The only problem with this software is that many programs still require you to monitor and pay each affiliate on your own. However, there are alternative software programs that will handle those important issues for you. This software is often referred to as third party affiliate tracking software. <br /><br /> Third party affiliate tracking software is also known as an affiliate network. This is because these types of companies will not only provide you with affiliate software, but they also monitor almost all aspects of your affiliate program for you. In addition to monitoring and outlining which affiliates helped you to generate sales, it also pays them and keeps a detailed report of those payments. If you are looking for an affiliate software program that requires little or no work, this may be your best option. <br /><br /> Regardless of which affiliate tracking software you choose to use, if you choose to use any at all, you should be able to seen an increase in sales by starting your own affiliate program. With a large number of webmasters looking to make money, you shouldn't have a difficult time finding affiliates; in fact, many of them will come to you.   <bio><a href="http://www.SuperAutoDirect.org" >http://www.SuperAutoDirect.org</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Analyze Your CRM Needs Before You Buy</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 May 2007 05:34:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>crm software</category><category>customer relationship management</category><category>poor decisions</category><category>software package</category><category>bells and whistles</category><category>customer relationship management system</category><category>right software</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/analyze-your-crm-needs-before-you-buy</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ The modern business owner has a lot more pressure because of the hi-tech world we live in. It's not easy holding on to that edge you have over the competition. As a result we sometime make rushed decisions that are actually poor decisions. That's exactly what happens when we rush to put a Customer]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ The modern business owner has a lot more pressure because of the hi-tech world we live in. It's not easy holding on to that edge you have over the competition. As a result we sometime make rushed decisions that are actually <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/poor+decisions" rel="tag">poor decisions</a>. That's exactly what happens when we rush to put a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/customer+relationship+management" rel="tag">Customer Relationship Management</a> system in place. So how do you stop the wrong decision from being made? It's easy =96 you analyze your CRM needs before you buy. <br /><br /> When it comes to CRM options there are all kinds of solutions out there ranging from the most basic solutions to solutions that are so complex they require days of training. So whether you want something as simple as a customer sales tracking system or something as complex as a CRM system that reaches across your entire company network there is a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/crm+software" rel="tag">CRM software</a> package that can meet your needs. <br /><br /> The most common mistake made when looking at CRM software is asking what it is that company and staff can do with the software rather than what the software can do for the company. When you use this mind set you aren't as likely to get wooed in by all the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bells+and+whistles" rel="tag">bells and whistles</a> a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/software+package" rel="tag">software package</a> has to offer. Instead you will look at the software and how it relates directly to what your business wants to achieve. <br /><br /> Analyze your current business processes and methodology. Mark the areas you wish to improve or enhance. That way when you are testing CRM software you'll know exactly what it is you want to achieve and you can see if it is capable of doing just that. <br /><br /> Most CRM software is designed to flow from lead management to marketing, to sales automation, then through to account contacts, and opportunity management on to sales tracking and finally forecasting. <br /><br /> But there are CRM software solutions that offer basic customer services, support and tracking and for many businesses that may be all that is required. At the very least it's a good place to start and if you buy the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/right+software" rel="tag">right software</a> you'll be able to expand it at a later date. <br /><br /> As the consumer it is up to you to do your research and make sure you understand what it is you are buying. Make sure that you confirm the features that are bragged about to make sure they really are what the "advertisements" say they are. Also it's up to you to make sure the software is going to work with your company. Finding the right functionality for your company is important. <br /><br /> For example let's have a look at Microsoft Dynamics CRM =96 here is a software package that let's you take it for a test drive in their hands on demo lab. This virtual demo lets you try before you buy to determine if this really is the software for your needs. <br /><br /> Once you know what you need, if you do your research, try the demos, and analyze your CRM needs before you buy, when you do make that final decision you'll have the right software for your company. It's really that simple!   <bio>Sayed Ally, is the lead CRM Analyst. His company provides, <a href="http://www.cqsolutions.com/" >http://www.cqsolutions.com/</a> Microsoft CRM. Sayed can be reached at Tel : (905) 815- 1995 ext 22, email: aSayed@cqsolutions.com.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Boost Your Website Profits With Website Tracking</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2006 18:27:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>conversion data</category><category>marketing efforts</category><category>referral url</category><category>marketing campaign</category><category>successful internet marketing</category><category>conversions</category><category>profitability</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/boost-your-website-profits-with-website-tracking</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[One of the most important pieces of information you need for a successful internet marketing campaign is good website tracking and conversion data. This data can tell you what marketing efforts are working, which are not, and which are working best. Using this data, you can improve your marketing]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[One of the most important pieces of information you need for a successful internet <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marketing+campaign" rel="tag">marketing campaign</a> is good website tracking and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/conversion+data" rel="tag">conversion data</a>. This data can tell you what <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marketing+efforts" rel="tag">marketing efforts</a> are working, which are not, and which are working best. Using this data, you can improve your marketing efforts and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/profitability" rel="tag">profitability</a>. <br /><br /> There is a lot of data that you can get on your site visitors, but here are some of the most valuable data values that you should save and track. <br /><br /> 1: <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/referral+url" rel="tag">Referral URL</a>. This variable will tell you what site/page the visitor clicked through to your site from. <br /><br /> 2: Entry URL: This will tell you what page of your site the visitor entered on. <br /><br /> 3: Conversion Data: This data can tell you if the visitor made a purchase, joined your newsletter, or any other action you want to track. <br /><br /> 4: Site footprints: This can tell you where on your site the visitor went, and tell you what pages they visited, and in what order. <br /><br /> Once you have setup software on your site to collect and organize this tracking data, then you need to start analyzing it. This is done most easily and accurately with a larger amount of data. Here are the main things you;ll want to analyze. <br /><br /> 1: Referral to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/conversions" rel="tag">conversions</a>. Using your referral url and conversion data, determine what sources of traffic get you the most sales for your investment. You can even use this data to pinpoint specific search engine keywords. <br /><br /> 2: Entry url to conversions. Using your entry url and conversion data to determine which landing pages are most effective. <br /><br /> 3: Other patterns. Look for other patterns in the data. For example, does most of the visitors that visit a certain page buy product? <br /><br /> Use your website tracking data wisely and you can explode your profitability, just by increasing the efficacy of your marketing efforts. <br /><br /> There are also other forms of tracking software that allow you track other websites, to alert you of changes to content, etc. These can be very useful for tracking competitors sites, blogs, and basically staying on top of changes to other websites!  <bio><a href="http://www.sitechanged.com" >http://www.sitechanged.com</a> offers a different and unique form of website tracking and monitoring - it tells you when the content on a site changes. Great for staying on top of competitors sites, blogs, etc. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Tracking Mlm Program Members Like A Family Tree</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/tracking-mlm-program-members-like-a-family-tree</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2008 15:14:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>family tree software</category><category>multilevel marketing</category><category>commission structures</category><category>operations guide</category><category>marketing program</category><category>commission structure</category><category>recruiting efforts</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/tracking-mlm-program-members-like-a-family-tree</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ If you ever tried to keep track of your family tree, you know how difficult it can be to keep the names of children, grandchildren and their kids straight. Not to mention the branches that include cousins and the weird uncle that no one really knows. Several family tree software programs have been]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you ever tried to keep track of your family tree, you know how difficult it can be to keep the names of children, grandchildren and their kids straight. Not to mention the branches that include cousins and the weird uncle that no one really knows. Several <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/family+tree+software" rel="tag">family tree software</a> programs have been developed to help keep track of all members of the family. <br /><br /> Operating a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/multilevel+marketing" rel="tag">multilevel marketing</a> program can be very similar when it comes to keeping track of upline and downlines, especially when you add in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/commission+structures" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/commission+structure" rel="tag">commission structure</a>s</a> and it can be really troublesome if the program uses a binary downline approach for every distributor selling the product or service. Fortunately, there is network marketing tracking software to help put everyone under the right mom or dad in the marketing family and keep track of everyone's sales. <br /><br /> This is an important part of operating a multilevel <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marketing+program" rel="tag">marketing program</a>, especially the part about tracking sales and commission structure. You can be sure that the people working in the program know what their sales were, as well as the sales of those in their downline and exactly how much their commission check should be. They probably also have a good idea about how much the people in their upline are going to make off their sales and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/recruiting+efforts" rel="tag">recruiting efforts</a> so the operator of the multilevel marketing program has to make sure everyone gets paid what they have earned or face the risk of a shorter leg. <br /><br /> The biggest advantage of using network marketing tracking software is being able to make changes quickly. Many participants, especially in the lower tiers of a marketing program often leave for perceivably greener pastures and when that happens, the members under them have to be reassigned to another leader in the group. How the new leader is determined should be spelled out in the company's program <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/operations+guide" rel="tag">operations guide</a>, but actually making the change and making everyone aware of the change is done through the tracking software. <br /><br /> Additionally, if someone leaves and the first member in their downline takes their place in a downline, their commission structure will change. Being able to use the tracking software to make the change will make sure they receive the correct amount of commission on their sales as well as a little extra from those in their downline. Working their way to the top of a multilevel marketing program is a goal of most successful members, but usually unless someone in the top tier walks away, there is little chance for advancement. It is not likely that they offer promotional opportunities. <br /><br /> Any tracking software has to be able to track not only the members of the organization and their commission qualification, it will have to be able to keep track of orders and include customer names and addresses. This may seem irrelevant in calculating payments to distributors, but it provides a good back up system in the event there are concerns about the legitimacy of the sales being reported in a legitimate multilevel marketing program.   <bio>Dustin Cannon, of Next Level Enterprises, LLC is a successful Internet marketer working with top leaders in the home business and Internet marketing industry. For more information on a great home business visit: <a href="http://www.VacationToRiches.com/" >http://www.VacationToRiches.com/</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>AD Tracking: The Overlooked Key To Your Success</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/ad-tracking-the-overlooked-key-to-your-success</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 03 Feb 2008 18:24:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>e mail marketing</category><category>common gateway interface</category><category>e zine</category><category>active server pages</category><category>interface cgi</category><category>customer profiling</category><category>legacy systems</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/ad-tracking-the-overlooked-key-to-your-success</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Though often misunderstood, ad tracking is at its core a process for simply counting how many people respond to a particular advertisement. Typically this tracking is usually done by tracking the number of clicks or visitor actions.  Using ad tracking (also known as analytics) on your own site can]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Though often misunderstood, ad tracking is at its core a process for simply counting how many people respond to a particular advertisement. Typically this tracking is usually done by tracking the number of clicks or visitor actions. <br /><br /> Using ad tracking (also known as analytics) on your own site can be done using via <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/active+server+pages" rel="tag">Active Server Pages</a> (ASP), <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/common+gateway+interface" rel="tag">Common Gateway Interface</a> (CGI) or Personal Home Page (PHP) script - or can be done through a third party ad tracking service provider, also known as remotely hosted servers or through a combination of these. <br /><br /> Software of this type ranges from free =96 as in the case of Google Analytics (at the time of this publication) to twenty five thousand dollars a month for the very high end tracking solutions. <br /><br /> Ad tracking platforms and software vary but all monitor the traffic coming onto your site and the results or goals achieved from this traffic, and can mean the difference between making little to no money on your site, and making a killing. <br /><br /> Ad analytics tracking software relate traffic directly to marketing activities and then translate those activities into measured results, giving you the ability to calculate a return on your advertising dollars spent. <br /><br /> Ad tracking also monitors the clicks that you receive for all your advertizing campaigns, such as e-mail marketing, banner ads, affiliate programs, classified advertising, bulletin board, e-zine advertising, forum, links on other websites, pay-per-click ads, among others. <br /><br /> Some tracking software also offers integration into <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/legacy+systems" rel="tag">legacy systems</a>, sales management, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/customer+profiling" rel="tag">customer profiling</a>, and scheduling. <br /><br /> With most service providers and software It is possible to set up an unlimited number of tracking links or URLs in advertisements, such as on a web page, in an email, a pay per click ad, etc. <br /><br /> Ad tracking helps save time and maximize results from your marketing expenditure by giving you access to the following information: <br /><br /> =95 Number of visits generated by each of your ads  =95 Number of unique visits generated by all of your ads  =95 Which ads generate the most visits and the most sales  =95 Number of sales (or other actions) generated by each ad  =95 Cost-per-click, cost-per-sale and click-to-sale ratios for each ad  =95 Return on investment for each ad, so as to know which are profitable  =95 Organization of the important details about your ad campaigns <br /><br /> Overall, ad tracking is an invaluable tool in understanding the response to any promotions you run in your messages or in your website. <br /><br /> But the real hidden advantage of ad tracking is targeted conversion improvement. Lot's of businesses just don't get this but if they did, their profits would skyrocket! <br /><br /> For example let's say that your testing indicates that you are running three news letter ads, in three different newsletters. If you are tracking your sales, and where they came from you would have no way of knowing which of these newsletters pulled better for you and so you'd just keep paying to run your add in all three. <br /><br /> However, if you track the sales, you might find that newsletter #1 generated ten sales, newsletter # 2 zero sales, and newsletter # 3, one sale. <br /><br /> Now if you made a profit of $50 per sale and each newsletter ad cost $50.00, you're your ad newsletter #1 made you $500, your ad in newsletter #2 COST you money, and newsletter #3 you broke even on. <br /><br /> With this information you can quickly see where your ad is working and where it's not. <br /><br /> Using the example above you would be better served by taking the money you spent on newsletter # 2 and advertising elsewhere. <br /><br /> Ad tracking gives you the power to know where your advertising is working, where you are making money and where it's being wasted. This allows you to focus your advertising budget on only the ad sources that are profitable. <br /><br /> Here are some of the better tracking solutions on the market. The depth of features offered varies by price, but all will allow you to track your ads and make more money. <br /><br /> <a href="http://analytics.google.com" >http://analytics.google.com</a>  <a href="http://www.clicktracks.com" >http://www.clicktracks.com</a>  <a href="http://www.onestat.com/" >http://www.onestat.com/</a>  <a href="http://www.1automationwiz.com/split-testing-software.htm" >http://www.1automationwiz.com/split-testing-software.htm</a>  <a href="http://www.webtrends.com" >http://www.webtrends.com</a> <br /><br /> The bottom line is that if you are not testing and more importantly, tracking your advertising results, you could be leaving money on the table. Worse yet, you could be losing money. <br /><br /> The take away here is do not even consider spending a dime on advertising until you have a tracking mechanism in place.   <bio>Don Schnure is CEO of <a href="http://1AutomationWiz.com" >http://1AutomationWiz.com</a>, the all-in-one ecommerce software provider used by smart entrepreneurs' world wide.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Benefits Of GPS Tracking Technology</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/benefits-of-gps-tracking-technology</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 16 Apr 2006 08:50:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>gps tracking system</category><category>gps tracking systems</category><category>car insurance rates</category><category>tracking technology</category><category>brick and mortar world</category><category>motor vehicle</category><category>automobile</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/benefits-of-gps-tracking-technology</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If you are a person who spends a great deal of time on the road, or if you are a person who is concerned about his or her personal safety when you are out and about, you may want to consider installing a GPS tracking in your automobile. In the 21st century, more and more automobile manufacturers]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you are a person who spends a great deal of time on the road, or if you are a person who is concerned about his or her personal safety when you are out and about, you may want to consider installing a GPS tracking in your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/automobile" rel="tag">automobile</a>. In the 21st century, more and more automobile manufacturers are including <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/gps+tracking+system" rel="tag">GPS tracking system</a>s in their products as a matter of course. Additionally, there are a great many different retail outlets in both the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/brick+and+mortar+world" rel="tag">brick and mortar world</a> and on the World Wide Web through which you can find the latest in GPS <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/tracking+technology" rel="tag">tracking technology</a>. <br /><br /> One of the benefits to GPS tracking technology is that through these systems you will be able to "find yourself" if you end up lost on the road. Additionally, you will be able to use your GPS tracking system to map out a course for your travels. <br /><br /> There are obvious safety features to a GPS tracking system as well. For example, if you are the unfortunate victim of car theft, a GPS tracking system can assist law enforcement in finding your missing <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/motor+vehicle" rel="tag">motor vehicle</a> with some degree of ease. The location of your car can be pinpointed and tracked through a GPS tracking system. <br /><br /> Some insurance companies have taken to reducing the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/car+insurance+rates" rel="tag">car insurance rates</a> for people who either buy a motor vehicle with a GPS tracking system pre-installed or who take the time to install a GPS tracking system after the purchase of a car. In other words, by spending some money up front on a GPS tracking system, you may be able to save even more money over the long run on the costs of your car insurance. <br /><br /> As mentioned before, many manufacturers now offer <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/gps+tracking+systems" rel="tag">GPS tracking systems</a> as standard features on some models of autos that they produce at the present time. In many instances, these manufacturers do not particularly increase the overall cost of the car for the addition of a GPS tracking system to the vehicle. <br /><br /> Additionally, and as has been referenced previously, a wide array of different vendors now sell GPS tracking system for car owners the world over. You can find a GPS tracking system that can be installed in your car at any number of major electronics stores in the brick and mortar world. <br /><br /> In addition to being able to find GPS tracking systems at electronics stores in the real world, car specialty stores and shops also tend to carry GPS tracking systems for their customers. Most of these stores will also offer installation services on a GPS tracking system for their customers. <br /><br /> Once again, there are many benefits to having a GPS tracking system in your car. Therefore, as you contemplate the purchase of a new automobile, you might want to consider including a GPS tracking system in your planning. Alternatively, you may want to add a GPS tracking system to your current motor vehicle for the reasons set forth in this article.   <bio>For more information on gps tracking, please visit <a href="http://www.auto-gps.info">http://www.auto-gps.info</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>What Is Link Cloaking - And Why Should I Care?</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 22 Dec 2007 06:15:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>two different things</category><category>jay jennings</category><category>affiliate id</category><category>promoting products</category><category>affiliate link</category><category>teleseminar</category><category>click advertising</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-link-cloaking-and-why-should-i-care</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ During a teleseminar about link cloaking and ad tracking, Cloak and Tracker creator Jay Jennings was asked the following question:  "I'm trying to build my internet marketing business and I'd like to know what cloaking and tracking is used for? How difficult is it to implement?"  Cloaking and]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ During a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/teleseminar" rel="tag">teleseminar</a> about link cloaking and ad tracking, Cloak and Tracker creator <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/jay+jennings" rel="tag">Jay Jennings</a> was asked the following question: <br /><br /> "I'm trying to build my internet marketing business and I'd like to know what cloaking and tracking is used for? How difficult is it to implement?" <br /><br /> Cloaking and tracking are <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/two+different+things" rel="tag">two different things</a>, but there are some software applications out there which can do both, so I usually lump the two together. But let's look at each one separately, first: <br /><br /> Cloaking: This is used mainly by people who are <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/promoting+products" rel="tag">promoting products</a> as an affiliate. As you know, to earn a commission by selling an affiliate product, the person who buys must click through using your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affiliate+link" rel="tag">affiliate link</a>. The problem with that, is there are some people who, for one reason or another, don't want you to get a commission. And so when they see an affiliate link, they will either strip your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affiliate+id" rel="tag">affiliate ID</a> from the link, or even worse, replace your affiliate ID with theirs' -- so when they click through and buy, you don't make a commission. <br /><br /> One solution that's proven to increase the amount of commissions you make, is to cloak your link -- basically, you make the link look like a "normal" link and not like an affiliate link. The person sees a link that looks very innocent, and when they click it they are automatically redirected using your affiliate link. So the link looks normal, but behind the scenes it switches out for your affiliate ID. <br /><br /> Tracking: Okay, so you can make an affiliate link look like a normal link, but what about tracking? In general, the more details you know about your online business, the better off you are. For example, if you buy pay-per-<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/click+advertising" rel="tag">click advertising</a>, and you also write articles to generate traffic, how will you know which one is a better use of your time and money if you don't track the results? <br /><br /> Or, let's say you spend time in several online forums participating and answering questions and use the sig line in your message to drive traffic to your site. If one forum sent you 10 times as much traffic as another one, wouldn't you want to know that? If you don't know which one is better, you run the risk of sending time doing something that doesn't give you the best return on your investment -- whether your investment is time or money. <br /><br /> The nice thing about some cloaking software is that the same thing that cloaks your links can also be used to track the clicks on your links -- make sure you find software that will do both. <br /><br /> Cloaking and tracking can mean more profits for your online business, but how difficult is it to implement? <br /><br /> There are some ways of cloaking where being a "tech-head" is really handy, but most methods don't require any specialized knowledge. You should be comfortable signing up for someone's affiliate program, copy and pasting your affiliate links, and stuff like that. You'll also need to know the username and password to your web site so your software can upload the files, but that's all information you have to know anyway, just to put up your web pages. <br /><br /> Cloaking your links is easy and can mean more profit in your pocket -- so anyone doing business on the internet owes it to themselves to find out exactly how to implement it in their business.   <bio>Jay Jennings is the creator of one of the most powerful (and easy-to-use) cloaking and tracking programs available, Cloak and Tracker. For a free, 15-minute online video showing how you can easily cloak your links, see <a href="http://LinkCloakingExplained.com" >http://LinkCloakingExplained.com</a> and watch the video right now.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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