Discussion Post: Database
Part A
a) What are some of the sources of data that can be included in the database?
b) Give some examples of demographic and psychographic data elements.
c) How are compiled lists different from response lists?
d) Why are house files (internal databases) enhanced with supplemental data?
e) Describe how marketers can use U.S. Census Bureau data.
f) What steps are involved in using an outside service to enhance a house file?
Part B
a) What are some of the reasons for routinely maintaining the database?
b) What is meant by merge/purge?
c) What are some of the codes marketers place on individual records, and how are they used?
d) Why would a marketer put decoy records on a database?
e) When and how is a database updated? Give examples of some of the fields that would be routinely updated.
f) Why is database security important to both consumers and marketers?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.