Reports: Maximizing Efficiency and Revenue
Bob Vander Vorst • December 20, 2023
Unlocking the Power of Reports in Print Production
In the fast-paced world of print production, managing the sales cycle efficiently is crucial for success. At Design Wizards, we understand the challenges that publishers face from the pre-sale preparations to a printer-ready file. That's why we've developed a robust suite of reports that empower publishers to monitor progress and streamline their operations. Let's delve into some of the most commonly requested reports that our contract entry department can generate, providing invaluable insights to sales personnel.
Unworked Revenue Report: A Strategic Tool for Workload Management
One of the key reports that our clients find immensely beneficial is the Unworked Revenue Report. This report is a game-changer when it comes to managing the workload throughout the canvas. By displaying the contracts that still need attention from each sales representative, it allows for effective prioritization.
Sorting Options for Enhanced Efficiency
- By Assigned Amount: This option lists outstanding contracts based on the assigned dollar amount. Prioritize your efforts by focusing on contracts with higher revenue potential.
- By Salesperson/City: Grouping contracts by salesperson and city streamlines workflow, especially for those who travel to meet clients. Quickly identify and access contracts in specific areas, ensuring a more productive canvassing experience.
- Alphabetical Listing: For a straightforward approach, contracts can be listed alphabetically, simplifying the process of finding and managing them.
Sales Report: Insightful Analysis for Informed Decision-Making
On the flip side, the Sales Report provides a comprehensive overview of the contracts received from your sales team. This report can be tailored to suit your preferences, ranging from a simple listing to a detailed breakdown of contract categories.
Detailed Categories in Sales Report:
- New Contracts Sold: Track the performance of your sales team by monitoring new contracts acquired.
- Renewed Contracts: Identify increases or decreases in revenue from renewed contracts, facilitating strategic planning.
- Canceled and Out-of-Business Contracts: Stay informed about contracts that are no longer valid, allowing for adjustments in your sales strategy.
- Trade Accounts: Keep a close eye on trade accounts to ensure a balanced and profitable portfolio.
Hold List: Facilitating Timely Processing
The Hold List report is a lifeline for contracts that are incomplete. It provides a concise description of the information needed to complete the processing of each contract. Regularly requesting and providing the required information ensures a smooth and timely workflow so deadlines can be met.
Conclusion
In the competitive landscape of print production, leveraging data through insightful reports is an invaluable tool. Design Wizards is committed to providing not just print services but a comprehensive solution that empowers publishers at every step. By harnessing the power of reports like the Unworked Revenue Report, Sales Report, and Hold List, publishers can streamline their operations, make informed decisions, and maximize both efficiency and revenue. With Design Wizards, your journey from presale preparations to print-ready files is not just a process—it's a strategic advantage.
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Have you ever asked a question to ChatGPT, Google, or Siri and gotten a quick answer — not a list of websites? That’s the future of search. And if your business isn’t part of those answers, you’re missing out on customers. At Design Wizards, we help small businesses stay visible in this new world of AI search. The key? Something called GEO — and no, you don’t need to be tech-savvy to understand it. What Is GEO? GEO stands for Generative Search Engine Optimization . It’s a new way to make sure your business can be found — not just in Google, but in AI tools like: ChatGPT Google’s new AI-powered search results Bing Copilot AI assistants in phones, cars, voice devices These tools don’t show the usual 10 blue links anymore. Instead, they summarize answers . GEO helps your website be one of the sources they use — or even the business they recommend. Why Should You Care? People are using AI to find businesses like yours They're asking things like, “Who’s the best plumber near me?” or “Where can I get cupcakes delivered in [my town]?” You want the AI to name your business. The rules of search are changing Traditional SEO (Search Engine Optimization) helps you show up in Google listings. But GEO is how you show up in AI answers . That’s what’s next. It builds trust When your business shows up in AI-generated answers, it looks more trustworthy — and more professional. You don’t want to be invisible If your competitors are doing this and you’re not, that’s business you’re losing. How Design Wizards Helps You Show Up We’ve designed our GEO service to make sure AI tools can understand and use your website — even if you don’t have a clue how it all works. Here’s what we do behind the scenes: ✅ Make your content easy for AI to use We write and format your website content in a way that helps AI tools pull out answers and details. ✅ Add clear info about your services, location, and team We organize things so it’s obvious what you offer, where you’re located, and who you are — so there’s no confusion. ✅ Include helpful summaries and FAQs We can add quick summaries, FAQs, and how-to sections — which AI tools love to use in their answers. ✅ Give AI tools “permission” to use your content We adjust your site settings so the right tools can read your pages (and avoid the ones you don’t want shared). ✅ Fix errors and avoid mix-ups Sometimes, AI tools mix up businesses — we make sure your identity is clear and consistent everywhere. What Does GEO Look Like in Action? Here’s a simple example: Someone asks ChatGPT, “Where can I get a windshield replaced near Alexandria?” With GEO in place, ChatGPT can say: “You can try ClearView Glass on Main Street — they offer mobile replacements and have great reviews.” It knows who you are , what you do , where you are , and how to recommend you . That’s the power of GEO. Do I Still Need SEO? Yes — and good news: GEO and SEO work together . SEO helps you rank well in search results. GEO helps you be part of the answer in AI-generated summaries. If you’ve already invested in SEO, GEO builds on that and keeps your business visible as search keeps changing. Don’t Worry — We Handle the Tech You don’t need to learn a new system, buy any software, or do anything complicated. When you work with Design Wizards, we: Review your site Make the necessary upgrades Keep things running smoothly as search technology evolves When we build sites , we make sure they are SEO and GEO optimized from the start and provide ongoing updates as part of our packages . Ready to Be Found by AI? AI isn’t the future — it’s already here. Let’s make sure your business shows up. 🔗 Learn more about GEO websites at Design Wizards 📞 Or just reach out — we’ll explain everything in plain English.
WAIT! Before you put on that tool belt and start building your own website...let's talk first.
SEO never sleeps—and now there’s GEO. Want to keep up?