U.S. Bank Corporate Payment Systems

U.S. Bank helps media communications organizations streamline payment programs to lower costs and boost efficiency

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The worldwide economic downturn has exacerbated the challenges of the media communications industry. Organizations must relentlessly "fight for eyeballs" while facing the financial constraints of tight credit, decreased ad revenues and a constantly evolving media environment.

The U.S. communications sector will exceed $1 trillion in total spending
in 2010.1

Payment processing can be a quick win for organizations urgently searching for ways to cut costs and increase efficiency. From corporate travel to Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO) to fuel expense management, U.S. Bank offers a full range of commercial cards and payment solutions that help our clients cut costs, enhance cash position and mitigate risks.

Contact your U.S. Bank representative for a payment program audit and more information about U.S. Bank Corporate Payment Systems.

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Media Communications Industry Statistics
In December 2008, the total global Internet audience surpassed one billion users.2
Newspaper circulation continued to decline in 2008 with average weekday circulation down 4.6%.3
2008 Ad Spending by Media:4
Broadcast TV: 15.7% Newspapers: 12.2%
Cable TV: 8.4%
Radio: 6.4%
Yellow Pages: 5.1%
Consumer Magazines: 4.7% Internet: 4.6%
Federal Communications Commission
www.fcc.gov
Audit Bureau of Circulations
www.accessabc.com
Media Financial Management
www.bcfm.com
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1. Veronis Suhler Stevenson, 2008.
2. comScore, Inc.
3. Audit Bureau of Circulations.
4. Advertising Age, December 29, 2008.