http://www.mdimediagroup.com Featured Articles http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=74 While we knew this all along, Coastal Living is calling the short ride from Mobile to New Orleans one of The 10 Best Road Trips in the world Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:00:00 GMT 74 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=76 After 50 years, Ikea changes it's font. But does anyone notice? Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:00:00 GMT 76 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=84 New online services are tapping into the potential of idle human intelligence Tue, 15 Sep 2009 09:00:00 GMT 84 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=109 After years of speculation, is the Apple Tablet upon us? Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:00:00 GMT 109 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=116 While it's still early to say, it looks like Microsoft's newest mobile offering would be a great phone—for 2004 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 08:00:00 GMT 116 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=52 We tend to think consumers are just asking for the best rate, highest credit limit, or for the best types of investments. But more often times, consumers are just asking for some financial insight. Sat, 01 Aug 2009 12:00:00 GMT 52 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=53 As the boomer generation ages, joint replacement explodes. Thu, 23 Jul 2009 12:00:00 GMT 53 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=56 It's still the go-to medium of the future. You just have to go to it. Wed, 12 Aug 2009 12:00:00 GMT 56 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=57 A look into the many variables that make or break successful promotional efforts for CVBs, area attractions, Hotel Associations, and Sports Commissions Thu, 30 Jul 2009 12:00:00 GMT 57 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=94 Out of 384 metro areas in the nation, 79 are in recovery, according to the August data on jobs, manufacturing and housing Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:33:00 GMT 94 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=100 The recession killed the Natural Born Clickers—Only 16% of Internet users click ads in 2009, down from 32% in 2007. But who's only going for CTR anyway? Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT 100 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=108 According to FastCompany.com, Walgreen's will soon launch an educational self-care program for consumers with chronic conditions Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:00:00 GMT 108 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=99 A new survey shows one in three businesses has embraced, to some extent, social media Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:00:00 GMT 99 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=106 Social media isn't just a prediction anymore; it's a mandate Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:00:00 GMT 106 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=82 Some experts believe the economy is showing signs of life in its mergers and acquisitions Wed, 09 Sep 2009 06:00:00 GMT 82 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=91 When blurring the lines between personal and business in the social networking sphere, who really owns your profile? Tue, 13 Oct 2009 12:00:00 GMT 91 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=102 More shoppers than ever appeared to hit the stores on Black Friday Fri, 04 Dec 2009 19:00:00 GMT 102 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=105 Buckle up, its going to be a bumpy ride Fri, 08 Jan 2010 09:00:00 GMT 105 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=89 Bullfighting is taking it's lead from NASCAR, NFL and other sports giants and dipping into sponsorships Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:00:00 GMT 89 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=93 Disney has big plans for it's retail stores, turning each into a mini theme park Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:00:00 GMT 93 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=81 Data without insight is, well, just data. But one man is bringing data back. Wed, 09 Sep 2009 07:00:00 GMT 81 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=96 As stores fill with costumes, candy and decorations, retailers say this Halloween business isn't just for kids anymore Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:00:00 GMT 96 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=103 MDi is taking big strides to encourage its team members' mental and physical health Fri, 11 Dec 2009 10:00:00 GMT 103 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=112 As big corporations cut back on advertising and public relations, smaller businesses are finding some opportunity to reap the benefits Thu, 11 Feb 2010 12:00:00 GMT 112 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=118 Augmented reality has quickly made its way into the realm of branding Thu, 27 May 2010 08:00:00 GMT 118 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=120 While summer leisure travel may be down, more households are planning at least one leisure trip this summer Mon, 07 Jun 2010 08:00:00 GMT 120 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=122 Battling perception is one of the hardest and most-costly PR campaigns out there.  Especially if the perception you are dealing with is created from negative events that are ongoing or receive media focus. Wed, 14 Jul 2010 12:00:00 GMT 122 http://www.mdimediagroup.com/?fuseaction=blog.viewPost&blogpost=124 Late last year, Eastman Kodak stopped production of Kodachrome, the slide film that has helped capture family memories and historical feats for the last 74 years Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT 124