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Customer data is the behavioral, demographic and personal information about customers collected by businesses and marketing companies to understand, communicate and engage with customers.
In this installment of MarTech 101, we look at the basics of customer data. We will start by understanding its definition and types. We then delve into how you can collect, validate, and analyze customer data.
Table of Content
- What Is Customer Data?
- Types of Customer Data
- How to Collect Customer Data?
- Validating Customer Data
- Analyzing Customer Data
- Benefits of Customer Data Analysis
- Conclusion
Let's begin!
What Is Customer Data?
Customer data is defined as the information your customers provide while interacting with your business via your website, mobile applications, surveys, social media, marketing campaigns, and other online and offline avenues.
Customer data is a cornerstone to a successful business strategy. Data-driven organizations realize the importance of this and take action to ensure that they collect the necessary customer data points that would enable them to improve customer experience and fine-tune business strategy over time.
Types of Customer Data
An organization collects a myriad of customer data points throughout the buyer's journey. The volume of these data points is vast, and for ease of understanding, we have segregated them in different categories.
Let's look at the different types of customer data you need to collect to enhance your business strategy.
Note: Collecting and storing customer data is an intricate topic that is largely dictated by the rules and regulations (such as GDPR) of the country your organization operates from and/or that of your target audience. Make sure to study and follow these regulations to avoid legal consequences. It's safe to seek legal help if you're unsure.
1. Personal Data (PII and Non-PII)
Personal data can be divided into two categories, Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Non-Personally Identifiable Information (Non-PII).
Personally Identifiable Information (PII): PII is any information that can be used to recognize an individual's identity. It is further divided into two categories
1. Linked Information:
Linked information is information that can be used to identify an individual without requiring additional information/data point. Examples of linked information are:
- Full name
- Physical address
- Email address
- Login details
- Driver's license number
- Social security number
- Passport number
- Credit/debit card details
- Date of birth
- Phone number
2. Linkable Information: Linkable information is any information that can't identify a person on its own, but it can do so when it's clubbed with another piece of information. Examples of linkable information include:
- First or last name
- Location — Country, state, city, ZIP code
- Gender
- Race and ethnicity
- Age group
- Job details
Non-Personally Identifiable Information (Non-PII): Non-PII is the opposite of PII, which is anonymous information and can't be used to identify any one person. Examples of non-PII include:
- IP address
- Cookies
- Device IDs
Note: You could be wondering why we chose to include non-PII in the personal data section even though it doesn't help to identify individuals. The reason being, various laws treat these data points differently. For instance, according to GDPR, non-PII such as cookies can get categorized as personal data. So, to avoid any potential confusion, we've grouped them under one umbrella.
2. Engagement Data
Engagement data tells you how your customers interact with your brand via various marketing avenues. This data includes information such as the customer's behavior on the website, their interaction with you on social media and through customer service, and so on. Here are the inclusions of each channel:
- Website and Mobile App Interactions: Website visits, App stickiness, Most viewed pages, User flow, Traffic sources, etc.
- Social Media Engagement: Post likes, Post shares, Post replies, Native video views, etc.
- Email Engagement: Open rate, Click-through rate, Bounce rate, Email forwards, etc.
- Customer Service Information: Number of tickets, Complaint/Query details, Feedback, etc.
- Paid Ad Engagement: Impressions, Click-through rate, Cost per click/mille, Conversions, etc.
3. Behavioral Data
Behavioral data helps you uncover underlying patterns that your customers reveal during their purchase journey. Engagement data may or may not be a part of behavioral data. Here's how you can gather this data:
1. Transactional Data: Subscription details, Purchase details, Previous purchases, Average order value, Cart abandonment data, Average customer lifetime valueOpens a new window , Customer loyalty program details, etc.
2. Product Usage: Repeated actions, Feature usage, Feature duration, Task completion, Devices, etc.
3. Qualitative Data: User attention, Heatmaps (clicks, scroll, mouse movement data), etc.
4. Attitudinal Data:
Attitudinal data is driven by the feelings and emotions of your customers. It's how they perceive your brand and offerings. Since attitudinal data is mostly qualitative and subjective, to get concrete outputs, it's wise to combine it with quantitative data.
Attitudinal data is usually scouted via surveys, interviews, focus groups, feedback, customer complaints, reviews, etc. Here are a few examples of attitudinal data:
- Customer satisfaction
- Sentiments
- Product desirability
- Preferences
- Motivations and challenges
- Purchase criteria
Learn More: What Is Customer Analytics? Definition, Process, Key Trends And ExamplesOpens a new window
How to Collect Customer Data?
Marketers can collect data from every channel that the customer interacts with the brand on. Although there are probably hundreds of ways to collect customer data, in this section, we will look at the most essential avenues that you can use to get to know your customers better.
Before we delve into how you can collect customer data, answer the following five questions:
- What are the different data points you should be collecting?
- How should you organize the data? What tools would you require to store it?
- What measures should you take to protect customer data? And are you transparent with your customers on how you collect their information?
- Have you ensured that your data collection methods are compliant with your country's laws and regulations?
- How are you going to use the data for the organization's benefit?
Once you have decided on these questions, you can look at how to go about collecting customer data.
1. Website Analytics
Your website is often the primary channel that your customers interact with. You can collect customer data such as their demographic and geographic characteristics along with engagement and behavioral data.
Tools such as Google Analytics, Mixpanel, Piwik PRO, and Matomo help you understand their interests, referral sources, conversion details, along with their real-time behavior on your website.
While these tools have shortcomings such as the inability to collect qualitative information, you can compensate for them by using visual/experimentation tools such as Crazy Egg, Optimizely, VWO, and Hotjar. These tools help you understand user behavior through heatmaps, session recordings, and conversion funnel visualization.
2. Social Media
You can know a lot about your customers based on how they interact with you on social media. Apart from using basic engagement metrics (such as likes, comments, and shares), you can get to know a lot about your customers through the native analytics/insights section of each social media platform.
Through online reputation management (ORM) efforts, you can gather customer data that lets you understand the general sentiment surrounding your brand and offerings.
You can up the ante of your customer data collection activities by investing in social media ads. Through the targeting capabilities of social media platforms, you can understand the interests and other characteristics of your customers. By uploading your email list on social media platforms using the custom audience feature, you can uncover their behavior on a specific social media channel to know more about them.
3. Tracking Pixels
Through tracking pixels, marketers can also get to know the conversion activities of their customers.
4. Contact Information
Contact information is perhaps the most important information from the perspective of communicating with your customers. It is unlikely that your customers will share all the information from the get-go. It's wise to collect their details considering the stage of the buyer's journey. For instance, longer forms will be ineffective early in the stage. Make sure to provide appropriate rewards/incentives when your customers provide their data.
5. Customer Feedback and Surveys
Customer feedback and surveys are effective to gather interests, tastes, and preferences of your customers. By asking the right questions, surveys can help you collect qualitative, attitudinal data.
You can receive feedback on your offerings, services, sales and marketing activities through surveys. Using Net Promoter Score (NPS), you can comprehend your products' avidity among your customers.
6. Customer Service Software
A customer service software helps you understand the instances when your customers seek help, problems existing in your product, the complexity of those problems, the medium your customers choose to connect with you, how long it takes to resolve a query and how it can be optimized.
Based on this data, marketers can gauge customer satisfaction.
Learn More: Top 10 Digital Customer Experience (CX) Software Platforms For 2020
7. Transactional Information
Depending on your business model, there are different ways to collect transactional customer data. For a SaaS business, it is often entirely through online means, and it typically consists of the standard data such as the subscription details of the customer.
For example, for an e-commerce business, it will include cart abandonment data, while for a retail brand with brick-and-mortar stores, it will primarily rely on PoS (Point of sale) system to collect purchase data.
Apart from these seven ways, you can collect customer data through focus groups, customer interviews, data management platform (DMP), to name a few.
Validating Customer Data
Ensuring the accuracy of your customer data is essential for the success of your marketing efforts. Accurate customer data not only boosts your marketing efforts but also prevents waste of time and monetary resources and further prevents a bad CX.
Therefore, validating key customer data points — name, email address, physical address, contact number, etc. is crucial for the accuracy and completeness of data.
Here is how you can go about validating your customer data:
- Having a plan for data validation helps you set the right expectations from the beginning. The plan should lay out your milestones to measure progress. It should also consider the impact it might have on the existing operations and make sure that there's enough time to resolve any potential hurdles that may arise.
- Next, check the size of the data and whether the data is available in its entirety. Also, measure the number of customer records, size of data, and unique IDs.
- Data enrichment helps marketers validate and refine customer data by verifying its in-house/first-party data against trusted third-party data sources.
Data enrichment also helps you eliminate data redundancies and update existing records.
- The aim of data validation is to establish a golden record or a single source of truth. With the help of customer data integration (CDI), you can collect, organize, and unify customer data to get a 360-degree view of your customers.
Tip: Read The Basics of Customer Data Management Part I Opens a new window and Part IIOpens a new window from our MarTech101 series to understand these concepts thoroughly.
Analyzing Customer Data
Customer data analysis is a major undertaking. It's one thing to collect customer data, but it's a whole new ballgame to derive actionable insights from it.
One of the biggest challenges with analyzing large sets of customer data is to analyze qualitative information as it is subjective and varies from person-to-person. But before we get into how to you can analyze qualitative information, let's understand how data mining can help analyze quantitative data.
1. Analyzing Quantitative Customer Data Using Data Mining
Data mining uses the concepts of statistics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to analyze large sets of data and identify underlying patterns. You can use the following data mining techniques to extrapolate actionable insights:
- Classification: This technique requires you to categorize data into a given set of categories (classes). For example, based on the income groups and purchase history of your customers, you can make them customized product offers
- Association Rule Mining: Association uses correlation to identify patterns in a given data set. It uses the 'if this…then that…' reasoning to predict outcomes. Recommendation engines use association rule mining to recommend products or content.
- Outlier Detection: You can use this technique to identify anomalies or unexpected patterns in the data. For example, if you see an unexpected rise during the product sales in a period, you can find the root cause of it and take the necessary decision.
- Clustering: Cluster analysis is used to classify data into homogenous categories based on a characteristic/feature
- Regression Analysis: Regression is used to identify the relationship between different data points. It is useful to understand how the presence of a specific characteristic impacts other characteristics in the set.
- Prediction: With the help of prediction, you can forecast the future behavior of your customers based on their history.
Along with data mining, marketers can also use data visualization techniques and business intelligence to extract meaningful information from quantitative data.
2. Analyzing Qualitative Data
Information collected through customer service software, interviews, feedback, surveys, etc. tends to be qualitative in nature, and hence the traditional data mining techniques would not be effective on them. However, you can use the following methods to extract revelations from them:
- Content Analysis: In content analysis, you highlight relevant keywords, ideas, or themes to find their occurrences in your data. For example, while analyzing surveys, you can create a list of problems identified by your in-house team and discover different keywords that a customer would use to describe them. Now, by analyzing the survey you can understand how you can improve your product.
- Narrative Analysis: People communicate through stories. With a narrative analysis, you can identify how customers communicate stories and ideas, which can further help you understand how customers feel about your brand and offerings.
Benefits of Customer Data Analysis
Here are five ways in which analyzing customer data can help you know more about your customers, brands, and offerings:
- If you have already created buyer persona templates, based on the customer data analysis, you can make the necessary tweaks in these templates to keep them updated.
- You can segment your customers based on their geographic, demographic, or psychographic characteristics.
- It helps you understand the needs and pain points of your customers and tailor your product messaging accordingly. You can also improve your narrative to justify the price-benefit aspect of your product.
- It can assist you in streamlining your marketing campaigns.
- Customer Data Analysis can also help you increase customer lifetime value and reduce churn.
Learn More: What Is Identity Resolution? Definition, Process, Advantages with Examples
To summarize, we looked at the concept of customer data, its various types including Personal (PII and Non-PII), Engagement, Behavioral and Attitudinal. We covered seven ways you can collect customer data and learned all about analyzing and validating this data plus the benefits of doing that.
Hope this article has helped you understand the basics of customer data. You can now start collecting and analyzing your data to improve your business strategy and ROI.


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Natural Beachy Olsen Waves! Remington Air Wave Review10:01 PM
Hello everyone! Today I have a hair tutorial to share with you. To give a little background on my hair, when I was younger (before puberty) I had crazy long, stick-straight hair. I'm talking butt-length pigtails hanging down from the sides of my head at age 9. It was incredibly stubborn to curl and I did manage to do that a couple times with hairspray-crunchy locks which looked like giant black sausages. SEXY! Okay, maybe that's a little inappropriate as 9-year olds should not be sexy, nor attempt to be sexy but I do assure you that my hair was the opposite of sexy. I could go further into this but long story short, I know what it's like to have hair that just won't seem to keep a curl.
After I got into my teens my hair started doing this weird straight-wavy thing where it couldn't make up its mind until it finally settled into my current inconsistent waves. Thank goodness it did since I am terribly low-maintenance when it comes to my hair, but I just wish it could do the gorgeous beachy look naturally! Because of this tendency to not take a ton of effort to style my hair most days, I happen to adore the product I'm about to share with you because it's a no-brainer. Perfect beachy Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen waves that I've always wanted? Check. Easy learning curve? Check.
Here's my video showing you how to use the Remington Air Wave, a product that Hannah told me about. It's totally as awesome as she said it was!
So here's the low-down on the pros and cons:
The Good
- inexpensive (around $23 on Amazon)
- easy to use
- works pretty well as a regular hairdryer
- AWESOME waves that are difficult to achieve otherwise
- works well for hair that is stubborn to curl
- looks really nice on those with non-layered hair especially
- curl lasts days or until I shower next
The Bad
- a tad bit noisier than other more expensive dryers
- takes up extra storage space
- can make your hair frizzy from air-waving it
All in all, I was highly impressed. I thought only people with naturally perfectly wavy hair could get this hairstyle but look Om-ma! It's not so difficult after all. ^o^
Here's some pics
View from the back. I kind of love this picture. Don't mind my bizarre sweatpants outfit. ;D
And just because she's a charm to end with, here's a little more Mary-Kate Olsen because I adore her. <3 <3
Tell me what you think in the comments! Are you going to pick one up? Have you heard of this before? Do you have naturally perfectly wavy hair that I might want to cut off your hair and make a wig for myself (eww)? Until next time~
UPDATE: I heard people are having difficulty finding the Airwave! I guess it sold out on Amazon. I asked Remington's customer service and they said you can purchase it at Walmart but I'd call and check before you go.
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pretty nice product, I like the result hihi, ur hair is beautiful ^^!ReplyDelete
- MaymuiJuly 1, 2010 at 10:18 PM
Jen! Are you still using your wonder tape in this post or just using you falsies to create the double lids?ReplyDelete
I love the Wavy hair!! One of those looks that I can't get in a permanent perm. Will try and give it a go!
Mayumi: I'm wearing just falsies in this post. ;)ReplyDelete
Wow, it makes me wish I had naturally straight hair, it would be impossible for me to do this without ironing all my hair first =( I think the more you brush it out the better it looks too, really wavy in the middle then straight at the ends.ReplyDelete
Thanks for sharing! I'll definitely look into the product~! Thanks Jen. :)ReplyDelete
omg its gorgeous!ReplyDelete
ive ALWAYS wanted that beachy wavy hair!
definitely will try picking it up if its available on the .ca amazon!
ps i really cant get over how amazing your hair looks!
- AnonymousJuly 1, 2010 at 10:29 PM
This is awesome!! I was JUST starting to look for something that would do this to my hair so this is perfect!! I'mma gonna have to head over to Amazon and check it out right now! Thanks for the review!!ReplyDelete
you are so gorgeous with those wavy curls and that's such a cool product! :)ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJuly 1, 2010 at 11:04 PM
hey jen! do you think the air wave would work/look good on on shoulder length hair?ReplyDelete
I love the wavy look on you! I have a really old waver that is about to break:(ReplyDelete
Thanks for the review!
- AnonymousJuly 1, 2010 at 11:44 PM
are you still using skin79 hot pink?ReplyDelete
- YukariJuly 2, 2010 at 12:14 AM
Wow, that's pretty cool! *o* Great review! Do you think you can achieve Japanese style curls through this product as well?ReplyDelete
I'm a curly girl, but I think this hair dryer would do some really interesting things to my hair too! I kinda want to try it. Thanks for the vid. :)ReplyDelete
My hair's pretty easy to manipulate and I hand twirl it just in halves to wave it.. but I'm definitely thinking about ordering one of these. They're just so much more efficient x_x .. Very helpful review, Jen! I always end up wanting to buy everything.ReplyDelete
i missed your posts, jen! nice hair gadget...wish there's one available here in the Philippines... =)ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJuly 2, 2010 at 2:07 AM
Zoooooomg that's perfect!ReplyDelete
Your hair is beautiful too, doesn't seem dried or damaged at all~
Sadly I don't think I will buy this, because I wash my hair the night before and let it air dry (aka. I am beyond this level of laziness to the point where I don't even blowdry my hair)
Interesting hairdryer ^^. You look pretty as usualReplyDelete
wow!! that's amaaaazing!!! being the lazy person that I am & someone who doesn't really know how to use a curling iron, I so need that in my life.. LOL... I have short hair though, do you think that'll work with short hair?? your hair looks so purrty! thanks for sharing sweetie!ReplyDelete
Its pretty look. I love it.ReplyDelete
Wow its really a pretty wavy look.Where did you get it? I checked Amazon but I guess they sold out!!ReplyDelete
- Christina IJuly 2, 2010 at 4:20 AM
I like that wavy look and your hair look healthy and shiny..really pretty hair.. =)ReplyDelete
i miss doing my hair..yours look pretty :) wish it didn't damage our hair though.ReplyDelete
that is so cool. thanking for sharing that. i'm so sick of using hair curler to achieve that look. I might invest in one of those.ReplyDelete
your hair curls look so great!ReplyDelete
I love the effect from the straightener
That's an amazing hairdryer! My sister and me are totally converting to this dryer haha XD I just need to wait until my hair gets a little longer...can't wait to see more tutorials and things~ :DReplyDelete
I picked this up a while ago and it's really useful for casual waves! It's nice that it's an attachment so you can take it off if you don't want to use it all the time.ReplyDelete
I love this look on you. ^^ReplyDelete
Btw, where did you get that sweater? It's really cute.
- AnonymousJuly 2, 2010 at 10:08 AM
grow your bangs and it'll look even cuter when everything's curled!ReplyDelete
how long did it take to do your whole head? i guess time would be my biggest factor...
Woah, this is so cool! :)ReplyDelete
hehe , now i want it .
- AnonymousJuly 2, 2010 at 10:52 AM
Wow I love the curls! So pretty! I may have to get this... :X Another thing to add to my list.. hehe.ReplyDelete
Thank you for the review n vid Jen :) <3
Oh wow this is neat. It actually looks fun while blow drying. Thanks for sharing!ReplyDelete
woww it turned out amazingg! i've always beeen soo curious to how the olsen's did their hair and now i know :) although such a bummmer it's not available on amazon here! guess i have to waitt ): thanks for the tutorial though :) gorgeouss!ReplyDelete
Your hair story sounds exactly like mine! I used to have pin-straight hair too.. up until the 7th grade and then it started curling like crazy. My mom couldn't understand why. That's awesome to hear that I wasn't the only one who went through that.ReplyDelete
love the curls!ReplyDelete
very nice =D it looks a bit scary (because the "tunnel" is so huge) at first but the outcome is gorgeous!ReplyDelete
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omigosh that is so cool! I'm gettin' one! Thanks for sharing!ReplyDelete
Whoa how trippy! I've never seen anything like that before! Definitely very cool... now I want to go get one :) I wish they sell it as a stand-alone attachment so that I don't have an extra dryer laying around though.ReplyDelete
Jen.. this product has been discontinued. I contacted Remington and they said they don't make it anymore :*(ReplyDelete
Do you know is there's a similiar product out there?ReplyDelete
Jen, you look gorgeous! Your tutorial has convinced me to buy this product. Unfortunately, after MUCH searching, I can't find this anywhere in Canada or online that ships here. But for you lucky U.S. residents out there, the Remington 3-in-1 Styler Hair dryer has the "beach wave" attachment. It's available on Amazon.com, Target and Wal-Mart.ReplyDelete
Yay...THANK YOU SYLVIA!ReplyDelete
I love it! I'm gonna go hunt for it now. =)ReplyDelete
nice hair do!ReplyDelete
wow, i would love to trade my wavy hair for your straight hair!! =)ReplyDelete
I can't find the remington airwave blow dryer anywhere :( your hair looks amazing! My hair is the type that will not curl very well with a curling iron. I was hoping this would work. Thanks for the tutorial, Jen!ReplyDelete
- Kathy WJuly 3, 2010 at 10:39 AM
hey jen!ReplyDelete
i was wondering if you can post the link where you purchased the airwave from please!
thanks so much ;]
The Remington 3 in 1 Styler is a fab substitute, it was on sale for 26.45 + tax=28 dollars at Target!ReplyDelete
Woah, your hair looks amazing!ReplyDelete
Ahhh! Why didn't I know about these things when I had long hair!! I'm so clumsy with curlers & irons but this really looks like something even I could have done LOL.ReplyDelete
Oh well. I guess I'm just not made for long hair lol...
Your hair looks so gorgeous! I dont think I could pull a look like that off. I don't seem to have the right attire or facial structure... it'd make me look to round for my taste lol O.o.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJuly 6, 2010 at 7:53 PM
actually remington now makes a hair dryer that is a 3in1 style with three hook on pieces that you can interchange pertty neat...Target and amazon.com all have them runs about $25-30...ReplyDelete
i don't know what you're talking about.. you'd make a great rasta! hahahaa (;ReplyDelete
after seeing this review, i looked everywhere online, amazon and walmart were both out. :(ReplyDelete
but then i went shopping today at target, and found a 3 in 1 remington and the airwave part is also included :) loooove it ! i spent a total of $29.xx. including tax hehe =]
i luveee ur blog !
- AnonymousJuly 8, 2010 at 5:45 AM
omg lol i've totally used this product before but i had to return it bc it didn't really work for me =\ReplyDelete
you can get it at target though, thats where i got mine. =)
this must be a popular product... I check it, but not available at this time, all sold out :D hihiReplyDelete
haha.. that's awesome! i'm def intrigued! =DReplyDelete
- lianycJuly 8, 2010 at 10:34 AM
hey i have this!ReplyDelete
it's also in the remington 3 in 1 styler...
the airwave is one styler that comes in the set of three!
it's my 1st time to have seen such a blow dryer! what is it called? i love the outcome of the curls it looks really good on you! :)ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJuly 12, 2010 at 6:05 AM
- chaelrianneJuly 15, 2010 at 10:07 AM
Hey Jen, I loved the look so I went out and bought one. Yes it is sold out in Amazon but I actually found it at Target. It's called REMINGTON style. It has the eco setting. This has 3 attachments, the volumizer, sleek hair, and the beach waver attachment. I wanted to ask you though if it made a difference if your hair is thick or thin as to how thick the strand of hair you put in should be. You said two or more and at the highest setting. I am filipina and my hair is pretty thick.ReplyDelete
hi jen! just wondering what foundation you're currently using? it looks so natural on you!!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJuly 19, 2010 at 1:49 AM
I had a hard time finding this product too under the Air Wave (or Airwave) name but thanks to the comments on here I was about to find the 3 in 1 styler on Amazon: Remington 3-in-1 StylerReplyDelete
- AnonymousJuly 21, 2010 at 9:03 PM
The Remington Airwave is still out of stock at Amazon, so do you know where else I could get this cool hair dryer?ReplyDelete
- AnonymousJuly 31, 2010 at 1:02 AM
it's available on amazon again! i just ordered one, can't wait to try it!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousAugust 2, 2010 at 9:10 PM
the air wave is in stock again on amazon! $19.99 + $5.52 shipping!ReplyDelete
Can't wait to get mine in the mail this week!
sex hair ;P love it!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousAugust 10, 2010 at 8:29 PM
Does anyone know where you can find it? @_____________@ i've been going in circles looking for one! S.O.S pleaseeeee >_<;; thanks! <3ReplyDelete
I have been wanting to get this look and my super straight hair dont stay and i hate spending my time curling with a curl iron.. Im so going to get it tomorrow!ReplyDelete
I really want this! But it's not available on Amazon and it says it's discontinued by the manufacturer :( Do you know where I can still find it?ReplyDelete
- AnonymousNovember 7, 2010 at 4:27 AM
Hi Jen! I finally received mine from ebay and did a review from my blog! Thanks so much for sharing this eheheh love it!ReplyDelete
hi, where can i buy this product now? seems to be unavailable anywhere. pls advise. thanks!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 20, 2011 at 2:16 AM
walmart has it again! around $19.xx!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 23, 2011 at 8:54 AM
I checked and Target, Walmart, and Amazon do NOT have these in stock. I then contacted customer service at Remington and they told me that both the Airwave and the Remington 3 in 1 styler have been discontinued and they had no remaining stock.ReplyDelete
I happened to find a 3 in 1 online at http://www.farmandfleet.com/products/661467-3_in_1_styler_dryer.html?source=googleps but now it looks like it's only available in store, and they only have shops in IL, IA, and WI.
Hmm, they have this available on Amazon UK marketed as the "Spin Curl" but I suppose it would require a power converter: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Remington-D1001-Spin-Curl-Dryer/dp/B002C1AYB0ReplyDelete
I tried to buy the Remington Spin Curl from the Amazon UK site, but they do not ship to the U.s. I did find the Remington 3-in-1 Styler at Target tonight, and it has the beachwave attachement!!! Can't wait to try this out!ReplyDelete
I wonder if it only work on wet hair or also in dry hair?ReplyDelete
- AnonymousMarch 21, 2011 at 2:37 AM
Hey, just curious - I jsut stumbled upon your blog and was wondering if there is any product you've found comparable to this. Unfortunately I think it's out of production :(((ReplyDelete
GORGEOUS, btw.
I found this at target the other day! It is the remington 3 in 1. So it may be discontinue online but still in stores. I snatched it up! Still playing with it, but I love it. Time saving way to get waves :)ReplyDelete
Hi Jen, just want to let you and your readers know that I found a dupe for this dryer. It's another model from Remington that has the funnel attachment.ReplyDelete
hi jen...i like u makeup...so pretty..i hve troubel in makeup my eye bzau my eye..monolids...i follow u makeup..it work n pretty..TQ jennn..ReplyDelete
That's what my hair just looks like when it has airdried--but with a side of extra frizz. Believe me, you can get tired of hair that always wants to look like you just left the beach.ReplyDelete
nice, looks amazing, thanks for the tips, I personally prefer the Karmin Salon Pro Professional Hair Dryer which keeps my hair smooth , shiny and with volume. :DReplyDelete

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After a five year stint running Abstract Source Music Studio & Production Academy at the Truman Brewery in London, Jules currently works between London & the South Coast in a high-end writing and mixing room overlooking the sea in St Leonards-On-Sea and a workspace & production setup in the London Docklands.
Jules divides his time between recording & mixing musicians, composing & producing music for TV & Web, training groups and individuals in the studio & writing and performing his own music. With a background in education, having worked as a course coordinator for SAE (School of Audio Engineering), Jules is particularly skilled at planning & taking his projects to completion and prides himself on his reliability & integrity.
A wealth of exciting new projects have found their way to the studio this year. Jules is coordinating and producing the music for a brand new lifestyle/wellbeing app which uses artificial intelligence and neural feedback to help people lead healthier & less stressful lives. He is also co-producing a double LP with Nico De Transilvania & Wes Maebe, funded by the Romanian Arts Council which will help to save the forests of Transylvania. Together with a short film by Ben Cole (1 Giant Leap), it will capture & document the traditional music and life in the mountains of Transylvania.
After a spell running the label Abstrakt Dance with techno kingpin Colin Dale, Jules is focusing on his Abstract Source sound.
From the lush house of 'Day to Night' on Chicago's Large Records to the gyrating drum & bass of 'Tell Me' on London's V Recordings.
His music is thriving with a million plays on Soundcloud and has found its way into some esteemed places. Peter Gabriel's Cue Songs have picked up the rights to his catalogue while Finlay Cowan (Pink Floyd Illustrator) commissioned him to soundtrack the intriguing 'Subway Slim'.
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Wes is on the Grammy P&E Wing Advisory Board, he's an MPG member, has done presentations for the AES, NAMM, IMSTA and is a regular reviewer for Mix Magazine U.S., Pro Sound News and Audio Media International magazine.
Born and raised in Belgium, Award winning engineer Wes Maebe moved to London to study audio technology in 1998, returning to live here in 2003. Initially dividing his time between being a visiting lecturer in Audio Technology at City of Westminster College and building a client base for freelance recording, mixing, mastering and live work, Wes moved to full-time engineering in 2006.
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Diflorasone is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Diflorasone reduces the swelling, itching and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong (high-potency) corticosteroid.
How to use Florone Cream
Use this medication only on the skin. However, do not use it on the face, groin or underarms unless directed to do so by your doctor.
Wash and dry your hands before applying. Clean and dry the affected area. Apply a thin film of the medication to the affected area and gently rub in as directed by your doctor, usually 1 to 3 times daily. Do not bandage, wrap or cover the area unless directed to do so by your doctor.
After applying the medication, wash your hands, unless you are using this medication to treat the hands. When applying this medication near the eyes, avoid getting it in the eyes because this may worsen or cause glaucoma. Also, avoid getting the medication in your nose or mouth. If you get the medication in your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse with plenty of water.
Use this medication only for the condition prescribed. Inform your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse.
Side Effects
Burning, stinging, itching, irritation, dryness, or redness may occur when this medication is first applied to the skin. This should disappear in a few days as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects last or get worse, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: stretch marks (striae), skin thinning/discoloration, excessive hair growth, acne, small red bumps on the skin (folliculitis).
Skin infections can become worse when using this medication. Notify your doctor if redness, swelling or irritation does not improve.
Rarely, it is possible this medication will be absorbed from the skin into the bloodstream. This can lead to side effects of too much corticosteroid. These side effects are more likely in children, and in people who use this medication for a long time or over large areas of the skin. Tell your doctor right away if any of the following side effects occur: unusual/extreme tiredness, weight loss, headache, swelling ankles/feet, increased thirst/urination, vision problems.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
In the US -
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
Before using diflorasone, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to any other steroids (such as hydrocortisone, dexamethasone); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: poor blood circulation, diabetes, other skin conditions (such as rosacea, perioral dermatitis), immune system problems.
Do not use if there is an infection or sore in the area to be treated.
Rarely, using corticosteroid medications for a long time or over large areas of skin can make it more difficult for your body to respond to physical stress. Before having surgery or emergency treatment, or if you get a serious illness/injury, tell your doctor or dentist that you are using this medication or have used this medication within the past few months.
Though it is unlikely, this medication may temporarily slow down a child's growth if used for a long time. See the doctor regularly so your child's height can be checked.
During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk when applied to the skin. Similar medications pass into breast milk when taken by mouth. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. This medication can be harmful if swallowed.
Do not share this medication with others. This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it later for other skin problems unless told to do so by your doctor. A different medication may be necessary in those cases.
Lab and/or medical tests (such as adrenal gland function) may be done while you are using this medication, especially if you use this drug for an extended period of time or apply it over large areas of the body. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Use your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Store at room temperature. Keep all medications away from children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
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Disease map-based biomarker selection and pre-validation for bladder cancer diagnostic
Publication date2015-07-31
AuthorDe Paoli, M.
Perco, P.
Mühlberger, I.
Lukas, A.
Pandha, H.S.
Morgan, Richard
Feng, G.J.
Marquette, C.
Rights© 2015 Taylor & Francis. This is an Author's Original Manuscript of an article published by Taylor & Francis in Biomarkers on 31 Jul 2015, available online at http://www.tandfonline.com/10.3109/1354750X.2015.1068867


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Curation of Recently Halted Oncology Trials Due to Serious Adverse Events – 2015
Curator: Stephen J. Williams, Ph.D.
The following is reports of oncology clinical trials in 2015 which have been halted for Serious Adverse Events (SAE), in most instances of an idiopathic nature. For comparison I have listed (as of this writing) the oncology drug approvals (8) for 2015. (from CenterWatch.com)
Oncology Drugs Approved in 2015
Farydak (panobinostat); Novartis; For the treatment of multiple myeloma, Approved February 2015
Ibrance (palbociclib); Pfizer; For the treatment of ER-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer, Approved February 2015
Lenvima (lenvatinib); Eisai; For the treatment of thyroid cancer, Approved February 2015
Lonsurf (trifluridine and tipiracil); Taiho Oncology; For the treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer , Approved September 2015
Odomzo (sonidegib); Novartis; For the treatment of locally advanced basal cell carcinoma, July 2015
Opdivo (nivolumab); Bristol-Myers Squibb; For the treatment of metastatic squamous non-small cell lung cancer, Approved March 2015
Unituxin (dinutuximab); United Therapeutics; For the treatment of pediatrics with high-risk neuroblastoma, Approved March 2015
Varubi (rolapitant); Tesaro; For the prevention of delayed nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy, Approved September 2015
Death Forces FDA to Place Clinical Hold on Advaxis (ADXS) Cancer Drug
from Biospace News
October 7, 2015
By Alex Keown, BioSpace.com Breaking News Staff
PRINCETON, N.J. – Following the death of a patient, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) placed a hold on Advaxis (ADXS)'s experimental cancer treatment axalimogene filolisbac, which is currently in mid-stage trials.
In a statement issued this morning, Advaxis maintains the patient's death was a result of the severity of her cancer and not due to the company's experimental cancer treatment. It is seeking proof from the FDA that the drug was not a factor in the death. Still, the hold on the experimental cancer drug will cause the company to halt four clinical trials, Advaxis said. Other clinical trials, including those with the experimental ADXS-PSA and ADXS-HER2, are not affected by this hold. The company said it will continue to actively enroll and dose patients.
The FDA placed a hold on the drug on Oct. 2 after the company submitted a safety report to the regulatory agency that week. The drug is being developed to treat patients with persistent or recurrent metastatic (squamous or non-squamous cell) carcinoma of the cervix (PRmCC) who have progressed on at least one prior line of systemic therapy. Phase I trials released at the end of September showed treatment with axalimogene filolisbac resulted in a 38.5 percent 12-month overall survival rate in 26 patients. Patients typically fighting PRmCC who have failed at least one line of therapy have a typical survival rate of four to seven months.
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FDA Halts Trial of Halozyme's PEGPH20 for Pancreatic Cancer
Apr 9, 2014 Alex Philippidis
Halozyme Therapeutics acknowledged today that the FDA placed a formal clinical hold on its troubled Study 202 assessing its experimental drug PEGPH20 in patients with pancreatic cancer—less than a week after the company temporarily halted enrolling and dosing patients in the ongoing Phase II trial.
The agency told Halozyme it placed the clinical hold following the company's pause in study activity. The trial's independent data monitoring committee is evaluating data from the trial to learn why patients treated with PEGPH20 as well as nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine saw a higher rate of blood clots and other thromboembolic events compared with patients treated with nab-paclitaxel and gemcitabine alone.
"We will be providing this information to the data monitoring committee and the FDA in parallel so they can complete their respective assessments," Helen Torley, M.B. Ch.B., M.R.C.P., Halozyme's president and CEO, said in a statement.
"Pancreatic cancer has one of the lowest survival rates of any cancer. We remain committed to evaluating PEGPH20 as a possible therapy to address this devastating disease," Dr. Torley added.
As with Halozyme's statement last week, the company's latest remarks did not indicate when Halozyme expects to resume enrolling and dosing patients in Study 202, or how many patients had been enrolled and dosed when the temporary halt occurred.
The trial was envisioned as having 124 subjects, divided evenly between a treatment arm of PEGPH20 and nab-paclitaxel, and a gemcitabine arm, preceded by eight subject "run-in" phase assessing safety and tolerability, according to Study 202's page on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT01839487), last updated on January 27.
The study is one of two Phase II trials for PEGPH20; the other, SWOG, also aims to assess the drug for pancreatic cancer.
PEGPH20 is an investigational PEGylated form of Halozyme's FDA-approved recombinant human hyaluronidase rHuPH20 (marketed as Hylenex®), designed to dramatically increases the half-life of the compound in the blood and allow for intravenous administration.
The temporary halt for Study 202 came two months after Halozyme publicly cited "potential acceleration of the PEGPH20 program" among several R&D programs for which it raised funds through a public offering of common stock that closed in February and generated approximately $107.8 million in net proceeds.
Read more at GenNEWS
FDA orders CytRx to halt patient enrollment after death of a cancer patient
CytRx ($CYTR) has run into an unexpected roadblock with its cancer drug conjugate aldoxorubicin, slamming the brakes on new patient recruitment in all their clinical trials after the FDA dropped a partial clinical hold on the program. According to the biotech the hold was forced by the death of a patient who was given the drug through a compassionate use program.
LA-based CytRx execs say that patients already enrolled in the studies will continue to receive the therapy as investigators added new safety measures, retooling trial protocols to include an "appropriate inclusion/exclusion criteria, an additional patient screening assessment and an evaluation of serum electrolytes prior to aldoxorubicin administration." The patient who died, they added, had not qualified for any of its studies.
As it stands now, the biotech doesn't know exactly how long the partial hold will last, but their announcement sought to calm jumpy investors, saying they expected to resolve the FDA's demands "expeditiously" and can stick to their current timelines. CytRx says it expects to report preliminary results from their mid-stage study of Kaposi's sarcoma in the second quarter of 2015 and preliminary results from the ongoing Phase II clinical trial of aldoxorubicin in glioblastoma multiforme in the first half of 2015. The company added that it is committed to completing enrollment in their Phase III trial by the end of next year.
hat reassurance appears to have helped with investors, who seemed to count this as more of a temporary setback than a catastrophe. Shares for CytRx were down about 9% in mid-morning trading.
Aldoxorubicin uses a linker molecule to attach to albumin in the blood and concentrate in tumors, where the acidic environment releases the chemotherapy doxorubicin in doses up to four times higher than what's used now. Late last year their stock soared after their drug scored promising results for progression-free survival in a Phase IIb trial.
This case illustrates one reason why biotechs often quietly squirm under the pressure of compassionate use programs. They can be expensive to operate, time-consuming and raise fresh concerns when a patient dies or experiences a setback. On the other hand, if regulators take action like this following the death of an advanced stage cancer patient, there may have been something about the case that triggered broader concerns for the entire patient population
Clot risk in Lilly lung-cancer drug raises FDA concerns
Eli Lilly and Co.'s experimental lung cancer drug has raised concerns with U.S. regulators that it may increase patients' risk of suffering potentially deadly blood clots.
The drug, known as necitumumab, improved patients' overall chances of survival, yet people taking the medicine also experienced more risk, Food and Drug Administration staff said in a report Tuesday. Indianapolis-based Lilly is seeking to sell the medicine to treat a subset of the most common type of lung cancer.
FDA advisers will meet Thursday to discuss the risks and benefits of necitumumab for patients with advanced squamous non-small cell lung cancer, in combination with chemotherapy. The FDA is expected to decide if Lilly can sell the drug by the end of the year.
While the safety of necitumumab reflects that of similar drugs, the increased danger of clotting "in this already high risk population is of concern," FDA staff wrote.
One study showed that out of 538 patients taking necitumumab and chemotherapy, 9 percent experienced a serious clot, compared with 5 percent of 541 patients given only chemotherapy, according to the staff report.
Squamous lung cancer accounts for 25 percent to 30 percent of all lung cancer, according to the American Cancer Society.
Patients in a clinical trial who took necitumumab lived a median of 11.5 months, 1.6 months longer than those who got only chemotherapy, the FDA staff report said.
Opdivo Side Effects Center (as seen on Rxlist.com) (NOTE:TRIAL NOT HALTED)
Opdivo (nivolumab) is a human monoclonal antibody used to treat patients with unresectable or metastatic melanoma and disease progression following ipilimumab and, if BRAF V600 mutation positive, a BRAF inhibitor; and to treat metastatic squamous non-small cell lung cancer with progression on or after platinum-based chemotherapy. Common side effects of Opdivo include fatigue, rash, itching, cough, upper respiratory tract infection, swelling of the extremities, shortness of breath, muscle pain, decreased appetite, nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, weakness, swelling, fever, abdominal pain, chest pain, joint pain, and weight loss.
Opdivo FDA Prescribing Information: Side Effects
(Adverse Reactions)
Clinical Trials Experience
Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice.
The data described in the WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS section and below reflect exposure to OPDIVO in Trial 1, a randomized trial in patients with unresectable or metastatic melanoma and in Trial 3, a single-arm trial in patients with metastatic squamous non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
Clinically significant adverse reactions were evaluated in a total of 691 patients enrolled in Trials 1, 3, or an additional dose finding study (n=306) administering OPDIVO at doses of 0.1 to 10 mg/kg every 2 weeks [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].
Unresectable or Metastatic Melanoma
The safety of OPDIVO was evaluated in Trial 1, a randomized, open-label trial in which 370 patients with unresectable or metastatic melanoma received OPDIVO 3 mg/kg every 2 weeks (n=268) or investigator's choice of chemotherapy (n=102), either dacarbazine 1000 mg/m² every 3 weeks or the combination of carboplatin AUC 6 every 3 weeks plus paclitaxel 175 mg/m² every 3 weeks [see Clinical Studies]. The median duration of exposure was 5.3 months (range: 1 day to 13.8+ months) with a median of eight doses (range: 1 to 31) in OPDIVO-treated patients and was 2 months (range: 1 day to 9.6+ months) in chemotherapy treated patients. In this ongoing trial, 24% of patients received OPDIVO for greater than 6 months and 3% of patients received OPDIVO for greater than 1 year.
In Trial 1, patients had documented disease progression following treatment with ipilimumab and, if BRAF V600 mutation positive, a BRAF inhibitor. The trial excluded patients with autoimmune disease, prior ipilimumab-related Grade 4 adverse reactions (except for endocrinopathies) or Grade 3 ipilimumab-related adverse reactions that had not resolved or were inadequately controlled within 12 weeks of the initiating event, patients with a condition requiring chronic systemic treatment with corticosteroids ( > 10 mg daily prednisone equivalent) or other immunosuppressive medications, a positive test for hepatitis B or C, and a history of HIV.
The study population characteristics in the OPDIVO group and the chemotherapy group were similar: 66% male, median age 59.5 years, 98% white, baseline ECOG performance status 0 (59%) or 1 (41%), 74% with M1c stage disease, 73% with cutaneous melanoma, 11% with mucosal melanoma, 73% received two or more prior therapies for advanced or metastatic disease, and 18% had brain metastasis. There were more patients in the OPDIVO group with elevated LDH at baseline (51% vs. 38%).
OPDIVO was discontinued for adverse reactions in 9% of patients. Twenty-six percent of patients receiving OPDIVO had a drug delay for an adverse reaction. Serious adverse reactions occurred in 41% of patients receiving OPDIVO. Grade 3 and 4 adverse reactions occurred in 42% of patients receiving OPDIVO. The most frequent Grade 3 and 4 adverse reactions reported in 2% to less than 5% of patients receiving OPDIVO were abdominal pain, hyponatremia, increased aspartate aminotransferase, and increased lipase.
FDA Approves Eisai's LENVIMA™ (lenvatinib) for the Treatment of Patients with Locally Recurrent or Metastatic, Progressive, Radioactive Iodine-Refractory Differentiated Thyroid Cancer
– Press release from Eisai (NOTE: TRIAL NOT HALTED)
Feb 13, 2015
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Feb. 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Eisai Inc. announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the company's receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor LENVIMA™ (lenvatinib) for the treatment of locally recurrent or metastatic, progressive, radioactive iodine-refractory differentiated thyroid cancer (RAI-R DTC). LENVIMA was approved following a priority review by the FDA, which is designated for drugs the FDA believes have the potential to provide a significant improvement in the treatment of a serious condition. LENVIMA demonstrated a statistically significant progression-free survival (PFS) prolongation and response rate in patients with progressive, differentiated thyroid cancer who had become refractory to radioactive iodine (RAI) therapy.
In the clinical trial, adverse events led to dose reductions in 68% of patients who received LENVIMA and 5% of patients who received placebo. Some patients will need to discontinue treatment for serious adverse reactions. In the trial, 18% of patients treated with LENVIMA and 5% who received placebo discontinued treatment. The most common adverse reactions (at least 10%) that resulted in dose reductions of LENVIMA were hypertension (13%), proteinuria (11%), decreased appetite (10%), and diarrhea (10%).
AstraZeneca halts a pair of lung cancer trials over a safety scare
From October 9, 2015 | By Damian Garde of FierceBiotech
"AstraZeneca ($AZN) is pressing pause on trials combining two of its most important pipeline cancer treatments after tracking reports of lung disease, halting enrollment as it gathers more information.
The company is testing a combination of AZD9291 and durvalumab, formerly MEDI4736, in two studies involving patients with non-small cell lung cancer. Late last month, AstraZeneca hit the brakes on enrollment in both trials due to an increase in reports of interstitial lung disease, which can lead to dangerous scarring and impaired pulmonary function. The pauses are temporary, the company stressed in an emailed statement, and patients already enrolled in the study will be given new consent forms to ensure they understand the risks before choosing whether keep getting treatment."


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Cold Storage Insurance Policy Information
Cold Storage Insurance. Cold storage is a vital part of the supply chain. These facilities are used to keep perishable goods refrigerated or frozen, ensuring that they remain safe and allowing without putting the integrity of the foods at risk of spoiling.
Cold storage plants offer long- and short-term storage of goods of others in climate-controlled freezers, coolers, or refrigerators. Goods stored can include such items as dairy products, flowers, fruit, furs, meat, poultry, seafood, and other fresh or frozen foods.
Goods may be brought to the facility by customers, by trucks, railcars, or barges, or the warehouse may offer packaging and transportation services. Those specializing in food products are regulated by the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which can make inspections at any time.
If you're the owner and operator of a cold storage facility, it's safe to say that you provide an invaluable service to the businesses that rely on your business owners, as well as the public at large. While you do your best to ensure that everything surrounding your business functions properly, there is always a chance that something unexpected could happen.
If unforeseen situations do arise, you are liable for the costs that are associated with them. To protect yourself from potential financial losses, investing in the right type of insurance coverage is an absolute must.
Why is cold storage insurance so important for the owners and operators of cold storage facilities? What type of insurance coverage do you need to carry? Read on to find the answers to these questions and more.
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Below are some answers to commonly asked graphic designers insurance questions:
- What Is Cold Storage Insurance?
- How Much Does Cold Storage Insurance Cost?
- Why Do Cold Storage Facilities Need Insurance?
- What Type Of Insurance Do Cold Storage Plants Need?
- What Does Cold Storage Insurance Cover & Pay For?
What Is Cold Storage Insurance?
Cold storage insurance is a type of insurance specifically designed for businesses that store perishable goods in a refrigerated or frozen environment. This type of insurance covers the loss or damage of goods stored in cold storage facilities due to a variety of causes, including power outages, equipment failure, and natural disasters.
Cold storage insurance is particularly important for businesses that rely heavily on the preservation of their goods, such as grocery stores, supermarkets, and food distributors. These businesses often have large amounts of inventory stored in cold storage facilities, and any loss or damage to these goods can result in significant financial losses.
The coverage provided by cold storage insurance can vary depending on the specific policy, but it typically includes protection against loss or damage caused by power outages, equipment failure, and natural disasters such as floods and fires. Some policies may also include coverage for loss or damage caused by theft or vandalism.
In addition to covering the cost of the lost or damaged goods, cold storage insurance can also provide coverage for related expenses, such as the cost of repairing or replacing damaged equipment, and the cost of hiring a refrigeration expert to assess the damage and make repairs.
Overall, cold storage insurance is an essential form of insurance for businesses that store perishable goods in a refrigerated or frozen environment. It provides protection against potential financial losses and helps to ensure that businesses can continue to operate smoothly and efficiently in the event of a loss or damage to their stored goods.
How Much Does Cold Storage Insurance Cost?
The average price of a standard $1,000,000/$2,000,000 General Liability Insurance policy for cold storage facilities ranges from $67 to $89 per month based on location, square footage, revenue, claims history and more.
Why Do Cold Storage Facilities Need Insurance?
Cold storage facilities need insurance to protect against potential losses or damages that may occur in the course of their operations. These facilities store perishable goods such as food and pharmaceutical products, which can be subject to damage from a variety of causes, such as power outages, equipment failure, fires, and natural disasters.
Cold storage insurance can provide financial protection for the facility and its owners in the event of such losses, helping to cover the cost of repairs or replacement of damaged goods. In addition, cold storage facilities may also be required by law to have certain types of insurance coverage in order to operate.
Moreover cold storage facilities also store lot of valuable items, including expensive equipment and large quantities of stock. It is important that these businesses have adequate insurance coverage to protect against the potential loss or damage of these assets. Without insurance, a single incident could result in significant financial losses for the facility and its owners.
In short, insurance can provide peace of mind and financial security for cold storage facility owners and operators, helping to protect against potential losses or damages that may occur in the course of their operations.
What Type Of Insurance Do Cold Storage Plants Need?
There are several types of cold storage insurance coverages that cold storage plants need to carry. The specific type of coverage depends on several factors that are unique to your specific business; where your facility is located, the size of your operation, the kind of goods you store, etc.
That's why it's so important to consult with an experienced agent who specializes in commercial insurance, as an agent will be able to help you develop a comprehensive policy that will provide you with the coverage that you need to properly protect your operation.
With that said, here's a look at some of the most essential forms of cold storage insurance that are needed:
- Commercial Property - This kind of coverage protects your commercial property and the contents within it from numerous perils, including acts of nature, theft, or vandalism.
- General Liability - To protect yourself from third-party personal injury and property damage liability, you'll need to carry general liability insurance, as it covers legal defense fees and any settlements that you may be required to pay in the event that someone files a lawsuit against you.
- Equipment Breakdown - In the event that any of the equipment you rely on to keep your cold storage facility operating breaks down, equipment breakdown insurance will help to cover the cost of repairing or replacing the equipment.
- Workers Compensation - If one of your employees suffers a work-related injury, workers' comp will help to cover the cost of their medical bills and will reimburse them for any income they lose if they are unable to work while they are recovering.
These policies types are just a few examples of the cold storage insurance coverage you should consider for your facility.
Cold Storages' Risks & Exposures
Premises liability exposure is generally limited due to the lack of public access. Customer access should be limited to waiting areas, which should be kept clean, dry and free of obstacles. Proper attention to housekeeping is needed to prevent trips, slips, and falls.
There should be a disaster plan in place for unexpected emergencies. Contracts with transportation and storage providers may expose the operation to additional liability.
The plant may have a railroad sidetrack or dock. An employee should verify that no one is in the path of an incoming or outgoing train. Railroad tracks and conveyors can be attractive nuisances. The premises should be enclosed by fencing with "No Trespassing" signs posted.
Environmental impairment exposure due to ammonia and other refrigerants can be high as an accidental release can pollute air, land, or water. All tanks and pipes should be routinely tested for leakage. Spill procedures must be in place to contain any accidental discharge of contaminants.
Record keeping is critical. Contracts should be in place to dispose of all environmentally dangerous chemicals. If there are underground storage tanks, a UST policy will be required.
Workers compensation exposure is very high. To avoid frostbite and hypothermia resulting from exposure to sub-zero temperatures, the length of time spent in refrigerated areas must be limited, and protective clothing required. Freezers should have emergency exits to prevent an employee from being trapped inside.
Ongoing noise from refrigeration fans and other machinery can impair hearing. Back injuries such as hernias, sprains, and strains can result from lifting. Workers should be trained in proper lifting techniques and have conveyances available. Continual standing can result in musculoskeletal disorders of the back, legs, or feet.
Forklift operators must be properly trained. Shelving must be stable to prevent stored goods from falling onto workers. Leaking ammonia is a serious health hazard that can lead to lung damage or even death. Protective breathing equipment must be available for cleaning up leaks.
Floor coverings or coatings may be slick and accumulate condensation, posing slip and fall hazards. Housekeeping is critical. When work is done on computers, employees are exposed to eyestrain, neck strain, and repetitive motion injuries including carpal tunnel syndrome.
Electrical shocks, cuts, and burns are hazards to repair or service employees. Cleaning workers can develop respiratory ailments or contact dermatitis from working with chemicals. If the warehouse has a dock for loading onto barges, it may need U.S. Longshore and Harbor Workers coverage in addition to workers compensation.
Property exposures are high. Ignition sources include extensive electrical wiring, refrigeration equipment, and heating and air conditioning systems. The combination of faulty or inadequate electrical wiring and equipment malfunctions, open construction, and large quantities of combustible materials can lead to a severe loss.
All wiring must be up to code and adequate for the operations performed. Equipment must be inspected and maintained on a continuing basis. Ammonia leaks could cause an explosion. Detection and alarm systems should be in place.
Ammonia pipes should run outside the building to prevent accidental collision with forklifts inside the building and have impact barriers around them to prevent contact with vehicles. Emergency shut-off valves must be in place, and exhaust systems available to allow venting in the case of a leak.
Good housekeeping and fire controls are critical. Smoking should be prohibited.
If there is a sprinkler system, heads must be located high enough to avoid accidental contact with forklifts, but with enough clear space from storage facilities to allow unobstructed operation in the event of a fire.
Forklifts should be refueled in a separate, ventilated area away from combustibles. Stored products may be a target for thieves. Appropriate security controls must be taken including physical barriers to prevent entrance to the premises after hours and an alarm system that reports directly to a central station or the police department.
Business income and extra expense exposures are high. Recovering from a loss could require a lengthy time to rebuild the facility and purchase replacement refrigeration equipment.
Equipment breakdown exposures are high as temperatures for refrigeration equipment must remain constant. All equipment must be inspected and maintained on a regular basis. Back-up generators should be available.
Inland marine exposures include accounts receivable if the warehouse bills customers, computers for tracking inventory, contractors' equipment, valuable papers and records for customers' and suppliers' information, and warehouse operators' legal liability.
Contractors' equipment includes forklifts, cherry pickers, and hand trucks used for moving stored items. Warehouse operators' legal liability will depend on the contract between the facility and its customers, which should spell out who is responsible for damage to stored goods.
Additional coverage for spoilage and ammonia contamination should be considered as even a small power interruption could result in all frozen goods being condemned as unfit for consumption or sale. Duplicates must be kept of all data to permit easy replication in the event of a loss. Goods in transit coverage will be needed if the operation includes pickup and delivery of customers' goods.
Crime exposure is from employee dishonesty. Pre-employment background checks, including criminal history, should be performed on all employees handling money. Cold storage operations involve a number of transactions and accounts that can be manipulated. Loading docks should be supervised to minimize employee theft of goods. There must be a separation of duties between employees handling deposits and disbursements and reconciling bank statements. Regular audits, both internal and external, are important in order to prevent employee theft of accounts. Receipts must be provided for all payments and compared to money received.
Commercial auto exposure can be high if pickup or delivery services are provided. All drivers must be well trained and have valid licenses for the type of vehicle being driven. MVRs must be run on a regular basis.
Random drug and alcohol testing should be required. Vehicles must be well maintained, including refrigeration systems, with records kept at a central location.
What Does Cold Storage Insurance Cover & Pay For?
Cold storage facilities may be sued for a variety of reasons, including but not limited to:
Spoilage or Contamination: Cold storage facilities are responsible for maintaining a certain temperature and environment to prevent spoilage or contamination of stored goods. If there is a failure in equipment, power outage or any other incident that causes damage to the stored goods, the facility may be held liable for damages.
Insurance protection: Commercial Property Insurance or Business Owner's Policy (BOP) can cover property damage or loss, including damage to stored goods. Additionally, Product Liability Insurance can help cover the costs associated with a lawsuit resulting from contaminated or spoiled goods.
Employee Injuries: Cold storage facilities often have workers handling heavy machinery and working in sub-zero temperatures, increasing the risk of injuries. Insurance protection: Workers' Compensation Insurance can cover the medical expenses and lost wages of employees who are injured on the job. This insurance can also protect the cold storage facility from lawsuits by employees who are injured on the job.
Customer or Third-Party Claims: Customers or third parties may sue cold storage facilities for a variety of reasons, such as slip and fall accidents, property damage, or breach of contract.
Insurance protection: General Liability Insurance can help cover the costs associated with a lawsuit from a customer or third party, including legal fees, settlements, and judgments. Professional Liability Insurance, also known as Errors and Omissions (E&O) Insurance, can help cover the costs of claims related to professional services provided by the facility, such as incorrect temperature monitoring or improper storage.
Cybersecurity Breaches: Cold storage facilities rely heavily on technology and online systems to manage inventory and other operations. A data breach or cyber attack can cause significant damage to the facility and its customers.
Insurance protection: Cyber Liability Insurance can help cover the costs associated with a cyber attack, such as notifying customers, providing credit monitoring, and hiring a public relations firm to manage reputation damage. This insurance can also cover legal fees and settlements associated with a lawsuit resulting from a cyber attack.
In conclusion, insurance can provide protection to cold storage facilities from various risks and liabilities. By having the right insurance coverage, the facility can avoid significant financial losses associated with lawsuits and other legal claims.
Commercial Insurance And Business Industry Classification
- SIC CODE: 4222 Refrigerated Warehousing And Storage
- NAICS CODE: 493120 Refrigerated Warehousing and Storage
- Suggested Workers Compensation Code(s): 8291 Warehousing - Cold Storage, 8031 Store - Meat, Fish or Poultry - Retail, 7380 Drivers, Chauffeurs, Messengers, and Their Helpers NOC - Commercial
Description for 4222: Refrigerated Warehousing And Storage
Division E: Transportation, Communications, Electric, Gas, And Sanitary Services | Major Group 42: Motor Freight Transportation And Warehousing | Industry Group 422: Public Warehousing And Storage
4222 Refrigerated Warehousing And Storage: Establishments primarily engaged in the warehousing and storage of perishable goods under refrigeration. The establishments may also rent locker space for the storage of food products for individual households and provide incidental services for processing, preparing, or packaging such food for storage. Establishments primarily selling frozen foods for home freezers (freezer and locker meat provisioners) are classified in Retail Trade, Industry 5421.
- Cheese warehouses
- Cold storage locker rental
- Food lockers, rental
- Frozen food locker rental
- Storage, frozen or refrigerated goods
- Warehousing, cold storage or refrigerated
Cold Storage Insurance - The Bottom Line
To find out more about the specific kinds of cold storage insurance policies you'll need, how much coverage your plant needs - speak with an experienced insurance agent who understands the cold storage business.
Additional Resources For Warehouse And Storage Insurance
Learn about small business warehouse and storage insurance - which protects storage and warehouse facilities and protects their inventory from property damage from fire and weather, vandalism and theft and liability coverage as well.
The warehouse and storage industry is a crucial part of the supply chain for many businesses. Warehouses and storage facilities house valuable goods and products that need to be protected from various risks such as fires, natural disasters, and theft. These risks can lead to significant financial losses for businesses if they are not adequately insured.
Commercial insurance in the warehouse and storage industry helps to cover the cost of damages or losses to stored goods due to unforeseen events. This can include coverage for damages caused by fires, storms, and other natural disasters, as well as theft and vandalism. Without business insurance, businesses could be left to cover the cost of these damages out of pocket, which can be financially devastating.
In addition to covering physical damages, warehouse and storage insurance can also provide liability coverage. This can protect businesses from legal action if someone is injured on the premises or if damage is caused to a third party's property.
Overall, the warehouse and storage industry needs commercial insurance to protect against financial losses and legal liabilities that can arise due to unforeseen events. Without insurance, businesses in this industry would be at a much higher risk for financial ruin.
Minimum recommended small business insurance coverage: Building, Business Personal Property, Business Income and Extra Expense, Accounts Receivables, Computers, Contractors' Equipment, Valuable Papers and Records, Warehouse Operators' Legal Liability, General Liability, Employee Benefits, Umbrella, Hired and Non-Owned Auto and Workers Compensation
Other commercial insurance policies to consider: Earthquake, Equipment Breakdown, Flood, Goods in Transit, Cyberliability, Employment-related Practices, Environmental Impairment, Business Automobile Liability and Physical Damage, Stop Gap Liability and U.S. Longshore and Harbor Workers Coverage


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Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Kathleen Theoharides
Judith Judson, Commissioner, Mass Dept of Energy Resources
Massachusetts Labor and Workforce Development Secretary Rosalin Acosta
Stephen Pike, CEO of Massachusetts CEC
Larry Culp, Chairman and CEO, GE - H. Lawrence Culp, Jr.
Claus Moller, COO, Orsted North America
Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito
John Lavelle, CEO GE Renewable Energy Offshore Wind
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GE Renewable Energy is a $15 billion business which combines one of the broadest portfolios in the renewable energy industry to provide end-to-end solutions for our customers demanding reliable and affordable green power. Combining onshore and offshore wind, blades, hydro, storage, utility-scale solar, and grid solutions as well as hybrid renewables and digital services offerings, GE Renewable Energy has installed more than 400+ gigawatts of clean renewable energy and equipped more than 90 percent of utilities worldwide with its grid solutions. With nearly 40,000 employees present in more than 80 countries, GE Renewable Energy creates value for customers seeking to power the world with affordable, reliable and sustainable green electrons.
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The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) is dedicated to growing the state's clean energy economy while helping to meet the Commonwealth's clean energy, climate and economic development goals. Since its inception in 2009, MassCEC has helped clean energy companies grow, supported municipal clean energy projects, and invested in residential and commercial renewable energy installations creating a robust marketplace for innovative clean technology companies and service providers. MassCEC constructed and operates the Wind Technology Testing Center and the New Bedford Marine Commerce Terminal. Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Kathleen Theoharides chairs MassCEC's board of directors.
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Voices that were once kept at the fringes of the Classics have begun to claim a role at the heart of the discipline, particularly through the lens of Classical Reception. Yet antiquity is still appropriated to justify nationalism, misogyny and homophobia. How can we negotiate this crisis of representation surrounding the Classics?
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