The time is NOW for brands to rethink their media mix to move more investment to America's #1 reach,
high-return medium.

1 - A Laser Focus on Strength

Rethink the media mix: Move more ad investment to America's #1 reach, high return medium.

2 - Every Minute Matters

Every second, every minute matters. More listeners counted, which means more impressions gained, which will drive even more impact for brands.

3 - Radio Is Held to the Strictest Standards

Measurement for radio delivers a real and engaged audience.

4 - A Positive Shift in Measurement

A NEW listening qualifier. Nielsen will be revising PPM measurement to a 3-minute window.

5 - The Umbrella Effect

A positive change in measurement benefits the entire radio ecosystem.

6 - The Road to Modernization

An impact timeline of the shift in measurement in PPM-only markets.

7 - Projected Outcomes and Opportunities

More impressions among radio's audiences will drive better outcomes for brands throughout the marketing funnel.

8 - Developing the Plan

Get ready for impact. Here's how to prepare.

9 - Explain the Shift

A presentation to share with brands and agencies.

 
10 - Share the News

Download these social media tiles and share them in your posts to spread the word to the ad community.

One Voice Webinars

These webinars will help you better understand Nielsen's new "3-minute Qualifier" and how you can use it to promote your stations.

Coming Next:

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Insight to Opportunity
Coming Mar. 26, 2025

Analyses of Nielsen's January survey data, highlighting opportunities it brings to both programming and sales.

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The Ad Community Perspective
Recorded Feb. 27, 2025

What the Nielsen Measurement Modernization Means to the Buy Side.

One Voice: Better Together in 2025
Recorded Jan. 29, 2025)

A Unified Approach to Nielsen's Measurement Modernization.

Resources from Nielsen

RAB is providing resources produced by Nielsen to help inform broadcasters of what's ahead. For additional assistance and information, please contact Nielsen at ppm3minquestions@nielsen.com.

3-Minute Qualifier

Mike Hulvey, President & CEO of RAB, discusses the measurement change in Nielsen's PPM markets with Rich Tunkel, managing director of Nielsen Audio
Modernizing PPM Audio Measurement

A comprehensive guide to the 3-minute qualifier and resources for the buy/sell process.

3-Minute Listening Qualifier FAQs

Answers to your questions about the transition to the 3-minute qualifier in PPM markets.

Terminology and Definitions

Need help with terms and definitions? Key terminology and definitions for PPM estimates.

3-Minute Qualifier Impact Data Overview
(Sept 2024)

Insights into the expected changes of moving from the 5-minute to 3-minute PPM qualifier.

List of Fall 2024 Nielsen Radio Markets
Nielsen

Nielsen's Radio Market Survey Populations, Rankings & Information.