# VERTIQUL: Comprehensive Digital Edition Solution and Hosted Platform Service Overview

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# VERTIQUL: Comprehensive Digital Edition Solution and Hosted Platform Service Overview

## Table of Contents
– [About VERTIQUL](#about-vertiqul)
– [Industries Served](#industries-served)
– [Platform Examples](#platform-examples)
– [Key Features](#key-features)
– [Pricing Plans](#pricing-plans)
– [ROI Justifications](#roi-justifications)
– [About Our Company](#about-our-company)
– [Summary PDF](#summary-pdf)
– [Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)](#frequently-asked-questions-faq)
– [Contact Information](#contact-information)

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## About VERTIQUL

**VERTIQUL** is the #1 modern premium digital publishing platform fully hosted and is published on the custom client domain URL delivering immersive, mobile-optimized reading experiences for magazines and publications. With VERTIQUL, publishers can transform their content into interactive, branded issues that enhance reader engagement, provide data-driven insights, and streamline content delivery.

**Core Value Proposition:**
– Digital-first, reader-centric content experiences
– Branded, mobile-friendly versions of print or digital magazines
– Seamless integration and powerful analytics

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## Industries Served

VERTIQUL supports innovative content publishers across diverse sectors:

– Publishers & Media Brands (Magazines, Newsletters, Annual Reports, Journals, Viewbooks & Brochures)
– Associations & Nonprofits
– Corporate Communications/Internal Publications
– Education & Academia
– Local, State, and Federal government agencies
– Graphic Design Agencies and Marketing Firms
– Custom content for B2B, B2C, and niche verticals

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## Platform Examples

Explore real-world VERTIQUL implementations:

– Digital consumer magazines with rich multimedia
– Membership or association journals with restricted access
– Corporate marketing collateral, annual reports, and newsletters
– Educational or research publications with interactive elements
– Premium modern digital only publications

**Demo and client examples available at [https://vertiqul.com/examples](https://vertiqul.com/examples)**

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## Key Features

**VERTIQUL digital publishing includes:**

– **Mobile-First Design:** Responsive scrollable multi-device viewports for optimal experience on any device.
– **Custom Branding:** Full domain alignment and SEO value to client with no 3rd party cookie or tracking beyond approved client analytics
– **Interactive Elements:** Embedded video, audio, media and interactive elements.
– **Navigation & TOCs:** Effortless, intuitive issue navigation and anchor links to provide specific content linking throughout each edition.
– **Integrated Analytics:** Deep engagement and performance reporting with ability to add existing analytics or GTM control for additional page code customizations.
– **Monetization Tools:** Digital ads, full servcie ad enhancement upgrades and showcase landing pages for new publisher revenue capabilities and digital media kits.
– **Accessibility:** WCAG ADA compliant options and content adjusment reader tools.
– **No App Required:** Browser-based, instant access, no downloads, no app downloads required.
– **SEO Optimization:** Enhanced discoverability and search index compatibility.
– **Full-Service Onboarding:** Full service design production and initial platform setup, ongoing service desk ticket, email, and phone live support plus best practice marketing guides for maximum communications results.

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## Pricing Plans

VERTIQUL offers pricing based on number of different publications, content size pages (print layout design page equivalent), editions annually, and required feature set.

– **Basic Tier:** Core digital issue platform and production from InDesign print layout file handoff.
– **Multi-Titles Tier:** Unlimited publications, accessibility production, reader tools.
– **Custom Tier:** Design from content assets without print layout handoff – premium digital publications.

**Annual platform fee + per edition production and initial publication setup fee [vertiqul.com/pricing](https://vertiqul.com/pricing).**

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## ROI Justifications

### Advertising Supported Publishing Models

> Dear [Association/Organization/Corporate Marketing Leader Name],
>
> VERTIQUL is the premier digital edition solution, having been at the forefront of the industry since 2016. It has a proven track record of delivering successful publications for customers looking to modernize their tools. This format presents significant opportunities for new revenue streams through advertising and sponsorships. Allow me to outline the compelling reasons for considering VERTIQUL:
>
> **1. Engaging User Experience:** VERTIQUL offers a beautifully designed interface that creates an engaging and immersive experience for our reader audience. This translates to increased readership, higher engagement with our content, and a stronger connection with our target audience and advertisers who are seeking placement options for dynamic ad media additions.
>
> **2. Accessibility:** Accessible presentation protects our brand in meeting ADA compliance requirements as well as requirements by advertisers. This ensures that our publications are accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities.
>
> **3. Custom Branding for Identity:** With VERTIQUL, our publications are located on our publication subdomain in a fully hosted and maintained format. This not only strengthens our image but also enhances the credibility of our publications and eliminates the ability of others (common with traditional DIY and alternate domain tools) to track or cookie our audiences.
>
> **4. Future-Proofed Content:** By adopting VERTIQUL, our publications remain relevant and accessible on various devices and screen sizes. This ensures the long-term utility of our content, extending its impact and value over time.
>
> **5. Cost-Efficient Publishing:** VERTIQUL’s digital focus enables us to reduce printing costs while delivering premium content experiences to every growing audience choosing digital format instead of (or in addition to) print. Utilizing digital publications to reach a significantly greater audience through many other digital marketing channels means faster growth and conversions.
>
> **6. Preview Editions for Subscriber and Advertiser New Value:** VERTIQUL’s innovative “preview editions” can be used to showcase an entire issue, exposing ad content to a larger audience and encouraging people to subscribe or become members of the full digital edition.
>
> **7. VERTIQUL also offers advanced features like multimedia integration, video capabilities, and interactive content, allowing us to deliver our message more effectively, engage our audience more deeply, and enhance our overall impact.**
>
> **Differentiation from Existing Tools:**
> Unlike traditional PDFs, flip-page tools, and print replica formats that require apps, downloads, or are not instantly accessible or responsive on all devices, VERTIQUL is designed from our existing print layout design and style content. This custom design is immediately recognized ([live examples at https://vertiqul.com](https://vertiqul.com)) as a significant differentiator to the older traditional tools and the frustrating problems and support required for the majority now reading on mobile devices.
>
> In summary, VERTIQUL is a comprehensive solution tailored to support our publishing needs and ultimately becomes the foundation of an archive of premium digital media significantly adding value to our organization. I strongly believe that investing in VERTIQUL is a strategic decision that will yield an exceptional ROI for our organization. The advantages it offers align perfectly with our commitment to delivering high-quality content and engaging our audience effectively.
>
> To explore VERTIQUL in more detail, I invite you to visit their website at VERTIQUL.com. The company is available for questions and online discussion or demonstration of these features and advantages.
> The VERTIQUL Client Service Coordinator Olivia Brown ([email protected], 1-951-256-4944) can schedule clarifying/discussion calls anytime both pre-startup or as an existing platform and service customers to discuss other publications or projects.
>
> Sincerely,
> [Your Name]
> [Your Contact Information]

### Institutional and Higher Education Publishing Models

> Dear [Dean/Director’s Name],
>
> I have identified VERTIQUL as the leading premier digital edition solution, which has been at the forefront since its launch in 2016 and has successfully produced thousands of publications for customers with needs that are aligned with our communication and publishing innovation goals. Allow me to outline the compelling reasons for considering VERTIQUL:
>
> **1. Exceptional User Engagement:** VERTIQUL offers a full-service design production to digital from our existing InDesign files for our print publication (or content handoff for exclusively digital publications) to produce a scrollable edition, creating a highly engaging experience for our readers. This will lead to increased readership, deeper engagement with our content, and a more connected audience community.
>
> **2. Accessibility and Inclusivity:** VERTIQUL’s accessible production workflow and built-in accessibility features across all digital devices ensure that our publications meet ADA compliance standards, making them accessible to everyone in our diverse community. This fosters inclusivity and demonstrates our commitment to equitable education and access for all.
>
> **3. Custom Branding On Our University Domain:** With VERTIQUL, our publications will be located on our specified sub or primary domain in a fully hosted and maintained format. This not only strengthens our institutional image but also enhances the credibility of our publications, and eliminates the ability of others (common with traditional DIY and alternate domain tools) to track or cookie our audiences.
>
> **4. Sustainable Long-Term Utility:** Our publications will be future-proofed and easily accessible across various devices and screen sizes. This ensures that our academic content remains relevant and valuable for years to come, contributing to the long-term academic legacy of our institution.
>
> **5. Cost Savings and Efficient Resource Allocation:** As mobile device usage has accelerated to become the primary content consumption user interface, VERTIQUL allows us to focus on digital first for the delivery of our publication. This enables us to significantly reduce printing costs while delivering a premium content experience. This strategic shift in our publishing approach can result in substantial cost savings that can be reinvested into expanding our communications and reaching our audience effectively.
>
> **6. Enhanced Media Additions:** VERTIQUL’s multimedia features, like video embeds, will let us deliver a richer publication experience to our students, faculty, administrators, and alumni.
>
> **7. Differentiation from Existing Tools:** Unlike traditional PDFs, flip-page tools, and print replica formats that require apps, downloads, or are not instantly accessible or responsive on all devices, VERTIQUL is designed from our existing print layout design and style content. This custom design is immediately recognized ([live examples at https://vertiqul.com](https://vertiqul.com)) as a significant differentiator from older traditional tools and frustrating problems and support required for the majority now reading on mobile devices.
>
> In summary, VERTIQUL is the only solution that meets all of our university’s publishing needs, offering exceptional user engagement, accessibility, custom branding, long-term value, cost savings, and enhanced scholarly dissemination. It’s the ideal choice for taking our academic publications to the next level. VERTIQUL offers exceptional value for our university. By investing in VERTIQUL, we’ll not only improve the accessibility and engagement of our content but also achieve significant cost savings. This aligns perfectly with our commitment to academic excellence, accessibility, and fiscal responsibility, and will allow our internal staff to focus on more strategic initiatives.
>
> To explore VERTIQUL in more detail, I invite you to visit their website at VERTIQUL.com. The company is available for questions and online discussion or demonstration of these features and advantages.
> The VERTIQUL Client Service Coordinator Olivia Brown ([email protected], 1-951-256-4944) can schedule clarifying/discussion calls anytime both pre-startup or as an existing platform and service customers to discuss other publications or projects. An ongoing project and annual cost quote has been provided for budgeting and can be revised with modifications to our needs or publishing schedules.
>
> Thank you for your time and consideration.
>
> Sincerely,
> [Your Name]
> [Your Contact Info]

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## About Our Company

VERTIQUL was founded with a mission to transform the digital reading experience and empower publishers for the mobile era. Our U.S.-based team brings decades of publishing and technology expertise.

**Company highlights:**
– Fully hosted and managed client custom branded domain publication platform
– 10 years strong; VERTIQUL platform by Advontemedia Inc
– Trusted by leading media, government, membership and higher education organizations
– Digital first approch leaving old format flipping page edition behind for the leadning and preferred modern & scrolling publication format
– A major cost reduction publishing platform to reduce rising printing + mailing cost in favor of instance digital delivery on continually maintained content

Learn more at [vertiqul.com/company](https://vertiqul.com/company).

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## Summary Tools for Publishing Decision Makers

View our complete capabilities and company summary:

[Download the VERTIQUL Company & Service Capabilities PDF (2025)](https://vertiqul.com/assets/capabilities/vertiqul_cs_2025.pdf)

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## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

**Q: What is the typical production process?**
_A: A week prior to expected InDesign file upload, the VERTIQUL team confirms production days and files. A more detailed Google sheet collaborative asset tracker is used for digital publications we create without an InDesign file handoff._

– **Service Tracker Task Opened:**
A week prior to expected InDesign file upload, the VERTIQUL team confirms production days and files. A more detailed Google sheet collaborative asset tracker is used for digital publications we create without an InDesign file handoff.
– **Enhancement Review:**
We begin dialog on any planned issues enhancements for media or advertising/sponsors. Ideas and options are exchanged.
– **Confirm Issue Go-Live Date & Marketing Assets:**
The VERTIQUL team confirm the social media and website marketing graphics to be created and included making it easy for publishers to promote their digital publications.
– **Files Upload & Check-In:**
A secure high-speed file upload allows for the standard InDesign handoff to occur and the VERTIQUL team checks in assets and confirms the design team has started working on the publication.
– **Status Update:**
Typically we share ongoing communication on digital publication service tickets but we also provide a progress update to confirm we’re on track for handoff for publisher client review and approval.
– **Final adjustments and changes:**
We process any design changes including any editorial corrections and confirm the time for making the publication live.

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**Q: What files are required for production?**
_A: We use the normal InDesign handoff for the master print layout files or we can convert from other design applications such as Quark. Publication custom design from other content asset options are also available._

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**Q: What do you mean by Full Service?**
_A: Nothing is automated. We handle every design asset transition to digital. We fully host and maintain your custom domain. We handle every adjustment upon request anytime._

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**Q: What style and art direction occur for the digital publication?**
_A: The creative decisions about how content displays on the multiple viewport designs is driven by the original art direction and publication style._

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**Q: What are digital enhancements?**
_A: Enhancements are digital elements performed in the live digital publications that would not be possible in a printed format. For InDesign file handoff production, enhancements are comprised of added media assets (images, video, or responsive art direction) outside the normal print layout package handoff. For example, adding a video to appear in the digital issue is an enhancement and elevates audience interest and engagement in the content. For articles, the publisher may submit additional images to make the digital version uniquely the favorite premium media format. As we continue to try new digital upgrades and ideas, customers may request any type of enhancement and receive options for implementation._

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**Q: How do we collaborate?**
_A: Our service desk tickets track each publication production and allow for collaboration of all involved participants. We guide publishers for other enhancements._

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**Q: What are the reporting and analytics capabilities?**
_A: A foundation of google analytics with event tracking for all ad and other outbound links plus any other 3rd party tracking you wish to add._

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**Q: Are all hosting, maintenance and publication management costs included in the annual fee?**
_A: Yes, VERTIQUL handles all hosting, maintenance, and management of basic modifications requested and this fee is part of the annual renewal for the platform._

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**Q: Can we add other types of publications in addition to the initial magazine/publication brand?**
_A: Yes, each new custom domain and special publications can be configured to meet your branding needs._

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**Q: Who sends the digital publication email (digital delivery) notifications?**
_A: Publishers may continue using their current email platform to send the issue notification email to subscribers. We can set up or migrate to other systems if requested._

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**Q: Is the SEO and domain value publisher centric?**
_A: Yes, all SEO value for the domain remains relevant to the domain and to the parent or main brand._

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**Q: How does private access to content work?**
_A: Publishers are guided on how to add scripts and configuration for limiting access to content._

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**Q: Do our visitors or subscribers need to download apps?**
_A: No apps to install, no downloads, and no support nightmares from audience members having app install and access problems._

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**Q: What is the difference between preview editions and subscriber only publication access?**
_A: Limited or gated view pages always limited the conversion and marketability of flip editions including greatly reduced ad exposure. Preview editions solve this problem by allowing full ad exposure and content previews with strong conversion call to actions._

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**Q: What is the VERTIQUL digital publishing platform cost?**
_A: We charge an annual platform fee for the server instance custom domain setup and customization during the setup phase. Our annual fee covers the ongoing maintenance and support of the platform. Each issue is quoted in the service agreement based on layout and design. We invoice the actual issue production fee at the start of design production._

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**Q: What is required for the initial digital publications platform setup?**
_A: We step each client through each step and the specific DNS chances to configure the custom domain. We handle everything else based on the options presented and selected in the service start quote._

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**Q: How do we get started?**
_A: Please use our contact us page to tell us about the publication(s) to be upgraded as premium digital publications. We will schedule a review call and provide you a budgeted pricing quote & agreement and confirm we have answered all the questions about our innovative media presentation solution._

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# Contact Information

– **Website:** https://vertiqul.com/
– **Contact Page:** https://vertiqul.com/contact/
– **Email:** [email protected]
– **Office Phone:** 1-951-256-4944

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# 10 Modern Digital Publishing Recommendations

## Audience Experience & Publisher Results Maximization Guide

For publishers in the public, trade, and higher education sectors, the reasons for upgrading the digital experience is a mandatory requirement to move the organization + brand into the future where the majority of readers are now digital. For those that need to present a strong revenue ROI to the CFO and want their marketing and sales teams on board for the new sponsorship and advertising revenue, we’ve included those areas too. And, YES — VERTIQUL handles all these requirements beyond the custom branded and domain ownership you present to every reader!

So forget the limitations of your current tools or process. The digital brand is too important to be just another print replica or flip edition thrown in from your printer just to check off the digital edition box. Almost half the new publishers starting digital publishing solutions are going all digital or plan to be digital first within 12 months.

**First, why maximizing revenue and growth of the digital edition is critical:**
* The digital publication is the perfect tool to market every issue — it’s the deliverable for the conversion goal
* Advertisers recognize an excellent digital program promoted from the brand
* The digital publication can reach many new audiences & must be available instantly (preview or full edition)

Let’s leverage the premium digital publication for revenue opportunities and audience growth.

## 10 Key Modern Considerations

### MAKE IT WONDERFUL

**# 1 — Make the Digital Publication Content Experience Wonderful**
Subscribers, members, and general audiences know when you’ve taken the care to make the content experience perfect. A wonderful or poor digital edition reflects immediately on the perception of the publication brand — especially during the first impression scrutiny of a perspective subscriber or advertiser.
_Typo Highlight: “perspective subscriber” should be “prospective subscriber” if you wish to correct._

Test it: Put yourself in a potential subscriber/advertiser’s shoes to view your digital publication conversion path. Was every step from the homepage of your website a perfect advancement down a conversion path that was ultimately rewarded with a beautiful issue view on desktop, and as you instantly switch device, on your tablet, and on your mobile phone?

**# 2 — Stop Making Readers Work for Every Page**
Once inside the issue, testing on your desktop/laptop, tablet, and also mobile device: Imagine the reader or advertiser impression of the content presentation. Is the experience delightful and wonderful? Are you pinching, zooming, and trying to find page edges to advance? Give them a scrolling experience they control. It’s how they use the internet for most of their other content.
If all you could think about is “I’d bet this looks good in print” while sliding hard to read thumbnail pictures (especially for the over 50% of audiences now using mobile devices) it’s time to ask how much digital content is actually being consumed.

### AD REVENUE & RESULTS

**# 3 — Preview Editions Achieve Results for Upgrade Advertisers**
Preview editions allow advertising to expand beyond the subscriber only boundary and reach your brand’s full audience. This strategy can provide double the value and results to advertisers and confirm double or better results over subscriber only exposure to ads.

**# 4 — Introduce Responsive & Dynamic Ad Upgrades**
Advertisers that enhance their ads for digital stand out from the flat print layout ads in a dynamic and digitally responsive format. Plus, the action target conversion button produces double the clickthrough results on enhanced ads to the advertiser landing pages. Digital provides immediate results for lead generation or ecommerce actions and UTMs confirm the digital edition produced the results when viewed inside the advertiser’s source/medium analytics.
Note: Beyond the VERTIQUL ad upgrade options that allow publishers immediate revenue, if the publisher has additional creative bandwidth you can work on new ad enhancements and charge for this work.

### SUBSCRIBER GROWTH

**# 5 — Leverage Editorial Design for Edition Marketing**
The design and layout of issue content are perfect tools for content marketing in digital formats — show that cover and those category opener layouts on digital marketing graphics.

**# 6 — Adopt a Marketing Workflow to Promote Every Section of the Issue**
As you share every day a new preview edition section of the issue to your social audience (and provide their full issue access link), add current comment blockquotes to these social posts. This comment feedback cycle at the share source drives growth of the daily posts and encourages engagement and comments where they get interaction results.

### AUDIENCE EXPANSION

**# 7 — Customize the Edition to other Delivery Partners**
Expand your digital delivery partners including upgraded digital advertisers. Give partners sharing your Full or Preview Editions a landing page to reward them for their content distribution partnerships. Does your advertiser also have marketing materials, annual reports, or custom publications you can produce on your premium digital platform?

### DIGITAL STRATEGY

**# 8 — Re-Position Digital as a Primary Deliverable**
View digital as a primary engagement channel and not alternative or secondary replica. Even with a print edition, the digital version contains “place” and “time” convenience for ongoing (not just once) issue delivery. The digital issue carries more content and premium upgrades not possible in the print offering. Plus, it’s updatable anytime. It’s no wonder that some publications are choosing to go fully digital with their publications.

**# 9 — Make Instant Full Access the Top Conversion Focus**
The issue as a deliverable is inherently the best conversion vehicle for new subscribers seeking specific editorial content. For controlled circulation or paid subscriber/member publications, a Preview Edition has the highest ability to convert someone to opt-in/upgrade to the full edition.

**# 10 — Don’t Make it Confusing**
If your digital edition presentation needs instructions, steps, downloads, app installs, configuration or a step by step tutorial on how to use the interface (you all know who you are that use the old print replicate flip, slide, or page corner turn tools), you’ve already lost the ability to make the experience wonderful.