How do I become a Nielsen SoundScan reporting store?
The store must have a Point of Sales (POS) Inventory System, as well as Internet access. Please visit the ‘Become A Nielsen Soundscan Retail Reporter’ section of this website for more information. • Who uses Nielsen SoundScan data? Nielsen SoundScan clients include all major and most independent record companies, distribution companies, artist managers, booking agents, concert promoters, venue owners, traditional retailers, online retailers and digital delivery companies. Since March 1, 1991, Billboard Magazine charts have been constructed directly from Nielsen SoundScan data. MTV, VH1, CMT and all major media regularly use Nielsen SoundScan data as well. • Who reports sales to Nielsen SoundScan and is there a list of reporting Retailers available? Nielsen SoundScan collects point-of-sales information from Retail, Mass Merchant, Independent Retail, Internet Retail sites, Venues, Mail Order and Digital Download providers. Due to confidentiality agreements with our information providers,
