Revenue recognition and transformation of Sweets

Transformed Sweets print catalog business into bundled print and online service



• Subscription revenue recognized over life of contract period rather than in December when standalone print product was delivered

Impact on 4Q 2006

• Reduced revenue by $23.8 million
• Reduced operating profit by $21.1 million, or $0.04 per share

Benefits in 2007

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