Become an Advertiser in the Conformity Assessment Digest (CAD), the magazine of the Conformity Assessment Society (CAS) dedicated to the global community of testing, inspection, certification, accreditation, and standards professionals.
- Publication window: 2 Issues per Year
- Booking deadline: open
- Materials due: open
- Issue themes: Conformity Assessment related
Why advertise in CAD?
- Precision audience. Reach decision‑makers across laboratories, certification bodies (17024/17065), inspection bodies (17020), accreditation bodies (17011), quality and regulatory leaders, scheme owners, and industry associations.
- High intent readership. CAD pairs practical guidance with editorial on standards, accreditation, scheme validation, market surveillance, and conformity assessment policies.
- Authority and credibility. Published by CAS (USA), with contributors from recognized international experts.
- Founding recognition. Early supporters receive a “Founding Advertiser” digital badge, priority placement in 2025 issues, and a listing in the CAS partner directory.
Audience & Reach
- Global circulation to CAS members and subscribers via email + web.
- Target readers: lab managers, quality managers, certification/inspection executives, accreditation assessors, standards developers, regulators, academics, and consultants.
- Channels: PDF magazine, web articles, social snippets, and webinar tie‑ins.
Ad Specs
All placements include inclusion in the PDF magazine and a linked listing on ca-society.com (issue landing page).
Print‑style PDF dimensions (portrait unless noted):
- Inside Front Cover (IFC) / Inside Back Cover (IBC) — Full page, 210 × 297 mm (A4) + 3 mm bleed; safe area 190 × 277 mm
- Full Page (Run of Book) — 210 × 297 mm (A4) + 3 mm bleed; safe area 190 × 277 mm
- Half Page (Horizontal) — 190 × 130 mm (no bleed)
- Quarter Page (Vertical) — 92 × 130 mm (no bleed)
- Web Feature Banner (issue landing page) — 1200 × 300 px (RGB, PNG/JPG)
File formats
- PDF/X‑1a or PDF/X‑4 for print pages; CMYK; 300 dpi; all fonts embedded; vectors preferred for logos.
- For web banners: PNG/JPG (RGB), 150–300 dpi; include destination URL.
- Provide a short 25‑word description and one URL for your listing.
Creative services (optional)
- CAS can assist with ad layout (simple typesetting, logo placement, and image optimization). Design request deadline: 22 September 2025.
Rates
Advertiser package — includes one print‑page placement + web feature banner + directory listing + badge.
Indicative rate card (USD)
- IFC/IBC Full Page: $1000
- Full Page (ROB): $500
- Half Page: $300
- Quarter Page: $200
- Web Feature Banner (standalone): $100/month
- Add‑ons: Sponsored article / webinar mention / newsletter insert: $250
Discounts (not cumulative)
- CAS Corporate Members: 50%
- Multi‑issue bookings (3+): 50%
- Non‑profits / academia / chapters: 50%
How to Book
- Email: secretary@ca-society.com with your chosen placement(s).
- CAS sends Invoice.
- You return creatives by the materials deadline.
- Proof supplied upon request for factual/URL checks.
Payment terms
Net 15 from invoice date. Payment by card or bank transfer. (Details in Invoice)
Contact
Conformity Assessment Society (CAS):
secretary@ca-society.com