Thomson Directories is a publisher of local directories based in Farnborough, Hampshire in the UK, including the Thomson Local. They are a subsidiary of Seat Pagine Gialle, and a competitor to the Yellow Pages. They are responsible for innovative features such as local guides and colour directory advertising. The company has recently acquired a new CEO, Andrew Hopson (CEO) Although best known for publishing the Thomson Local Directories, Thomson Directories also provide direct marketing solutions through a variety of online and new media products and services. The data is also licensed to a variety of businesses for use in their products and services. Business Strata [1] is the home of Thomson Directories B2B data products and services offering UK businesses a portfolio of simple, accessible direct marketing solutions for cost effective lead generation. All Business Strata products and services are powered by the Thomson Directories business database of over two million business listings and the accuracy of the data ensures Business Strata products give customers a highly successful return on their investment. Thomson Directories has offices all over the UK including, Birmingham, London, Manchester,
