john316 - 1:16 pm on Mar 1, 2002 (gmt 0)

I am agreed with Mike_Mackin on this one. The world of business is still based on relationship. For me, the whole "faceless" affiliate ID bit has never been a part of the game plan.

It is easier to walk into Mr. widget manufacturers' office and cut a commission deal. Most brick and mortar folks already have a commissioned sales force, so the pitch is not that "far out".

I have a strong commissioned sales background, so it is a fairly easy proposal; "I sell it, you pay me commissions."

There really is nothing new under the sun.