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Are States allowed to make manual changes to the ALMIS Employer Database when an error is discovered in the database, i.e. phone number, address, etc.?
We recommend that States do not make manual changes to the ALMIS Employer Database. Changing a data element within the ALMIS Employer Database leads to questions such as how the changed database stays current; does the changed record require infoUSA attribution (on the non-changed elements) and how does a user know the difference? We therefore recommend that States who discover errors in the ALMIS Employer Database report those to infoUSA on the following email address: employer.database@infousa.com infoUSA would then take the change and process the change through their data compilation procedures (including telephone verification). It is then very likely the change will be reflected in their next update of the ALMIS Employer Database.
Date added 1/21/05
A number of different versions of the ALMIS Database structure document refer to ALMIS ABI Empdb file in relation to the Employer Database and to ABI Address Types. Is an ABI code included in the database? And, is it the same as the EIN?
Although there are references to ABI-specific variables in different versions of the ALMIS Database structure document, we found no reference to an ABI code. ABI refers to American Business Information, a trade name used by InfoUSA, the vendor for the ALMIS employer database. At one point, the employer database was also informally known as the ABI employer database. Most likely, a reference to an ABI code refers to the table's UNIQUEID variable. The value of this variable is assigned by InfoUSA and is the table's primary key variable. Since the contents are developed by the vendor, they have no relationships with identifiers developed by other entities, such as the EIN.
Date added 7/23/04
Can a "licensee" lose the privilege of using the ALMIS Employer Database?
Yes, by not complying with the requirements set forth in the License Agreement (Section 3, Grant of License) that each state and territory will sign. Non-compliance could also jeopardize the Master Contract.
Date added 5/07/04
Which State is entering into the contract with infoUSA and what is the length of the contract?
The State of Iowa and the Iowa Workforce Development have entered into this contract with infoUSA for a period of three (3) years with two possible one (1) year extensions.
Date added 5/07/04
When does the distribution under the new (Iowa) contract begin?
The first deliverable was sent about April 1, 2004 and was in the previous format you have received in the past. Each state should have received 3 sets of the CD-ROMs.
Date added 5/07/04
I heard that States will be able to order extra copies of the CD-ROMs for no cost. Is this true?
Yes, except for the first deliverable in April 2004. For this first deliverable, only those States which have purchased additional sets previously from infoUSA will be receiving the free CD-ROMs. In October 2004, all States will then have the opportunity to order additional copies of the CD-ROMs at no cost. Instructions on ordering these additional CD-ROMs will be provided later this summer.
Date added 5/07/04
Can I order no-cost CD-ROMs anytime during the year?
No-cost CD-ROMs will be ordered a month before each deliverable and shipped free of charge in April and October. CD-ROMs ordered at any other time will be shipped at the licensee's expense.
Date added 5/07/04
What are the "uses" valid for the ALMIS Employer Database?
The valid "uses" for which the users may use the database include career exploration, job search, job development, employment support services, labor market research (including, but not limited to licensees enhancement of existing employer name and address files) and related public workforce development system efforts. The database will be made available through a variety of means and media, including but not limited to standalone PC's, client-server systems and Internet systems. The output can be used to generate mailing lists used for these purposes.
Date added 5/07/04
Who can use the ALMIS Employer Database?
Users of the AlMIS Employer Database shall include: Individual job seekers, One Stop Career Centers, Workforce Development Boards, the public job service, public welfare agencies, State employment statistics agencies as defined under Section 309 of the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 and any successor legislation, all mandatory and option partners described under the Workforce Investment Act of 1998, Chapter 3, Section 121, (c)(2)(b) and any successor legislation, and other partner agencies; and the Employment and Training Administration of the United States Department of Labor. The ALMIS Employer Database must be used by only approved "users" and for only those approved "uses". Usage must meet both criteria.
Date added 5/07/04
How often will updates be sent?
After the April 1, 2004 delivery, the database will be updated and delivered at six month intervals.
Date added 5/07/04
What ALMIS Employer Database products will I receive?
infoUSA will distribute a minimum of three copies of the employer database and associated software to each eligible licensee. infoUSA will also provide one copy of the uncompressed database to each licensee in the record layout accepted by ALMIS and in ASCII delimited format.
Date added 5/07/04
Who are the "licensees" under this contract?
The "licensees" shall mean each of the fifty states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. territories of Puerto Rico, Guam, the Virgin Islands, and the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (ETA).
Date added 5/07/04
Who do I call if I have problems with the ALMIS Employer Database?
In the case of problems, infoUSA has furnished the following Phone Number: 800-555-5211 and Email: employer.database@infousa.com
Date added 5/07/04
Are there different levels of usage?
Yes, there are three specifically defined levels of customer access to the data. They are: primary recipient, intermediate user, and client/end user.
Date added 5/07/04
What are the limitations for the "end user" (an individual engaged in job search or, career exploration)?
End users may receive a display of single line records of which not more than 25 records can be viewed or printed at one time. End users may also print the data elements up to five records at a time and email one record at a time (per single print/email request). Such usage is for job search and career exploration.
Date added 5/07/04
What are the limitations for the "intermediate user" (local One Stop or other non-client user)?
After completing an initial search, Intermediate users may retrieve and display an unlimited number of single line records of which not more than 25 records can be viewed at one time. They can also print or download up to 50 records at a time per single print or download request. Usage is only for uses licensed by the contract.
Date added 5/07/04
What data elements are included in the ALMIS Employer Database?
The ALMIS Employer Database contains over 40 data elements including:
Employer Name Business Description
Mailing Address Employment Size Range
Telephone Number Private/Public Status
Contact Name Annual Sales Range
Industry Code (NAICS & SIC) Internet Address
Date added 5/07/04
Will the Employer Database extract require any manipulation by a DBA to populate the EmpDB table in ALMIS Database?
The EMPDB table in the ALMIS Database will need to be changed to reflect the data elements that will be received under this new contract. Once this is done, the Employer Database extract format has been designed so that the extract can be used to populate the EMPDB table without requiring any additions, deletions or other modifications.
Date added 5/07/04
Can I use the ALMIS Employer Database for a business marketing prospect list or economic development?
No, the license is not granted for these uses.
Date added 5/07/04
Can other private vendors link their websites to the ALMIS Employer Database?
No, a private vendor would not be an authorized user of the ALMIS Employer Database which is copyrighted licensed data.
Date added 5/07/04
Does infoUSA have to pre-approve a licensee's website application?
No, but infoUSA will review such an application if the licensee desires.
Date added 5/07/04
Do sub-contractors have to be approved?
infoUSA has preapproved Geographic Solutions, Inc., National Systems and Research Co., Employment Security Commission of North Carolina, and Xpand Corporation. infoUSA shall have the right to request removal of another contractor for good cause.
Date added 5/07/04
Who are the contacts from the State of Iowa for contract administration?
Project Manager is:
Daniel Brown
Phone: 515-281-5093
Fax: 515-281-8203
Email: daniel.brown@iwd.state.ia
Date added 5/07/04
Can customers have access to the ALMIS Employer Database in libraries?
Yes, for the approved uses only. Persons using the ALMIS Employer Database in public, college, or university libraries will have End User access only through the Internet.
Date added 5/07/04
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