Brand Activations
What Makes a Sampling Campaign Actually Drive Trial
April 10, 2026 · NowPromotions Editorial
The location and traffic pattern of a sampling activation matters more than the sample size or the script.
Pair every sample with a single, simple call to action -- a scannable code, a nearby retail endcap, a follow-on offer.
Track redemption, not just distribution. Samples handed out is a vanity metric; samples that convert is the one that matters.
