The task specification of the Data Mining Cup 2002 consisted in the analysis of anonymized customer data. Based on given data, a forecasting model to optimize a direct mailing action should be created. From April 2, 2002, the task specification was handed out to the registered participants via e-mail.

Deadline for handing-in the results was May 6, 2002.

Subsequently, the handed-in results were evaluated by an expert jury. The most successful participants will be awarded during the Data Mining User Event Days 2002.