directories are still important in SEO. though, directories takes time to get approve it still put some weight in SERP.
yes, directories will always have their place in building back links I submit every new site to as many as I can to get it started
Wow cool tips. I spend a lot of time submitting to directories and link exchange. But I read from some articles that link exchange is sometimes not good to seo. So i am considering spending more time in article writing.
Directory submissions is best way to get backlinks to your website but of course its takes little time to get quality backlinks.