The postal universe has been through a lot of challenges. Facing The Future Together was the central theme at the premier mailing and shipping conference, National Postal Forum in Phoenix Arizona May 15th - May 18th. SPC was excited to host our own booth where...
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A Breakdown of the USPS Price Increases, going into effect after 07/10/22
The anticipated postage price increases have been distributed by the USPS. SPC has the breakdown at a quick glance in this downloadable PDF. Reference this guide as you're planning future marketing mail campaigns that drop after 07/10/22....
THE PAPER MARKET UNFOLDED Q1 2022 (INCLUDING THE LATEST PRICE INCREASES)
2022-A Year of Uncertainty Uncertain is an appropriate word to describe Q1 2022. Although the pandemic appears to be winding down, the effects of it continue to be felt throughout the entire global economy. In the print and direct mail industry, marketers are...
Ask Randy: April 2022
Will you be attending the National Postal Forum in May and do you anticipate any breaking news? Yes, SPC has a booth at the event and I will be attending. The theme of the event is “Facing the Future Together.” I expect to see fresh new ideas for the mailing and...
Freshly Baked & Innovative Format Trends Zoom Recap
Freshly Baked and Innovative Format Showcase From what we’ve heard, all who attended our recent Zoom event we hosted with CADM, found a lot of value in the content. Thanks to all who joined us! If you missed it, here’s a brief recap. Ryan LeFebvre and Beckie O’Connor...
Ask Randy: March 2022
1. When will the next anticipated USPS postal increase happen? How will marketing mail of letters vs flats be affected by the increase? The next USPS postage rate increase is scheduled for July 2022. It is projected that the next postage rate increase will be between...
A Quick Look at the Power of Self-Mailers
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Unpacking Dimensional Weight (DIM) Shipping Rates
Avoid dimensional weight (DIM) rates when shipping products, samples, or marketing materials. DIM rates are not always well understood, so here’s what you need to know to help reduce shipping costs and increase your profit. What are DIM rates? Dimensional weight rates...
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