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Move Update and Compliance Fundamentals
Learn more about the Factors that impact address quality for your mailings. Check out what impacts address quality. Download Move Update and Compliance Fundamentals (powerpoint).
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New Deputy Postmaster General Appointed
Capitol Hill staffer Ronald Stroman has been named as the new Deputy Postmaster General according to a press release issued by the USPS. His appointment marks the first time since 1971 the U.S. Postal Service has filled the No. 2 position from outside. Stroman will bring more than 30 years of professional experience in government, […]
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BMS Direct Achieves SAS70 Type II Certification
BMS Direct successfully completed a TYPE II examination and audit of its statement printing services in conformity with Auditing Standards No 70 (SAS 70) for Service Organizations.
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USPS Eases Intelligent Mail Barcode Requirement
On Jan 13, 2011 the Postmaster General made a surprise move to delay the mandatory deadline of May 2011 for implementation of the new Intelligent Mail Barcode.
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Intelligent Mail Barcode Required May 2011
May 2011 is the date set by the United States Postal Services requiring Intelligent Mail barcodes for automation discounts, business reply mail and confirm service.
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Simplified Addressing Changes Effective 01-02-11
New rules will help lower the costs for businesses by reducing mail prep time and eliminating the need to purchase address lists and on-press printing.
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PRC helps businesses stay competitive
The Affordable Mail Alliance, a coalition of postal customers including consumer groups, small businesses and insurance companies rally against proposed rate increase.
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Email or Direct Mail?
In comparing email to direct mail, the important numbers to compare are the number of responses (clicks) generated and the cost of each response.
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Informal Ruling: Increase in Postal Rates Likely
Postage rates are likely to increase about 1.7% in January as a result of a letter that the Postal Regulatory Commission’s chief lawyer issued today.
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10 Steps
Optimizing Invoice Processing
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