Monday, March 29, 2010
International Data Quality Management
The quality of your data directly affects every aspect of your business from reporting to customer service. Learn how automated systems in place can save you money and time with Freelance Technologies Inc. consultants in mailing software and data management systems.
Are you looking for:
We offer top of the line inventory management system for business’ interested in integrating their data processing, accounting with customer service and mailing needs. This is an all inclusive system that makes it easy to let your business run itself!
Data Quality Software allows you to streamline the mailing process,saving you time and money...to find out how:
Email: fti@freelancetech.com
Are you looking for:
- Inventory Control
- Tracking for Billing &Accounts Recievable
- Customer Service Management
- Mailing made Easy
We offer top of the line inventory management system for business’ interested in integrating their data processing, accounting with customer service and mailing needs. This is an all inclusive system that makes it easy to let your business run itself!
Data Quality Software allows you to streamline the mailing process,saving you time and money...to find out how:
Email: fti@freelancetech.com
Thursday, March 25, 2010
IMB Facts this Spring 2010
Intelligent Mail® barcode (IMB) Primary benefits include:
The Intelligent Mail barcode is the result of the Postal Service’s efforts to develop more robust codes capable of encoding more information, while minimizing the space used on the mailpiece.
What are the real concerns facing Mailers?
Price. In todays market, the biggest concern is how much this will cost or save. The savings can add up if you mail in quantity. Early compliance for the Intelligent Mail barcode discount offers:
$.01 per 1000 pieces of mail Standard
$.03 per 1000 pieces of mail First class
For smaller mailers, there are other incentives. Indirect savings through a more efficient mailing system also save everyone money and peace of mind. As you consider how to implement Intelligent Mail in your company, you should recognize that every approach offers unique solutions:
Saving space on the envelope means less product waste
Less undeliverable mail means higher ROI
A forward thinking green approach will give you marketing advantage
Why should mailers care about the IMB?
Two reasons: First, mailers must be using the Intelligent Mail barcode on their mail as of May 2011 in order to qualify for automation prices. Planet Code bar codes will no longer be in effect after the May 2011 deadline. The second reason is the extra data and tracking capabilities available through IMB. Even basic IMB can track mail and predict delivery dates. Those using Full-Service IMB will receive mail feedback about address quality and get automated address correction information.
Download the new IMB Font Here
USPS IMB Compact for end users if you don't already have the font on your system:
USPS IMB Compact
The Intelligent Mail barcode is the result of the Postal Service’s efforts to develop more robust codes capable of encoding more information, while minimizing the space used on the mailpiece.
The Intelligent Mail barcode offers:
- Continue earning lowest postal rates
- Better customer intelligence
- Free Address Change Service
- Visibility into the mailstream
- More effective returned mail processing
- Better scan rates and improved deliverability
- Better looking mail pieces (fewer barcodes)
- Delivery ConfirmationTM
- Access to new services
What are the real concerns facing Mailers?
Price. In todays market, the biggest concern is how much this will cost or save. The savings can add up if you mail in quantity. Early compliance for the Intelligent Mail barcode discount offers:
$.01 per 1000 pieces of mail Standard
$.03 per 1000 pieces of mail First class
For smaller mailers, there are other incentives. Indirect savings through a more efficient mailing system also save everyone money and peace of mind. As you consider how to implement Intelligent Mail in your company, you should recognize that every approach offers unique solutions:
Saving space on the envelope means less product waste
Less undeliverable mail means higher ROI
A forward thinking green approach will give you marketing advantage
Why should mailers care about the IMB?
Two reasons: First, mailers must be using the Intelligent Mail barcode on their mail as of May 2011 in order to qualify for automation prices. Planet Code bar codes will no longer be in effect after the May 2011 deadline. The second reason is the extra data and tracking capabilities available through IMB. Even basic IMB can track mail and predict delivery dates. Those using Full-Service IMB will receive mail feedback about address quality and get automated address correction information.
Download the new IMB Font Here
USPS IMB Compact for end users if you don't already have the font on your system:
USPS IMB Compact
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Presswise- Now a single web-based platform is available, an Online Print Management System with tools to manage your digital business. http://ping.fm/8inmh
Enviromentally Friendly Mailing Solution MAIL.DAT
Eliminate the postal paper chase with environmentally-friendly Mail.DAT Modules. Learn More
Mail.dat is a relational database that uses a filing system to facilitate efficient and process-enhancing mailing communications. It contributes to important gains in efficiency, economy, and strategy enhancement and has become the standard embraced by a significant portion of the mailing industry and the US Postal Service.
The flexibility Mail.dat offers users to share those files that are necessary for their purpose, thus eliminating complicated options selection, making things easier for new users as well as streamlining more complex applications.
The US Postal Service accepts Mail.dat as an electronic representation of the mailing and as a replacement for the traditional hardcopy documentation. Mail.dat also accounts for variations that might be present in any USPS or Canada Post mailing.
Use Mail.DAT data format to allow the transmission of electronic Postal Service postal reports, for easier and faster postal acceptance and for a more streamlined payment process, as part of the PostalOne!® program.
Talk to your Freelance Technologies consultant today to find out what the best deals in mailing software and data quality control are for your business needs.
Call FTI: 888-970-9944 (Toll-free)
mailto:fti@freelancetech.com
Mail.dat is a relational database that uses a filing system to facilitate efficient and process-enhancing mailing communications. It contributes to important gains in efficiency, economy, and strategy enhancement and has become the standard embraced by a significant portion of the mailing industry and the US Postal Service.
The flexibility Mail.dat offers users to share those files that are necessary for their purpose, thus eliminating complicated options selection, making things easier for new users as well as streamlining more complex applications.
The US Postal Service accepts Mail.dat as an electronic representation of the mailing and as a replacement for the traditional hardcopy documentation. Mail.dat also accounts for variations that might be present in any USPS or Canada Post mailing.
Use Mail.DAT data format to allow the transmission of electronic Postal Service postal reports, for easier and faster postal acceptance and for a more streamlined payment process, as part of the PostalOne!® program.
Talk to your Freelance Technologies consultant today to find out what the best deals in mailing software and data quality control are for your business needs.
Call FTI: 888-970-9944 (Toll-free)
mailto:fti@freelancetech.com
Monday, March 22, 2010
New Products on the Market!
Production Workflow Management & E-Business Applications for Print-Specific Mail Preparation Software have emerged to fulfill business user needs:
Presswise- Now a single web-based platform is available, an Online Print Management System with tools to manage your digital business. read more
Frameworks- Correct, parse and standardize your address data with built-in DPV® and LACSLink® validation designed for Call Centers. read more
Mailshop- Integrate customer management resources with direct mailing campaigns and improve the flow of your day to day operations. read more
Verify- Prevent inaccurate or incomplete data from entering your systems, creating an address quality firewall in the process. read more
Call FTI now and learn how you can take advantage of these new online business management tools, further enhancing your mailing capabilities!
888-970-9944 (Toll-free)fti@freelancetech.com
Presswise- Now a single web-based platform is available, an Online Print Management System with tools to manage your digital business. read more
Frameworks- Correct, parse and standardize your address data with built-in DPV® and LACSLink® validation designed for Call Centers. read more
Mailshop- Integrate customer management resources with direct mailing campaigns and improve the flow of your day to day operations. read more
Verify- Prevent inaccurate or incomplete data from entering your systems, creating an address quality firewall in the process. read more
Call FTI now and learn how you can take advantage of these new online business management tools, further enhancing your mailing capabilities!
888-970-9944 (Toll-free)fti@freelancetech.com
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Monday, March 15, 2010
Mailers Efforts Double as USPS Rates Increase
Postal rates increase 2011, many mailers find ways to regroup and redouble their efforts. Despite alleged cost reduction initiatives within the USPS, the facts remain that it will be awhile before any noticable effects hit the market. Meanwhile, lobor costs and other overhead expenses skyrocket.
The US Postal Service is planning a second “summer sale” that will provide a 30% rebate to eligible mailers on some services. The initiative, which will require Postal Regulatory Commission approval, is planned for July 1 through September 30.
The Postal Service expects the sale to generate between 3.3 million and 1.1 billion new mailpieces. Nearly half of the 960 customers enrolled in last year's sale increased their mail volumes, resulting in 1 billion incremental pieces during the sale period with a net revenue contribution of $24 million, according to the USPS.
The overall effect of the combination of cost reduction internally and increase in rates means the brunt of the burden to keep up with the economic changes lies with mailers and their clients. Staying on top of the latest technology and makeing sure savings is passed down to the end user essentially keeps us all in business!
Talk to your Freelance Technologies consultant today to find out what the best deals in mailing software and data quality control are for your business needs.
Call FTI:
888-970-9944 (Toll-free)
mailto:fti@freelancetech.com?subject=Move
The US Postal Service is planning a second “summer sale” that will provide a 30% rebate to eligible mailers on some services. The initiative, which will require Postal Regulatory Commission approval, is planned for July 1 through September 30.
The Postal Service expects the sale to generate between 3.3 million and 1.1 billion new mailpieces. Nearly half of the 960 customers enrolled in last year's sale increased their mail volumes, resulting in 1 billion incremental pieces during the sale period with a net revenue contribution of $24 million, according to the USPS.
The overall effect of the combination of cost reduction internally and increase in rates means the brunt of the burden to keep up with the economic changes lies with mailers and their clients. Staying on top of the latest technology and makeing sure savings is passed down to the end user essentially keeps us all in business!
Talk to your Freelance Technologies consultant today to find out what the best deals in mailing software and data quality control are for your business needs.
Call FTI:
888-970-9944 (Toll-free)
mailto:fti@freelancetech.com?subject=Move
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Is Snail Mail Dead?
The new generations of computer based marketing and ecommerce have, some would say, made having a mailbox obsolete. Has the new wave of online multi-media completely replaced the mother's day card and department store coupon already?
According to sources who follow government policies, the rumors of dropping back to 5-day per week mail service have been denied. Obama's budget for fiscal year 2011 includes language that shows his administration supports requiring the US Postal Service to deliver mail six days per week. The budget's wording explicitly says "six-day delivery and rural delivery of mail continue at not less than 1983 level."
Reporting losses of millions for the first few weeks of 2010, how can the broken business model of the USPS survive? Postal Service reports $592M January loss and all the statistics reported by the DMM support the loss of faith to the new wave of internet-based communication.
There is still a charm associated with receiving something in the mailbox. It adds a personal touch, many say, and in fact, items in hand have a much higher "open" rate than even the most reputable online marketing campaigns.
According to sources who follow government policies, the rumors of dropping back to 5-day per week mail service have been denied. Obama's budget for fiscal year 2011 includes language that shows his administration supports requiring the US Postal Service to deliver mail six days per week. The budget's wording explicitly says "six-day delivery and rural delivery of mail continue at not less than 1983 level."
Reporting losses of millions for the first few weeks of 2010, how can the broken business model of the USPS survive? Postal Service reports $592M January loss and all the statistics reported by the DMM support the loss of faith to the new wave of internet-based communication.
There is still a charm associated with receiving something in the mailbox. It adds a personal touch, many say, and in fact, items in hand have a much higher "open" rate than even the most reputable online marketing campaigns.
Thursday, March 4, 2010
National Postal Forum, April 11- 14, 2010, NPF is the mailing industry's premier educational venue http://ping.fm/zhAaF
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