Be Prepared: Postal Increases on the Horizon

pmmadmin November 11, 2022 Blog, Postal Information 0
Expect a 4.2 percent increase in 2023 postage rates
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It’s time to prepare for impacts on your 2023 postage budgets. The USPS has requested a postage rate increase across all mail classes of approximately 4.2%. This is the maximum increase allowed by regulation and is derived from the Consumer Price Index which measures price changes over time of consumer products such as utilities, automotive fuel,[...]

13 Amazing Takeaways from the DMAW Data Strategy Forum

pmmadmin October 28, 2022 Blog, PMG News 0
"Overview of the DMAW Data Strategy Forum, highlighting key discussions on data challenges and opportunities in a vibrant cityscape."
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Recently, PMG’s Polly Papsadore and Jaime Grams joined event sponsor MMI Direct’s Charlie Rice and nearly 100 industry colleagues at the 2022 DMAW Data Strategy Forum at the National Housing Center in Washington, DC. A big thanks to all the excellent presenters who advanced attendees’ understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing omnichannel fundraisers amidst[...]

Postage Rate Increase Expected January 2023

pmgdirect October 20, 2022 Blog, Postal Information 0
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The USPS has requested rate increases, which if approved will go into effect on January 22, 2023. The proposed rates need approval from the Postal Regulatory Commission, which we anticipate will happen. The rate increases range from 1 to 15.1 percent, depending upon the class and type of mail. PMG has a detailed listing of the before[...]

PMG Celebrates Employee-Ownership Month

pmmadmin October 6, 2022 Blog, PMG News, Uncategorized 0
Employee-Owned Company
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October is Employee Ownership Month, and we’re celebrating PMG’s 100% Employee-Ownership and its benefits to our employees, our company, our clients and suppliers, and our industry. We’re eager to promote the positive ripple effects of employee-ownership and to encourage more companies to become employee-owned. Here’s why employee-ownership at PMG is so awesome: Every employee has[...]

7 Reasons Why You Should be Tracking Your Return Mail

pmmadmin July 13, 2022 Blog, Postal Information 0
Graphic illustrating the title "7 Reasons To Track Your Return Mail," featuring an envelope and a circular arrow, highlighting mail tracking importance.
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Return mail tracking has become an essential tool for managing direct mail campaigns. Here’s why you should be doing it too: Slower mail delivery and mail processing delays can create uncertainty around your campaign performance. Return mail tracking provides reliable data on where your donor responses are in the mail stream.Monitor and measure your campaign[...]

Direct Mail Industry Update: Paper, Postage, Logistics and More

PMMAdmin3 April 14, 2022 Blog, Industry, PMG News, Postal Information 0
Aerial view of a busy cargo container yard showcasing a variety of shipping containers, highlighting logistics in the direct mail industry.
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PMG continues to monitor direct mail industry trends that impact our clients’ fundraising and marketing programs. Paper Major paper mills have announced paper cost increases of approximately 8 – 10% effective May 1, 2022, according to our key suppliers. Envelope window film, adhesives, cartons and freight costs are also increasing. Fuel surcharges from carriers are[...]

Five Reasons Why You Should Attend the 2021 Virtual Bridge Conference July 14-15

PMMAdmin3 June 27, 2021 Blog, Industry, PMG News 0
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Over 70 sessions featuring expert presenters from over 60 nonprofit organizations. All content will be available for viewing through August 31. More than 1,000 fundraisers and marketers have registered from all over the country and the world. Fundraisers from large and small nonprofits across all sectors will be there, and you can interact with all[...]

Postage Rates Are Increasing: Your Plan to Minimize Impact

pmgdirect June 2, 2021 Blog, Postal Information 0
Postage rates for nonprofits set to rise by 7.8%, highlighting the need for effective strategies to minimize financial impact.
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The USPS announced hefty new postage rates across all major classes of mail on May 28th. The average increase will be 6.9 percent effective August 29, 2021, right as the fall fundraising season gets underway. Nonprofit Marketing Mail rates are increasing 7.8 percent on average. Our colleagues at MailSmart Logistics are working quickly to determine[...]

Postage Rate Increases: UPDATE 

PMMAdmin3 April 13, 2021 Blog 0
A black mailbox with a red flag stands against a backdrop of greenery and a brick house, symbolizing postal services amid rate changes.
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PMG continues to monitor the impending 6 to 8.5 percent postage rate increase and its impact on nonprofit mailers.  Steve Kearney, Executive Director of the Alliance of Nonprofit Mailers (of which PMG is a sponsor), reported last week that the rate increases are the most immediate and certain feature of the new USPS 10-year Strategic Plan. The USPS now plans to[...]

Direct Mail Paper Costs are Increasing

PMMAdmin3 March 3, 2021 Blog, PMG News 0
Rolls of commercial paper on machinery in a production facility, highlighting the increasing costs of direct mail paper.
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Here’s what you need to know about increasing paper costs: Paper costs have been stable for quite some time but now our supplier partners have alerted us to price increases from paper mills beginning in March. These cost increases impact both coated and uncoated stocks commonly used in our clients’ direct mail packages.  Several factors are causing the price increases:   Increasing demand due to supply reductions, and[...]