July 2022 Postage Rate Update

The Postal Service’s planned percentage changes by class are, on average, as follows: More detailed information will be provided once all rates are made available by USPS.  Talk to your HBP team to strategize on your best approach to minimize the impact to your...

The Rule of Reciprocity

Have you ever noticed that you naturally want to return the favor when someone does something nice for you? As human beings, it’s a reaction that is wired into us, and it can be tapped as part of your direct mail strategy. It’s called “the rule of reciprocity.” The...

Why Personalized Print is the Greener Choice

As marketers, we love personalized printing. It offers a lower cost per lead. It also results in higher per order values and increased ROI. But there is another (often overlooked) benefit of personalization, too. It improves sustainability. Is personalized marketing...

Don’t Let the Paper Shortage Get You Down

As we move from the pandemic to the endemic phase of COVID-19, the U.S. economy has been surprisingly resilient. Sales have rebounded, and businesses and consumers are spending. But the supply chain hasn’t recovered as quickly as demand, and shoppers often find...