Posts Tagged ‘direct mail’

• 6 Ways to Boost Postcard Success Rates | Postcard Printing Washington, DC

  • April 16th, 2015
  • Posted in Blog
  • Tags: business cards, cost savings, digital printing, direct mail, direct marketing, envelopes, environmentally friendly, offset printing, post cards, postcards, printing, tips, turnaround time

    So you’ve got a clean mailing list, a budget to work with, and a message. What’s next? The most effective postcards pair persuasive copy, sharp design, and these six elements: 1. Ask a question A great way to encourage… Read More

• 5 Ways to Save on Postage | Direct Mail Washington, DC

  • September 29th, 2014
  • Posted in Blog
  • Tags: cost savings, direct mail, direct marketing, envelopes, offset printing, post cards, postage, turnaround time

  As direct marketers, or really anyone who uses the United States Postal Service, it seems like every time we turn around we are faced with yet another postage increase. For the average consumer this is mostly just an inconvenience, but… Read More

• 3 Ways Nonprofits Can Use Promotional Items | Washington, DC

  • August 18th, 2014
  • Posted in Blog
  • Tags: ad specialties, apparel, branding, corporate gifts, cost savings, direct mail, direct marketing, embroidery, giveaways, heat transfer, lists, logos, promotional products, screen printing, tradeshows

  For most nonprofits, raising money and generating awareness and support of the mission are the number one goals. Organizations use a variety of tools to achieve results including direct mail, outbound call centers, television/radio/print ads, and more. One other method, not… Read More

• Membership Cards | DC, MD, Virginia

  • July 30th, 2014
  • Posted in Blog
  • Tags: affixed cards, cost savings, digital printing, direct mail, direct marketing, integrated cards, laser clean cards, membership cards, offset printing, plastic cards, postage, response rate, self laminating cards, turnaround time

  FORMost offers a wide variety of products that add value to traditional direct mail pieces. We have innovative post-press converting solutions that allow us to incorporate: ID cards, membership cards, magnets, scratch offs, repositionable notes, and other unique items. We… Read More

• Types of Printing Proofs | Gaithersburg, MD Printer

  • June 17th, 2014
  • Posted in Blog
  • Tags: blueline proof, branding, cost savings, dc printer, digital printing, direct mail, direct marketing, gaithersburg printer, graphic design, logos, multimedia, offset printing, pantone colors, PDF proofs, press proof, proofs, rockville printer, turnaround time

  Proofing your print job is a crucial step. It’s your last chance to make sure that the fonts, graphics, colors, and margins are correct. Just as important as reviewing the proof is selecting the appropriate type. Your sales rep can… Read More

• Monday Blues: 5 Ways to Jump Start Your Week

  • May 19th, 2014
  • Posted in Blog
  • Tags: ad specialties, apparel, branding, business cards, digital printing, direct mail, direct marketing, giveaways, graphic design, logos, promotional products, screen printing, tips

    Case of the Mondays? These five tips might help!     Prepare Prepare for Monday on Friday. It can be challenging to jump right back in to work on Monday morning that may have piled up the week before…. Read More

• Digital Printing on the Rise

  • April 13th, 2014
  • Posted in Blog
  • Tags: cost savings, digital printing, direct mail, direct marketing, envelopes, offset printing, turnaround time

  With continual improvements in digital technologies, digital printing is becoming more and more popular. In fact, within the next three years, it is expected that changes in economics, electronic replacement, and shorter runs will drive traditional offset processes to digital… Read More

• Pressure Seal Equipment | DC Metro

  • March 10th, 2014
  • Posted in Blog
  • Tags: conservation, cost savings, digital printing, direct mail, direct marketing, environment, environmentally friendly, equipment, folder sealer, postage, pressure seal, video

  DID YOU KNOW? FORMost offers a full line of Pressure Seal Forms and Processing Equipment including over 60 stock formats and in custom formats of up to 16 colors. Our Pressure Seal machines meet any volume requirement and can help… Read More

• Finishing Touch: Adding a Coating to Your Print Collateral

  • March 8th, 2014
  • Posted in Blog
  • Tags: aqueous coating, business cards, coatings, cost savings, digital printing, direct mail, direct marketing, environment, environmentally friendly, equipment, graphic design, offset printing, soft touch aqueous, turnaround time, UV, varnishes

  When it comes to adding a finishing touch to your print project, there are several coating options available. Gloss, dull, satin, and “soft touch” can add shine, depth, and a unique aesthetic to your piece. You’re probably familiar with gloss,… Read More

• Paper 101: Types of Coated Paper | Washington, DC Printer

  • March 3rd, 2014
  • Posted in Blog
  • Tags: cast coated, coating, conservation, cost savings, digital printing, direct mail, direct marketing, gloss, graphic design, logos, matte, multimedia, offset printing, pantone colors, paper, silk, turnaround time

  When preparing to print a piece, one of the main questions we ask our clients is, “What type of paper?” The answer to this question is often specified by the designer of the piece. It can also be chosen by… Read More