1. DIRECT MAIL IS TRENDING UP After seeing a 1% increase in mail volumes last year, direct mail is predicted to be a popular channel for marketers in 2023, as the majority of budgets are shifting towards spending more on direct mail.1 According to this year’s Winterberry Group Annual Outlook Report, a slight, overall decrease…
Read Full PostNonprofits are consistently brainstorming new, meaningful ways to engage with their donor base, and to attract new donors to help fund their mission. Creating a strong and efficient fundraising campaign is based on one simple word: Trust. So, what strategies can help build trust and make a nonprofit direct mail appeal successful? Create an Emotional…
Read Full PostWith inflation (unfortunately) on the rise, the pressure is on for marketers to do more with less, increasing or maintaining their sales while cutting costs wherever they can. Here are three tips to help you do just that: Practice good data hygiene. Cleansing your database of outdated and inaccurate records helps improve accuracy, increase effectiveness,…
Read Full PostSocial Responsibility Millennials have led the charge in considering WHO they’re buying from – not just WHAT they’re buying – and this trend continues as Gen Z enters the consumer conversation. Brands that are trying to limit their environmental impact or support a humanitarian cause are more appealing to these consumers who are newly armed…
Read Full PostEach year, the United States Postal Service offers promotional discounts to mailers in eligible categories. The 2022 categories are the same as last year, however the time periods and eligibility requirements are slightly different. The good news is that many of the discounts have increased! Informed Delivery is a great way for Polaris Direct’s mailers…
Read Full PostThe forecast is in: 2021 is predicted to “rain” direct mail. As we weather the storm brought on by the pandemic, more and more consumers are in search of content that makes them feel connected, and 65% of consumers say receiving mail lifts their spirits.1 With the only trip out of the house these days…
Read Full PostReflecting on 2019 Trends Anyone in the marketing and advertising industries seeking to be in-the-know for 2020 should get their hands on this report, STAT. The Winterberry Group, led by Senior Managing Partner Bruce Biegel and team for eleven years now, puts out an annual report, titled “The Outlook for Data Driven Advertising &…
Read Full PostThe Importance of Clean Data Data is more than just a buzz word in today’s marketing arena; it’s a critical tool for any business trying to maximize the reach of their sales and marketing efforts. But not all data is created equal — or at least, it shouldn’t be. Data Accuracy Decreases Over Time According…
Read Full PostMake no mistake; Netflix knows exactly what they’re doing. They found a way to undercut traditional cable prices, while still giving viewers what they want. Some might say they’ve also mastered the concept of collecting user data to personalize the user experience. But, aside from offering on-demand entertainment for a fraction of the price of…
Read Full PostWhat’s in Your Mailbox? Part 2: Direct Mail Trend Predictions for 2019 Change often brings about challenges, but always drives progress and growth. Every January, Polaris Direct CEO Judith Maloy attends the Winterberry Group’s Annual Outlook hosted by the DMCNY. At the event, industry expert and Senior Managing Director of Winterberry Group, Bruce Biegel reviews…
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