Customer retention isn’t about choosing the right channel anymore.For most retail brands, direct mail is already part of the mix. The real competitive gap now lies in execution — how retention programs are designed, timed, and orchestrated across the customer...
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What Is a Lapsed Customer in Retail — and How Direct Mail Brings Them Back
In retail, “lapsed customer” is one of the most commonly used — and least consistently defined — terms in marketing. And that definition matters. In retail, when a customer lapses determines whether you can still influence them. Define lapse too late, and you’re...
How Direct Mail Earns Its Place in a Digital-First Channel Mix
Why Channel Mix Still Matters More Than Ever As marketing becomes increasingly digital, many brands are re-examining the role of direct mail. With budgets under pressure and performance scrutinized more closely than ever, the question comes up often: Does direct mail...
Triggered Direct Mail Onboarding: How to Turn First-Time Buyers into Loyal Customers Faster
Acquiring a new customer is hard. It takes strategy, spend, and sustained effort to earn that first conversion. But what happens after that initial purchase is often where brands either build long-term profitability — or quietly lose momentum. For many companies,...
Data Quality, Targeting & List Hygiene: The Foundation of Direct Mail ROI
As direct mail costs rise, one truth is clearer than ever:Your results are only as strong as your data. A compelling offer and well-designed mail piece don’t matter if they reach the wrong person. Yet many marketers still struggle with outdated lists, bad addresses,...
Tracking ROI on Direct Mail Campaigns: A Comprehensive Guide
In the realm of marketing, tracking the return on investment (ROI) for direct mail campaigns is crucial for understanding their effectiveness and ensuring that your marketing dollars are well spent. Precise measurement and analysis are key to optimizing your direct...
Boosting Customer Lifetime Value with Effective Direct Mail Strategies
Increasing lifetime customer value (LCV) is crucial for sustainable growth and profitability. As acquisition response rates continue to be challenged and cost per acquisition increases, it’s imperative to do everything you can to improve LCV. One powerful tool that...
Unveiling the Mystery: Why Direct Mail Performs Differently in Various Markets
Direct mail (DM) marketing is a powerful tool for reaching customers, but its effectiveness can vary from one geographic market to another. At PrintComm, we understand that not all markets are created equal, and unlocking the secrets behind this phenomenon requires a...
Random Handwriting Fonts Can Boost Open Rates
In the world of direct mail, anything that can increase response or open rates matters. We know marketers like you are constantly seeking ways to stand out in a crowded mailbox. That's why we're excited to announce the addition of another MPS inserter to our arsenal....
Why You Should Be Using Customer Segmentation Targeting
Customer segmentation targeting is a marketing strategy that involves dividing a company's target audience into different groups or segments based on common characteristics such as demographics, psychographics, or behavior. The purpose of customer segmentation...








