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Understanding direct mail engagement rates: What does good look like?

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How to keep critical mail moving over Christmas.

Invoices, statements and legal letters don't stop for Christmas. Here's how to plan critical business mail around the festive shutdown.

Sam Heaton Nov 11, 2026

Why you should consider skipping the Christmas card (and what to send instead).

Discover why traditional Christmas cards may be overlooked and learn effective alternatives that stand out and strengthen your business relationships.

Sam Heaton Nov 3, 2026

Is Stannp.com secure for uploading and sending data?

Discover how Stannp.com ensures data security for your direct mail campaigns with ISO certifications, strong encryption, and stringent access...

Sam Heaton Oct 7, 2026

Marketing mail or transactional mail: what's the difference?

Discover the differences between marketing and transactional mail, and learn how to maximise your Stannp.com account for both purposes effortlessly.

Sam Heaton Sept 16, 2026

How to bring lapsed customers back with direct mail remarketing.

Reconnect with lapsed customers through direct mail remarketing. Discover who to target, how to trigger campaigns, and measure their success...

Sam Heaton Aug 26, 2026

Why digital marketers are turning to direct mail and how they're making it work.

Discover why digital marketers are embracing direct mail, how it's evolved with advanced tracking, and why it’s a game-changer for ROI and engagement.

Sam Heaton Aug 20, 2026

Get Black Friday ready: how to plan a direct mail campaign that converts.

Prepare for Black Friday with a direct mail campaign that stands out. Learn how to plan, target, and design mailers that drive sales effectively.

Fraser Manning Aug 11, 2026

Direct mail vs digital ads: where does each one win?

Explore the strengths of direct mail versus digital ads, and discover how to effectively combine both for maximum impact in your marketing strategy.

Sam Heaton Jul 29, 2026

How to build a mailing list that converts

Learn how to build a high-converting mailing list using existing customer data and targeted prospect sourcing for effective direct mail campaigns.

Sam Heaton Jul 23, 2026

Postcard vs letter: which should you send?

Discover whether a postcard or letter is more effective for your next campaign. Learn the strengths and weaknesses of each format to optimise your...

Sam Heaton Jul 14, 2026

How to brief a designer for direct mail: what to include, what to skip, and how to get it right first time.

Learn how to create an effective design brief for direct mail campaigns, ensuring clarity and precision to maximise results and minimise revisions.

Sam Heaton Jul 2, 2026

Summer direct mail campaigns: ideas, timing, and what actually works.

Unlock the potential of your summer direct mail campaigns with effective timing, tailored messaging, and proven strategies for maximum impact.

Sam Heaton Jun 23, 2026

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Understanding direct mail engagement rates: What does good look like?

Why direct mail and email work better together.

6 Stannp.com features you should be using (but possibly aren't).

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How to keep critical mail moving over Christmas.

Why you should consider skipping the Christmas card (and what to send instead).

Is Stannp.com secure for uploading and sending data?

Marketing mail or transactional mail: what's the difference?

How to bring lapsed customers back with direct mail remarketing.

Why digital marketers are turning to direct mail and how they're making it work.

Get Black Friday ready: how to plan a direct mail campaign that converts.

Direct mail vs digital ads: where does each one win?

How to build a mailing list that converts

Postcard vs letter: which should you send?

How to brief a designer for direct mail: what to include, what to skip, and how to get it right first time.

Summer direct mail campaigns: ideas, timing, and what actually works.