EDDM Myths You Should Know
While Every Door Direct Mail (EDDM) offers some benefits to business owners, there are some EDDM myths every entrepreneur should be aware of. EDDM can be advantageous to small businesses embarking on their first direct mail campaign but if you’re trying to get the most bang for your buck, we recommend working with the experts at Pel Hughes. We offer full-service direct mail solutions including database management, campaign automation, graphic design, and in-house printing and fulfillment. Our team can help you develop stellar mailing lists from national consumer databases.
EDDM Myths Dispelled
If you’re interested in developing an effective direct mail campaign, it is important to consider these EDDM myths before you fork over hard-earned money toward a USPS-generated campaign.
Myth #1: EDDM Data is High Quality
When it comes to direct mail marketing, not all leads are created equal. Unfortunately, up to ten percent of EDDM addresses may be vacant residences and do-not-mails. While many recipients are up-to-date, the number of inactive mailings is concerning for businesses looking to expand their customer base.
One solution to lower-quality mailing lists is to work with Pel Hughes. We have access to up-to-date national consumer databases that reach hundreds of millions of households.
Myth #2: EDDM Campaigns are Customizable
The EDDM program doesn’t allow for removals. Instead, direct mail campaigns are mailed to every residential address in a zip code—even if it is vacant. Working with a printing company that offers access to a number of options that increase the quality of your mailings. For instance, the sophisticated technology we use for database management allows for removals, duplicate elimination, and address resolution. This makes it possible to tailor your campaigns to your target demographic.
Myth #3: EDDM Has Great Response Rates
While EDDM can generate new business, the program’s response rates are lower than you might think. Typically, our customers see higher response rates when working with our team. We have access to advanced technology and consumer databases that provide higher quality mailings. For instance, our technology can help you replicate mailings tailored to the demographics made up by your best customers to increase responsiveness.
Every Door Direct Mail isn’t all bad. There are some benefits in specific situations where these campaigns can be cost-effective and useful. That being said, there are ways to increase the quality of your print campaigns by working with professional print advertisers. If you have questions about your direct mail options, we invite you to give our seasoned experts a call (504) 486-8646.
