In the world of mailing, every second and every cent counts. That’s where drop shipping, also known as drop entry, comes in. By strategically moving mail closer to its final destination before it enters the USPS system, businesses can save both time and money.
What is Drop Shipping?
Drop shipping is a process that consolidates and presorts mail, then transports it directly to one of the USPS’s Sectional Center Facilities (SCFs), bypassing multiple stops along the way. Since this reduces the USPS’s processing workload, savings are passed along in the form of discounted postage rates.
How Does It Work?
To take advantage of drop shipping, mail must be:
- Presorted—Grouped based on delivery ZIP codes
- Palletized—Stacked and prepared for transport
- Directly Delivered—Shipped to designated USPS entry points.
This method speeds up delivery times and optimizes costs for businesses mailing in bulk by reducing handling and streamlining the process.
Is Drop Shipping Right for You?
If you regularly send significant amounts of mail, drop shipping can be a key advantage. By reducing mailing costs and improving delivery efficiency, it’s a win-win for both businesses and recipients.
Want to explore how drop shipping can improve your mailing strategy? Allied has the answers. Contact us today to learn more!
