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Industry Insights | July 14, 2026

Why Print Still Works (Even When Everyone’s Staring at Screens)

We’re living in a digital world. Screens everywhere. Apps for everything. Yet research keeps proving that print does something digital just can’t match. Here’s the difference: When you’re reading on a screen, you’re not really reading. You’re scanning. Skimming. Hunting for keywords. Your attention keeps drifting. One notification, one link, one tab, and you’re gone. […]

If you really want to know what is happening, you ask the experts, right? So, what do print industry experts (designers, marketers, print specialists) value about print? This question (“What appeals to you about print?”) was recently put to a variety of print industry professionals. The responses reveal why this channel continues to captivate people […]

The power of a B2B direct mail piece isn’t just in the mailbox. It’s in the momentum it creates. You can send the most creative, high-impact dimensional mailer in the world, but if your sales team treats the follow-up as an afterthought, that investment is essentially “shelfware.” In B2B, direct mail serves as the icebreaker. […]

Billboards, websites, social platforms, packaging… no matter the channel, visual content drives success. But different image types serve different purposes. Understanding which visuals work best for specific goals helps you maximize your impact. Here are six essential image categories and how to use each one. Matching Image Types to Marketing Objectives Different campaigns require different […]

When most marketers think about color, they think about photos and graphics. But smart businesses increasingly leverage color throughout their communications. This includes text, calls to action, and messaging elements. Using color to strategically highlight phone numbers, discount offers, payment details, and critical information makes materials more impactful and drives better response. Here are six […]

Physical postcards cut through digital noise, delivering your message directly into customers’ hands. But with limited space to communicate, your headline carries oversized importance. It must immediately grab attention and draw readers in. Here are seven strategies for crafting headlines that work. The Bottom Line Effective postcard headlines balance brevity with emotion and persuasion. Master […]

Here’s a question: What is a bigger driver of customer loyalty? Low prices or buyers’ relationship with your brand? If you answered price, recent research says otherwise. This is precisely why maintaining consistent customer communication matters, even when you’re not actively selling. What Does Research Say About Trust vs. Price? According to the 2025 Edelman […]

Planning your next direct mail campaign and trying to choose between postcards and envelopes? Each format offers specific advantages for different marketing goals, budgets, and message types. Let’s take a look at when and where each format makes sense. What Are the Main Differences Between Postcards and Envelopes? Postcards are single-piece mailers with immediate visibility. […]

Here’s something marketers instinctively know but customers keep confirming: Personalized communications get more attention than generic ones. Whether you’re sending bills, statements, promotional offers, or marketing campaigns, personalization consistently drives engagement. Survey data proves it yet again. What Customers Say About Transactional Mail The data come from a Keypoint Intelligence survey on transactional communications—think bills, […]

Trade shows offer invaluable opportunities to connect with prospects, strengthen relationships with existing clients, and showcase your brand to a target audience. However, success doesn’t happen by chance. It requires careful planning and strategic use of marketing tools before, during, and after the event. Here are seven essential elements that will help you maximize your […]

Print isn’t just four-color ink on plain stock anymore. Today’s printing technology offers a multi-sensory experience that excites and engages your audience in ways digital marketing cannot match. By appealing to multiple senses, you create memorable interactions that drive deeper connections with your brand and boost sales. Here’s how the five senses of print can […]