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Meet The BOTS!
There are new faces at DOT Fulfillment. Well, faces isn’t exactly the right word. More like, interfaces. In 2021, we hired a fleet of Locus robots to improve picking operations at one
11 Things You Didn't Know The DOT Could Do For You
“I didn’t know you could do that!” is a phrase we hear often from our clients. Because we work in so many different verticals, clients who use us for one service sometimes
Out With The Old, In With The New
Construction and preparation continues at The DOT Corp as we get ready to onboard lots of new machinery! On the agenda today: downloading settings from the HP Indigo so that we can transfer
The DOT Corp Named One Of 7 "Fast Track" Companies by Printing Impressions
The DOT Corp was recently featured as one of 7 “fast track” companies by trade publication Printing Impressions, based on revenue growth. As part of the feature, CEO Bruce Carson spoke with senior
The DOT Gives Back: 2021 Holiday Giving Campaign
In 2021, The DOT Corp held its third annual Holiday Giving Campaign. The campaign started in 2019 when we decided that, in lieu of client gifts, we would donate to a local charity.
Constructing A New Foundation for the Future of The DOT
In November 2021, The DOT print division removed its last offset web press. This was also the last surviving press used in the 24/7 printing of the Thomas Brothers Map Books for
New USPS Rate Chart - August 2021
On August 29, USPS rolled out a substantial price increase that impacted nearly all categories of mail. Below is a comprehensive chart of the new postal rates. With rates increases, you may be
Why G7, HITRUST and FSC are things you should care about
We get it, nobody likes a braggart. But we also know that if you are considering The DOT as a print and direct mail partner, you probably have some questions about specific certifications
USPS Increases Maximum Size for First Class Mail Postcard
Exciting news from USPS! As of August 29, 2021, the maximum size for mailing category First-Class Mail - Postcard has increased from 4 ¼” x 6” to 6” x 9”. This means you can
5 Ways To Save On Shipping Costs
Throughout the last 18 months, UPS and FEDEX have frequently increased their shipping rates and surcharges. These increases have greatly impacted companies’ profit margins, particularly ecommerce companies. FedEx recently imposed a 100% increase
Where has all the paper gone?
Across the nation, printers and direct mail houses are experiencing a massive paper shortage. Some stocks are simply no longer available, while others are taking much longer to be delivered. Paper that is
Do You Know Who You Are Mailing To?
Have you ever purchased a mailing list and noticed two different addresses for contacts? This is particularly common for title companies that give mailing lists to real estate professionals, but other data companies
The DOT Direct Expands Facilities to Meet Expanding Client Base in 2021
Over the past year, DOT Direct has grown significantly to meet the increased demands of our clientele. We expanded floor space in the facility by 40%. We added two high speed document cutting/
The Future of Direct Mail and Print on Demand is Here
Screen Truepress Jet 520HD Inkjet Press When it comes to print and direct mail, we are hearing the same three needs repeated by almost all of our clients across all industries: * Faster turn
What are the benefits of an Informed Delivery Interactive Campaign?
Nothing replaces the tactile value of hardcopy mail, but with Informed Delivery Interactive Campaigns, businesses can easily respond to consumers' increasing desire to interact and communicate digitally with everything, including their mail. When
A Letter From DOT CEO, Bruce Carson
Dear Friends and Clients, In the wake of sweeping new guidelines that have closed several businesses, we wanted to let you know that The DOT Corp is open. Our number one priority is
The DOT Corp COVID-19 Sanitizing and Social Distancing Procedures
As an essential business, The DOT Corp is committed to remaining open as long as the government allows so that we can best serve our clients during these turbulent times. However, our highest
How does Informed Delivery work?
What does a business have to do to be part of Informed Delivery? Nothing. When you send a mailing campaign with pieces that are letter size, your piece will automatically be scanned and
What is Informed Delivery?
Informed Delivery is a new way for businesses that send direct mail to reach customers. It integrates hardcopy mail and digital marketing, providing multiple impression and interactivity for your customers. Businesses don't have
Your invited to our December marketing lunch and learn
Please join us on the December 11 from 11:30am-01:00pm for a lunch and learn seminar hosted by The DOT Fulfillment Services, in conjunction with the OC Marketing and Advertising Association. The
SAVE THE DATE: PCC Lunch and Learn November 14.
LOCK IT OR LOSE IT - Data Protection & Cyber Security Postal Customer Council Lunch and Learn Data security isn’t just an IT issue. Everyone in the business, including owners, marketers and sales
The DOT Corp provides large scale printing for Cirque Due Soleil
The DOT Corp recently had the privilege of printing banners and large format displays for a Cirque Du Soleil show, AmaLuna. The products we printed were used at various events to promote the
How to avoid the biggest mistake businesses make in direct mail marketing.
What’s the biggest mistake businesses make when it comes to direct mail marketing? Inconsistency. In the past 9 years that I’ve worked for a direct mail marketing agency, the mistake I
DOT Corp sales rep wins prestigious business award
Ruben Gonzalez, a sales rep at The Dot Corp, was given the prestigious Large Business Leader of the Year Award by the Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce. Ruben, along with several other Orange