Transporting your mail to a Network Distribution Center (formerly Bulk Mail Center) or Sectional Center Facility provides for even greater savings.

The Opportunity
Mailers who enter their mail closer to the delivery destination could save up to 20% or more.

Mailstream Best Practices

  • Locate your local bulk-mail centers
    Across the U.S., there are 21 Network Distribution Center (NDCs) and hundreds of Destination Sectional Center Facilities (DSCF).  Hours and directions are available at https://www.usps.com/business/network-distribution-centers.htm
  • Analyze your mail file
    If your mailings are concentrated in a certain region or geography, transporting your mail to a bulk-mail center in that area could make sense. You'll earn added discounts on mailpieces addressed for delivery within that center's service area.

Making it Happen

  • Preparing Your Mail
    Utilizing Pitney Bowes sorters you can divide and prepare your mail for multiple entry points. Our SortEngine Multiple Entry Drop Ship package sorts the mail to the appropriate destinations and provides proper tray information, pallet information, and electronic paperwork for each drop ship destination.
  • Savings Calculations
    See how much you can save by comparing your potential drop-shipment discounts to the costs you would incur in getting your mail to an appropriate drop-off point.
  • Presort Software
    Look for software that is CASSTM certified and PAVETM certified. These features will increase your accuracy and help you comply with USPS requirements.