Finally, the correctly sequenced output data file is produced. Most presort software has a wide variety of output options to meet the wide variety of data file specifications required by lettershops. It is advantageous for the mailing house to work directly with the print production facility -- this prevents surprises with the data file preparation. Quality control for the data is much more difficult and in some cases impossible for the mailer if the presorted data file is created elsewhere.

TIPS FOR SUCCESS

Diskette should be labeled with:

·         Company name

·         PO or job number

·         file names to be used

·         number of records on disk

·         file format type

If file layout and record dump are required, please provide the following:

·         file format with explanation of field names, field length and record length

·         number of records in file

·         blocking factor and individual block size (tapes only)

·         file dump of a portion of the file (tapes only)

You may send us your printed materials for mailing via the following methods:

·         USPS

·         Freightline (we are dock height)

·         courier service

Before sending your job, ask yourself these questions:

·         Have you provided a sample of the job with pages in the proper order and any special notes pertinent to the mailing?

·         Is your data supplied in an acceptable format and on acceptable media?

·         Are you certain your data is set up correctly? If not, please call us for assistance.

·         Have you included the proper amount of funds for postage? We cannot start your project until postage is paid in full.