September 2024

Every company is part of a broader supply chain that includes third-party providers of products and services. Main suppliers like Direct Mail Depot, referred to as Tier 1, work directly with the company. Other suppliers, DMD included, are categorized as Tier 2. While Tier 1 suppliers are often the focus of supplier diversity efforts, the potential impact grows when Tier 2 suppliers are included.

Tier 1 spend refers to the direct procurement dollars spent by a company with certified diverse suppliers.

Tier 2 spend refers to the procurement dollars spent by a company’s suppliers with certified diverse suppliers. In this case, Tier 2 suppliers are essentially your suppliers’ suppliers.

Working with Tier 2 suppliers enables your company to extend its diversity spend while maintaining relationships with existing suppliers or accessing those with unique capabilities. Tier 2 diversity spend is a critical part of the future of supplier diversity.

There are many benefits to utilizing Direct Mail Depot for your Diversity Spend:

• You can access a wider pool of suppliers with unique perspectives and capabilities. This can lead to improved product quality, and enhanced customer satisfaction.
• This brings diverse perspectives that fuel innovation, sparking creative solutions to help your business stay ahead of the competition.
• When you Invest in diverse businesses, this empowers underrepresented groups, drives economic growth and creates a more inclusive and sustainable economy.
• By aligning with diverse suppliers, this ensures that your business reflects the broad spectrum of your customers and communities, strengthening trust, loyalty, and gaining deeper connections.

As a certified National Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and a woman-owned, managed, and controlled business, Direct Mail Depot is committed to supporting and fostering the growth of minority enterprises.

 Reach out to DMD to be your partner for Tier 1 or Tier 2 Diversity spend.  

For business owners, effective and affordable marketing is crucial. But with so many options, tight budgets, and little time, figuring out what works can be daunting.

While many are drawn to digital tactics, these methods can be confusing, and what works for one business may not suit another. It’s worth revisiting core marketing strategies, especially direct mail, which can cut through the crowded digital space and address today’s business challenges.

Direct mail offers business owners a simple, cost-effective way to target their audience, provide value, and drive action.

Counter Digital Overload 

In an era where consumers are inundated with emails, a tangible mail piece stands out. Direct mail provides a refreshing break from the digital clutter, giving your business a better chance to be noticed.

Reach New Customers 

Proven and reliable, direct mail is now more relevant than ever. Unlike fleeting digital ads, direct mail often gets more attention and is shared with friends and family, keeping your brand in the spotlight longer.

Adding direct mail to your marketing toolkit can help you attract new customers and strengthen relationships with existing ones. Studies show that direct mail stays in the home for about four weeks and builds trust with consumers. Integrating it into a broader campaign also creates opportunities for follow-up actions, like visiting a website or engaging on social media.

Tip: Consider an Informed Delivery® campaign, which blends physical mail with digital elements to boost conversions. Direct Mail Depot can help you with that.

Why Choose Direct Mail? 

Direct mail is customizable and engaging, without breaking the bank. Plus, Direct Mail Depot (DMD) is here to help you navigate the process—from design and targeting to printing and mailing.

Leverage Digital Innovations 

Today’s direct mail is as trackable as it is effective, thanks to dynamic add-ons.  Click here to read more on this. Advanced features allow you to see the impact of your campaign in real-time.

Targeted and Personal 

Direct mail can be tailored based on location, demographics, and behaviors. With the right data, you can create personalized messages that truly resonate with your audience.

Creative and Impactful 

To make your direct mail stand out, think beyond the basics. Simple elements like scratch-offs, puzzles, or branded items can increase engagement and stay within your budget.

The Bottom Line 

Direct mail remains a powerful tool for businesses, seamlessly integrating with digital efforts to drive results. It’s an appealing, automated solution that works across generations.

For all businesses, direct mail offers an effective, customizable strategy to grow and maintain customer relationships.

Direct Mail Depot is your trusted partner in achieving success. Reach out to us today at in**@di*************.com.