The United States Postal Service recently announced significant refinements to its service standards that will impact mail delivery nationwide. As your trusted print and mail partner, Bolger is closely monitoring these changes to ensure seamless service for all our clients. This proactive approach is part of the Bolger Advantage that our customers have come to rely on.
What’s Changing
Starting April 1, 2025, USPS will begin implementing refined service standards in a two-phase approach, with the second phase beginning July 1. The good news is that according to USPS:
- The current five-day service standard window for First-Class Mail will remain unchanged
- Service reliability is expected to improve nationwide
- More than 80% of market-dominant mail volume will see no changes
The Postal Service projects these refinements will generate at least $36 billion in savings over the next decade through transportation, mail processing, and real estate cost reductions.
What This Means for Bolger Clients
Our clients can expect:
- Maintained delivery timelines for First-Class Mail
- Potentially shorter delivery windows for Marketing Mail, Periodicals, and Package Services
- Improved reliability in overall mail delivery
How Bolger Is Responding
As these changes roll out, our team is working proactively to:
- Update our mail delivery projections and scheduling tools
- Consult with USPS representatives to understand nuanced impacts
- Develop strategies to maximize efficiency within the new framework
We remain committed to providing the exceptional print and mail services you’ve come to expect from Bolger, regardless of changes within the postal system. This commitment to excellence in all conditions is a cornerstone of the Bolger Advantage.
Next Steps
If you have specific questions about how these USPS changes might affect your upcoming campaigns or regular mailings, contact us today. Experience the Bolger Advantage as we help you navigate these changes and continue delivering impactful communications to your audience.
Stay tuned for additional updates as we learn more about the implementation of these service standard refinements.
Bolger is dedicated to keeping our clients informed about industry changes that may impact their print and mail strategies—just another element of the Bolger Advantage. For more information about our services, please visit bolger.com or contact us today.
