Thank you for choosing to explore BCC Software’s expanded offerings! Below you will find the FAQ pages for our new Bulk Mailer® SMB presort desktop software and our enhanced BCC Mail Manager™. If you have any questions or want to learn more, please contact us at: 1-800-337-0442
Which package is right for you?
| Average Mailing Size | Less than 10,000 pieces | More than 10,000 pieces |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Mailings Per Month | Less than 30 per month | More than 30 per month |
| Amount Mailed Per Month | Less than 200,000 pieces | More than 200,000 pieces |
| Types of Mail | Standard, First Class®, Periodical | Parcels, Comail, Bound Printed Matter, Parcel Select, Library, Media, Manifest, etc. |
| Level of Automation | No automation with other programs | Some integration with other programs |
| Type of Addressing Equipment | Desktop Addressing printer (Small), Laser printer, Windows printer drivers | Console Addressing Printer, Digital Press, Non-Cartridge based Inkjet equipment |
| Number of User Defined Fields | 22 or less | More than 22 |
| Ease of Use Expectation | Wizard-based, higher ease of use, medium functionality | More powerful and flexible solution with higher functionality |
| Best Choice for You |  |  |
Bulk Mailer® SMB FAQ
- What is Bulk Mailer SMB?
- Bulk Mailer SMB is BCC software’s newest presort desktop software package, intended to be a complete solution, while maintaining the accessible cost and ease of use Bulk Mailer users are accustomed to. Designed to meet the specific needs of small and medium-sized businesses, it includes CASS™, PAVE™, and NCOALink® and is being offered at subscription level pricing. Bulk Mailer SMB also includes basic versions of palletization, firm bundles for periodicals, automation, and a 5 million record NCOALink FSP subscription. Built on the best expanded technology platform in the industry, Bulk Mailer SMB offers powerful technology with a simple, intuitive interface and class-leading, personal support. 100% of the support team are certified USPS® Mailpiece Design Professionals.
- What are the new standard features in Bulk Mailer SMB?
The Bulk Mailer SMB subscription includes:
- Palletization for proper mail sorting and container labels.
- Firm Bundles allows you to bundle multiple Periodical mailpieces for significant savings.
- TaskMaster Basic – a simple to use wizard that can be used to automate all the job steps.
- Record size limit to meet the needs of most small to mid-size mailers.
- Includes 5 Million NCOALink FSP records – Discounted pricing for over 5 million NCOALink per year is available.
- Subscription-based pricing makes this complete package more affordable with a predictable cost.
- Who should use Bulk Mailer SMB?
- Bulk Mailer SMB is designed for small to medium-sized businesses that want industry-leading presort software that is powerful but easy to use, affordable, and makes mass mailing simple. If your business requires more advanced capabilities and customization for more complex mailings, you may need BCC Mail Manager™.
- How much does Bulk Mailer SMB cost?
- The 12-month subscription price for unlimited presort and up to 5 million NCOALink lookups per year is very affordable, and discounted pricing for over 5 million NCOALink lookups per year is available.
- What is the benefit of subscription-based pricing?
- BCC Software understands the importance of accessible solutions at affordable pricing for companies to continually grow and succeed. Subscription pricing removes the upfront first year cost for new customers and enables current customers to switch from their current solution at a lower cost. In addition, it provides predictable maintenance costs by eliminating upgrade or new version costs.
- Why did BCC Software make this change?
- These changes are the result of careful evaluation of market evolution in order to offer affordable solutions that can grow and adapt with businesses of all sizes.
- Can I continue using my current Bulk Mailer products?
- Yes, you can continue using what you have, nothing changes except having a new option. However, if you have been considering upgrading your current solution, now is a great time.
- Where can I get more information about Bulk Mailer SMB?
- Contact your account manager or call our Sales Department at 800-337-0442. Ready to optimize your business and upgrade your current presort solution? Get in touch with us today!
BCC Mail Manager™ FAQ
- What is the enhanced BCC Mail Manager?
- BCC Software has added and enhanced functionality in BCC Mail Manager desktop software, including more intuitive list import capability and creation and processing of Every Door Direct Mail® (EDDM®). Additionally, BCC Mail Manager now includes expanded software functionality that includes basic versions of palletization, periodical firm bundles, and TaskMaster automation capabilities to improve your workflow. Options to upgrade each to advanced versions with more capabilities are available.
- Also, BCC Mail Manager now offers annual subscription pricing to enable current customers to switch from their current solution or add options to their existing workflow at a lower cost, while making it more accessible for new customers.
- Why did BCC Software make this change?
- These changes are the result of careful evaluation of market evolution in order to offer affordable solutions that can grow and adapt with businesses of all sizes. Built on the best expanded technology platform in the industry, BCC Mail Manager offers powerful, flexible technology and best-in-class, personal support.
- What are the new standard features of BCC Mail Manager?
The BCC Mail Manager subscription includes:
- EDDM – Create and process your EDDM lists without having to purchase lists or use other software.
- Numerous import improvements make getting data into the BCC Mail Manager system easier than ever and improve your overall experience.
- Standard Pallets for proper mail sorting and container labels included with all BCC Mail Manager installations.*Standard Firm Bundles for Periodicals allows you to bundle multiple Periodical mailpieces for significant savings.*
- TaskMaster Basic – scripting allows entire jobs to be fully automated.*
- Subscription-based pricing makes BCC Mail Manager more affordable with a predictable cost.
- *Note:The standard versions of Palletization, Firm Bundles, and TaskMaster only offer some basic functionality to improve your workflow. Advanced versions of each with much more capability are available as optional add-ons that quickly pay for themselves through gains in your work efficiency.
- Who should use BCC Mail Manager?
Mid-size printers or mailers that want the most flexible and affordable postal software platform available on the market to improve their mailing operations and manage costs more easily, coupled with the best customer support.
- Right sized, right priced for any mid-size printer or mailer.
- Expands as your business grows – add critical features without changing software products or retraining.
- Highly Flexible – handles many operations that usually require additional programs to perform.
- Perfect for higher volume customers who average more than 30 mailings or 200,000 pieces per month or require some interoperability with other software products.
- Unrivaled customer support. 100% of support team are certified USPS® certified Mailpiece Design Professionals.
- Access to industry leading data services and tracking.
- How do I get the enhanced BCC Mail Manager?
- Current BCC Mail Manager have been enjoying some of these enhancements already. The web update is available for download now through your BCC Mail Manager software (Click Help, then choose Web Update). You must have 03.11.39.11 (October Full Release) already installed to apply the web update.
- BCC Bulk Mailer® (Standard, Professional, or Business) or BCC Mail Manager LE™ customers who are interested in upgrading to BCC Mail Manager should contact their Account Manager or call our Sales Department at 800-337-0442.
- What is the benefit of subscription-based pricing?
- BCC Software understands the importance of accessible solutions at affordable pricing for companies to continually grow and succeed. Subscription pricing removes the upfront first year cost for new customers and enables current customers to switch from their current solution such as BCC Bulk Mailer and BCC Mail Manager LE or add options to their existing BCC Mail Manager workflow, at a lower cost. In addition, it provides predictable maintenance costs by eliminating upgrade or new version costs.
- Can I continue using my current BCC Mail Manager LE or BCC Mail Manager?
- Yes, you can continue using what you have, nothing changes. However, if you have been looking to add an option or for an opportunity to upgrade from BCC Bulk Mailer (Standard, Professional, or Business) or BCC Mail Manager LE, now is a great time.
- Where can I get more information about BCC Mail Manager?
- If you have any additional questions regarding BCC Mail Manager, contact your account manager or call our Sales Department at 800-337-0442.