Who wouldn't want to take advantage of the huge savings offered by the Postal Service under the new "automation compatible" mail standards? The key is using proper design to qualify for discounts. Check the two self-mailer designs below.

Design "B" will cost more because it's designed with the opening on the bottom. Both qualify for the automation compatible savings even when the ZIP+4 and bar code are printed on the face of the piece. The opening needs to be at the top of the piece needing only affixing one tab, which will lower your cost in processing.