Postage meters are a real help in speeding up this process. They can help control costs by encouraging the use of exact postage. And stamps no longer need to be kept in your office. You can get meters that add postage by phone through special arrangements with the U.S. Postal Service. Other available features of a meter include automatic date setting, and built-in access controls that require a PIN to operate.
Scales are another basic piece of equipment for handling outgoing mail.
Electronic scales are fast and easy to use. Most feature digital displays and automatic calculations of the weight and mailing costs of letters or packages. They also calculate costs for private delivery services, such as United Parcel Service. Some will automatically select the least expensive option for each item. Average church mailings consist of letters or flyers more than parcels, but scales help avoid excess spending on all types of mail.