If your business sends out regular volumes of mail, there’s a smart way to save money and streamline your operations, and it starts with combining Royal Mail’s Business Mail Advanced (BMA) service with the PostBase franking machine range from FP Mailing.
What is Business Mail Advanced?
Business Mail Advanced is a Royal Mail service designed for businesses that send bulk mail regularly, whether daily, weekly, or monthly. When used with a compatible franking machine like those in the PostBase range, BMA unlocks volume-related discounts that can significantly reduce your postage costs.
Why Pair BMA with PostBase?
The PostBase range, available through Officeology, is known for its intuitive design, quiet operation, and Mailmark™ technology. When BMA is activated on your PostBase machine (your supplier can do this for you), you simply:
- Select the BMA service on your machine
- Frank your items
- Complete a quick download to inform Royal Mail of your mailing volume
It’s that simple, and the savings can be substantial.
Real Savings, Real Simplicity
Here’s a quick look at how BMA compares to standard postage rates (prices exclude VAT):
| 1st Class (per item) | Stamp | Mailmark™ Frank | BMA (250+ items) |
| £1.70 | £1.67 | From £1.525 |
| 2nd Class (per item) | Stamp | Mailmark™ Frank | BMA (250+ items) |
| £0.87 | £0.84 | From £0.695 |
The more you send, the more you save, with rebates credited directly to your FP Postage account.
Additional Benefits
- Automated Reporting: Daily summaries from Royal Mail show your posted volumes, discounts achieved, and any adjustments.
- VAT Savings: VAT is clearly itemised, making it easy to reclaim.
- Efficiency Boost: No more manual postage calculations, your PostBase machine handles it all.
- Professional Presentation: BMA requires DL/C5 white envelopes, which not only print more clearly but are also around 50% cheaper.
Is BMA Right for You?
If your business regularly sends 250+ items per mailing, BMA is a clear cut business decision. It’s ideal for invoices, statements, marketing campaigns, and more. And with the PostBase range, you get a future-proof franking solution that’s as smart as it is simple.
Want to start saving on your business mail? Get in touch with your FP Account Manager or speak to the Officeology team today to find the right PostBase machine and activate BMA for your business.