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Monthly Archives: January 2023

Mailing Address vs. Physical Address: What’s the Difference?

Having two addresses may sound unusual, but for many people and businesses, this is quite common. Different addresses have different functions and purposes. When trying to reach customers, many businesses often mix up mailing addresses and physical addresses. In this article, we'll outline the key differences you need to know.

The consequences of poor data quality for a business

To gain data insights, it is essential to leverage trusted data—information that is correct and verified—for better decision-making. Otherwise, the impact of poor data quality will put up roadblocks to achieving your goals.

Let’s discuss the possible consequences of poor data quality and what to keep an eye out for when it comes opportunities and growth.

Validating an address with CASS™ and DPV® data

A lot goes into confirming that an address is valid. For the United States Postal Service (USPS), there are several pieces of information needed to verify an address. When you use address validation software, it checks the information entered against USPS’s database and requirements. A couple of terms to know when it comes to address validation are CASS and DPV. The Coding Accuracy Support System (CASS) is a certification process used by USPS to evaluate the accuracy of address correction/matching software. Delivery Point Validation (DPV), which is one of the USPS-sourced files included in CASS data, is used to check the status of a specific address within the United States.
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