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Postal Bulletin 22230A >
Field Implementation Kit > Retail Operations/Retail Access Channels
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Responsibility
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Time Line
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Start
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Complete
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1. Contract Access Retail Systems (CARS) sites will receive an automated software update, release 4.
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Headquarters
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Download on May 5, 2008
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Effective 12:00 a.m. May 12, 2008
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2. Integrated retail terminal (IRT) sites will receive an update diskette, version 74, shipped to IRT coordinators on May 2, 2008. Distribute and ensure installation is complete for the price change.
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District Coordinators/Contract Officer’s Representatives (COR)
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May 2, 2008
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By May 12, 2008
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3. Meters will be updated by the manufacturer or vendor.
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CPU Supplier/Vendor
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Manufacturer/ Vendor-Determined
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Manufacturer/ Vendor-Determined
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4. Stamps — Standard ordering processes in place.
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CPU Supplier: American Bank Note (ABN), Local Stamp Distribution Offices (SDOs)/Stamp Fulfillment Services
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April 2008
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Ongoing
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5. Communications — Ensure to provide CPU suppliers with all retail operations information and support materials.
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District Coordinators, CORs, and Postmasters
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March 2008
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Ongoing
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— Retail Access Channels, Retail Operations, 4-17-08
On May 5, 2008, Contract Access Retail Systems (CARS) at contract postal unit (CPU) sites will receive an automated software update, release 4, effective at 12:00 a.m. on May 12, 2008. This release will include all price and product changes to support the May 12 price change.
On May 2, 2008, integrated retail terminal (IRT) sites will receive an update diskette, version 74, which will be shipped to the IRT coordinators. District coordinators should distribute the update diskettes as soon as possible and ensure installation is complete for the price change implementation date.
CPUs with an electronic scale must contact their vendor for update information.
— Retail Access Channels, Retail Operations, 4-17-08
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