The Postal Service continues to work hard to make it possible for customers to “see” their mail as it moves through our system.
Our goal is to ensure every piece of mail contains a barcode so we can scan it and provide enhanced visibility to the public. We’ll transmit this data online so senders and receivers alike can track their mail pieces.
The Postal Service has deployed more than 170,000 wireless Intelligent Mail Devices that regularly transmit scanning information to the Postal network. This allows customers to check on where their mail pieces are in the mail stream, virtually in real time.
In addition to adding value to the mail and better equipping us to compete in the marketplace, our scanning success will also help us improve logistics and become more efficient.
