USPS effectively subsidizes Amazon, undercharging them $1.46 a package on postage

A new report explains how the U.S. Postal Service has been practically subsidizing postage for large retailers like Amazon The Postal Service is barred by law from charging less than it costs to deliver a package But the report finds that they may be miscalculating the package side of their business  In April, a Citigroup analysis…

 Continue reading

USPS OIG: Management Advisory – Government Mail

Background Federal, state, and local governments use mailing and shipping services to help carry out their missions and meet their diverse mailing needs.  Government mailers consider price, service, and contract terms when deciding between the U.S. Postal Service and one of its competitors; and some government entities use presorting to qualify for price discounts. The…

 Continue reading