Scanning snapshot. A snapshot of Postal Service scanning data shows the national rating was 97.03 percent during the week ending July 30, down 0.16 percent from one week earlier.
The data was collected Aug. 4.
Central led the four areas with a rating of 97.19 percent, while Atlantic ranked last with a 96.81 percent rating.
Among the 50 districts, South Carolina, part of Southern Area, ranked first with a 97.94 percent rating, while California 4, part of Western Pacific Area, ranked last with a 95.4 percent rating.
Scanning data allows customers to track their mail and packages, which helps USPS deliver excellent service, boost loyalty and drive revenue.
To see the latest data, go to the Informed Visibility website and select “Customer Experience,” followed by “DES 2 Scan Performance.” Postal Service employees must request Informed Visibility access through eAccess.
Delivery data. From July 17-23, Marketing Mail deliveries reached the highest service performance level — 93.7 percent — in almost five years, USPS reported last week.
The data also show sustained improvements in the First-Class Mail and Periodical categories.
Postal Bulletin. Postal Bulletin’s July 29 edition features tips on avoiding mail scams.
The latest updates to USPS policies, procedures and forms are also included.
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