2017 mail
2017 was a great year for mail! Here are some notable events and trends that occurred in the world of mail:
USPS News
- The United States Postal Service (USPS) continued to face financial challenges, with a net loss of $5.6 billion in 2017.
- The USPS introduced a new line of stamps featuring the "Forever" series, which allows customers to use the stamps indefinitely without worrying about price increases.
- The USPS also launched a new service called "Informed Delivery," which allows customers to receive digital previews of their mail and packages.
Package Delivery
- Amazon continued to dominate the e-commerce market, with same-day and one-day delivery options becoming increasingly popular.
- Other retailers, such as Walmart and Target, began to offer similar delivery options to compete with Amazon.
- The rise of package delivery led to increased demand for mail carriers and sorting facilities.
Mail Security
- The USPS implemented new security measures, including the use of advanced scanning technology and additional security screening at mail processing facilities.
- The USPS also increased its efforts to combat mail theft and fraud, including the use of GPS tracking devices on mail trucks.
Mail Trends
- The rise of online shopping led to an increase in package delivery, with the USPS processing over 14 billion packages in 2017.
- The USPS also saw an increase in demand for mail services, including first-class mail and priority mail.
- The USPS continued to promote its digital services, including online bill pay and online tracking.
Fun Facts
- The USPS processed over 143 billion pieces of mail in 2017, including letters, packages, and periodicals.
- The USPS delivered over 40 billion pieces of mail to the military and their families in 2017.
- The USPS has a fleet of over 200,000 vehicles, which travel over 4 billion miles each year.
Overall, 2017 was a significant year for the mail industry, with changes in technology, security, and consumer behavior shaping the way we send and receive mail.