Australia post mail sorting

Australia Post's mail sorting process involves several steps to ensure that mail is efficiently and accurately sorted and delivered to its intended destination. Here's an overview of the process:

  1. Mail Collection: Mail is collected from post offices, mailboxes, and businesses across Australia.
  2. Sorting and Processing: Mail is taken to a mail processing center, where it is sorted and processed using automated machinery and manual sorting techniques.
  3. Optical Character Reader (OCR) Scanning: Mail is scanned using OCR technology, which reads the addresses and extracts the relevant information, such as the recipient's name and address.
  4. Barcode Sorting: The scanned mail is then sorted using barcode technology, which reads the unique barcode on each item and directs it to the correct sorting stream.
  5. Automated Package Processing: Large items, such as parcels, are processed using automated package processing machines, which sort and track the items.
  6. Manual Sorting: Mail that cannot be sorted using automated machinery is sorted manually by postal staff.
  7. Destination Sorting: Mail is sorted by destination, with items destined for the same area being grouped together.
  8. Delivery Point Sequencing: Mail is then sorted in the order it will be delivered to each address, to ensure that mail is delivered in the most efficient order.
  9. Delivery: Mail is then delivered to the recipient's address by postal staff or contractors.

Australia Post uses a range of technologies and systems to support its mail sorting process, including:

  1. Automated Mail Processing (AMP): A system that uses OCR and barcode technology to sort and process mail.
  2. Mail Processing System (MPS): A system that uses automated machinery to sort and process mail.
  3. Delivery Point Sequencing (DPS): A system that sorts mail in the order it will be delivered to each address.
  4. Track and Trace: A system that allows customers to track the progress of their mail and parcels online.

Australia Post's mail sorting process is designed to be efficient, accurate, and reliable, with the goal of delivering mail and parcels to customers quickly and safely.