Universal Postal Service in the 21st. Century
Universal Postal Service in the 21st. Century

Author: Franklin Ali

Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing

Published: 2013-01

Total Pages: 140

ISBN-13: 9783659319365

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Almost like the Holy Grail, the Universal Postal Service is deemed inviolable by many in the global postal fraternity. Numerous postal operators across the world still hold to the position of a single postal territory, to ensure that all postal customers enjoy the right to a hitherto unchallenged universal postal service involving the permanent provision of quality basic postal services at all points in their respective territories, at affordable prices. However, the grim reality is that the postal sector has undergone a significant transformation and the landscape has changed dramatically. Against this backdrop, the goal of maintaining the status quo of a static and traditional universal postal service is increasingly untenable. A dynamic and flexible capacity/market based approach has been developed to overhaul the archaic universal postal service; thereby increasing its relevance, applicability and commercial robustness. In a very real sense, it is "high noon" for the traditional universal postal service. The proposed capacity/market based approach will facilitate the creation of a vibrant new world order for the universal postal service best suited to the 21st. century.

Delivering for the future
Delivering for the future

Author: Great Britain: Department for Business, Innovation and Skills

Publisher: The Stationery Office

Published: 2010-10-13

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 9780101794626

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This paper outlines the Government's proposals that aim to safeguard the universal postal service and secure sustainable futures for the Royal Mail and the Post Office. It follows on from two reports by Richard Hooper ("Modernise or decline ... ", Cm. 7529, 2008, ISBN 9780101752923 and "Saving the Royal Mail's universal postal service in the digital age", Cm. 7937, 2010, ISBN 9780101793728). The associated Postal Services Bill (Bill 78, ISBN 9780215546357) will allow private sector investment in Royal Mail to bring in commercial disciplines and the potential for new capital. The Government will sell shares in Royal Mail to achieve this investment. An employee share scheme will also be established which will hold at least 10 per cent of the equity in Royal Mail. The historic pension deficit of some £8.4 billion will be transferred to Government and a new public sector pension scheme created. The Government also makes clear that the Post Office is not for sale, but the Bill allows for the possibility of mutual ownership in the future. Finally, the regulation of the postal services sector is to be modernised. The responsibility for the mail sector will transfer from Postcomm to Ofcom, with a primary responsibility to act in a way that will secure the future of the universal postal service. Extra safeguards for the universal postal service are put in place by the Bill.

Post Office Reform
Post Office Reform

Author: Great Britain. Department of Trade and Industry

Publisher: Stationery Office Books (TSO)

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 76

ISBN-13:

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The Future of the Universal Postal Service in the UK
The Future of the Universal Postal Service in the UK

Author: Great Britain. Dept. for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform

Publisher: The Stationery Office

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 24

ISBN-13: 9780101756020

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This document builds on the review led by Richard Hooper, "Modernise or decline: policies to maintain the universal postal service in the United Kingdom" (Dec. 2008, http://www.berr.gov.uk/files/file49389.pdf). The Hooper review found deficiencies and problems with: performance (40 per cent less efficient than European counterparts); the pension deficit (one of the largest in Britain); pricing (increases would not generate enough revenue to offset falling volumes); industrial relations (60 per cent of days lost through industrial action in 2007 in the whole economy were accounted for by Royal Mail); and the relationship with the regulator, Postcomm (difficult). The Government proposes: a new regulatory framework, including transferring responsibility for regulation from Postcomm to Ofcom; tackling the pension deficit; inviting other postal or network operators to come forward with proposals to develop strategic partnerships with Royal Mail (but such arrangements would exclude Post Office Ltd, responsible for the network of post offices). The Postal Services Bill (HL), HL Bill 24, ISBN 9780108454530) published alongside this document sets out the proposals, placing the universal service as the overriding objective of the regulatory system. The Government will continue to provide for financial support for the universal service. Royal Mail will remain in the public sector. The Government is committed to maintaining a network of around 11,500 post offices. Post Office Ltd will become a sister company of Royal Mail Group Ltd with equal status to the letters business within the Royal Mail group of companies.

Postal Services in the Digital Age
Postal Services in the Digital Age

Author: M. Finger

Publisher: IOS Press

Published: 2014-06-11

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 1614993955

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In recent years, the postal sector has undergone radical changes, which have primarily been driven by operational and technological developments. Not only has the advent of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) added competition to the market, but it has also provided ample opportunity for the broadening and improvement of services and product range._x000D_ This book deals with the challenges faced by the postal sector in the digital age, and with the vast opportunities that technological advancements offer postal operators with regard to developing new business solutions and services tailored to the needs of their customers. It provides an analysis of these opportunities and identifies the ways in which postal operators might benefit from the digital age and new market requirements. The book is divided into three main parts: various digital dimensions; e-commerce challenges; and opportunities for partnership with governments. A final chapter discusses the developments described in the book and the views and ideas of the authors._x000D_ The book will be of interest to all those responsible for developing and running postal services, as well as to anyone affected by the changes which have already taken place or the possibilities opening up for new and improved services.

Mail at the Millennium
Mail at the Millennium

Author: Edward L. Hudgins

Publisher: Cato Institute

Published: 2001-09-25

Total Pages: 259

ISBN-13: 1933995807

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This book analyzes why the Postal Service needs to be privatized if mail delivery is to be an efficient component of rather than a corroded cog in the communications and information economy. The first section examines the state of the USPS, including its dangerous forays into cyberspace. The second section considers the changing structure of the mail market, including a look at labor problems, fatal flaws with the organization of the USPS, and the probable consequences of competition. The third section explores how to unwind government monopolies and reviews postal reforms in other countries. The fourth section offers actual reform and privatization proposals. Essays by Postmaster General William Henderson, Federal Express founder Frederick Smith, and Pitney Bowes CEO Michael Critelli contribute to making this volume an indispensable guide for charting the future of mail in the new millennium.

The Postal Service
The Postal Service

Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, Postal Service, and the District of Columbia

Publisher:

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13:

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