In January 2009, mailers will be required to meet one of two options using Intelligent Mail barcodes to access automation prices for letters and flats. The first option, referred to as "Full Service" Intelligent Mail, will require the use of unique Intelligent Mail barcodes applied to letter and flat mailpieces, trays, sacks, and containers, such as pallets, and the submission of electronic mailing documentation. The second option, or "Basic" Intelligent Mail, will only require mailers to apply Intelligent Mail barcodes on mailpieces and not on trays and containers. Automation prices will no longer be available for the use of the POSTNET barcode.
Requirements for participation
| | FULL | BASIC |
| | Intelligent Mail | Intelligent Mail |
| IMB on mailpieces | X | X |
| IMB Tray Labels | X | |
| IMB Sack Tags | X | |
| IMB Pallet Placards | X | |
| Electronic Mailing Documentation | X | |
*Starting in January 2009, automation prices will no longer be available for the use of the POSTNET barcode.
Intelligent Mail
Full-Service Option - Mailer Benefits
- Better visibility into the mailstream
- Ability to track individual pieces, handling units and containers
- Receive information about mail preparation and address quality
- Determine when a mailing was inducted to the postal system
- Address correction services, if requested
- Mail induction (start-the-clock) information
- Optional Confirm Service
DAT-MAIL is your Intelligent Mail Solution, providing
- PostalOne!® Mail.dat® electronic documentation options
- PostalOne! Web Services electronic documentation options
- FAST Web Services drop ship appointment scheduling
- A backup/transitional paper statement system and database
- Customizable Intelligent Mail Container Labels/Placards
- Pallet Tracking Database
- Optional Confirm Service support
Contact lbowes@windowbook.com for more info. Window Book, Inc.,