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The Postal Service has deployed more than 200,000 Mobile Delivery Devices (MDDs), an important milestone for a program that makes it easier for customers to know where their packages are.
The 200,000th device was one of several deployed to the Craig, MO, Post Office.
“Mobile Delivery Devices are improving the way USPS serves its customers, and we’re excited to be part of that change,” said Postmaster Barney Farley.
MDDs are used to scan packages as they move through the USPS network, including when letter and rural carriers deliver them. Customers can access this information instantaneously through the My USPS.com package-tracking app.
The new devices offer real-time scanning and GPS data, so carriers no longer need to carry both scanners and cell phones. The on-screen signature capability frees carriers from the task of filling out paper delivery receipts, improving efficiency.
The MDDs are part of a broader effort to provide employees with tools to help them perform their jobs more effectively.
The Postal Service plans to distribute more than 260,000 MDDs altogether. The remaining devices are expected to be distributed by Sept. 18. source: USPS News Link
Honeywell Scanning and Mobility was awarded USPS contract to supply up to 225,000 Mobile Delivery Devices (MDDs) to replace the current handheld devices used by letter carriers today for package tracking. Minimum amount of contract is $100,000 and the Maximum is $250 million.
The next generation of hand-held electronic devices from Honeywell will be used by letter carriers and mail processing employees.
This device sucks, you still have to use pinks slips if customer isn’t home, which
Is most of the time. This is just another way to track the mail carrier and harass
Them.
GPS is used to spy on its users
NO text messaging ! Bad as handing out credit cards ! !