Tag: Postal Regulatory Commission
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PMG: Trust us
At the February 7 hearing on the House postal bill, Postmaster General Megan Brennan gave a very clear description of her policy toward future postage rate increases: trust us. As defined by Dictionary.com: Monopoly [muh-nop-uh-lee] exclusive control of a commodity or service in a particular market, or a control that makes possible the manipulation of prices. an exclusive privilege to carry on a business, traffic, or service, granted by a government. the exclusive possession or control of something. something that is the subject of such control, as a commodity or service. a company or group that has such control. the market condition that exists when there is only one seller Ms. Brennan said more than once that she hopes the Postal…
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PRC issues 5-year strategic plan
Upon the release of its latest strategic plan, Acting Postal Regulatory Commission Chairman Robert Taub said in a statement, “Strategic planning and goal setting is important for any organization; such efforts help to articulate priorities and focus key efforts. The coming years present many potential changes, and challenges, for the Commission. I am confident this…
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End-of-summer shorts
September 14, 2016 We hope you have enjoyed a restful summer. Like major league baseball, the postal world keeps grinding it out throughout the dog days. So we decided to present brief updates on a number of issues important to nonprofit mailers. Mailing industry exhibit launched: includes nonprofits If you ever have had to explain…