USPS Correction to Assessment Start Date
With the introduction of the new Green & Secure Alternative Move Update Method, the USPS® announced a change to the census-based assessment start date so that both items can be implemented on the same date.
Kathleen Siviter Joins NAPM in February 2018
The National Association of Presort Mailers (NAPM) announced that Kathleen Siviter has accepted the position of Assistant Executive Direction for the association starting February 15, 2018.
USPS Delays Move Update Census Assessment
The USPS is delaying the Move Update Census assessment implementation at least 30 days (maybe longer) since they have linked it to the Green and Secure initiative, which is going through the Federal Register process.
What You Need to Know After January 21: Move Update Census Verification Method
The new Move Update verification method assesses Mail Service Providers on a monthly basis starting with February data, meaning that, at the beginning of March, invoicing will be issued for any failures under the new verification method.
The Value of SOC 2 Compliance in Vendor Security
GrayHair recently completed its SOC 2 compliance testing with HITRUST mapping, and our next annual audit is already underway. We’ve been SOC 2 certified for more than five consecutive years.
USPS Files Federal Register Notice on New “Green & Secure Move Update Method” Going into Effect in April
On January 9, 2018, the USPS® published a Federal Register Notice proposing a new "Green & Secure" alternative method to meet the Move Update standard for eligible First-Class Mail® and USPS Marketing Mail Letters and Flats that meet the requirements for Full-Service or Basic mailings. The USPS is doing this to reduce handling costs of Undeliverable as Addressed (UAA) mail by minimizing the cost or processing return mail. Comments on the proposed method are due by February 8, 2018
James P. Cochrane – Announced Retirement
After more than 43 years of USPS® service, Chief Customer and Marketing Officer James P. Cochrane will retire in February of 2018. Cochrane’s retirement was announced by Postmaster General Megan J. Brennan in a January 2 memo. She noted that Cochrane has had “a lasting impact” on the organization and the mailing and shipping industry.
USPS Announces New Detail for Jacqueline Krage Strako
On January 24, 2018, Megan J. Brennan, Postmaster General and Chief Executive Officer, announced internally that Jacqueline (Jakki) Krage Strako will be detailed to the position of Chief Customer and Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, effective February 3, 2018.
