Behind the USPS’ Delay of Intelligent Mail Barcodes

Mailers also voiced concern that the current POSTNET barcode would no longer qualify pieces for automation prices. As a compromise, the USPS said it would allow pieces with POSTNET barcodes to qualify for automation prices until May 2010. Although the USPS didn’t specify, it’s very likely this automation price won’t be as attractive as the one put in place for either the basic or full-service IMB option.