New US Postal Service^® Rates and Services
Start May 12, 2008

The US Postal Service changes scheduled for May 12th are in the currently available CPS service pack "D" and ready for downloading.  The changes are programmed to take effect only on or after May 12th.

Special Note: The upcoming CPS update includes support for the new USPS Priority Mail Large Flat-Rate Box for standard domestic and APO/FPO deliveries for those that have not upgraded to service pack "C".  This update also supports the new USPS International Priority Mail Large Flat-Rate Box.

The new postal pricing and classifications will include exciting commercial discounts for shippers using CPS with Endicia to print postage on their shipping labels.

There are significant changes to the USPS pricing structure and new discounts that should be studied to best use USPS advantages where available. Here is a summary of the changes most likely to affect shippers:

Pricing highlights for package shippers:

	Commercial price discounts are available for shippers using Endicia to print postage on their shipping labels. Those using manifesting will not receive the commercial discount pricing.  Retail Price is the standard counter price for postage at the Post Office. Commercial Price is the price available to Endicia users for selected USPS services. Express Mail and Priority Mail customers will have discounts available.
	Express Mail switches to a zone-based pricing system, so shippers pay less for nearby destinations.
	For Express Mail International and Priority Mail International, last year’s discounts of 8% and 5% when using Stealth Postage and the correct international label will continue to be in effect.
	New prices for First-Class Mail.
	New prices for Package Services.
	Shape-Based Pricing (letter, parcel, flat) Expands to First Class International.
	First-Class Mail International price groups expand from five to nine groups.
	USPS Insurance rates will rise.

All changes effective May 12th are included in CPS service pack "D".

Saving the best for last, the CPS shipping software will support the new rates and services on their effective dates. Information about any last minute changes for post office shipping is just a click away at the CPS On-Line Support site. Access the CPS On-Line Support site directly from your CPS shipping software or from the CPS for Windows program group.

Get the Most From CPS By Using the Latest Version

The latest CPS is the best ever. Keep your CPS up-to-date with the latest carrier rates, services and labels. CPS version 20080102, service pack "D", will contain the May 12, 2008 USPS update.

Important Note: Using Endicia to print shipping labels with postage? Be sure to update your Dazzle software, too.

Take a minute today and make sure your CPS is up-to-date...

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