Postal and Delivery Innovation in the Digital Economy

Michael A. Crew, Timothy J. Brennan

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English

Springer International Publishing AG
30 December 2014

Economics of industrial organisation; Political economy; Business mathematics & systems; Postal & telecommunications industries

Series: Topics in Regulatory Economics and Policy

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Worldwide, postal and delivery economics is the subject of considerable interest. The postal industry’s business model is in drastic need of change. Notably, the European Commission and member states are still wrestling with the problems of implementing liberalization of entry into postal markets, addressing digital competition, and maintaining the universal service obligation. In the United States, the Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act of 2006 has, perhaps, exacerbated some of the problems faced by the United States Postal Service (USPS). Currently, the USPS has serious financial problems because of difficulties it faces in making changes and the failure of the Act to address problems that have been long-standing. Electronic competition is severe and affects post offices (POs) worldwide, which have been slow to address the threat. This book addresses this new reality and includes discussion of how POs may attempt to reinvent themselves. Parcels and packets will play a major role in developing new business models for postal operators. This book is of use not only to students and researchers interested in the field, but also to postal operators, consulting firms, utilities, regulatory commissions, Federal Government Departments and agencies of the European Union and other countries.

Edited by: Michael A. Crew, Timothy J. Brennan
Imprint: Springer International Publishing AG
Country of Publication: Switzerland
Edition: 2015 ed.
Volume: 50
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 155mm, Spine: 21mm
Weight: 7.077kg
ISBN: 9783319128733
ISBN 10: 3319128736
Series: Topics in Regulatory Economics and Policy
Pages: 336
Publication Date: 30 December 2014
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active