Four of our committees will be meeting at the PSA Office the afternoon of June 5 (the day before our next PSA quarterly meeting):

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1 From: To: Subject: Date: Attachments: Pierce Myers (PSA) "PSA Report" PSA Committees Monday, April 29, :18:48 PM PSA Committee Materials.pdf PSA Members and Friends, One of the great strengths of PSA is its member involvement. Much of this is orchestrated through our committees, which are overseen by our President, Wendy Smith (Publishers Clearing House). Wendy has led a review of our committees and committee processes and now asks for your participation. The results are summarized in the attached committee materials. Please take a few minutes to review the materials to see if one or two of the committees interests you. And, let me know of you if you would like to participate as a committee member. Four of our committees will be meeting at the PSA Office the afternoon of June 5 (the day before our next PSA quarterly meeting): 2:30-3:30: Membership Committee 3:30-4:30: Network, Transportation, Delivery Committee 4:30-5:30: Executive Committee Finance Committee The PSA Office (1800 Diagonal Road, STE 320, Alexandria) is located directly across from the King Street Metro station. Following the committee meetings we will proceed to our informal members dinner which will begin at 6:30. As you are reviewing these materials, please think about what your company would like PSA to focus on and let us know your top two ideas (pierce@parcelshippers.org). It would help if you could respond by May 15. Additionally, the committee chairs will be reaching out to committee member in advance of the upcoming Mailers Technical Advisory Committee meeting to solicit items of interest for MTAC. For your convenience, below are the current committee rosters Pierce Finance Committee Wendy Smith (Publishers Clearing House) Richard Porras (Newgistics) Pierce Myers (PSA EVP & Counsel) Network, Transportation and Delivery Committee Gavin Tierney (FedEx SmartPost) Co-Chair Steve Wheeler ( Colony Brands) Co-Chairs Don Krippner (Bluestem Brands, Inc) John Medeiros (DHL Global Mail) Richard Porras (Newgistics) MTAC Representatives John Medeiros (DHL Global Mail) Pierce Myers (PSA EVP & Counsel) Wendy Smith (Publishers Clearing House) Gavin Tierney (FedEx SmartPost) Membership Committee Jody Berenblatt (GrayHair Advisors.) Co-Chair John Callan (Ursa Major Assoc.), Co-Chair Harry Schutte (Lands End)

2 Visibility and e-vs Committee John Medeiros (DHL Global Mail) Chairman Richard Porras (Newgistics) Vice Chairman Arlene Peterson (Blue Package Delivery) Barb Wallander, (FedEx SmartPost) International Committee John Callan (Ursa Major Assoc.) Chairman Vincent DeAngelis (Neopost) A.J. Hernandez (SkyPostal)

3 PSA COMMITTEES ESTABLISHMENT & PROCEDURES [REVISED APRIL 2013] At its October 2009 Meeting the PSA Executive Committee agreed the Association should establish Standing Committees such as Finance and Membership, and other additional committees with specific purposes and terms. Additional committees will sunset on a specific date unless the Executive Committee agrees to a continuation. The Committee structure was last reviewed by the Membership at its January 31, 2013, meeting, and since then has been further reviewed by the Executive Committee. All members are eligible to participate in any committee meeting or conference call. The Executive Committee urges committees to have frequent conference calls to discuss issues. PSA will provide meeting space for face to face meetings the afternoon before the day of each regular PSA meeting. Standing Committees are: Finance Membership Nominating (Executive Committee) Additional Committees approved by the Executive Committee are: Network, Transportation, & Delivery Services- approved through February 15, 2014 Visibility & evs- approved through February 15, 2014 International Mail- approved through February 15, 2014 Seminar (Executive Committee)-Approved through February 15, 2014 The Executive Committee asks each committee to: Identify its two top issues for 2013, and report these to the PSA President (wsmith@pch.com) no later than May 15, 2013; Hold regular conference calls, a minimum of one per quarter that will be called by the committee chairman, coordinated by the Executive Vice President, and posted on the PSA web site; At least one week before scheduled MTAC focus group discussions, advise the PSA President of any issues the committee would like raised at the MTAC discussions. Provide a brief report of each meeting or call to be included in the monthly news letter and posted on the association website, and a quarterly report of activities for inclusion in PSA meeting minutes. Pierce Myers, Executive Vice President & Counsel

4 PSA Committees April 22, 2013 Committees One of the many strengths of PSA is our Committee process which we use to develop industry strategy. Through its leadership, PSA shaped Postal Service last mile parcel delivery strategy, created a Parcel Return Service, promoted service standards and performance measurement to improve service, and supported package visibility to add value and promote accountability. Finance Committee Wendy Smith (Publishers Clearing House) Richard Porras (Newgistics) Pierce Myers (PSA EVP & Counsel) Network, Transportation and Delivery Committee Gavin Tierney (FedEx SmartPost) Co-Chair Steve Wheeler ( Colony Brands) Co-Chairs Don Krippner (Bluestem Brands, Inc) John Medeiros (DHL Global Mail) Richard Porras (Newgistics) Visibility and e-vs Committee John Medeiros (DHL Global Mail) Chairman Richard Porras (Newgistics) Vice Chairman Arlene Peterson (Blue Package Delivery) Barb Wallander, (FedEx SmartPost) MTAC Representatives John Medeiros (DHL Global Mail) Pierce Myers (PSA EVP & Counsel) Wendy Smith (Publishers Clearing House) Gavin Tierney (FedEx SmartPost) Membership Committee Jody Berenblatt (GrayHair Advisors.) Co-Chair John Callan (Ursa Major Assoc.), Co-Chair Harry Schutte (Lands End) International Committee John Callan (Ursa Major Assoc.) Chairman Vincent DeAngelis (Neopost) A.J. Hernandez (SkyPostal)

5 PARCEL SHIPPERS ASSOCIATION NETWORK, TRANSPORTATION AND DELIVERY COMMITTEE Mission: To promote improved networks, services and product visibility. The committee s goal is to promote cost-effective, high-value, ground parcel services and products that meets the needs of the PSA members Term: November 15, 2014 Desired Results: Develop process to communicate network, transportation and delivery changes to key partners o Proactive communication from USPS on DDU and plant closings and consolidations o Timely updates when consolidating facilities and adding annexes for peak season capacity Easy access to the delivery networks from an entry standpoint o Accurate posting of critical entry times, dock height, etc. Continuous improvement on the first delivery attempt o Improve notice left process barcode scan with proof of delivery Improve Day 0 delivery percentage (when critical entry is met) and re-enforce for all packages Conduct ongoing discussions on planned parcel qualification and preparation changes that affect eligibility for discounts and pricing, or affect service. Work to insure new preparation requirements are affordable and operationally feasible. Improve the timeliness and reliability of delivery data through the development of an open data pipe and upgrading field scanning equipment o A long term strategy that works toward real time data o Determine what process is used for IT system releases and beta testing for new products o Better documentation and information about releases Scan rate consistency of 99.1% goal though out network and through seasonality o Provide feedback mechanism for poor performance Quarterly meeting with Vice President, Product Visibility and Operational Performance. (target MTAC week) o Discussion of scanning by category (Acceptance Scan, Container Scans, Arrival at unit scans and Delivery scans o Enforcement of policy to provide an electronic notice left event code 02 so the clock is stopped for service commitment o Measurement of the new scans associated with the Small Parcel and Bundle Sorters and the manual operations (use of ring scanners) o Container Barcode direction

6 Members Long term strategy for efficient network design and enhancements to promote the last mile delivery concept. o Consistent messaging and communication on last mile strategy o Quarterly meetings at member facilities with VP Network Operations and appropriate USPS executives. Provide input on the plans related to dynamic routing and the USPS proposal of 6-day parcel delivery with 5-day mail delivery. Gavin Tierney, FedEx Smart Post Co-Chair Steve Wheeler, Colony Brands Co-Chair Don Krippner (Bluestem Brands, Inc) John Medeiros DHL Global Mail Richard Porras Newgistics

7 PARCEL SHIPPERS ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE Mission: Promote recruitment of new members and sustain active participation in membership Term: On-going Desired Results: Build a list of recruits or potential members o Concentration on shippers vs. service providers o International companies Develop promotion materials and marketing strategies in support of the membership growth of the Parcel Shippers Association o Solicitation through USPS meetings and conventions o Other transportation and logistics conventions Develop schedules for communications and interactive recruiting activities and establish annual membership recruiting goals o 10 new members per year Develop activities to retain and engage current members Coordinate with other PSA committees to develop interest in membership Develop and implement an incentive strategy to encourage recruitment Raise funds to host a recruitment breakfast at meetings or conventions Enhancements to the PSA website Members Jody Berenblatt (GrayHair Advisors.) Co-Chair John Callan (Ursa Major Assoc.), Co-Chair Harry Schutte (Lands End)

8 Parcel Shippers Association International Committee Mission: Term: Monitor trends, practices, legislation, Customs, UPU issues and new developments with respect to international parcel shipping. Inform and engage the association membership in international parcel issues and opportunities. February 15, 2014 Desired Results: John Callan (Ursa Major Assoc.) Chairman Vincent DeAngelis (Neopost) Assemble a committee comprising members with expertise and/or high levels of interest in cross-border parcel shipping from shippers, carriers and third party service providers. Create channels of communication for members who have international parcel shipping interests. Inform members of opportunities and challenges with respect to shipping across borders. Liaise with USPS Global Business management and advise members on strategy and operations. Inform members on issues concerning international parcel delivery that arise from time to time at: o U.S. Dept of State Advisory Committee for International and Postal Delivery (FACA) o Universal Postal Union (UPU) Consultative Committee o International Mail Advisory Group (IMAG) o Global Address Data Association (GADA) Advise members on regulatory issues concerning international parcel delivery that arise from time to time at : o U. S. Customs o Dept. of Commerce o Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Transport Security Administration (TSA) Promote PSA membership to international and domestic parcel shippers considering shipping with USPS. Provide a quarterly report of activities for inclusion in PSA meeting minutes. Members: John Callan (Ursa Major Assoc.) Chairman Vincent DeAngelis (Neopost) A.J. Hernandez (SkyPostal)

9 PARCEL SHIPPERS ASSOCIATION VISIBILITY AND E-VS COMMITTEE Mission: To work with the United States Postal Service on Electronic Verification System (e- VS) and the Product Tracking System (PTS) to ensure PSA has input to the on-going functionality and enhancements to these systems. The committee will also represent the PSA to identify with Postal visibility enhancements that will allow for the total tracking, tracing and service measurement of all packages. Term: November 16, 2014 Desired Results: 1. Assure that parcel shippers have a voice and input to the on-going functionality and enhancements to the e-vs manifesting and the PTS, including reporting. 2. Develop e-vs and PTS enhancements directly with the USPS. 3. Provide e-vs and PTS improvements that will benefit the parcel industry and protect against unrealistic postal requirements and implementation timelines 4. Work with MTAC and other organizations to assure that service measurement targets are being developed, measured and that proper diagnostics tools are being made available to the package mailing industry for specific service performance analysis. 5. Work with the USPS to ensure that visibility of packages is in the forefront and priority for the organization. Members John Medeiros (DHL Global Mail) Chairman Richard Porras (Newgistics) Vice Chairman Arlene Peterson (Blue Package Delivery) Barb Wallander, (FedEx SmartPost)