Mail Delivers

"We also have an automated system for charging back postage for outgoing letters and packages," continues Davis. "We scan bar codes on the envelopes to identify and verify budget numbers, weigh and meter the mail, and charge back the client."

In addition to handling a sizeable quantity of international mail, the University of Washington mailing operation also maintains its own UPS station, which allows the shop to track shipments and verify delivery, both on campus and off.