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Jul
16
2015
Report Number:
FT-MA-15-007
Report Type:
Audit Reports
Category: Finance

Management Alert - Philatelic Initiatives

Report Recommendations

# Recommendation Status Value Initial Management Response USPS Proposed Resolution OIG Response Final Resolution
1

R - 1 -- Develop a formal process for philatelic promotions that includes:

a.. A strategic plan that describes how promotions will be marketed, the legal authority behind promotions, and transparency to the public to ensure fair access to promotions.

b. Formal approval of the promotions and strategic plan from the key executive leadership team, including the general counsel.

c. Controls to prevent employees from designing and implementing unapproved ideas related to philatelic promotions.

Closed $0 Agree
2

R - 2 -- Develop a plan to address the Un-inverted Jenny stamps that remain in inventory (not purchased by customers) at both Stamp Fulfillment Services and retail units.

Closed $0 Agree
3

R - 3 -- Revise the Postal Operations Manual to clarify the language of section 211, regarding the creation of philatelic rarities.

Closed $0 Agree