The Troubled Path of the U.S. Postal Service

The video discusses the challenges faced by the USPS, including pricing control issues, international postal rate comparisons, and collaborations with FedEx and UPS. It highlights the USPS's early recognition of the Internet's impact and its initial attempts at electronic mail, which faced regulatory and financial hurdles. The USPS's financial struggles are tied to legislative constraints, emphasizing the need for change to adapt to the rapidly evolving delivery landscape.

What challenges does the US Postal Service face in controlling its prices?

How does the collaboration between the US Postal Service and other shipping companies reflect on its operational structure?

What does the term 'frenemies' imply about the relationship between the US Postal Service and its competitors?

What was the US Postal Service's response to the rise of electronic mail in the 1970s?

In what ways has the financial situation of the US Postal Service been affected by legislative constraints?