Security 2025
The following sessions will be presented at MAILCOM 2025:
SESSION SS117
Mail Safety & Security Town Hall: Essential Information and Training for Everyone
As terroristic events increase around the world; security directors and mail center managers face the constant challenge of providing personnel with up-to-date training with minimal disruption. This session will discuss current security topics including screening tools, approaches, and experiences related to the current threat vector of using Fentanyl as a weapon sent through the mail. We will discuss a variety of mail security training methods and how each can be used to enhance threat understanding and awareness. Join your fellow MAILCOM delegates for this informative session that will discuss key challenges for securing facilities and inbound mail/packages, applications of Federal regulations, and the role training plays in helping your organization mitigate risk.
Monday, March 3, 2025 – Round One, 2:00-3:00pm
SESSION SS129
Government Mail Security: A Checklist for Success
State and Federal Mail centers are required to establish a security program with the objective of assuring employee and customer safety, protection of information and assets for safe and secure distribution of hard copy mail items. All mail centers must have a written Mail Security Plan, regardless of the volume of mail received or processed. This session will detail potential threats to mail centers and discuss objectives of security plans. Come and learn the eleven required elements for all Government Mail Security Plans!
Monday, March 3, 2025 – Round Two, 3:15-4:15pm
SESSION SS241
The 3 S’s in Mail Security: Safety, Screening and Security
Mail centers are often the doorway into your facility. Today, most businesses have restricted access to their properties while the mail centers often do not have the same level of security. The session will discuss how to manage incoming mail and parcels and how to keep your operations safe. Learn about the diverse types of screening techniques and equipment available to protect employees and your facilities.
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 – Round Four, 1:45-2:45pm
SESSION SS261
Mail & Parcel Screening: How Safe Are You?
Contrary to widespread belief, the USPS does not screen every piece of mail or parcel they deliver. This course addresses the importance of implementing a mail screening program at your company. Come and hear about current trends, ever-changing threats, local partnerships, and reasons why screening is necessary to protect your company and employees.
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 – Round Six, 4:15-5:15pm
SESSION SS381
Understanding the Need for Mail/Parcel Screening
This interactive workshop will address the origins of mail screening, the ever-changing threats toward government and business mail centers, the need to incorporate formal mail screening processes and protocols into everyday routines. Attendees will gain a fundamental understanding of mail screening requirements and the evolution of mail screening. Learn how technology and changes in the current day threat matrix directly impact the way to process and screen mail.
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 – Round Eight, 1:00-1:50pm
