Security 2026
The following sessions will be presented at MAILCOM 2026:
SESSION SS121
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.
Monday, September 28, 2026 – Round Two, 3:15-4:15pm
SESSION SS139
Sustainability, Security, and Speed: The 3 Pillars of the Future of Mail
In a rapidly evolving communications landscape, mail delivery is being redefined by three critical priorities: sustainability, security, and speed. This session explores how innovative technologies and forward-thinking strategies are transforming the way we send and receive mail. Join industry experts as they discuss environmentally responsible practices, cutting-edge security measures that protect sensitive information, and advancements that accelerate delivery times. Gain insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of mail and discover how organizations can balance these pillars to meet the expectations of consumers and businesses alike.
Monday, September 28, 2026 – Round Three, 4:30-5:30pm
SESSION SS245
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.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 – Round Four, 1:30-2:30pm
SESSION SS262
Transitioning from No Screening to Full Screening: What is Right for Your Organization?
The facts don’t lie – threats sent through the mail, whether legitimate or not, happen on a frequent basis. What level of mail & package screening is right for you? This session explores the different levels of mail and package screening adopted by organizations across the country to help mitigate their risk of being a victim of hazardous mail. Learn how to best determine what level is right for you, and and the practical tradeoffs between risk mitigation, operational impact, and cost.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 – Round Six, 4:00-5:00pm
SESSION SS376
Mail Safety & Security Town Hall
This session will examine current challenges facing mail and facility security in the context of increasing global threats. Discussion topics will include advanced screening technologies, Fentanyl-related hazards, best practices for staff training, compliance with federal regulations, and approaches to reducing organizational risk while ensuring minimal operational disruption.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 – Round Seven, 10:15-11:15am
