Documents designed for attachment to packages facilitating automated sorting and delivery through the United Parcel Service system are generated electronically and produced via printing. These documents contain essential information like addresses, tracking numbers, and service details encoded in machine-readable formats like barcodes. An example includes generating a label through the UPS website after paying for shipping online, then printing that document onto adhesive paper.
The use of system-generated documents streamlines logistics operations, reduces manual errors, and increases processing speed within the delivery network. Their implementation marks a move away from handwritten addresses and manual tracking processes, resulting in improved accuracy and efficiency in parcel handling from origin to destination. Furthermore, they provide customers with tools for shipment monitoring and management.
The following sections will detail the process of creating these documents, the hardware and software required for proper production, and best practices for ensuring readability and durability of the output. Subsequent information will also discuss troubleshooting common printing issues and alternative options for obtaining these documents.
