Report File
Date Issued
Submitting OIG
U.S. Postal Service OIG
Other Participating OIGs
U.S. Postal Service OIG
Agencies Reviewed/Investigated
U.S. Postal Service
Report Number
RARC-WP-16-017
Report Description
City governments around the country are taking on “smart city” initiatives that use big data technology to gather information and improve life for their residents. It is often difficult for cities to deploy this technology in enough locations to collect actionable data. The Postal Service, because of its vast presence in every city, could attach sensors to its physical infrastructure to quickly gather data from around the city. The OIG identified five pilot projects in which the Postal Service could participate in the short term that would involve little to no financial or operational commitment.
Report Type
Other
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