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Newscast Update

Dear NewsCast Subscribers,

We would like to apologize for the inconsistency in the distribution of NewsCast in the months of June and July. Due to transitions within the Customer Information Management department, including new staffing, we were unable to actively update NewsCast. Beginning in August, NewsCast will resume its biweekly publications. We are committed to providing subscribers with updated information in a timely manner. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this transitional period.

Sincerely,
The Customer Information Management Team

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Finalist eLOT^TM Notice

Because of recent increases in the size of the USPS® eLOT data file, it will be necessary to install a Product Update for the version of Finalist your company currently has in production. The format and function of the eLOT databases will remain the same, but Group 1 Software, Inc. must increase table sizes within the Finalist product and build programs to handle the new database sizes. Note: Applying the Product Update is ONLY necessary if you are currently posting the 4-byte Line of Travel Code and/or the 1-byte ASC/DSC code with your Finalist product.

Beginning with the October 2007 eLOT database release, you must be using updated software along with the October database release. Your current software will NOT support the increased size of the October 2007 eLOT database.

Customers will be notified via email when the Product Updates are available for download.

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Sign Up Now and Save On Group 1 University Classes!

Save on seats by signing up now for these newly scheduled classes! Buy two seats and get the third seat free (in any class of equal or lesser value)! Or, for a better value, buy a block of classes: purchase five days of onsite training and get three days – of equal or lesser value – free! These are limited-time offers - you must register for courses by August 31, 2007 for delivery by December 31, 2007.

For further information or to register for a class, please visit the Group 1 University Web site, http://www.g1.com/Education, and choose Online Registration on the left sidebar.

CODE-1 Plus – Dispatcher4

You will learn how CODE-1 Plus improves the address quality of mail, saving you the time and money it takes to reprocess undeliverable mail. Additionally, you will learn mailing concepts and techniques to return a complete standardized address.

Lanham, MD

• September 25, 2007 – September 26, 2007

Objectives – Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the capabilities and benefits of CODE-1 Plus
• Understand the CODE-1 Plus system flow and relationships
• Understand CASS™ requirements and the CASS™ report
• Search the CODE-1 Plus database using the Interactive System to answer specific queries
• Define and discuss US Postal Service™ terminology and concepts
• Create and submit a batch job that invokes the CODE-1 Plus driver program, access the matching subroutine, and produce reports
• Learn the basic features and functions of supplemental processing options, including EWS, DPV™, and RDI™

DOC1 Series 5 Advanced – "Total Knowledge of Solutions"

This course is different than our traditional instructor-lead courses. Taking a different approach in delivering the material, this course guides students through complex logic and allows them to solidify and enforce the information while resolving real business needs. This 2.5- to 3-day course is targeted to advanced users and will allow students to immediately use the knowledge gained with self-paced skill building exercises.

Lanham, MD

• August 28, 2007 – August 30, 2007

Addison, TX

• September 25, 2007 – September 27, 2007

Objective – The objective of this course is to provide in-depth exposure to logic techniques and challenge students in the use of DOC1 Series 5 to build applications that resolve real business requirements.

DOC1 Series 5 Basic – "Understanding the Essentials"

This complete hands-on training course enables you to master everything from the basic DOC1 Series 5 functions to more complex features. Through exercises designed to simulate real life applications, this 2.5- to 3-day course will be delivered in a step-by-step interactive educational atmosphere.

Addison, TX

• August 28, 2007 – August 30, 2007

DOC1 Series 5 PCE (Post Composition Engine) – “Modification Scripting Tool”

In this course, students will receive comprehensive training in the use of the DOC1 PCE tool. Fundamental techniques and practical exposure through popular post processing scripts will be the core of this course. This 2.5- to 3-day course concentrates solely on handling the requirements of post-processing with hands-on exercises to re-emphasize techniques.

Addison, TX

• October 23, 2007 – October 25, 2007

Objective – The objective of this course is to expose and deliver common PCE script operations through self-paced exercises that are designed to focus on satisfying common business requirements.

MailStream Plus

You will learn how MailStream Plus presorts your mailing file to USPS® specifications. Basic USPS® regulations and possible postal discounts for selected classes of mail will be discussed.

Lanham, MD

• August 23, 2007 – August 24, 2007

Objectives – Upon completion, the student will be able to:

• Discuss the MailStream Plus system components and functions
• Understand the USPS® system of pricing tiers and their relationship to worksharing
• Create and submit batch jobs for different mailing classes and types
• Generate and review MailStream Plus reports
• Understand the benefits of a default-driven mail sortation system
• Able to identify options appropriate for specific mailings

MailStream Plus – Dispatcher4

You will learn how MailStream Plus presorts your mailing file to USPS® specifications. Basic USPS® regulations and possible postal discounts for selected classes of mail will be discussed.

Lanham, MD

• September 27, 2007 – September 28, 2007 (This course is 1.5 days)

Objectives – Upon completion, the student will be able to:

• Discuss the MailStream Plus system components and functions
• Understand the USPS® system of pricing tiers and their relationship to worksharing
• Create and submit batch jobs for different mailing classes and types
• Generate and review MailStream Plus reports
• Understand the benefits of a default-driven mail sortation system
• Able to identify options appropriate for specific mailings

Sagent Solution

This course introduces you to the design, customization, and creation of business intelligence solutions using the Sagent Platform. You will be guided through the individual components that make up the full Sagent Solution using hands-on labs and exercises.

Lanham, MD

• September 18, 2007 – September 20, 2007

Objectives – Upon completion, the student will be able to:

• Create and optimize Sagent data load plans to access, analyze and collaborate on data
• Use Sagent Analysis to summarize results by multiple dimensions
• Create and optimize graphical, aggregate and logical views of databases
• Manage data mart security and administrative environment
• Extract legacy data from a source database and load a target data warehouse
• Configure and use WebLink to access the data warehouse over the Internet

StreamWeaver Development Using Visual Engineer Workshop

This 3.5-day workshop is appropriate for new technical StreamWeaver users or those who attended training prior to the release of StreamWeaver 4.0.

Lisle, IL

• August 28, 2007 – August 31, 2007
• September 25, 2007 – September 28, 2007

Objectives – Upon completion, the student will be able to code StreamWeaver to perform the following:

• Reorder pages within documents
• Add, delete or modify barcodes for insertion equipment
• Create multiple-document output
• Consolidate documents
• Insert pages into a document
• Create extract files

Advanced StreamWeaver

This course is designed for the advanced user or developer responsible for the development and implementation of Sagent Data Flow plans. Class presentations and exercises provide you with tips and techniques for developing business intelligence solutions for your company.

Lisle, IL

• September 5, 2007 – September 6, 2007

Irvine, CA

• October 4, 2007 – October 5, 2007

Lanham, MD

• November 6, 2007 – November 7, 2007

Prerequisites

• Sagent Solution course
• In-depth understanding of database concepts
• Working knowledge of network environments and security concepts
• Working knowledge of the Internet
• Structured Query Language (SQL) experience

Objectives – Upon completion, the student will be able to:

• Understand the use and application of all Sagent transforms
• Learn the different types of Sagent Transforms - Source, Sink, Data Flow Control, and Data Manipulation
• Comprehend how the Sagent client application works in conjunction with the Data Flow Server and the RDBMS server
• Explore statistical and other functions available via the Analytical Calculator transform
• Apply seasonal considerations in the Forecast Transform to predict customer demand
• Standardize address data using the Address Cleanser transform

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Annual Conference: Wrap-Up

On behalf of Group 1 Software Inc., we would like to thank all of our customers who attended Pitney Bowes Group 1 Software’s Annual Conference: “Understand and Connect.” This year’s annual conference was held in Boston, Massachusetts, from July 18-20, with a record attendance of 296 attendees. Featured tracks included Customer Data Quality and Data Integration, Business Geographics, Mailing Efficiency, and Customer Communications Management. Customers were also able to enjoy a dinner cruise on the Odyssey and a special performance by humorist, Joel Zeff.

To view pictures from the event, please click on the link below:

http://interdev/About/Events/Conference/Conference-Photos.html

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Points of Interest...

...Group 1 Support Site Makes Searching Simple
The Group 1 Support Site is now fully searchable. We have added a new Google Mini search appliance that allows you to search through the Technical Support Site to locate the information that's most important to you. In addition to searching through the Support Site, the new search feature will search through the content of PDF documents to bring you your search results. When searching for a term, the search will extend through the entire documentation library to provide the most accurate search results possible. As long as the page that you are on is within the Group 1 Technical Support site then your searches will include content available within the Support Site. Search boxes are located at the top of almost every page on the site. Give it a try today.

...Group 1 Support Site Update
The USPS has recently implemented a Data Export Policy that restricts how certain information may leave the United States. This new policy affects some of the databases that Group 1 offers to our customers. Read more about the Data Export Policy at the USPS RIBBS website.

The following Group 1 databases are affected:

• DPV Database
• LACS^Link Database
• Suite^Link Database

In order to comply with the new policy, Group 1 has made updates to the Support Site that restrict access to these databases to U.S.-based customers. Non U.S.-based customers will not have access to any of the above listed databases. If you are not a U.S.-based customer and you own one or more of the above listed databases, please see your Group 1 Sales Executive for more information on this issue.

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