How ITI streamlined DMV mailings with Pitney Bowes
When asked by the Arizona Department of Transport (ADOT) to help reduce license plate inventory and mailing costs, ITI collaborated with Pitney Bowes® to provide a unique, out-of-the-box solution. Their innovative approach holds promise for many other states facing challenges similar to ADOT’s.
ITI was invited to respond to an RFP issued by ADOT. The department was seeking ways to minimize the risk of compromising residents’ personal data and reduce inventory and postage costs associated with license plate fulfillment.
ADOT purchased its license plates through the Arizona Department of Corrections and maintained a large stock of standard license plates in DMV offices. Because this involved bulk purchases of the plates by the thousands and created a large inventory cost, the department sought a solution for printing the plates on demand.
In addition, ADOT estimated its annual postage costs for mailing license plates to be $5 million. ITI knew they needed a partner to help reduce those postage costs.
"ITI and Pitney Bowes are partnering to provide the most efficient, cost-effective solution possible for on-demand, just-in-time DMV solutions. We’re really enthusiastic about the future of our relationship with Pitney Bowes."
To reduce mailing costs, Pitney Bowes® recommended redesigning ADOT’s license plates using thinner aluminum and removing embossing. This made the plates compatible with high-speed sorting as First-Class® flats. After successful testing, ITI finalized a design with 18% less aluminum. Pitney Bowes ran samples through their facilities and USPS®, helping ITI secure national USPS approval.