ST GEORGE’S, Grenada, May 18, 2011 - A new service has been launched by the Grenada Postal Corporation
(GPC), providing for easy and secured internet shopping.
The
service, called GPC Global allows Grenadians the opportunity to shop online
using a United States postal box. The item will then be delivered to the buyer
in Grenada through the GPC in a cost-effective manner.
“The launch
of GPC Global is meant to facilitate this growing trend in the way people do business,
and ensure that Grenadians in particular, are provided with a dependable avenue
to maximise the huge potential that internet shopping provides,” Public
Utilities Minister Joseph Gilbert said at the launch of GPC Global on Monday.
“GPC
Global,’’ he added, “is expected to bridge a critical gap in the digital divide
that separates developed countries such as the USA from poor developing
countries such as ours.’’
Hon.
Gilbert, who is also Minister of Works and Physical Development, believes that
GPC Global “will play a crucial role in leveling out the playing field of
opportunities among consumers. So that irrespective of whether the customer is
based in the USA or in Grenada, the online opportunities – to a good measure –
remain the same.”
The
Minister urged Grenadians to take advantage of the new GPC service, describing
it as a “noteworthy and innovative initiative.’’
Although
the GPC and other Caribbean postal services still face challenges, “it is
initiatives like GPC Global that will go a long way in paving the way for
improved performance and, ultimately, improved profitability for the local
postal corporation,” Minister Gilbert said.
SOURCE: Information Officer, Kareen Morain
1 comment:
What a farce! I introduce that service to GPC 8years ago when I launched Myskymail in Grenada. Now that I have gained more theoretical knowledge I know this new service will fail for the 2 reasons. 1) Internet shopping rely on postcode/zipcode ID 2) Card usage both for security and delivery. We lack the use of both. The step backwards is to create a form of post code systems, this would involve naming streets and providing clear zone boundaries. Then design a system to the needs of Grenada, a generic package won't work. I should know. I am Grenadian who teach, research and consult in strategy. Alleyne, L.B
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