USPS Truck Locator App

Overview

The USPS Truck Locator is a cross-platform mobile application designed to help USPS Motor Vehicle Operators quickly locate their assigned trucks and access barcode information when needed. It solves a real operational problem with measurable time savings.

Business Problem

Drivers often waste valuable time searching for their assigned vehicle in large parking lots. There was no centralized system for tracking last known vehicle locations or accessing scanner barcodes during delays or traffic.

Technical Solution

• Cross-platform mobile app for Android and iOS
• ASP.NET Core Web API backend
• SQL Server database hosted on SmarterASP
• REST endpoints for vehicle lookup and barcode storage
• Photo capture and storage for USPS scanner barcodes
• Real-time updates and optimized mobile performance

Key Features

• Instant truck location lookup
• Driver-to-driver parking notes
• Barcode photo capture and storage
• Barcode search and retrieval
• Cloud-connected real-time updates

Tech Stack

• Android + iOS mobile frameworks
• ASP.NET Core Web API
• SQL Server (SmarterASP)
• REST API: https://vehicleapi.wsdsolutions.net/swagger/index.html

Business Impact

The app reduces wasted time, improves route start times, enhances communication between drivers, and provides a reliable backup for barcode scanning during delays. It scales easily across USPS locations.