UPS tracking is done through a combination of technologies, including a barcode system, scanning devices, and a global tracking network.
When you ship a package with UPS, it is assigned a unique tracking number, which is printed on the shipping label. This tracking number is used to identify the package as it moves through the UPS system. The tracking number can also be used to look up the package's status online or through the UPS mobile app.
As the package moves through the UPS system, it is scanned at various points using handheld scanning devices or automated scanning equipment. These scans record the package's location and other information, such as when it was scanned and who scanned it.
This information is transmitted to UPS's global tracking network, which allows customers to track their packages in real-time. The tracking network includes a vast network of data