automated area distribution center. A distribution center that uses multiline optical character readers (MLOCRs), barcode sorters, and other equipment designed for processing automation-compatible mail. Also see area distribution center.
utomated rea istribution enter - An area distribution center (ADC) that is equipped with optical character readers (OCRs), barcode sorters (BCSs), and other mail processing mechanization designed for the processing of automation-compatible mail. Also see ADC.