Method, non-transitory computer-readable media, and system for e-commerce replacement or replenishment of consumable
US11556971B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 1, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jan 17, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 29, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG16B30/20
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods and systems for replenishing a consumable include order satisfaction responsive to an indication of imminent failure or depletion of a consumable based on detected parameters. A sensor reading may indicate that a consumable is performing below a threshold, or has limited remaining capacity. Responsive to a determination that a replacement is necessary, the method may recommend one or more alternatives. The recommendation may be made based on how closely a candidate replacement's performance or other characteristic (e.g. cost, capacity) matches that of a currently-used consumable. The recommendation may be based on one or more attributes of a candidate replacement compared to a currently-used consumable. An order may be automatically placed according to the currently-used consumable or the recommended alternative(s). The order may be delivered with instructions regarding where and when to replace the consumable.
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