Method for performing identity card provisioning for mobile communication device order fulfillment
US6997379B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 9, 2003 |
| Grant date | Feb 14, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 9, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04W8/26
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An order is generated by a wireless communication service provider, or an agent of the wireless communication service provider. The order is for a new account, and includes information about the customer as well as provisioning information. The order is transmitted electronically to an order fulfillment center. The order fulfillment center assembles a kit for shipment to the customer, and includes a mobile communication device using an identity card. The identity card is programmed with the provisioning information at the order fulfillment center, and the kit is then shipped to the customer.
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