Method for remote acquisition and delivery of goods
US8244594B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 24, 2010 |
| Grant date | Aug 14, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 16, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06Q30/0623
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for remote acquisition and delivery of goods includes a server in communication with customer computers, such as through a user interface via the internet. The server can store customer information including billing information, and may include a real-time video processor. A mobile delivery system in communication with the server includes an energy efficient vehicle, a real-time video device, a global positioning system, a communication device and a printer. In use, a customer communicates with a mobile delivery agent via the real-time video device and the communication device to remotely acquire a product. Once acquired, the delivery agent delivers the product to a designated delivery location. The real-time video device can be utilized during the entire transaction. The system preferably includes a processor for optimizing system efficiencies, including selecting a delivery agent based on the product, pick-up location and delivery site.
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