18379693. INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS

Organization Name

TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Yoshito Ishijima of Nagoya-shi Aichi-ken (JP)

Yosuke Nitta of Kashiwa-shi Chiba-ken (JP)

Yu Hamada of Nagoya-shi Aichi-ken (JP)

INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18379693 titled 'INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes an information processing apparatus that handles orders for retrofitting vehicle components subject to a lease agreement. The controller of the apparatus collects information on the lease agreement and the desired vehicle component from the user, and presents payment options based on the lease agreement status.

• Explanation of the patent:

- The apparatus accepts orders for retrofitting vehicle components under lease agreements. - It collects information on the lease agreement and the desired component from the user. - It presents payment methods based on the lease agreement status.

Potential Applications

The technology could be applied in: - Automotive industry for managing retrofits under lease agreements. - Vehicle customization services for lease customers.

Problems Solved

This technology helps in: - Streamlining the process of retrofitting vehicle components. - Ensuring compliance with lease agreement terms.

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include: - Improved customer experience in customizing leased vehicles. - Efficient handling of retrofit orders under lease agreements.

Potential Commercial Applications

A potential commercial application could be: - "Streamlined Vehicle Component Retrofitting under Lease Agreements in the Automotive Industry"

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art could be a system for managing vehicle upgrades under lease agreements, but without the specific focus on presenting payment methods based on the lease agreement status.

How does the apparatus ensure the accuracy of the information provided by the user regarding the lease agreement and the desired vehicle component?

The apparatus could potentially incorporate validation checks or verification processes to ensure the accuracy of the information provided by the user.

What measures are in place to protect the user's payment information and ensure secure transactions?

The apparatus could utilize encryption protocols, secure payment gateways, and compliance with data protection regulations to safeguard the user's payment information and ensure secure transactions.

Original Abstract Submitted

An Information processing apparatus accepts orders for a vehicle component to be retrofitted to the vehicle subject to the lease agreement. The controller of the information processing apparatus acquires information on the vehicle lease agreement by a user. The controller also accepts the designation of the vehicle component from the user. In addition, the controller presents the user with a payment method for the vehicle component based on the status of payment in the lease agreement.