Nec corporation (20240104546). STORE MOBILE TERMINAL DEVICE, PAYMENT DEVICE, SYSTEM, METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 STORE MOBILE TERMINAL DEVICE, PAYMENT DEVICE, SYSTEM, METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 STORE MOBILE TERMINAL DEVICE, PAYMENT DEVICE, SYSTEM, METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
STORE MOBILE TERMINAL DEVICE, PAYMENT DEVICE, SYSTEM, METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
STORE MOBILE TERMINAL DEVICE, PAYMENT DEVICE, SYSTEM, METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240104546 titled 'STORE MOBILE TERMINAL DEVICE, PAYMENT DEVICE, SYSTEM, METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a system where a store clerk's identification information is used to generate settlement information for a purchased product, which is then read by a settlement device to process payment and issue a receipt.
- Reception unit receives store clerk's identification information
- Product information acquisition unit acquires product information based on store clerk's operation
- Output unit generates settlement information including store clerk's identification for payment
- Settlement device reads settlement information to process payment and issue receipt
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in retail stores, supermarkets, and other businesses where quick and efficient payment processing is essential.
Problems Solved
This system streamlines the payment process by automatically generating settlement information based on the store clerk's input, reducing the chances of errors or delays in payment processing.
Benefits
- Faster and more accurate payment processing - Improved customer satisfaction - Enhanced efficiency for store clerks
Potential Commercial Applications
- Retail POS systems - Grocery stores - Convenience stores
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be traditional POS systems that require manual input of product information and payment details, which can be time-consuming and prone to errors.
What are the security measures in place to protect the store clerk's identification information during the payment process?
The abstract does not provide specific details on the security measures implemented to protect the store clerk's identification information. It would be important to know how the system ensures the confidentiality and integrity of this sensitive data.
How does the system handle refunds or returns of purchased products?
The abstract does not mention how the system handles refunds or returns of purchased products. It would be essential to understand if the system has mechanisms in place to process such transactions efficiently and accurately.
Original Abstract Submitted
a reception unit receives an input of identification information of a store clerk. a product information acquisition unit acquires product information of a product that is purchased by a customer in accordance with the store clerk's operation. an output unit outputs settlement information for the product that includes the identification information of the store clerk, relates to payment based on the product information, and can be read by a settlement device. the settlement device reads the settlement information. the settlement device uses the read settlement information to settle the payment. the settlement device issues a receipt that includes the identification information of the store clerk included in the settlement information.
