18442479. INFORMATION PROCESSING DEVICE simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
INFORMATION PROCESSING DEVICE
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Hitoshi Kageyama of Tokyo (JP)
INFORMATION PROCESSING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18442479 titled 'INFORMATION PROCESSING DEVICE
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a digital coupon system that stores information on business operators and services provided by them in a database. The system, controlled by a processor, sends coupons to users based on specific requests from business operators.
- The system includes a database storing information on business operators and services.
- A processor controls the issuance of coupons based on requests from business operators.
- Coupons are sent to users associated with the specified business operators and services.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Database storing information on business operators and services.
- Processor for controlling coupon issuance based on specific requests.
- Targeted distribution of coupons to users associated with requested services.
Potential Applications: The technology can be applied in various industries such as retail, hospitality, and transportation for targeted marketing and promotion.
Problems Solved: The system streamlines the coupon issuance process for businesses and ensures targeted distribution to relevant users.
Benefits:
- Efficient coupon distribution process.
- Targeted marketing for businesses.
- Increased user engagement and loyalty.
Commercial Applications: Potential commercial applications include retail promotions, restaurant discounts, and transportation service offers.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior art related to digital coupon systems, database management, and targeted marketing technologies.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay informed about the latest developments in digital coupon systems, database management, and marketing technologies.
Questions about Digital Coupon Systems: 1. How does the system ensure targeted distribution of coupons? 2. What are the potential benefits for businesses using this technology?
Original Abstract Submitted
A digital coupon system (information processing device) consists of a database in which information on business operators and information on services provided by business operators are stored in association with each of a plurality of business operators, and a processor (control unit). When receiving a coupon issuance request from an Italian business division (a first business operator) that specifies a Thai business division (a second business operator) and a car sharing service (a second service) as a coupon issuance target related to a car lease service (a first service), the processor performs control to send a coupon to a user associated with the issuance target.