18570715. INFORMATION PROCESSING SYSTEM, METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM simplified abstract (NEC Corporation)
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INFORMATION PROCESSING SYSTEM, METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM
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INFORMATION PROCESSING SYSTEM, METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18570715 titled 'INFORMATION PROCESSING SYSTEM, METHOD, AND RECORDING MEDIUM
Simplified Explanation: This patent application describes an information processing system with a reception unit and a settlement unit. The reception unit receives input after the registration of information about a commodity to be purchased by a customer, but before the actual settlement. The settlement unit then processes the settlement for the commodity based on the input received.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Reception unit receives input after registration of commodity information but before settlement.
- Settlement unit processes settlement for the commodity based on the input received.
- Confirmation by either the customer or salesperson is required before settlement.
Potential Applications: This technology could be applied in retail settings, online shopping platforms, and any other scenario where confirmation before settlement is necessary.
Problems Solved: This technology streamlines the purchasing process by ensuring that all necessary information is confirmed before finalizing the transaction, reducing errors and misunderstandings.
Benefits:
- Improved accuracy in transactions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction.
- Reduced instances of disputes over purchases.
Commercial Applications: The technology could be utilized in e-commerce platforms, retail stores, and any business that involves customer transactions to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include similar systems used in retail or e-commerce settings to streamline the purchasing process.
Frequently Updated Research: Research on consumer behavior, transaction processing systems, and retail technology advancements may be relevant to this technology.
Questions about the Technology: 1. How does this technology improve the overall customer experience in retail settings? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology in different types of businesses?
Original Abstract Submitted
This information processing system has a reception unit and a settlement unit. The reception unit receives an input according to a predetermined confirmation after registering information of a commodity to be purchased by a customer has been finished by operation of the customer but before settlement for the commodity. The predetermined confirmation is required to be finished before settlement. After reception of the input according to the predetermined confirmation, the settlement unit makes settlement for the commodity. An operator of the input according to the predetermined confirmation is the customer if the confirmation is made by the customer and is a sales person if the confirmation is made by the sales person.
