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Process for determining optimal packaging and shipping of goods

A commodity, the best technology, applied in data processing applications, special data processing applications, instruments, etc., can solve problems such as reducing transaction costs, less optimization, and inaccuracy

Inactive Publication Date: 2005-08-17
萨利姆·达姆基
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The problems with this approach are: it takes a lot of time or effort to estimate this cost; it is often inaccurate, and it is rarely optimized because the set of packaging configurations is not considered against the set of freight options to arrive at the least cost approach
Outsourcing these functions makes it possible for sellers to further reduce transaction costs when providing goods to buyers

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[0028]For purposes of illustration, the present invention pertains to a method of determining the optimal method and cost for packaging and shipping merchandise as shown in the figures. This is done in "real time" so that buyers and sellers can quickly obtain information to determine whether to complete the transaction. The present invention allows both parties to realize the total cost of the purchase divided between the selling price of the item, shipping and handling charges, and any applicable taxes. Packaging configurations and delivery times can also be manipulated to view and compare more individualized scenarios, such as different costs with expedited delivery times, specialized packaging materials, and the like.

[0029] Determine the optimal method by calculating the lowest total cost for a combination of material, labor, and freight. In carrying out the method, the present invention also provides a collaborative platform that allows multiple parties to participate ...

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A process for determining an optimal method and cost of packaging and shipping goods gathers data from sources including order information, product characteristics, packaging materials and specifications, labor rates, and shipping and transportation rates in order to determine an optimal configuration for packaging for a designated freight mode and time. The process determines the optimal method by considering any specifications or requirements for the order, lead times, available packaging materials and freight options, and then calculates the least total cost of material, labor, and freight combined. The process is designed to provide the cost of packaging and shipping information in real time, when a buyer and seller are deciding whether to consummate a transaction.

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technical field [0001] The present invention generally relates to packaging and shipping of goods. More specifically, the present invention relates to methods for determining the best method and cost of packaging and shipping merchandise within a desired time frame. The method is designed to provide information in real time as buyers and sellers are deciding whether to effectuate a transaction. Background technique [0002] As e-commerce grows, connected systems will allow the development of cost-effective and service-effective supply chains. Speed ​​and cost reductions will be achieved through better information used to manage product flow, materials, labor and transportation, and carrier information. To drive methodological efficiencies, manage costs, and meet consumers' rising service expectations, companies must deliver more flexible and high-speed fulfillment operations leveraging leveraging key converging technologies. [0003] Although technology offers many benefi...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(China)
IPC IPC(8): G06Q10/00
CPCG06Q10/08
Inventor 萨利姆·达姆基
Owner 萨利姆·达姆基
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