System and method for using network data in an automated delivery system

Abstract

The present invention relates to systems and methods for using network data in an automatic delivery system. A computer-implemented method for using network data in an automatic delivery system is provided. The method is implemented using a delivery verification server in communication with a memory. The method includes receiving an online order originating from a user computer device. The online order includes a delivery address and network information associated with a wireless network associated with the delivery address. The method also includes configuring a delivery device based on the network information and the delivery address, and receiving a delivery confirmation message sent from the delivery device via the wireless network associated with the delivery address. The delivery device connects to the wireless network based on the network information.

Description

[0001] This application is a divisional application of the PCT application entering the Chinese national phase, with an international filing date of April 19, 2017, national application number 201780026884.X, and invention name “System and method for using network data in an automatic delivery system”.

[0002] CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

[0003] This application claims the benefit of and priority to U.S. Application No. 15 / 168,761, filed May 31, 2016. The entire disclosure of the above application is incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0004] The field of the present disclosure relates generally to automated delivery systems, and more particularly to methods and systems for improving the accuracy of automated delivery systems and providing additional delivery confirmation by using network data. Background Art

[0005] In many cases, customers purchase products for delivery online. These products are shipped to addresses specified by customers, such as home or business addresses. In some cases, someone needs to sign at the address to complete the delivery. In other cases, the product is left in a safe or designated place outside / near the delivery address by the delivery personnel. In some of these cases, customers claim that the product has never been ordered, never delivered and / or delivered to the wrong address. In addition, in some cases, the delivery of the product is performed by drones or other automated equipment, which can complete the delivery without the interaction of human delivery personnel. In all these cases, it will be useful to confirm the delivery, and the confirmation of the delivery will bind the purchase to the customer to solve the problem of purchase rejection, chargeback and identity verification. Summary of the invention

[0006] A computer-implemented method for using network data in an automated delivery system is provided. The method is implemented using a delivery verification server in communication with a memory. The method includes receiving an online order originating from a user computer device. The online order includes a delivery address and network information of a wireless network associated with the delivery address. The method also includes configuring a delivery device based on the network information and the delivery address, and receiving a delivery confirmation message sent from the delivery device via the wireless network associated with the delivery address. The delivery device connects to the wireless network based on the network information.

[0007] A delivery verification server for using network data in an automatic delivery system is provided. The delivery verification server includes a processor communicatively coupled to a memory device. The processor is programmed to receive an online order originating from a user computer device. The online order includes a delivery address and network information of a wireless network associated with the delivery address. The processor is further configured to configure a delivery device based on the network information and the delivery address, and receive a delivery confirmation message sent from the delivery device via the wireless network associated with the delivery address. The delivery device is connected to the wireless network based on the network information.

[0008] At least one non-transitory computer-readable storage medium having computer-executable instructions embodied thereon is provided. When executed by a delivery verification server having at least one processor coupled to at least one memory device, the computer-executable instructions cause the processor to receive an online order originating from a user computer device. The online order includes a delivery address and network information of a wireless network associated with the delivery address. The computer-executable instructions further cause the processor to configure a delivery device based on the network information and the delivery address, and receive a delivery confirmation message sent from the delivery device via the wireless network associated with the delivery address. The delivery device connects to the wireless network based on the network information.

[0009] A method for verifying delivery in an automatic delivery system is provided. The method is implemented using a delivery device including at least one processor in communication with a memory. The delivery device includes a wireless module configured to connect to a Wi-Fi network. The method includes receiving delivery information for a package to be delivered from a delivery verification server. The delivery information includes a delivery address and network information of a wireless network associated with the delivery address. The method also includes configuring the wireless module based on the network information, receiving a package for delivery to the delivery address, traveling to the delivery address, scanning one or more wireless signals associated with the wireless network based on the network information, connecting to the wireless network associated with the wireless signal based on the network information, delivering the package at the delivery address, and sending a delivery confirmation message to the delivery verification server via the wireless network via the wireless module.

[0010] An automatic delivery system is provided. The system includes a delivery verification server, the delivery verification server including at least one processor in communication with at least one memory and a delivery device. The delivery device includes at least one processor in communication with at least one memory, a wireless module configured to connect to a Wi-Fi network, and a transport device configured to transport a package to a location. The delivery verification server is configured to receive an online order originating from a user computer device. The online order includes a delivery address and network information of a wireless network associated with the delivery address. The delivery verification server is also configured to send delivery data to the delivery device based on the network information and the delivery address, and receive a delivery confirmation message from the delivery device. The delivery confirmation message is sent via a wireless network associated with the delivery address. The delivery device is configured to receive delivery data of the online order from the delivery verification server, configure the wireless module based on the network information, receive a package delivered to the delivery address, travel to the delivery address, scan one or more wireless signals associated with the wireless network based on the network information, connect to the wireless network associated with the wireless signal via the wireless module based on the network information, deliver the package at the delivery address, and send a delivery confirmation message to the delivery verification server via the wireless module via the wireless network. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0011] Figure 1-Figure 7 Example embodiments of the methods and systems described herein are shown.

[0012] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating an example multi-party transaction card industry system for enabling card payment transactions in which merchants and issuers need not have a one-to-one relationship.

[0013] Figure 2 is a simplified block diagram of an example system for using network data in an automated delivery system.

[0014] Figure 3 The present invention is illustrated in one embodiment Figure 2 An example configuration for a client system is shown in .

[0015] Figure 4 The present invention is illustrated in one embodiment Figure 2 An example configuration of a server system is shown in .

[0016] Figure 5 is used Figure 2 The system shown in FIG. 1 is a flow chart of a process for using network data in an automatic delivery system.

[0017] Figure 6 is used Figure 2 Flowchart of a process for verifying delivery in an automated delivery system by a system as shown in FIG.

[0018] Figure 7 Yes, you can Figure 2 00106] A diagram of components of one or more example computing devices used in the system shown in . DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0019] The following detailed description shows embodiments of the present disclosure by way of example and not limitation. This description clearly enables one skilled in the art to make and use the present disclosure, describing several embodiments, adaptations, variations, substitutions and uses of the present disclosure, including what is currently believed to be the best mode of carrying out the present disclosure. These systems and methods are used to improve the accuracy of automatic delivery systems and provide additional delivery confirmation by using network data.

[0020] In an example embodiment, a delivery verification computer device (also referred to as a delivery verification server) includes a processor in communication with a memory. The verification computer device communicates with a merchant and provides delivery services for the merchant.

[0021] In an example embodiment, a delivery verification server receives an online order placed by a cardholder. The online order originates from a cardholder computer device used by the cardholder to place the order. In an example embodiment, the online order is a purchase order from a merchant for delivery of one or more products to the cardholder at a delivery address. The online order also includes network information for a wireless network associated with the delivery address.

[0022] In an example embodiment, a cardholder uses a cardholder computer device to place an online order using an e-commerce website associated with a merchant. The cardholder computer device is connected to a cardholder router so that the cardholder router routes information and data from the cardholder computer device to the Internet. In some embodiments, the cardholder computer device is wirelessly connected to the cardholder router via a wireless network associated with the cardholder router. In other embodiments, the cardholder computer device is connected to the cardholder router via a wired connection. In some embodiments, at least one computer device associated with the online order is capable of determining network information about the wireless network based on a message sent from the cardholder computer device to a website associated with the merchant. In some embodiments, the cardholder router includes a wireless access point for wirelessly connecting to the computer device. In other embodiments, the cardholder router and the wireless access point are separate devices, where the cardholder router and the wireless access point are connected via a computer network.

[0023] In some embodiments, the network information is captured by the payment processing network as part of the authentication process. In other embodiments, the network information is captured by the merchant as part of the ordering process. The payment processing network or the merchant stores the network information in a database. In some embodiments, the delivery verification server receives the network information directly from the cardholder or the merchant. In other embodiments, the delivery verification server receives the online order and retrieves the network information from the database. In some embodiments, the network information is stored based on previous online orders from the cardholder.

[0024] In some embodiments, the network information also includes an Internet Protocol (IP) address associated with at least one of a cardholder computer device, a cardholder router, and a wireless access point. In these embodiments, the delivery verification server can verify the delivery address based on the IP address, where the IP address is associated with the physical area. In an example embodiment, the verification is performed by the payment processing network as part of the authentication / authorization process.

[0025] In an example embodiment, the network information includes information for logging into a wireless network associated with the cardholder router. In some embodiments, the network information may include, but is not limited to, a service set identifier (SSID) of the wireless network, one or more IP addresses associated with the wireless network, a user name and password for accessing the wireless network, and a one-time password for accessing the wireless network.

[0026] In an example embodiment, the delivery verification server configures the delivery device based on the network information and the delivery address. The delivery device can be an automatic delivery device, such as an aerial drone. The delivery device can also be a ground-based drone or an autonomous vehicle. For example, the delivery verification server can send the delivery address and the SSID of the wireless network to the delivery device, thereby configuring the delivery device to travel to the delivery address and scan the wireless using the SSID provided in the network information when the delivery device is within a predetermined distance of the delivery address. Once the delivery device is configured, the delivery device transports one or more products associated with the online order to the delivery address. If the delivery device is able to connect to the wireless network, the delivery device delivers one or more products to the delivery address.

[0027] In an example embodiment, a delivery verification server receives a delivery confirmation message from a delivery device. The delivery confirmation message is sent from the delivery device to a cardholder router via a wireless network. The cardholder router routes the delivery confirmation message to the delivery verification server via the Internet. The delivery confirmation message includes routing information indicating that the delivery confirmation message is sent via a wireless network associated with a delivery address. In an example embodiment, the delivery device connects to the wireless network by using the network information to connect to the cardholder router via the wireless network.

[0028] In some other embodiments, the delivery verification server sends a request to add the delivery device to the trusted device list of the wireless network. In some of these embodiments, the delivery verification server sends a request to the cardholder computer device for the cardholder to add to the trusted device list of the cardholder router. In other embodiments, the request includes a link to automatically add the delivery device to the trusted device list stored by the cardholder router. In some of these embodiments, the request includes the media access control (MAC) address of the delivery device. As part of configuring the delivery device, the delivery verification server configures the delivery device so that the MAC address is included in the request. In still other embodiments, the MAC address is added to the trusted device list, and whenever the delivery device delivers to the delivery address, the delivery device is configured to use the MAC address. In some embodiments, multiple delivery devices are associated with the delivery verification server. Each time the delivery device is selected to deliver a package, the delivery device is reconfigured for the specific delivery.

[0029] In those embodiments where the cardholder router and the wireless access point are separate devices, the wireless access point will maintain a list of trusted devices. Additionally, the delivery device will attempt to wirelessly connect to the wireless access point. Additionally, a delivery confirmation message is routed from the delivery device through the wireless access point to the cardholder router, where the cardholder router routes the delivery confirmation message to the delivery verification server.

[0030] In some embodiments, the delivery device cannot connect to the wireless network at the delivery address. In these embodiments, the delivery device sends a no connection message to the delivery verification server indicating that the delivery device cannot connect to the wireless network. In some embodiments, the no connection message may indicate that the delivery device cannot detect the network. In these embodiments, the delivery verification server may instruct the delivery device not to complete the delivery. In other embodiments, the no connection message may include the signal strength of the wireless network detected by the delivery device. The delivery verification server may compare the received signal strength with a predetermined threshold. If the signal strength exceeds the predetermined threshold, the delivery verification server may determine that the delivery device is at the correct location and may instruct the delivery device to complete the delivery, even though the delivery device cannot access the wireless network.

[0031] In some further embodiments, the delivery verification server may store the delivery confirmation message and all routing data associated therewith in a database. The delivery verification server may send a delivery confirmation message to the merchant indicating that the delivery is complete and providing a level of assurance that one or more products in the online order are delivered to the correct address. In some embodiments, the delivery confirmation message also includes a one-time code that is also stored in the database to confirm that the online order is delivered to the correct location.

[0032] In some embodiments, the delivery device is configured to scan for wireless signals. The delivery device is configured to determine an IP address associated with the wireless network and compare the IP address with the network information. If the IP addresses match, the delivery device can be configured to deliver the package without logging onto the wireless network.

[0033] The methods and systems described herein can be implemented using computer programming or engineering techniques (including computer software, firmware, hardware, or any combination or subset). As mentioned above, at least one technical problem of existing systems is the need for additional delivery confirmation of automatic delivery systems. The systems and methods described herein solve this technical problem. The technical effects of the systems and processes described herein are achieved by performing at least one of the following steps: (a) receiving an online order originating from a user computer device at a delivery verification server, wherein the online order includes a delivery address and network information of a wireless network associated with the delivery address, wherein the network information includes a one-time use pass code for accessing the wireless network and an Internet Protocol (IP) address associated with at least one of the user computer device, a cardholder router, and a wireless access point, wherein the IP address associated with the user computer device is captured during the authentication process of a payment card transaction associated with the online order; (b) verifying the delivery address based on the IP address; (c) sending a request to the user computer device to add a delivery device to a list of trusted devices associated with the wireless network, the request including a media access control (MAC) address to be added to the list of trusted devices; (d) configuring the delivery device based on the network information, the delivery address, the request, and the MAC address included in the request when accessing the wireless network; and (e) receiving a delivery confirmation message from the delivery device sent via the wireless network associated with the delivery address, wherein the delivery device is connected to the wireless network based on the network information, and wherein the delivery device is configured to scan the wireless network when the delivery device is within a predetermined distance of the delivery address. The resulting technical effect is a more accurate delivery confirmation system that provides a method for confirming the delivery of a package or one or more ordered products.

[0034] Some additional technical effects include performing at least one of the following steps: (a) receiving a connectionless message from a delivery device indicating that the delivery device cannot connect to a wireless network at a delivery address, wherein the connectionless message includes a signal strength of the wireless network at the delivery address; (b) verifying the delivery address based on the signal strength of the wireless network despite the inability to access the network; (c) instructing the delivery device to complete the delivery; and (d) instructing the delivery device not to complete the delivery when the connectionless message indicates that a wireless network does not exist at the delivery address.

[0035] Further technical effects include performing at least one of the following: (a) receiving delivery information of a package to be delivered from a delivery verification server, the delivery information including a delivery address and network information of a wireless network associated with the delivery address; (b) configuring a wireless module based on the network information; (c) receiving a package for delivery to the delivery address; (d) traveling to the delivery address; (e) determining a current location of the delivery device; (f) determining a distance between the current location and the delivery address; (g) based on the determined distance, scanning one or more wireless signals associated with the wireless network based on the network information; (h) receiving at least one wireless signal associated with the wireless network; determining the strength of the wireless signal; (i) verifying the delivery address based on the strength of the Wi-Fi exceeding a predetermined threshold; (j) connecting to a wireless network associated with the wireless signal via the wireless module based on the network information; (k) delivering the package at the delivery address; and (l) sending a delivery confirmation message to the delivery verification server via the wireless module over the wireless network.

[0036] As used herein, the terms "transaction card," "financial transaction card," and "payment card" refer to any suitable transaction card, such as a credit card, debit card, prepaid card, charge card, membership card, promotional card, frequent flyer card, identification card, gift card, and / or any other device that can hold payment account information, such as a mobile phone, smart phone, personal digital assistant (PDA), key fob, and / or computer. Each type of transaction card can be used as a payment method to perform a transaction.

[0037] In one embodiment, a computer program is provided and implemented on a computer readable medium. In an example embodiment, the system is executed on a single computer system without being connected to a server computer. In a further example embodiment, the system is environment (Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation of Redmond, Washington). In yet another embodiment, the system operates in a mainframe environment and Server environment (UNIX is a registered trademark of X / Open Ltd. located in Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom). In a further embodiment, the system is environment (iOS is a registered trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. located in San Jose, California). In still further embodiments, the system The system is designed to run on a variety of different environments (Mac OS is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. located in Cupertino, California). The application is flexible and is designed to run in a variety of different environments without compromising any primary functionality. In some embodiments, the system includes multiple components distributed across multiple computing devices. One or more components are in the form of computer executable instructions implemented in a computer readable medium. The systems and processes are not limited to the specific embodiments described herein. In addition, each component of the system and each process can be practiced independently and separately from other components and processes described herein. Each component and process can also be used in combination with other assembly packages and processes.

[0038] In one embodiment, a computer program is provided and implemented on a computer readable medium and utilizes structured query language (SQL) with a client user interface front end for management and a web interface for standard user input and reporting. In another embodiment, the system is web-enabled and runs on a business entity intranet. In yet another embodiment, the system is fully accessible via the Internet to individuals with authorized access outside the firewall of the business entity. In a further embodiment, the system is The application is flexible and designed to run in a variety of different environments without compromising any essential functionality.

[0039] As used herein, an element or step recited in the singular and preceded by the word "a" or "an" should be understood as not excluding a plurality of elements or steps, unless such exclusion is explicitly stated. Furthermore, reference to "an example embodiment" or "one embodiment" of the present disclosure is not intended to be interpreted as excluding the existence of additional embodiments that also incorporate the recited features.

[0040] As used herein, the term "database" may refer to a body of data, a relational database management system (RDBMS), or both. A database may include any collection of data, including hierarchical databases, relational databases, flat file databases, object-relational databases, object-oriented databases, and any other structured collection of records or data stored in a computer system. The above examples are merely examples, and thus are not intended to limit the definition and / or meaning of the term database in any way. Examples of RDBMS include, but are not limited to, Database, MySQL, DB2, SQL Server, and PostgreSQL. However, any database that implements the systems and methods described herein may be used. (Oracle is a registered trademark of Oracle Corporation of Redwood Shores, California; IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation of Armonk, New York; Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation of Redmond, Washington; and Sybase is a registered trademark of Sybase of Dublin, California).

[0041] As used herein, the term processor may refer to a central processing unit, a microprocessor, a microcontroller, a reduced instruction set circuit (RISC), an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a logic circuit, and any other circuit or processor capable of performing the functions described herein.

[0042] As used herein, the terms "software" and "firmware" are interchangeable and include any computer program stored in a memory for execution by a processor, including RAM memory, ROM memory, EPROM memory, EEPROM memory, and non-volatile RAM (NVRAM) memory. The above memory types are merely examples, and are therefore not limiting of the types of memory that may be used to store computer programs.

[0043] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating an example multi-party transaction card industry system 120 for enabling card payment transactions, where merchants 124 and card issuers 130 do not need to have a one-to-one relationship. The embodiments described herein may involve a transaction card system, such as using An interchange network's credit card payment system. MasterCard A set of proprietary communication standards released by MasterCard for exchanging financial transaction data and (MasterCard is a registered trademark of MasterCard International Inc., located in Purchase, New York).

[0044] In a typical transaction card system, a financial institution, referred to as an "issuer," issues a transaction card, such as a credit card, or an electronic payment account identifier to a consumer or cardholder 122, who uses the transaction card to pay for purchases from a merchant 124. In order to accept payments using a transaction card, the merchant 124 typically must establish an account with a financial institution that is part of the financial payment system. The financial institution is typically referred to as a "merchant bank," "acquirer bank," or "acquirer." When the cardholder 122 pays for the purchase using the transaction card, the merchant 124 requests authorization for the purchase amount from the merchant bank 126. The request may be performed over the telephone, but is typically performed using a point-of-sale terminal that reads the cardholder's 122 account information from a magnetic stripe, chip, or raised characters on the transaction card and communicates electronically with a transaction processing computer at the merchant bank 126. Alternatively, the merchant bank 126 may authorize a third party to perform transaction processing on the merchant bank's behalf. In this case, the point-of-sale terminal would be configured to communicate with the third party. Such a third party is typically referred to as a "merchant processor," "acquirer processor," or "third-party processor."

[0045] Using the switching network 128, the computer of the merchant bank 126 or the merchant processor will communicate with the computer of the issuer bank 130 to determine whether the account 132 of the cardholder 122 is in good standing and whether the purchase is covered by the available credit of the cardholder 122. Based on these determinations, the request for authorization will be denied or accepted. If the request is accepted, an authorization code is issued to the merchant 124.

[0046] When the request for authorization is accepted, the available credit limit of the cardholder's 122 account 132 is reduced. Typically, the charge for a payment card transaction is not immediately posted to the cardholder's 122 account 132 because credit cards such as MasterCard The bank card associations of the United States have issued rules that do not allow merchants 124 to collect or "capture" transactions before goods are shipped or services are delivered. However, for at least some debit card transactions, a charge may be posted at the time of the transaction. When the merchant 124 ships or delivers the goods or services, the merchant 124 captures the transaction through an appropriate data entry process, such as at a point-of-sale terminal. This may include transactions that are approved for standard retail purchases bundled every day. If the cardholder 122 cancels the transaction before the transaction is captured, a "void" is generated. If the cardholder 122 returns the goods after the transaction has been captured, a "credit" is generated. The interchange network 128 and / or the issuing bank 130 stores the transaction card information (such as the category of merchant, the merchant identifier, the location where the transaction was completed, the amount purchased, the date and time of the transaction) in the database 220 (in Figure 2 ).

[0047] After a purchase has been made, a clearing process occurs to transfer additional transaction data related to the purchase between the transaction parties, such as the merchant bank 126, the exchange network 128, and the issuer bank 130. More specifically, during and / or after the clearing process, additional data, such as the time of purchase, the merchant name, the type of merchant, purchase information, cardholder account information, the type of transaction, itinerary information, information about the purchased items and / or services, and / or other suitable information, is associated with the transaction and sent between the transaction parties as transaction data and may be stored by any of the parties to the transaction. In an example embodiment, when the cardholder 122 purchases travel, such as airline tickets, hotel stays, and / or rental cars, at least a portion of the itinerary information is sent as transaction data during the clearing process. When the exchange network 128 receives the itinerary information, the exchange network 128 routes the itinerary information to the database 220.

[0048] For debit card transactions, when the issuer approves the request for personal identification number (PIN) authorization, the cardholder's account 132 is debited. Typically, the charge is immediately posted to the cardholder's account 132. The payment card association then sends the approval to the acquiring processor for dispensing goods / services or information, or in the case of an automated teller machine (ATM), cash.

[0049] After the transaction is authorized and cleared, the transaction is settled between the merchant 124, the merchant bank 126, and the issuer bank 130. Settlement refers to the transfer of financial data or funds between the merchant's 124 account, the merchant bank 126, and the issuer bank 130 related to the transaction. Typically, transactions are captured and accumulated into "batches" that are settled as a group. More specifically, transactions are typically settled between the issuer bank 130 and the switching network 128, and then between the switching network 128 and the merchant bank 126, and then between the merchant bank 126 and the merchant 124.

[0050] Figure 2is a simplified block diagram of an example system 200 for using network data in an automatic delivery system. In an example embodiment, system 200 may be used to perform a card payment transaction received as part of processing a cardholder transaction associated with an order for a product for delivery. Additionally, system 200 is a product delivery system that includes a delivery verification computer device 215 (also referred to as a delivery verification server 215) configured to use network data to confirm automatic delivery of a product. As described in more detail below, delivery verification server 215 is configured to: receive an online order originating from cardholder computer device 205, wherein the online order includes a delivery address and network information of a wireless network associated with the delivery address; configure delivery device 225 based on the network information and the delivery address; and receive a delivery confirmation message from delivery device 225 sent over a wireless network associated with the delivery address, wherein delivery device 225 is connected to the wireless network based on the network information.

[0051] In an example embodiment, the cardholder computer device 205 is a computer that includes a web browser or software application to enable the cardholder computer device 205 to access the delivery verification server 215 using the Internet. More specifically, the cardholder computer device 205 is communicatively coupled to the Internet through a number of interfaces, including but not limited to at least one of: a network (such as the Internet, a local area network (LAN), a wide area network (WAN), or an integrated services digital network (ISDN)), a dial-up connection, a digital subscriber line (DSL), a cellular telephone connection, and a cable modem. The cardholder computer device 205 can be any device capable of accessing the Internet, including but not limited to a desktop computer, a laptop computer, a personal digital assistant (PDA), a cellular phone, a smart phone, a tablet computer, a phablet, or other web-based connectable device. In an example embodiment, the cardholder 122 (on Figure 1 ) using the cardholder computer device 205 to access the merchant 124 (in Figure 1 ) to place an order and check the status of the order.

[0052] The cardholder router 210 is associated with the cardholder computer device 205. In an example embodiment, the cardholder router 210 is a wireless router, such as a Wi-Fi router. The cardholder router 210 projects a wireless network that allows computer devices such as the cardholder computer device 205 to wirelessly connect to the cardholder router 210. In an example embodiment, the cardholder router 205 is a gateway between the cardholder computer device 205 and the Internet. In some embodiments, the cardholder router 210 is a router at the cardholder's residence. In other embodiments, the cardholder router 210 is a router at the cardholder's business location. In an example embodiment, the cardholder router 210 provides wireless Internet access at a location to which the cardholder 122 desires to deliver one or more products. In an example embodiment, the cardholder router 210 is configured to operate in a wireless LAN (WLAN) only or in a hybrid wired / wireless network. In an example embodiment, the cardholder router 210 broadcasts its service set identifier (SSID). The cardholder router 210 is also configured to receive access requests from computer devices such as the cardholder computer device 205. In some embodiments, the cardholder router 210 broadcasts an encrypted wireless network and requires user authentication, such as a username and password, before providing access. In these embodiments, the cardholder router 210 may encrypt using WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA2-PSK, or any other encryption method. In further embodiments, the cardholder router 210 only grants access to a predetermined list of computer devices, also referred to as a trusted device list. The list may be updated by the cardholder 122 or other users who may access the cardholder router 210.

[0053] Although in the example embodiment, the cardholder router 210 includes a wireless access point, in other embodiments, the cardholder router 210 is separate from the wireless access point. In these embodiments, the cardholder router 210 and the wireless access point communicate via one or more computer networks. As separate devices, the cardholder router 210 and the wireless access point will have different IP addresses and different MAC addresses. In some further embodiments, the cardholder router 210 can be wirelessly connected to the wireless access point as a client device. The wireless access point can include any portion of the wireless network functionality necessary to work with the cardholder router 210 as described herein.

[0054] The database server 216 is communicatively coupled to a database 220 that stores data. In one embodiment, the database 220 includes online orders, delivery addresses, network information, and delivery confirmation messages. In an example embodiment, the database 220 is stored remotely from the delivery verification server 215. In some embodiments, the database 220 is decentralized. In an example embodiment, a person can access the database 220 by logging into the delivery verification server 215 via a client system 230 or a cardholder computer device 205, as described herein.

[0055] The delivery device 225 is an autonomous vehicle capable of delivering one or more products. In some embodiments, the delivery device 225 is an aerial drone. In other embodiments, the delivery device 225 is a ground-based drone, such as an autonomous car. In some embodiments, the delivery device 225 is more than one automatic device that works together to deliver the product to a location. In an example embodiment, the delivery device 225 is communicatively coupled to the delivery verification server 215. In an example embodiment, the delivery device 225 includes a wireless communication module for connecting to a wireless network (such as a wireless network associated with the cardholder router 210). In some embodiments, the delivery device 225 also includes a cellular connection for communicating with the delivery verification server 215. In some further embodiments, the delivery device 225 also includes a wired connection such as for communicating with the delivery verification server 215 when the delivery device 225 is inserted into a charging station (not shown). In some embodiments, there are multiple delivery devices 225 and these delivery devices 225 are included in the system 200. Each time a delivery device 225 is selected to deliver a package, the delivery device 225 is reconfigured for the delivery. In an example embodiment, delivery device 225 includes a navigation module for determining its current location and determining one or more routes to a destination. In some embodiments, the navigation module includes a global positioning system (GPS) or some other positioning system that allows it to travel from one location to another.

[0056] In example embodiments, the delivery verification server 215 tracks and manages the delivery of products ordered from the merchant 124. In some embodiments, the delivery verification server 215 is associated with the merchant 124. In some of these embodiments, the delivery verification server 215 hosts an e-commerce website associated with the merchant 124. In other embodiments, the delivery verification server 215 is associated with a third party that provides delivery services for the merchant 124. In some embodiments, the delivery verification server 215 is associated with a payment network. In other embodiments, the delivery verification server 215 communicates only with the payment network 120. The delivery verification server 215 is communicatively coupled to the Internet through a number of interfaces, including but not limited to at least one of a network (such as the Internet, a local area network (LAN), a wide area network (WAN), or an integrated services digital network (ISDN)), a dial-up connection, a digital subscriber line (DSL), a cellular telephone connection, and a cable modem.

[0057] In an example embodiment, client system 230 is a computer that includes a web browser or software application to enable client system 230 to access delivery verification server 215 using the Internet. More specifically, client system 230 is communicatively coupled to the Internet through a number of interfaces, including but not limited to at least one of: a network (such as the Internet, a local area network (LAN), a wide area network (WAN), or an integrated services digital network (ISDN)), a dial-up connection, a digital subscriber line (DSL), a cellular phone connection, and a cable modem. Client system 230 can be any device capable of accessing the Internet, including but not limited to a desktop computer, a laptop computer, a personal digital assistant (PDA), a cellular phone, a smart phone, a tablet, a phablet, or other web-based connectable device.

[0058] Figure 3 The present invention is illustrated in one embodiment Figure 2 200. The example configuration of the client system 230 is shown in FIG. 200. The user computer device 302 is operated by the user 301. The user computer device 302 may include, but is not limited to, the cardholder computer device 205, the delivery device 225, and the client system 230 (all in FIG. 200). Figure 1 302). User computer device 302 includes a processor 305 for executing instructions. In some embodiments, executable instructions are stored in a memory area 310. (For example, in a multi-core configuration) Processor 305 may include one or more processing units. Memory area 310 is any device that allows information such as executable instructions and / or transaction data to be stored and retrieved. Memory area 310 may include one or more computer-readable media.

[0059] The user computer device 302 also includes at least one media output component 315 for presenting information to the user 301. The media output component 315 is any component capable of conveying information to the user 301. In some embodiments, the media output component 315 includes an output adapter (not shown), such as a video adapter and / or an audio adapter. The output adapter is operably coupled to the processor 305 and is operably coupled to an output device such as a display device (e.g., a cathode ray tube (CRT), a liquid crystal display (LCD), a light emitting diode (LED) display, or an "electronic ink" display) or an audio output device (e.g., a speaker or headphones). In some embodiments, the media output component 315 is configured to present a graphical user interface (e.g., a web browser and / or a client application) to the user 301. The graphical user interface may include, for example, an online store interface for viewing and / or purchasing items and / or a wallet application for managing payment information. In some embodiments, the user computer device 302 includes an input device 320 for receiving input from the user 301. User 301 can use input device 320 to select and / or enter one or more items to be purchased and / or purchase requests, or access credential information and / or payment information without restriction. Input device 320 may include, for example, a keyboard, a pointing device, a mouse, a stylus, a touch-sensitive panel (e.g., a touchpad or touch screen), a gyroscope, an accelerometer, a position detector, a biometric input device, and / or an audio input device. A single component such as a touch screen can be used as both an output device of media output component 315 and an input device 320.

[0060] The user computer device 302 may also include a communication interface that is communicatively coupled to a delivery verification server 215 (eg, Figure 2 3. The communication interface 325 may include, for example, a wired or wireless network adapter and / or a wireless data transceiver for use with a mobile telecommunications network.

[0061] Stored in memory area 310 are computer readable instructions for providing a user interface to user 301 via media output component 315 and optionally receiving and processing input from input device 320. The user interface may include, among other possibilities, a web browser and / or a client application. A web browser enables a user (such as user 301) to display and interact with media and other information typically embedded on a web page or website from delivery verification server 215. The client application allows user 301 to interact with, for example, delivery verification server 215. For example, the instructions may be stored by a cloud service and the output of the execution of the instructions is sent to media output component 315.

[0062] Processor 305 executes computer executable instructions for implementing various aspects of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, processor 305 is transformed into a special-purpose microprocessor by executing computer executable instructions or being programmed by other means. For example, processor 305 is used such as Figure 6 Program according to the instructions shown in .

[0063] Figure 4 The present invention is illustrated in one embodiment Figure 2 The server computer device 401 may include, but is not limited to, a database server 216 and a delivery verification server 215 (both in Figure 2 4. The server computer device 401 also includes a processor 405 for executing instructions. The instructions may be stored in a memory area 410. The processor 405 may include one or more processing units (eg, in a multi-core configuration).

[0064] Processor 405 is operably coupled to communication interface 415, enabling server computer device 401 to communicate with a remote device (such as another server computer device 401, client system 230, cardholder computer device 205, cardholder router 210, delivery device 225, or delivery verification server 215 (all in Figure 2 For example, the communication interface 415 may receive a request from the client system 230 via the Internet.

[0065] Processor 405 may also be operably coupled to storage device 434. Storage device 434 is any computer-operated hardware suitable for storing and / or retrieving data, such as, but not limited to, a computer program that is associated with database 220 (in Figure 2 In some embodiments, the storage device 434 is integrated into the server computer device 401. For example, the server computer device 401 may include one or more hard disk drives as the storage device 434. In other embodiments, the storage device 434 is external to the server computer device 401 and can be accessed by multiple server computer devices 401. For example, the storage device 434 may include a storage area network (SAN), a network attached storage (NAS) system, and / or multiple storage units, such as solid state drives and / or hard disks in a redundant array of inexpensive disks (RAID) configuration.

[0066] In some embodiments, the processor 405 is operably coupled to the storage device 434 via the storage interface 420. The storage interface 420 is any component capable of providing the processor 405 with access to the storage device 434. The storage interface 420 may include, for example, an Advanced Technology Attachment (ATA) adapter, a Serial ATA (SATA) adapter, a Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) adapter, a RAID controller, a SAN adapter, a network adapter, and / or any component that provides the processor 405 with access to the storage device 434.

[0067] Processor 405 executes computer executable instructions for implementing various aspects of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, processor 405 is transformed into a special-purpose microprocessor by executing computer executable instructions or by being programmed in other ways. For example, processor 405 is used such as Figure 5 Program according to the instructions shown in .

[0068] Figure 5 is used Figure 2 200 in an automated delivery system using network data. In an exemplary embodiment, the process 500 is executed by the delivery verification server 215 (in Figure 2 ) is executed.

[0069] In the exemplary embodiment, the delivery verification server 215 receives 505 a request from the cardholder 122 (at Figure 1 The online order originates from a user computer device, such as cardholder computer device 205 (shown in Figure 2 In the example embodiment, an online order is placed from a merchant 124 (in Figure 1 1) for delivering one or more products to the cardholder 122 at the delivery address. The online order also includes network information for a wireless network associated with the delivery address.

[0070] In the example embodiment, cardholder 122 uses cardholder computer device 205 (in Figure 2 ) using an e-commerce website associated with merchant 124 to place an online order. The cardholder computer device 205 is connected to the cardholder router 210 ( Figure 1205 to the Internet). In some embodiments, the cardholder computer device 205 is wirelessly connected to the cardholder router 210 via a wireless network associated with the cardholder router 210. In other embodiments, the cardholder computer device 205 is connected to the cardholder router 210 via a wired connection. In some embodiments, at least one computer device associated with the online order is capable of determining network information about the wireless network based on a message sent from the cardholder computer device 205 to a website associated with the merchant. In some embodiments, the cardholder router 210 includes a wireless access point for wirelessly connecting to a computer device. In other embodiments, the cardholder router 210 and the wireless access point are separate devices, where the cardholder router 210 and the wireless access point are connected via a computer network.

[0071] In some embodiments, the network information is sent to the payment processing network 120 (in Figure 1 In other embodiments, the network information is captured by the merchant 124 as part of the order process. The payment processing network 120 or the merchant 124 stores the network information in the database 220 (shown in Figure 2 In some embodiments, the delivery verification server 215 receives 505 the network information directly from the cardholder 122 or the merchant 124. In other embodiments, the delivery verification server 215 receives 505 the online order and retrieves the network information from the database 220. In some embodiments, the network information is stored based on previous online orders from the cardholder 122.

[0072] In some embodiments, the network information also includes an Internet Protocol (IP) address associated with at least one of the cardholder computer device 205, the cardholder router 210, and the wireless access point cardholder. In these embodiments, the delivery verification server 215 can verify the delivery address based on the IP address, where the IP address is associated with the physical area. In an example embodiment, the verification is performed by the payment processing network 120 as part of the authentication / authorization process.

[0073] In an example embodiment, the network information includes information for logging into a wireless network associated with the cardholder router 210. In some embodiments, the network information may include, but is not limited to, a service set identifier (SSID) of the wireless network, one or more IP addresses associated with the wireless network, a user name and password for accessing the wireless network, and a one-time use password for accessing the wireless network.

[0074] In an example embodiment, delivery verification server 215 configures 510 delivery device 225 (in Figure 2 ). For example, the delivery verification server 215 can send the delivery address and the SSID of the wireless network to the delivery device 225, thereby configuring the delivery device 225 to travel to the delivery address and scan the wireless network using the SSID provided in the network information when the delivery device 225 is within a predetermined distance of the delivery address. Once the delivery device 225 is configured, the delivery device 225 transports one or more products associated with the online order to the delivery address. If the delivery device 225 is able to connect to the wireless network, the delivery device 225 delivers the one or more products to the delivery address.

[0075] In an example embodiment, the delivery verification server 215 receives 515 a delivery confirmation message from the delivery device 225. The delivery confirmation message is sent from the delivery device 225 to the cardholder router 210 via the wireless network. The cardholder router 210 routes the delivery confirmation message to the delivery verification server 215 via the Internet. The delivery confirmation message includes routing information showing that the delivery confirmation message is sent via a wireless network associated with the delivery address. In an example embodiment, the delivery device 225 connects to the wireless network by using the network information to connect to the cardholder router 210 via the wireless network.

[0076] In some other embodiments, the delivery verification server 215 sends a request to add the delivery device 225 to the trusted device list of the wireless network. In some of these embodiments, the delivery verification server 215 sends a request to the cardholder computer device 205 for the cardholder 122 to be added to the trusted device list of the cardholder router. In other embodiments, the request includes a link to automatically add the delivery device 225 to the trusted device list stored by the cardholder router 210. In some of these embodiments, the request includes a media access control (MAC) address of the delivery device 225. As part of configuring 510 the delivery device 225, the delivery verification server 215 configures 510 the delivery device 225 so that the MAC address is included in the request. In still other embodiments, the MAC address is added to the trusted device list, and each time the delivery device 225 delivers to the delivery address, the delivery device 225 is configured to use the MAC address. In some embodiments, multiple delivery devices 225 are associated with the delivery verification server 215. Each time a delivery device 225 is selected to deliver a package, the delivery device 225 is reconfigured for that particular delivery.

[0077] In those embodiments where the cardholder router 210 and the wireless access point are separate devices, the wireless access point will maintain a list of trusted devices. Additionally, the delivery device 225 will attempt to wirelessly connect to the wireless access point. Additionally, a delivery confirmation message is routed from the delivery device 225 through the wireless access point to the cardholder router 210, where the cardholder router 210 routes the delivery confirmation message to the delivery verification server 215.

[0078] In some embodiments, the delivery device 225 cannot connect to the wireless network at the delivery address. In these embodiments, the delivery device 225 sends a no connection message to the delivery verification server indicating that the delivery device 225 cannot connect to the wireless network. In some embodiments, the no connection message may indicate that the delivery device 225 cannot detect the network. In these embodiments, the delivery verification server 215 may instruct the delivery device not to complete the delivery. In other embodiments, the no connection message may include the signal strength of the wireless network detected by the delivery device 225. The delivery verification server 215 may compare the received signal strength with a predetermined threshold. If the signal strength exceeds the predetermined threshold, the delivery verification server 215 may determine that the delivery device 225 is at the correct location and may instruct the delivery device 225 to complete the delivery, even though the delivery device 225 cannot access the wireless network.

[0079] In some further embodiments, the delivery verification server 215 may store the delivery confirmation message and all routing data associated therewith in the database 220. The delivery verification server 215 may send a delivery completion message to the merchant 124 indicating that the delivery is complete and providing a level of assurance that one or more products in the online order are delivered to the correct address. In some embodiments, the delivery confirmation message also includes a one-time code that is also stored in the database 220 to confirm that the online order is delivered to the correct location.

[0080] In some embodiments, the delivery device 225 is configured to scan for wireless signals. The delivery device 225 is configured to determine an IP address associated with the wireless network and compare the IP address with the network information. If the IP address matches, the delivery device 225 can be configured to deliver the package without logging on to the wireless network.

[0081] Figure 6 is used Figure 2 600 for verifying delivery in an automated delivery system using the system 200 shown in FIG. 600. In an exemplary embodiment, the process 600 is performed by the delivery device 225 (in Figure 2 ) is executed.

[0082] In an exemplary embodiment, the delivery device 225 receives 605 a request to receive a request from the delivery verification server 215 (at Figure 2225). The delivery information includes the delivery address and network information of the wireless network associated with the delivery address. The network information may include, but is not limited to, a service set identifier (SSID) of the wireless network, a user name and password for accessing the wireless network, a one-time use password for accessing the wireless network, and a MAC address of the delivery device 225 when accessing the wireless network.

[0083] Delivery device 225 includes a wireless module, such as communication interface 325 (in Figure 3 ). Delivery device 225 configures 610 the wireless module based on the network information. For example, delivery device 225 may configure 610 the wireless module to use the MAC address provided in the network information.

[0084] The delivery device 225 receives 615 a package to be delivered to a delivery address. The delivery device 225 travels to the delivery address. In an example embodiment, the delivery device 225 scans 625 one or more wireless signals associated with a wireless network, such as a Wi-Fi signal. In some embodiments, the delivery device 225 scans 625 a wireless network by looking at the SSID of the wireless network detected by the wireless module. In other embodiments, the delivery device 225 scans 625 a wireless signal associated with an IP address. In some embodiments, the delivery device 225 analyzes the signal strength of the wireless signal.

[0085] When the delivery device 225 detects the wireless network from the network information, the delivery device 225 connects 630 to the wireless network. In an example embodiment, the delivery device 225 sends a connection request to the cardholder router 210 via the wireless network. In an example embodiment, the connection request includes information from the network information, such as a username and password to log into the wireless network. After successfully connecting to the wireless network and the associated cardholder router 210, the delivery device 225 believes that it is in the correct delivery location, i.e., the delivery address. In an example embodiment, the delivery device 225 delivers 635 the package.

[0086] In an example embodiment, delivery device 225 sends 640 a delivery confirmation message to delivery verification server 215 via the wireless network and cardholder router 210. The delivery confirmation message includes routing information indicating that the delivery confirmation message was sent via the wireless network associated with the delivery address.

[0087] In some embodiments, delivery device 225 receives one or more wireless signals associated with a wireless network. Delivery device 225 determines the strength of the wireless signal associated with the wireless network. Based on the strength of the wireless signal, delivery device 225 determines whether the delivery address is correct. For example, delivery device 225 analyzes the strength of the wireless signal and determines that because the wireless signal is strong, delivery device 225 is physically close to cardholder router 210. Because cardholder router 210 is associated with the delivery address, delivery device 225 determines that it is at the correct delivery address. In these embodiments, delivery device 225 can be configured to measure the signal strength at multiple locations to triangulate the location of cardholder router 210 for comparison with the delivery address.

[0088] In some embodiments, the delivery device 225 begins scanning 625 for wireless signals associated with a wireless network before arriving at the delivery address. In these embodiments, the delivery device 225 begins scanning 625 a predetermined distance from the delivery address. In these embodiments, the delivery device 225 determines its current location, such as via GPS. The delivery device 225 then determines the distance between its current location and the delivery address. Then, when the determined distance is less than a predetermined threshold, the delivery device 225 begins scanning. In some further embodiments, the delivery device 225 may use the strength of the wireless signals associated with the wireless network as an additional check to determine its current location.

[0089] In some further embodiments, the delivery device 225 also includes a cellular module for communicating with the delivery verification server 215 when the delivery device 225 is traveling. The delivery device 225 can receive additional information about the online order through the cellular module. In addition, when a problem occurs, such as if the delivery device 225 cannot connect to a wireless network or find a wireless network, the delivery device 225 can use the cellular module to communicate with the delivery verification server 215.

[0090] Figure 7 Yes, you can Figure 2 700 is a diagram of components of one or more example computing devices used in the system 200. In some embodiments, the computing device 710 is similar to the delivery verification server 215 (in Figure 2 720). Database 720 may be coupled to several individual components within computing device 710 that perform specific tasks. In this embodiment, database 720 includes online orders 722, delivery addresses 724, network information 726, and delivery confirmation messages 728. In some embodiments, database 720 is similar to database 220 (in Figure 2 ).

[0091] The computing device 710 includes a database 720 and a data storage device 730. The computing device 710 also includes a communication component 740 for receiving 505 online orders, receiving 515 delivery confirmations (both in Figure 5 ), receiving 605 delivery information, and sending 640 a delivery confirmation message (both in Figure 6 ). The computing device 710 also includes a configuration component 750 for configuring 510 the delivery device (in Figure 5 ) and configure 610 wireless module (in Figure 6 ). The computing device 710 also includes a device for scanning 625 one or more wireless signals (in Figure 6 ) scanning component 760. In addition, computing device 710 includes a device for connecting 630 to a wireless component (shown in Figure 6 7. A processing component 780 assists in executing computer executable instructions associated with the system.

[0092] Having described various aspects of the disclosure in detail, it will be apparent that modifications and variations may be made without departing from the scope of various aspects of the disclosure as defined in the appended claims. As various changes may be made to the above-described constructions, products, and methods without departing from the scope of various aspects of the disclosure, it is intended that all matter contained in the above description and shown in the accompanying drawings shall be interpreted as illustrative and not in a limiting sense.

[0093] While the disclosure has been described in terms of various specific embodiments, those skilled in the art will recognize that the disclosure can be practiced with modification within the spirit and scope of the claims.

[0094] As used herein, the term "non-transient computer-readable medium" is intended to mean any tangible computer-based device implemented in any method or technology for short-term and long-term storage of information, such as computer-readable instructions, data structures, program modules and submodules, or other data in any device. Therefore, the methods described herein can be encoded as executable instructions implemented in tangible, non-transient computer-readable media (including but not limited to storage devices and / or memory devices). These instructions, when executed by a processor, cause the processor to perform at least a portion of the methods described herein. In addition, as used herein, the term "non-transient computer-readable medium" includes all tangible computer-readable media, including but not limited to non-transient computer storage devices, including but not limited to volatile and non-volatile media, and removable and non-removable media, such as firmware, physical and virtual storage devices, CD-ROMs, DVDs, and any other digital sources, such as networks or the Internet, and digital devices that have not yet been developed, with the only exception of transient propagation signals.

[0095] This written description uses examples to disclose embodiments, including the best mode, and also enables any person skilled in the art to practice these embodiments, including making and using any device or system and performing any included method. The scope of patent protection of the present disclosure is defined by the claims, and may include other examples that occur to those skilled in the art. If such other examples have structural elements that are not different from the literal language of the claims, or if they include equivalent structural elements that have no substantial positional difference from the literal language of the claims, such other examples are intended to be within the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A computer-based method for using network data in an automated delivery system, the method being performed by a delivery verification server in communication with a memory, the method comprising: receiving, by the delivery verification server, an online order originating from a user computer device, wherein the online order includes a delivery address and network information of a wireless network associated with the delivery address; The delivery verification server sends the network information and the delivery address to the delivery device; as well as A delivery confirmation message sent by the delivery verification server from the delivery device via the wireless network associated with the delivery address is received, wherein the delivery confirmation message includes routing information indicating that the delivery device has established a connection with the wireless network using the network information.

2. The method of claim 1, further comprising: The delivery device is configured to communicate with the wireless network associated with the delivery address.

3. The method of claim 1, wherein the delivery device is configured to travel to the delivery address and connect to the wireless network associated with the delivery address using the network information included in the online order and sent from the delivery verification server to the delivery device.

4. The method of claim 1, wherein the delivery confirmation message is sent from the delivery device to the wireless network and routed from the wireless network to the delivery verification server via the Internet.

5. The method of claim 1, wherein the routing information further indicates that the delivery confirmation message is sent via the wireless network.

6. The method of claim 1, further comprising: sending a request to the user computer device to add the delivery device to a list of trusted devices associated with the wireless network; as well as The delivery device is configured based on the request.

7. A delivery verification server for using network data in an automated delivery system, the delivery verification server comprising one or more processors communicatively coupled to one or more memory devices, the delivery verification server being programmed to: receiving an online order originating from a user computer device, wherein the online order includes a delivery address and network information of a wireless network associated with the delivery address; sending the network information and the delivery address to a delivery device; and A delivery confirmation message is received from the delivery device and is sent via the wireless network associated with the delivery address, wherein the delivery confirmation message includes routing information indicating that the delivery device has established a connection with the wireless network using the network information.

8. The delivery verification server of claim 7, further programmed to configure the delivery device to communicate with the wireless network associated with the delivery address.

9. The delivery verification server of claim 7, wherein the delivery device is configured to travel to the delivery address and connect to the wireless network associated with the delivery address using the network information included in the online order and sent from the delivery verification server to the delivery device.

10. The delivery verification server of claim 7, wherein the delivery confirmation message is sent from the delivery device to the wireless network and is routed from the wireless network to the delivery verification server via the Internet.

11. The delivery verification server of claim 7, wherein the routing information further indicates that the delivery confirmation message is sent via the wireless network.

12. The delivery verification server of claim 7, further programmed to: sending a request to the user computer device to add the delivery device to a list of trusted devices associated with the wireless network; and The delivery device is configured based on the request.

13. A non-transitory computer-readable storage medium having computer-executable instructions stored thereon, wherein the computer-executable instructions, when executed by at least one processor in a delivery verification server having at least one processor coupled to at least one memory device, cause the delivery verification server to: receiving an online order originating from a user computer device, wherein the online order includes a delivery address and network information of a wireless network associated with the delivery address; sending the network information and the delivery address to a delivery device; and A delivery confirmation message is received from the delivery device and is sent via the wireless network associated with the delivery address, wherein the delivery confirmation message includes routing information indicating that the delivery device has established a connection with the wireless network using the network information.

14. The non-transitory computer-readable storage medium of claim 13, wherein the computer-executable instructions further cause the delivery verification server to configure the delivery device to communicate with the wireless network associated with the delivery address.

15. The non-transitory computer-readable storage medium of claim 13, wherein the delivery device is configured to travel to the delivery address and connect to the wireless network associated with the delivery address using the network information included in the online order and sent from the delivery verification server to the delivery device.

16. The non-transitory computer-readable storage medium of claim 13, wherein the delivery confirmation message is sent from the delivery device to the wireless network and routed from the wireless network to the delivery verification server via the Internet.

17. The non-transitory computer-readable storage medium of claim 13, wherein the routing information further indicates that the delivery confirmation message is sent via the wireless network.

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