Delivery support system, delivery support method, and program

Abstract

This delivery assistance system comprises: a delivery acquisition unit; a loading rate calculation unit; a determination unit; a deciding unit; and an output control unit. The delivery acquisition unit acquires information regarding the delivery of packages from each of a plurality of shippers. The information regarding the delivery of packages includes the amount of packages. The loading rate calculation unit calculates the loading rate of packages delivered by the same delivery means at one time, on the basis of the information regarding delivery. The determination unit determines whether the calculated loading rate is equal to or greater than a predetermined value. The deciding unit decides incentives for a plurality of shippers, when the loading rate of packages is equal to or greater than the predetermined value.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a delivery assistance system and the like. [Background technology]

[0002] There is a joint delivery system in which multiple shippers load their goods onto the same delivery vehicle, such as a truck, and deliver them.

[0003] For example, Patent Document 1 describes a technology that makes information about trucks with available loading capacity public on the Internet, soliciting additional shippers and returning the profits from reduced delivery costs through joint delivery to shippers according to the amount of cargo.

[0004] Furthermore, for example, Patent Document 2 describes a technology that calculates a loading rate and, if the calculated loading rate is within a loading rate specified by a user, determines the rising angle of the loading rate angle on a graph that plots the loading rate against time. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0005] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2018-180893 [Patent Document 2] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2015-113187 [Patent Document 3] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2008-097102 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0006] For example, logistics companies would like to promote joint deliveries, but shippers with large volumes of cargo can arrange trucks and other equipment on their own, making it difficult to get them to participate in joint deliveries.

[0007] An example of an objective of the present disclosure is to provide a delivery support system that promotes participation in joint deliveries. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] A delivery assistance system in one aspect of the present disclosure includes a delivery acquisition means for acquiring information regarding delivery of cargo, including the quantity of cargo, from each of a plurality of shippers; a loading rate calculation means for calculating the loading rate of cargo to be delivered at one time using the same delivery means based on the delivery information; a determination means for determining whether the calculated loading rate is greater than or equal to a predetermined value; a determination means for determining incentives to the plurality of shippers if the loading rate is greater than or equal to the predetermined value; and an output control means for presenting the determined incentives.

[0009] A delivery assistance method in one aspect of the present disclosure obtains information regarding the delivery of cargo, including the quantity of cargo, from each of multiple shippers, calculates the loading rate of cargo to be delivered at one time using the same delivery means based on the delivery information, determines whether the calculated loading rate is greater than or equal to a predetermined value, and if the loading rate is greater than or equal to the predetermined value, determines incentives for the multiple shippers and presents the determined incentives.

[0010] A program in one aspect of the present disclosure causes a computer to perform the following process: obtain information regarding the delivery of cargo, including the amount of cargo, from each of multiple shippers; calculate the loading rate of cargo to be delivered at one time using the same delivery means based on the information regarding the delivery; determine whether the calculated loading rate is greater than or equal to a predetermined value; and, if the loading rate is greater than or equal to the predetermined value, determine incentives for the multiple shippers; and present the determined incentives.

[0011] The program may be stored in a non-transitory computer-readable recording medium. [Effects of the Invention]

[0012] According to the present disclosure, it is possible to promote participation in joint deliveries. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0013] [Figure 1] 1 is a block diagram showing a configuration example of a delivery support system according to a first embodiment. [Figure 2] 3 is a flowchart showing an example of an operation of the delivery support system according to the first embodiment. [Figure 3] FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of joint delivery. [Figure 4] FIG. 2 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of connection between the delivery support system and other devices. [Figure 5] FIG. 10 is a block diagram showing a configuration example of a delivery support system according to a second embodiment. [Figure 6] FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a screen for accepting information about delivery. [Figure 7] FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of an incentive display. [Figure 8] 10 is a flowchart showing an example of an operation of the delivery support system according to the second embodiment. [Figure 9] 10 is a flowchart showing another example of the operation of the delivery support system according to the second embodiment. [Figure 10] FIG. 2 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of the hardware configuration of a computer. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0014] Hereinafter, with reference to the drawings, embodiments of a delivery assistance system, a delivery assistance method, a program, and a non-transitory recording medium for recording the program according to the present disclosure will be described in detail. The disclosed technology is not limited to these embodiments.

[0015] (Embodiment 1) First, a description will be given of basic functions of a delivery support system in embodiment 1. Fig. 1 is a block diagram showing an example of the configuration of a delivery support system according to embodiment 1. A delivery support system 10 supports joint deliveries.

[0016] The delivery support system 10 includes a delivery acquisition unit 101, a loading ratio calculation unit 102, a determination unit 103, a decision unit 104, and an output control unit 105.

[0017] The delivery acquisition unit 101 acquires information about the delivery of parcels, including the quantity of parcels, from each of a plurality of consignors. The quantity of parcels may be, for example, the quantity of parcels predicted by the consignor. The prediction here may be a manual, empirical prediction or a prediction using machine learning or the like, and is not particularly limited in terms of the method or accuracy. The quantity of parcels may also be, for example, the quantity of parcels confirmed by the consignor.

[0018] Here, the type of quantity of the cargo may vary depending on the characteristics of the cargo, and is not particularly limited to the spatial quantity of the cargo, the weight quantity of the cargo, or a combination thereof. For example, a weight quantity is used for the quantity of cargo such as steel materials. When the quantity of the cargo is the spatial quantity of the cargo, the unit of the quantity of the cargo may be an existing unit such as volume or the number of pieces in a specific package, and is not particularly limited. When the quantity of the cargo is the weight quantity of the cargo, the unit of the quantity of the cargo may be an existing unit such as weight, and is not particularly limited.

[0019] As a method for the delivery acquisition unit 101 to acquire information related to the delivery of a package, the delivery acquisition unit 101 may receive information related to the delivery of a package. More specifically, for example, the delivery acquisition unit 101 receives information related to the delivery of a package through an operation by a shipper. For example, the operation by the shipper may be performed via a terminal device of the shipper. Alternatively, for example, the delivery acquisition unit 101 may acquire information related to the delivery of an item from a database or the like.

[0020] The loading rate calculation unit 102 calculates the loading rate of packages delivered at one time by the same delivery means based on information about delivery. The delivery means may be, for example, but is not limited to, a vehicle, a ship, an airplane, a drone, etc. The vehicle may be, for example, but is not limited to, a truck, a bicycle, etc.

[0021] Here, the premise for calculating the loading rate is that it has been determined which packages will be jointly delivered by the same delivery vehicle at one time based on the received delivery information. This determination method can be performed using existing technology, and therefore a description thereof will be omitted. The method by which the loading rate calculation unit 102 calculates the loading rate is not particularly limited, and any existing technology can be used. Specifically, for example, the loading rate calculation unit 102 may calculate the loading rate by calculating the ratio of the total amount of packages identified by the delivery information of multiple shippers to the amount of packages that can be delivered by the same delivery vehicle. The loading rate may be the amount of space available for loading on the delivery vehicle, the amount of weight that can be loaded on the delivery vehicle, or the like.

[0022] The determination unit 103 determines whether the calculated loading rate is equal to or greater than a predetermined value. The predetermined value is not particularly limited, but may be, for example, an average loading rate or a target value determined by a logistics company. The predetermined value may be a fixed value such as 80%, or may be a value that varies depending on the season, day of the week, etc.

[0023] The determination unit 104 determines incentives for multiple shippers when the load factor of the parcels is equal to or greater than a predetermined value. Here, the type of incentive is not particularly limited, and may be a discount, points, or the like. For example, if the incentive is a discount, the incentive may be a discount on the current delivery, a discount on the next delivery, or a discount on the contract fee for joint delivery, and is not particularly limited. Furthermore, the type of incentive may be different for each shipper, or may be the same. The current delivery is the delivery for which the load factor is calculated. The next delivery is the delivery that will be made after the delivery for which the load factor is calculated. The contract period for joint delivery is not particularly limited, and may be in units of months, years, or the like.

[0024] Specifically, for example, the determination unit 104 may determine the same incentive for multiple shippers. Alternatively, for example, the determination unit 104 may determine different incentives for each of the multiple shippers.

[0025] The output control unit 105 presents the determined incentive. For example, the output control unit 105 presents the incentive to the shipper. The method by which the output control unit 105 presents the incentive to the shipper is not particularly limited. For example, as a method of presenting the incentive, the output control unit 105 may notify the shipper of the incentive using an electronic message, email, or the like. Alternatively, as a method of presenting the incentive, the output control unit 105 may output the incentive to the shipper's terminal device. Specifically, for example, the output control unit 105 may display the incentive on a display device of the shipper's terminal device. Alternatively, for example, the output control unit 105 may output the incentive as audio to an audio output device of the shipper's terminal device.

[0026] 2 is a flowchart showing an example of an operation of the delivery support system 10 according to the embodiment 1. The delivery acquisition unit 101 receives information about delivery of packages from each of a plurality of shippers (step S101).

[0027] The loading rate calculation unit 102 calculates the loading rate of packages delivered by the same delivery means based on information related to delivery (step S102).

[0028] The determination unit 103 determines whether the calculated loading rate is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (step S103). If the calculated loading rate is equal to or greater than the predetermined value (step S103: Yes), the determination unit 104 determines incentives for multiple shippers when the loading rate of the packages is equal to or greater than the predetermined value (step S104). The output control unit 105 presents the determined incentives (step S105). Then, the delivery support system 10 ends the process.

[0029] On the other hand, if the calculated loading rate is not equal to or greater than the predetermined value (step S103: No), the delivery support system 10 ends the process.

[0030] As described above, in the first embodiment, the delivery support system 10 receives information regarding package delivery, calculates the loading rate for the same delivery means at one time, and determines and presents an incentive if the loading rate is high. This can encourage participation in joint deliveries. Furthermore, if joint deliveries are used more frequently and the loading rate improves, the number of times the delivery means is used relative to the amount of package can be reduced. Therefore, if a delivery means that emits carbon dioxide is used, carbon dioxide emissions can be reduced. Furthermore, traffic congestion can be alleviated.

[0031] (Embodiment 2) Next, a second embodiment will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. In the second embodiment, an example of obtaining information related to delivery and illustrating incentives will be described in more detail. In addition, the second embodiment will be described using a truck as an example of delivery means. Below, explanations of content that overlaps with the above explanation will be omitted to the extent that the explanation of the second embodiment is not unclear.

[0032] FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of joint delivery. For example, in FIG. 3, a logistics company collects and delivers packages from multiple shippers at a joint delivery center. In the example of FIG. 3, the shippers are shipper A, shipper B, and shipper C, and the logistics company loads the packages collected and delivered from each of the multiple shippers onto the same truck for delivery. This delivery is joint delivery. The truck then delivers each package to the destination of each shipper. The destination of each shipper's package here may be the same. Furthermore, the destination is not limited to a specific destination, but may be a direction of the destination, etc. Furthermore, the destination here is not limited to a final destination, but may be a stopover point along the way. Furthermore, the joint delivery in FIG. 3 is just one example, and other joint delivery methods such as a milk run system in which a single truck collects and delivers packages from multiple companies may also be used.

[0033] 4 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a connection between the delivery support system and other devices. For example, the delivery support system 20 is connected to each shipper's terminal device 21 and the like via a communication network NT. In FIG. 4, one communication network NT is shown as an example for ease of explanation, but the delivery support system 20 may be connected to each device via a different communication network NT, and is not particularly limited.

[0034] 4 shows the consignor's terminal device 21-1 and terminal device 21-2, but the consignor's terminal device 21 may be for each consignor, and the number of consignor's terminal devices 21 is not particularly limited. When the consignor's terminal device 21 is not uniquely identified, it is simply referred to as the terminal device 21. The type of the consignor's terminal device 21 is not particularly limited, and may be a smartphone, a tablet device, or a PC (Personal Computer).

[0035] 5 is a block diagram showing an example of the configuration of a delivery support system 20 according to the second embodiment. The delivery support system 20 includes a delivery acquisition unit 201, a loading ratio calculation unit 202, a determination unit 203, a decision unit 204, an output control unit 205, an apportionment calculation unit 206, and an assignment unit 207.

[0036] In the second embodiment, an apportionment calculation unit 206 and an assignment unit 207 are further added to the delivery support system 20 in the first embodiment. The delivery acquisition unit 201 has the function of the delivery acquisition unit 101 according to the first embodiment as a basic function. The loading rate calculation unit 202 has the function of the loading rate calculation unit 102 according to the first embodiment as a basic function. The determination unit 203 has the function of the determination unit 103 according to the first embodiment as a basic function. The decision unit 204 has the function of the decision unit 104 according to the first embodiment as a basic function. The output control unit 205 has the function of the output control unit 105 according to the first embodiment as a basic function.

[0037] The delivery support system 20 may also have a parcel DB (DataBase) 2001. The parcel DB stores information related to parcel delivery. The parcel DB 2001 may store, in association with shipper identification information that identifies a shipper, information related to parcel delivery. As described in the first embodiment, the information related to parcel delivery may include, for example, a predicted parcel volume or a confirmed parcel volume. The parcel DB 2001 may also store, along with the shipper's predicted parcel volume, the date on which the shipper provided this volume to the logistics company. The parcel DB 2001 may also store, along with the shipper's confirmed parcel volume, the date on which the shipper provided this volume to the logistics company. Furthermore, the information related to parcel delivery may be the values ​​of each item related to parcel delivery. The representation format of the items is not particularly limited. The items are not particularly limited to delivery date, destination, designated time, designated temperature, designated packaging, etc.

[0038] Next, each functional unit will be described.

[0039] <Incentives for high loading rates> First, an example of presenting an incentive when the loading rate is high will be described.

[0040] The delivery acquisition unit 201 acquires information about the delivery of packages, including the quantity of packages, from each of a plurality of shippers. As described in the first embodiment, the method by which the delivery acquisition unit 201 acquires the information about the delivery of packages is not particularly limited.

[0041] As described above, the quantity of parcels may be a predicted quantity of parcels or a confirmed quantity of parcels. Generally, the predicted quantity of parcels is expected to be provided by the shipper, for example, a week before the delivery date or a few weeks before the delivery date. On the other hand, the confirmed quantity of parcels is generally expected to be provided by the shipper, for example, a day before the delivery date. Therefore, the delivery acquisition unit 201 may receive the predicted quantity of parcels and the confirmed quantity of parcels from the shipper at different times. The delivery acquisition unit 201 may store the received quantity of parcels together with the date of receipt in the parcel DB 2001.

[0042] Here, an example will be described in which information regarding delivery of a package is received by an operation of the shipper via the shipper's terminal device 21. For example, the output control unit 205 may cause the display device of the shipper's terminal device 21 to display a screen for receiving information regarding delivery.

[0043] FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a screen for accepting information related to delivery. The terminal device 21 displays a screen for accepting information related to delivery. In FIG. 6, the information related to delivery is the values ​​of items related to delivery. On the screen of FIG. 6, items related to delivery such as load capacity, destination, delivery date, and specified time are displayed. Note that in FIG. 6, the amount of cargo is shown as load capacity, and the number of pallets is taken as an example of a unit of load capacity. The screen of FIG. 6 includes input fields into which values ​​of each item can be entered.

[0044] In FIG. 6, as an example, the load capacity "10", destination "Tokyo xx", delivery date "November 18, 2021", and time specification "morning" are input by the shipper. The screen in FIG. 6 further includes a "Confirm" button. When the shipper taps the "Confirm" button, the delivery acquisition unit 201 accepts the values ​​entered in each input field. More specifically, for example, when the shipper taps the "Confirm" button, the terminal device 21 transmits the values ​​entered in each input field to the delivery support system 20. Note that the terminal device 21 may transmit the input values ​​together with shipper identification information that can uniquely identify the shipper. Then, by receiving the input values, the delivery acquisition unit 201 can acquire the input values ​​as information related to delivery.

[0045] The loading rate calculation unit 202 calculates the loading rate of parcels to be delivered at the same time by the same delivery means based on the delivery information. As described in the first embodiment, the loading rate is calculated assuming that it has been determined which parcels will be jointly delivered at the same time by the same delivery means based on the received delivery information. Note that the delivery support system 20 may have a functional unit for making this determination, or another device may have this functional unit; the implementation method is not particularly limited. Also, as described in the first embodiment, the method by which the loading rate calculation unit 202 calculates the loading rate is not particularly limited as long as existing technology is used. When the delivery information includes a confirmed quantity of parcels, the loading rate calculation unit 202 calculates the loading rate for the same truck based on the confirmed quantity of parcels. Furthermore, the loading rate calculation unit 202 may calculate the loading rate for each shipper. The loading rate for each shipper is also referred to as the shipper loading rate. Here, for example, the shipper loading rate may be the shipper loading rate based on the amount of cargo of the shipper relative to the load capacity that can be carried by a truck, which is the delivery means, or it may be the shipper loading rate that is the ratio of the loading rate of the shipper's cargo to the calculated overall loading rate, and is not particularly limited.

[0046] The determining unit 203 determines whether the calculated loading ratio is equal to or greater than a predetermined value.

[0047] The determination unit 204 then determines incentives for multiple shippers when the loading rate of cargo on the same truck at one time is equal to or greater than a predetermined value. As explained in the first embodiment, the type of incentive may be different for each shipper, or may be the same for each shipper. This allows incentives to be awarded when the loading rate is high.

[0048] <Example of deciding the same incentive for multiple shippers> As described in the first embodiment, for example, the determination unit 204 may determine the same incentive for multiple shippers who load their cargo onto the same truck at the same time. For example, incentives for when the cargo load rate is equal to or greater than a predetermined value may be determined in advance. Specifically, for example, the determination unit 204 determines predetermined incentives for multiple shippers when the cargo load rate is equal to or greater than a predetermined value. Furthermore, the predetermined incentives may be represented in a tabular form. For example, the determination unit 204 may determine the same incentives for multiple shippers by referring to a table when the cargo load rate is equal to or greater than a predetermined value. Note that in the following description, when incentives are determined in advance, the predetermined incentives may be represented in a tabular form, and the determination unit 204 may determine the incentives by referring to the table.

[0049] Here, the incentive may differ depending on the time of year, the day of the week, etc. For example, if the delivery means is a truck, the traffic volume differs depending on the time of year and the day of the week. Therefore, for example, the incentive may be set so that the incentive for times or days with heavy traffic volume is higher than the incentive for times or days with light traffic volume.

[0050] Incentives may also be determined according to the loading rate. For example, the higher the loading rate, the higher the incentive. Specifically, incentives may be determined according to a range of loading rates. For example, if the incentive is a discount, when the predetermined value is 80%, the incentive may be determined as a 1% discount when the loading rate is between 80% and 90%, and a 2% discount when the loading rate is 90% or higher. In this way, the determination unit 204 may determine the same incentive for multiple shippers based on the loading rates of packages delivered at the same time by the same delivery means.

[0051] <Example of determining incentives by shipper> Furthermore, for example, the determination unit 204 may determine different incentives for each of a plurality of shippers.

[0052] Specifically, for example, the determination unit 204 determines an incentive for each of the multiple shippers based on the shipper load rate of the delivery means for each of the multiple shippers. More specifically, for example, the determination unit 204 determines an incentive for each of the multiple shippers so that the higher the shipper load rate, the higher the incentive. For example, the incentive may be determined according to the range of the shipper load rate. For example, if the predetermined value is 80%, there may be no incentive when the shipper load rate is between 0% and 10%, and the incentive when the shipper load rate is between 10% and 30% may be a 1% discount. Furthermore, the incentive when the shipper load rate is between 30% and 60% may be a 2% discount, and the incentive when the shipper load rate is 60% or more may be a 3% discount. As shown in the example figures, no incentive may be provided to shippers with low shipper load rates.

[0053] The predetermined incentives may be represented in a table in association with the shipper load factor. For example, the determination unit 204 may refer to the table and determine the same incentive for each of the multiple shippers according to the shipper load factor for each of the multiple shippers.

[0054] Alternatively, specifically, for example, the determination unit 204 determines the incentive for each of the multiple shippers according to the date on which the predicted cargo volume was received. More specifically, for example, the determination unit 204 determines the incentive for each of the multiple shippers so that the earlier the shipper received the predicted cargo volume, the higher the incentive. For example, the incentive may be determined in advance, such as one day, two days, one week, or two weeks before the delivery date.

[0055] Furthermore, predetermined incentives may be represented in a table in association with the number of days from the delivery date to the date of receipt. For example, the determination unit 204 may refer to the table and determine the same incentive for each of multiple shippers according to the date on which the predicted shipment volume for each of the multiple shippers is received.

[0056] Alternatively, specifically, for example, the determination unit 204 determines an incentive for each of the multiple shippers according to the difference between the predicted amount of cargo and the confirmed amount of cargo. The determination unit 204 may determine an incentive for each of the multiple shippers such that the smaller the difference between the predicted amount of cargo and the confirmed amount of cargo is, the higher the incentive will be.

[0057] For example, incentives may be pre-determined for each difference between the predicted amount of cargo and the confirmed amount of cargo. The pre-determined incentives may be tabulated in association with the difference. The determination unit 204 may refer to the table and determine the same incentive for each of the multiple shippers in accordance with the difference between the predicted amount of cargo and the confirmed amount of cargo for each of the multiple shippers.

[0058] This concludes the description of an example of the method by which the determination unit 204 determines incentives. The methods of determining incentives by the determination unit 204 may be combined. For example, the example of determining the same incentive for multiple shippers and the example of determining incentives for each shipper may be combined. For example, the determination unit 204 may determine the same incentive as a basic incentive for multiple shippers and further determine incentives for each shipper as additional incentives. Furthermore, for example, when determining incentives for each shipper, the determination unit 204 may determine the incentives so that the earlier the date on which the predicted cargo volume was received, the smaller the difference between the predicted cargo volume and the confirmed cargo volume, and the higher the loading rate, the higher the incentive. Furthermore, in the example of determining the same incentive for multiple shippers, if the type of incentive differs for each shipper, the determination unit 204 may determine equivalent incentives for the multiple shippers.

[0059] The output control unit 205 presents an incentive. As described in the first embodiment, the method by which the output control unit 205 presents the incentive is not particularly limited. Here, an example will be described in which the output control unit 205 displays the incentive on the display device of the terminal device 21 of the shipper.

[0060] 7 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the display of incentives. For example, the output control unit 205 causes the display device of the terminal device 21 of the shipper Y to display a screen including the loading rate, the shipper's loading rate, and the incentive.

[0061] Figure 7 shows incentives for Company Y for joint delivery on the delivery date "November 18, 2021." For example, in Figure 7, the truck loading rate is 82%, and Company Y's truck loading rate is 45%. According to Figure 7, the delivery fee is xxx yen, but the discount amount as an incentive is yyy yen, and the fee after the discount is xyx yen.

[0062] Furthermore, although not shown, the output control unit 205 may present the shipper's contribution to the joint delivery by displaying a message such as "Contribution made" when the loading rate is higher than the average loading rate, for example.

[0063] Furthermore, in cases where the incentive is determined based on the date on which the predicted cargo volume is received or the difference between the predicted cargo volume and the confirmed cargo volume, the output control unit 205 may output the date, the difference, etc. In other words, the output control unit 205 may output the reason for granting the incentive together with the incentive. This allows the shipper to understand the reason for granting the incentive. Therefore, it is possible to improve the shipper's motivation to cooperate in joint delivery.

[0064] 5, the granting unit 207 grants an incentive. The timing at which the granting unit 207 grants the incentive may be after or before the completion of delivery, and is not particularly limited. For example, if the incentive is a discount on the delivery fee, the granting unit 207 may grant the incentive when the shipper pays the delivery fee.

[0065] 8 is a flowchart showing an example of an operation of the delivery support system 20 according to the second embodiment. Here, an example will be described in which an incentive is determined for each shipper according to the shipper's loading rate of packages on the same truck.

[0066] The delivery acquisition unit 201 receives information about delivery including the quantity of packages (step S201). In step S201, for example, the delivery acquisition unit 201 receives information about delivery including the quantity of packages through an operation by the shipper via the shipper's terminal device 21.

[0067] Next, the loading rate calculation unit 202 calculates the loading rate of the truck (step S202). The determination unit 203 determines whether the loading rate of the truck is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (step S203). If the loading rate of the truck is not equal to or greater than the predetermined value (step S203: No), the delivery support system 20 ends the process.

[0068] If the loading rate of the cargo on the truck is equal to or greater than the predetermined value (step S203: Yes), the loading rate calculation unit 202 calculates the shipper loading rate of the cargo on the truck for each shipper (step S204).

[0069] Next, the determination unit 204 determines an incentive for each shipper according to the shipper loading rate (step S205). In step S205, for example, the determination unit 204 may determine the incentive so that the higher the shipper's loading rate, the higher the incentive. The presentation unit presents the incentive for each shipper (step S206). The delivery support system 20 ends the processing.

[0070] As described above, in the second embodiment, the delivery support system 20 calculates the loading rate of packages delivered by the same delivery means based on information about the delivery of the packages, including the quantity of the packages, and presents incentives to multiple shippers when the calculated loading rate is equal to or greater than a predetermined value. This makes it possible to promote participation in joint delivery by presenting easy-to-understand benefits to shippers.

[0071] Furthermore, the delivery support system 20 determines the same incentive for multiple shippers according to the loading rate of the delivery vehicle. Since the same incentive is provided to each shipper, it is possible to encourage participation in joint delivery.

[0072] Furthermore, the delivery support system 20 calculates the load factor of each of the multiple shippers on the delivery means, and determines incentives for each shipper according to the load factor. For example, the delivery support system 20 determines incentives for each of the multiple shippers so that the higher the load factor of the shipper, the higher the incentive. This makes it possible to increase the incentive for shippers who are more cooperative in joint delivery. Therefore, it is possible to encourage shippers with large amounts of cargo to participate in joint delivery.

[0073] Furthermore, the delivery support system 20 determines incentives for each of the multiple shippers according to the date on which the predicted cargo volume is received. Knowing the predicted cargo volume early makes it easier to arrange delivery means for joint delivery. Therefore, for example, the delivery support system 20 determines incentives for each of the multiple shippers so that the earlier the shipper receives the predicted cargo volume, the higher the incentive. This makes it possible to increase the incentive for shippers who are more cooperative in joint delivery. Therefore, cooperation in joint delivery can be encouraged.

[0074] Furthermore, the delivery support system 20 determines incentives for each of the multiple shippers according to the difference between the predicted volume of cargo and the confirmed volume of cargo. For example, the arrangement of delivery means may be made based on the predicted volume of cargo. Therefore, if the predicted volume of cargo differs greatly from the confirmed volume of cargo, changes will be made to the delivery means arrangement plan. Therefore, for example, the delivery support system 20 determines incentives for each of the multiple shippers so that the smaller the difference between the predicted volume of cargo and the confirmed volume of cargo, the higher the incentive. This makes it possible to increase incentives for shippers who are more cooperative in joint delivery. Therefore, cooperation in joint delivery can be encouraged.

[0075] <Incentive based on the difference between the contracted shipping fee and the pro rata shipping fee> Next, an example will be described in which an incentive is given based on the difference between the cost at the time of contract and the actual cost in joint delivery.

[0076] For example, logistics companies want shippers to use joint delivery services, but some shippers find it difficult to understand the benefits of joint delivery. Here, we provide a system that provides incentives to shippers who cooperate with joint delivery. This allows shippers to maintain their contracts regarding joint delivery while providing shippers with easy-to-understand benefits of joint delivery.

[0077] The delivery acquisition unit 201 acquires at least one of the quantity and mileage of parcels in joint delivery, and the total delivery fee for the joint delivery, from a database or the like. The quantity of parcels may be acquired, for example, by shipper. For example, the database may store, for each shipper, the identification information of the shipper, the identification information of the delivered parcel, the quantity of the parcels in the joint delivery, the identification information of the delivery means, and the like, in association with each other. Furthermore, the database may store, for example, the identification information of the delivery means, the identification information of the parcel, the mileage, the cost of delivery, and the like, in association with each other, for each delivery.

[0078] The allocation calculation unit 206 refers to the database and calculates the allocation of the costs for the joint delivery for each shipper based on at least one of the quantity of cargo and the distance traveled during the joint delivery. The method of the allocation calculation is not particularly limited, as long as existing technology is used. Furthermore, the allocation calculation unit 206 calculates the allocation for each shipper for each predetermined period. The predetermined period is not particularly limited, and may be a fixed period such as one month or six months, or a period corresponding to the contract period. The period corresponding to the contract period may be, for example, a period shorter than the contract period.

[0079] The determination unit 204 determines the incentive based on the difference between the shipping fee at the time of the contract with the shipper and the shipping fee calculated by the proportional division calculation. The incentive is not limited to points, cash back, a discount on the shipping fee for the next contract, etc.

[0080] Here, the determination unit 204 may determine an incentive if the delivery fee at the time of the contract of the shipper is greater than the delivery fee calculated by the pro rata calculation by a predetermined value or more. The predetermined value may be determined in advance and is not particularly limited. The determination unit 204 may not determine an incentive if the delivery fee at the time of the contract of the shipper is not greater than the delivery fee calculated by the pro rata calculation by a predetermined value or more. In this way, an incentive is provided if the delivery fee at the time of the contract is too high compared to the delivery fee actually incurred for the joint delivery.

[0081] Specifically, for example, the determination unit 204 may determine the incentive so that the incentive becomes higher the greater the delivery fee at the time of the contract with the shipper is than the delivery fee calculated by the pro rata calculation.

[0082] The output control unit 205 presents the incentive to each shipper. The method by which the output control unit 205 presents the incentive to the shipper is not particularly limited. For example, as a method of presenting the incentive, the output control unit 205 may notify the shipper of the incentive using an electronic message, email, or the like. Alternatively, as a method of presenting the incentive, the output control unit 205 may output the incentive to the shipper's terminal device 21. Specifically, for example, the output control unit 205 may display the incentive on a display device of the shipper's terminal device 21. Alternatively, the output control unit 205 may output the incentive as audio to an audio output device of the shipper's terminal device 21.

[0083] For example, a shipper and a logistics company may have a contract for joint delivery. Generally, the contract may be renewed at a specific time. If the shipper does not see any merit in the joint delivery contract, the shipper may cancel or change the contract at the time of renewal. For this reason, the output control unit 205 presents an incentive to the shipper before the next contract renewal time.

[0084] The granting unit 207 grants an incentive. The timing at which the granting unit 207 grants the incentive is not particularly limited. For example, the granting unit 207 may grant the incentive before or after the contract renewal.

[0085] 9 is a flowchart showing another example of operation of the delivery support system 20 according to the second embodiment. The allocation calculation unit 206 calculates the allocation of the delivery fee for the joint delivery based on at least one of the quantity of packages and the travel distance during the joint delivery (step S211).

[0086] Next, the determination unit 204 determines the incentive based on the difference between the delivery fee at the time of the contract with the shipper and the delivery fee calculated by the proportional division calculation (step S212). Then, the output control unit 205 presents the incentive to the shipper (step S213).

[0087] As described above, in the second embodiment, the delivery support system 20 determines an incentive based on the difference between the delivery fee at the time of the shipper's contract and the delivery fee calculated by the proportional calculation of the delivery fee for joint delivery, and presents the incentive to the shipper. This can encourage participation in joint delivery. More specifically, it can help maintain the shipper's contract for joint delivery. It can provide the shipper with an easy-to-understand explanation of the benefits of joint delivery. Furthermore, if joint delivery is used more frequently and the loading rate improves, it can reduce the number of times delivery means are used relative to the amount of cargo. Therefore, when delivery means that emit carbon dioxide are used, it can reduce carbon dioxide emissions. It can also alleviate traffic congestion.

[0088] Furthermore, the delivery support system 20 presents incentives to the shipper before the next contract renewal date. This allows the shipper to confirm the benefits of joint delivery. This makes it possible to further maintain the shipper's contract regarding joint delivery.

[0089] The above is the explanation of each embodiment. Each embodiment may be modified and used.

[0090] <Variation 1> In the first modification, the incentive may be determined further taking into consideration the income and expenditure of the logistics company. For example, the determination unit 204 may determine the incentive when the loading rate is equal to or greater than a predetermined value and the income received by the logistics company is greater than the income received by the intermediate logistics company by a threshold value or more. The income received by the intermediate logistics company is the expenditure of the logistics company. In other words, the incentive may be provided to the shipper when the income and expenditure, which is the difference between the income and expenditure, is sufficient.

[0091] Furthermore, the determination unit 204 may determine the incentive according to the income and expenditure of the logistics company. For example, the determination unit 204 may determine the incentive so that the incentive is higher when the income and expenditure is large than when the income and expenditure is small. Alternatively, the determination unit 204 may determine the incentive so that the income and expenditure is above a certain level. In this way, it is possible to provide incentives according to the income and expenditure of the logistics company.

[0092] Furthermore, even when determining the incentive based on the difference between the delivery fee at the time of the contract with the shipper and the delivery fee calculated by proportional division, the determination unit 204 may take this balance into consideration when making the determination.

[0093] <Variation 2> A higher loading rate can reduce carbon dioxide emissions. Therefore, in Modification 2, the effect of reducing carbon dioxide emissions may be presented to shippers. This can encourage further participation in joint deliveries.

[0094] For example, in variant 2, an emission calculation unit (not shown) may be further provided. The emission calculation unit calculates the amount of carbon dioxide emissions in joint delivery. The method by which the emission calculation unit calculates the amount of carbon dioxide emissions is not particularly limited, and any existing technology may be used, such as the ton-kilometer method, which uses the multiplication of weight and distance, or the fuel method. The emission calculation unit also calculates the total amount of carbon dioxide emissions when each shipper delivers their cargo independently.

[0095] Then, for example, the output control unit 205 presents to each shipper the difference between the amount of carbon dioxide emissions in the joint delivery and the total amount of carbon dioxide emissions when each shipper delivers their cargo independently as the amount of carbon dioxide emission reduction.

[0096] <Variation 3> In the second embodiment, Same In the above example, an incentive is provided when the loading rate of a delivery is high. For example, in Modification 3, the loading rate of each delivery may be calculated, and an incentive may be provided when the average loading rate of a joint delivery is high.

[0097] The period for which the average loading rate is calculated may be, but is not limited to, a week, a month, multiple months, or a year.

[0098] Specifically, for example, the determination unit 203 determines whether the average loading rate in each joint delivery is equal to or greater than a predetermined value. Then, the determination unit 204 determines the incentive if the average loading rate in each joint delivery is equal to or greater than the predetermined value.

[0099] For example, incentives may be determined before a contract for joint delivery is renewed. For example, when incentives are determined for each shipper, incentives may be determined so that shippers who cooperate in joint delivery over a long period of time receive higher incentives.

[0100] <Variation 4> For example, if delivery has not yet been made, an incentive may be offered if at least some of the information relating to the delivery that has been received is changed.

[0101] A change in at least part of the information about the accepted delivery means, for example, a change in the values ​​of at least some of the items related to the delivery. More specifically, taking the time designation as an example, this means that the value of the time designation is changed from "morning" to "afternoon." For example, when the time designation is changed, the combination of packages for joint delivery may change. This may result in an increase in the loading rate.

[0102] Specifically, for example, the loading rate calculation unit 202 may calculate the loading rate when part of the received delivery-related information is changed.

[0103] The determination unit 203 determines whether the loading rate is equal to or greater than a predetermined value when at least a portion of the received delivery-related information is changed. As described above, the predetermined value is not particularly limited. For example, the predetermined value may be the loading rate when the received delivery-related information is not changed. In other words, the delivery support system 20 may be configured to present an incentive when the loading rate increases as a result of changing at least a portion of the delivery-related information.

[0104] Then, the determination unit 204 determines an incentive if the loading ratio after at least a part of the received information about delivery has been changed is equal to or greater than a predetermined value.

[0105] Then, the output control unit 205 presents an incentive when the loading rate is equal to or greater than a predetermined value when at least a part of the received information relating to delivery is changed.

[0106] Furthermore, the output control unit 205 may present an incentive when at least a portion of the received delivery-related information is changed and an incentive when the information is received as delivery, in a manner that allows them to be compared. As an example of presenting these incentives in a manner that allows them to be compared, the output control unit 205 may display these incentives side by side. Note that, if the incentive when at least a portion of the received delivery-related information is changed is higher than the incentive when the information is received as delivery, the output control unit 205 may present these incentives in a manner that allows them to be compared.

[0107] For example, before delivery, the shipper may confirm the incentive and accept some changes. For example, the delivery acquisition unit 201 may accept some changes through the shipper's operation. That is, the delivery acquisition unit 201 newly acquires information related to the delivery of the package. This can improve the loading rate.

[0108] <Variation 5> In the above example, when incentives are determined in advance, the incentives are represented by a table. However, a function capable of determining the incentive may be prepared in advance. For example, when the same incentive is granted to multiple shippers based on the loading rate, a function may be prepared in advance that outputs the incentive when the loading rate is input. The determination unit 204 then inputs the calculated loading rate into the function, and determines the incentives output from the function as the incentives to be granted to the multiple shippers. Note that similar functions may be used in other examples of determining incentives.

[0109] This concludes the description of each modified example. Note that each embodiment and each modified example may be used in combination. Also, for example, in each embodiment, the delivery assistance system may be configured to include each functional unit and part of the information. For example, the delivery assistance system may be configured to include an apportionment calculation unit, a determination unit, and an output control unit.

[0110] Furthermore, for example, the delivery assistance system may be configured to include a delivery acquisition unit, a loading ratio calculation unit, a determination unit, and an output control unit. In such a configuration, the delivery acquisition unit acquires information about package delivery, including package volume, from each of multiple shippers. The loading ratio calculation unit then calculates the loading ratio of packages delivered at one time using the same delivery means based on the delivery information. The determination unit then determines incentives for the multiple shippers according to the calculated loading ratios. The output control unit presents the determined incentives.

[0111] Furthermore, each embodiment is not limited to the examples described above and can be modified in various ways. Furthermore, the configuration of the delivery support system in each embodiment is not particularly limited. For example, the delivery support system may be realized by a single device, such as a single terminal device or a single server. Alternatively, the delivery support system may be realized by different devices for different functions or data. For example, the delivery support system may be configured by multiple servers.

[0112] In each embodiment, each piece of information may include part of the information described above. Also, each piece of information may include information other than the information described above. Each piece of information may be divided into more detailed tables or pieces of information. In this way, the method for realizing each piece of information is not particularly limited.

[0113] Furthermore, each screen displayed on the display device of the shipper's terminal device is an example and is not particularly limited. Buttons, lists, check boxes, information display fields, input fields, etc. (not shown) may be added to each screen. Furthermore, the background color of the screen may be changed.

[0114] In addition, for example, in each embodiment, the process of generating screen information to be displayed on the display device of the shipper's terminal device may be performed by the output control unit of the delivery support system. Also, this process may be performed by the shipper's terminal device.

[0115] (Example of computer hardware configuration) Next, an example of a hardware configuration in which each device, such as the delivery support system and terminal device described in each embodiment, is implemented by a computer will be described. Fig. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a hardware configuration of a computer. For example, some or all of each device can be implemented using any combination of a computer 80 and a program as shown in Fig. 10.

[0116] The computer 80 includes, for example, a processor 801, a read-only memory (ROM) 802, a random access memory (RAM) 803, and a storage device 804. The computer 80 also includes a communication interface 805 and an input / output interface 806. The components are connected to each other, for example, via a bus 807. The number of each component is not particularly limited, and there may be one or more of each component.

[0117] The processor 801 controls the entire computer 80. Examples of the processor 801 include a CPU (Central Processing Unit), a DSP (Digital Signal Processor), and a GPU (Graphics Processing Unit). The computer 80 has a storage unit including a ROM 802, a RAM 803, and a storage device 804. Examples of the storage device 804 include a semiconductor memory such as a flash memory, a hard disk drive (HDD), and a solid state drive (SSD). For example, the storage device 804 stores an operating system (OS) program, application programs, and programs according to the embodiments. Alternatively, the ROM 802 stores application programs and programs according to the embodiments. The RAM 803 is used as a work area for the processor 801.

[0118] The processor 801 also loads programs stored in the storage device 804, ROM 802, etc. The processor 801 then executes each process coded in the program. The processor 801 may also download various programs via the communication network NT. The processor 801 also functions as a part or all of the computer 80. The processor 801 may then execute the processes or instructions in the illustrated flowchart based on the program.

[0119] The communication interface 805 is connected to a communication network NT such as a LAN (Local Area Network) or WAN (Wide Area Network) via a wireless or wired communication line. The communication network NT may be composed of multiple communication networks NT. As a result, the computer 80 is connected to external devices and external computers 80 via the communication networks NT. The communication interface 805 serves as an interface between the communication network NT and the inside of the computer 80. The communication interface 805 also controls the input and output of data from external devices and external computers 80.

[0120] Furthermore, the input / output interface 806 is connected to at least one of an input device, an output device, and an input / output device. The connection method may be wireless or wired. Examples of input devices include a keyboard, a mouse, and a microphone. Examples of output devices include a display device, a lighting device, and a speaker that outputs audio. Examples of input / output devices include a touch panel display. Note that the input device, output device, and input / output device may be built into the computer 80 or may be external.

[0121] The hardware configuration of computer 80 is an example. Computer 80 may have some of the components shown in FIG. 10 . Computer 80 may have components other than those shown in FIG. 10 . For example, computer 80 may have a drive device or the like. Then, processor 801 may read programs and data stored in a recording medium attached to the drive device or the like into RAM 803. Examples of non-transitory tangible recording media include optical disks, flexible disks, magneto-optical disks, and USB (Universal Serial Bus) memories. As described above, computer 80 may have input devices such as a keyboard and a mouse. Computer 80 may have an output device such as a display. Computer 80 may also have an input device, an output device, and an input / output device.

[0122] The computer 80 may also have various sensors (not shown). The types of sensors are not particularly limited.

[0123] This concludes the description of the hardware configuration of each device. There are various variations in the method of realizing each device. For example, each device may be realized by any combination of a different computer and program for each component. Furthermore, multiple components of each device may be realized by any combination of a single computer and program.

[0124] Furthermore, some or all of the components of each device may be realized by circuits for specific applications. Furthermore, some or all of the components of each device may be realized by general-purpose circuits including a processor such as an FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array). Furthermore, some or all of the components of each device may be realized by a combination of circuits for specific applications and general-purpose circuits. Furthermore, these circuits may be a single integrated circuit. Alternatively, these circuits may be divided into multiple integrated circuits. Furthermore, the multiple integrated circuits may be configured by being connected via a bus or the like.

[0125] Furthermore, when some or all of the components of each device are realized by a plurality of computers, circuits, etc., the plurality of computers, circuits, etc. may be centrally located or distributed.

[0126] The delivery support method described in each embodiment is realized by execution by a delivery support system. Furthermore, for example, the delivery support method is realized by execution of a prepared program by a computer such as a server or a terminal device. The program described in each embodiment is recorded on a computer-readable recording medium such as an HDD, SSD, flexible disk, optical disk, flexible disk, magneto-optical disk, or USB memory. The program is then executed by being read from the recording medium by the computer. Furthermore, the program may be distributed via a communication network NT.

[0127] The functions of each component of the delivery support system in each embodiment described above may be realized by hardware, such as a computer, or may be realized by a computer or firmware under program control.

[0128] Although the present disclosure has been described above with reference to various embodiments, the present disclosure is not limited to the above embodiments. The configuration and details of each of the present disclosures may include embodiments to which various modifications that would be apparent to those skilled in the art are applied within the scope of the present disclosure. The present disclosure may also include embodiments in which the details described herein are appropriately combined or substituted as necessary. For example, details described using a particular embodiment may also be applied to other embodiments to the extent that no contradiction occurs. For example, although multiple operations are described in sequence in the form of a flowchart, the order of the descriptions does not limit the order in which the multiple operations are performed. Therefore, when implementing each embodiment, the order of the multiple operations may be changed as long as it does not interfere with the content.

[0129] Some or all of the above-described embodiments can be described as follows: However, some or all of the above-described embodiments are not limited to the following.

[0130] (Appendix 1) a delivery acquisition means for acquiring information regarding delivery of the parcels, including the quantity of the parcels, from each of a plurality of shippers; a loading rate calculation means for calculating a loading rate of packages delivered at one time by the same delivery means based on the information about the delivery; a determination means for determining whether the calculated loading ratio is equal to or greater than a predetermined value; A determination means for determining incentives for the plurality of shippers when the loading ratio is equal to or greater than a predetermined value; an output control means for presenting the determined incentive; Equipped with Delivery support system. (Appendix 2) The determination means determines the same incentive to the plurality of shippers based on the loading rate. Attachment 1: A delivery assistance system. (Appendix 3) The loading rate calculation means calculates a loading rate for the delivery means for each of the plurality of shippers, The determination means determines an incentive for each of the plurality of shippers according to the loading rate for each of the plurality of shippers. Attachment 1: A delivery assistance system. (Appendix 4) the determination means determines an incentive for each of the plurality of shippers such that the incentive increases as the loading rate for each of the plurality of shippers increases. Attachment 3: A delivery assistance system. (Appendix 5) The information about the delivery includes a predicted volume of the package; The determination means determines an incentive for each of the plurality of shippers according to the date on which the predicted amount of cargo is received. Attachment 1: A delivery assistance system. (Appendix 6) the determination means determines an incentive for each of the plurality of shippers such that the earlier the date on which the predicted amount of cargo is received, the higher the incentive. Attachment 5: A delivery assistance system. (Appendix 7) The information about the delivery includes a predicted quantity of the package and a confirmed quantity of the package; the determination means determines an incentive for each of the plurality of shippers according to a difference between the predicted amount of cargo and the confirmed amount of cargo. Attachment 1: A delivery assistance system. (Appendix 8) the determination means determines an incentive for each of the plurality of shippers such that the incentive becomes higher as the difference between the predicted amount of cargo and the confirmed amount of cargo becomes smaller. 7. A delivery assistance system as described in Appendix 7. (Appendix 9) The incentive is at least one of a discount on the current delivery and a discount on the next delivery. 9. A delivery assistance system according to any one of appendices 1 to 8. (Appendix 10) The delivery means is a truck. 10. A delivery assistance system according to any one of appendices 1 to 9. (Appendix 11) obtaining information regarding shipments, including the quantity of shipments, from each of a plurality of shippers; Calculating the loading rate of packages delivered at one time by the same delivery means based on the information about the delivery; determining whether the calculated loading ratio is equal to or greater than a predetermined value; If the loading rate is equal to or greater than a predetermined value, incentives for the plurality of shippers are determined; presenting the determined incentive; Shipping support methods. (Appendix 12) On the computer, obtaining information regarding shipments, including the quantity of shipments, from each of a plurality of shippers; Calculating the loading rate of packages delivered at one time by the same delivery means based on the information about the delivery; determining whether the calculated loading ratio is equal to or greater than a predetermined value; If the loading rate is equal to or greater than a predetermined value, incentives for the plurality of shippers are determined; presenting the determined incentive; Execute the process A non-transitory recording medium readable by the computer, on which the program is recorded. (Appendix 13) On the computer, obtaining information regarding shipments, including the quantity of shipments, from each of a plurality of shippers; Calculating the loading rate of packages delivered at one time by the same delivery means based on the information about the delivery; determining whether the calculated loading ratio is equal to or greater than a predetermined value; If the loading rate is equal to or greater than a predetermined value, incentives for the plurality of shippers are determined; presenting the determined incentive; A program that executes a process. [Explanation of symbols]

[0131] 10,20 Delivery support system 21, 21-1, 21-2 Terminal equipment 101,201 Delivery Acquisition Department 102,202 Loading rate calculation section 103,203 Judgment section 104,204 Decision Section 105,205 Output control section 206 Proportional division calculation section 207 Granting Department 2001 Baggage DB 80 Computer 801 processor 802 ROM 803 RAM 804 Storage device 805 Communication Interface 806 Input / Output Interface 807 Bus NT Communications Network A, B, C, Y Shippers

Claims

1. a delivery acquisition means for acquiring information regarding delivery of the parcels, including the quantity of the parcels, from each of a plurality of shippers; a loading rate calculation means for calculating a loading rate of packages delivered at one time by the same delivery means based on the information about the delivery; a determination means for determining whether the calculated loading ratio is equal to or greater than a predetermined value; A determination means for determining incentives for the plurality of shippers when the loading ratio is equal to or greater than a predetermined value; an output control means for presenting the determined incentive; Equipped with The information about the delivery includes a predicted quantity of the package and a confirmed quantity of the package; the determination means determines an incentive for each of the plurality of shippers according to a difference between the predicted amount of cargo and the confirmed amount of cargo. Delivery support system.

2. The loading rate calculation means calculates a loading rate for the delivery means for each of the plurality of shippers, the determining means determines an incentive for each of the plurality of shippers in accordance with the loading rate for each of the plurality of shippers; The delivery support system according to claim 1 .

3. the determination means determines an incentive for each of the plurality of shippers such that the incentive increases as the loading rate for each of the plurality of shippers increases. The delivery support system according to claim 2.

4. The delivery acquisition means receives information regarding the delivery of the package for each of the plurality of shippers via the shipper's terminal device, the determination means determines an incentive for each of the plurality of shippers according to a date on which the predicted amount of cargo is received. The delivery support system according to claim 1 .

5. the determination means determines an incentive for each of the plurality of shippers such that the earlier the date on which the predicted amount of cargo is received, the higher the incentive. The delivery support system according to claim 4.

6. the determination means determines an incentive for each of the plurality of shippers such that the incentive becomes higher as the difference between the predicted amount of cargo and the confirmed amount of cargo becomes smaller. The delivery support system according to claim 1 .

7. A computer comprising: obtaining information regarding delivery of the parcels, including the quantity of the parcels, from each of a plurality of shippers; Calculating the loading rate of packages delivered at one time by the same delivery means based on the information about the delivery; determining whether the calculated loading ratio is equal to or greater than a predetermined value; If the loading rate is equal to or greater than a predetermined value, incentives for the plurality of shippers are determined; presenting the determined incentive; Execute the process, The information about the delivery includes a predicted quantity of the package and a confirmed quantity of the package; In the determining process, an incentive is determined for each of the plurality of shippers according to a difference between the predicted amount of the cargo and the confirmed amount of the cargo. Shipping support methods.

8. On the computer, obtaining information regarding delivery of the parcels, including the quantity of the parcels, from each of a plurality of shippers; Calculating the loading rate of packages delivered at one time by the same delivery means based on the information about the delivery; determining whether the calculated loading ratio is equal to or greater than a predetermined value; If the loading rate is equal to or greater than a predetermined value, incentives for the plurality of shippers are determined; presenting the determined incentive; Execute the process, The information about the delivery includes a predicted quantity of the package and a confirmed quantity of the package; In the determining process, an incentive is determined for each of the plurality of shippers according to a difference between the predicted amount of the cargo and the confirmed amount of the cargo. program.

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