Method and system for managing cargo manifest

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a method for managing a cargo manifest, and a device therefor. The method by which a computing device manages a cargo manifest, according to several embodiments of the present disclosure, may comprise the steps of: acquiring data of a cargo manifest; grouping cargo included in the cargo manifest on the basis of an identification code of a purchaser; determining representative cargo that represents a plurality of pieces of cargo belonging to a first group; and matching, to a management code of the representative cargo, management codes of the plurality of pieces of cargo belonging to the first group.

Description

Method and system for managing cargo manifests

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a method and system for managing a cargo manifest. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to a method for grouping cargo included in a cargo manifest into multiple groups and managing cargo data for each group, and a system employing the method.

[0002] The overseas direct purchase market, where consumers directly purchase products sold overseas online and receive them via international shipping, is growing every year. According to recent statistics from Statistics Korea, online overseas direct purchases reached KRW 5.14 trillion in 2021, a 26.4% increase year-on-year. The market, which stood at KRW 3.6 trillion in 2019, has grown by over KRW 1 trillion annually, reaching KRW 4.1 trillion in 2020. The industry projects the market will exceed KRW 10 trillion by 2025. Furthermore, as the overseas direct purchase market continues to grow, international shipping is also booming.

[0003] Accordingly, the need to manage cargo manifests, which contain information about cargo transported to consumers via international shipping, is emerging. Cargo manifests are used for various customs-related tasks, such as customs duty assessment / refunds, and the screening / management of drugs, contraband, and counterfeit goods.

[0004] However, there is inconvenience to the buyer in the customs clearance process because the cargoes ordered by the same buyer among the cargoes included in the cargo loading list are all managed with different management numbers.

[0005] Accordingly, a technology is required that can improve user convenience through efficient management of cargo loading lists and enhance purchase satisfaction of users using e-commerce services.

[0006] The technical problem that the present disclosure seeks to solve is to provide a method and device for managing a cargo loading list that can guarantee user benefits and convenience in customs clearance procedures.

[0007] Another technical problem that the present disclosure seeks to solve is to provide a method and device that can easily manage cargoes of the same buyer among cargoes included in a cargo loading list.

[0008] Another technical challenge that the present disclosure seeks to address is to provide a method and device capable of providing recommendation information that can maximize a user's purchase satisfaction and service benefits based on the user's purchase history information included in the cargo loading list.

[0009] The technical problems of the present disclosure are not limited to the technical problems mentioned above, and other technical problems not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art of the present disclosure from the description below.

[0010] A method for managing a cargo loading list according to one embodiment of the present disclosure for solving the above technical problem may include a step of acquiring data of a cargo loading list, a step of grouping cargoes included in the cargo loading list based on a buyer's identification code, a step of determining a representative cargo representing a plurality of cargoes belonging to a first group, and a step of matching the management codes of the plurality of cargoes belonging to the first group with the management code of the representative cargo.

[0011] In one embodiment, the purchaser's identification code may be determined based on one or more of the purchaser's phone number, name, and terminal's unique identification number.

[0012] In one embodiment, the plurality of groups may be further grouped using one or more criteria of an identification code of a cargo transport means and an identification code of the cargo.

[0013] In one embodiment, the identification code of the cargo transport means may be determined based on one or more pieces of information from among the unique identification number of the cargo transport means, the operation time, and the operation route.

[0014] In one embodiment, the identification code of the cargo may be determined based on one or more pieces of information from among the product classification code of the cargo and the size of the cargo.

[0015] In one embodiment, the representative cargo may be determined based on product classification codes of a plurality of cargoes belonging to the first group.

[0016] In one embodiment, the representative cargo may be determined based on the sizes of a plurality of cargoes belonging to the first group.

[0017] In one embodiment, the representative cargo may be determined based on the locations at which the plurality of cargoes belonging to the first group are loaded.

[0018] In one embodiment, the representative cargo may be determined based on the product prices of a plurality of cargoes belonging to the first group.

[0019] In one embodiment, the method for managing a cargo loading list according to the present disclosure may further include a step of processing customs clearance procedures for cargoes included in the cargo loading list using the management codes of the matched cargoes.

[0020] A method for recommending products based on a cargo loading list according to another embodiment of the present disclosure for solving the above technical problem may include a step of obtaining data of a cargo loading list, a step of classifying cargoes included in the cargo loading list based on the same buyer, a step of determining whether the total purchase amount of cargoes ordered by a first buyer is less than a threshold, and a step of providing information on recommended products to the first buyer in response to determining that the total purchase amount is less than the threshold.

[0021] In one embodiment, the recommended product may be a product determined based on the size of the box in which the cargo ordered by the first purchaser is transported.

[0022] In one embodiment, the recommended product may be a product determined based on the product classification category of the cargo ordered by the first purchaser.

[0023] In one embodiment, a method for recommending products based on a cargo loading list according to the present disclosure may further include, in response to receiving an order from the first buyer for the product, a step of updating data of the cargo loading list, a step of grouping cargoes included in the updated cargo loading list based on a buyer's identification code, a step of determining a representative cargo representing a plurality of cargoes belonging to the first group, and a step of matching management codes of cargoes belonging to the first group with the management code of the representative cargo.

[0024] In one embodiment, the purchaser's identification code may be the purchaser's phone number.

[0025] In one embodiment, the representative cargo may be determined based on product classification codes of a plurality of cargoes belonging to the first group.

[0026] According to another embodiment of the present disclosure for solving the above technical problem, a management system for a cargo loading list may include a processor and a memory storing instructions, wherein the instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the processor to perform the following operations: obtaining data of a cargo loading list, grouping cargoes included in the cargo loading list based on a buyer's identification code, determining a representative cargo representing a plurality of cargoes belonging to a first group, and matching management codes of a plurality of cargoes belonging to the first group with a management code of the representative cargo.

[0027] According to another embodiment of the present disclosure for solving the above technical problem, a product recommendation system based on a cargo loading list may include a processor and a memory storing instructions, wherein the instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the processor to perform the following operations: obtaining data of a cargo loading list; classifying cargoes included in the cargo loading list based on the same purchaser; determining whether the sum of purchase amounts of cargoes ordered by a first purchaser is less than a reference value; and providing information on recommended products to the first purchaser in response to determining that the sum of purchase amounts is less than the reference value.

[0028] According to this embodiment, the management codes of multiple cargoes are unified and managed as a single management code, thereby increasing user convenience and efficiency of cargo data management.

[0029] According to this embodiment, when customs clearance procedures for cargoes are performed using the management code of the representative cargo, customs clearance procedures can be processed quickly and easily, and user convenience can be increased.

[0030] According to this embodiment, when a buyer orders overseas products, the buyer's convenience and satisfaction can be improved by automatically providing the buyer with information on recommended products while taking customs standards into account.

[0031] The effects according to the technical idea of ​​the present disclosure are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

[0032] FIG. 1 is a flowchart illustrating a method for managing a cargo loading list according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0033] FIG. 2 is an exemplary drawing of a cargo loading list that may be referenced in some embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0034] Figure 3 is an exemplary diagram for explaining some of the operations illustrated in Figure 1.

[0035] Figure 4 is an example diagram illustrating a method for managing a cargo loading list using an identification code of a cargo transportation means.

[0036] Figure 5 is an example diagram illustrating a method for managing a cargo loading list using a cargo identification code.

[0037] FIG. 6 is a flowchart illustrating a method for recommending products based on a cargo loading list according to another embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0038] Figure 7 is an exemplary diagram for explaining some of the operations illustrated in Figure 6.

[0039] Figure 8 is a detailed flowchart for explaining operations that can be performed in addition to the operations illustrated in Figure 6.

[0040] FIG. 9 is a hardware configuration diagram of a computing system according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0041] Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present disclosure will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings. The advantages and features of the present invention, and methods for achieving them, will become clearer with reference to the embodiments described in detail below together with the attached drawings. However, the technical spirit of the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments and may be implemented in various different forms. The following embodiments are provided only to complete the technical spirit of the present invention and to fully inform those skilled in the art of the present invention of the scope of the present invention, and the technical spirit of the present invention is defined only by the scope of the claims.

[0042] In describing the present disclosure, if it is determined that a detailed description of a related known configuration or function may obscure the gist of the present invention, the detailed description will be omitted.

[0043] Unless otherwise defined, the terms (including technical and scientific terms) used in the following examples may be used with meanings commonly understood by those of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure pertains; however, this may vary depending on the intentions of engineers working in the relevant field, precedents, the emergence of new technologies, etc. The terminology used in this disclosure is for the purpose of describing the embodiments and is not intended to limit the scope of this disclosure.

[0044] In the following examples, singular expressions include plural concepts unless the context clearly specifies that they are singular. Furthermore, plural expressions include singular concepts unless the context clearly specifies that they are plural.

[0045] In addition, terms such as first, second, A, B, (a), (b), etc. used in the following embodiments are only used to distinguish certain components from other components, and the nature, order, or sequence of the components are not limited by the terms.

[0046] Hereinafter, various embodiments of the present disclosure will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings.

[0047] Figure 1 is a flowchart illustrating a method for managing a cargo loading list according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. However, this is merely a preferred embodiment for achieving the objectives of the present disclosure, and it is understood that some steps may be added or deleted as needed. For reference, Figure 1 illustrates the steps / operations of the method performed by the first server managing the cargo loading list. Therefore, in the following descriptions, if the subject of a specific step / operation is omitted, it can be understood that it is performed by the first server.

[0048] As illustrated in FIG. 1, a method for managing a cargo manifest according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may begin with step S100 of acquiring data of a cargo manifest. At this time, the data of the cargo manifest may be data regarding a list of cargoes loaded and transported on a ship or aircraft, and may include information such as the departure and destination points, the quantity, weight, and volume of the cargo, the container in which the cargo is loaded, and the type of cargo. Furthermore, the cargo manifest may be data created by a shipping company transporting the products based on order information from users who purchased the products sold overseas through an online platform.

[0049] Meanwhile, in the specifications below, cargo loaded onto a means of transportation (e.g., ship, aircraft) may be used as a term synonymous with "product" or "goods." In other words, users should note that while the terminology used for overseas direct purchase products or overseas products sold on online platforms differs from that used for cargo transported to the user's country via ship or aircraft, the terms have the same meaning.

[0050] In step S200, the first server can group the cargo included in the cargo loading list obtained in step S100 based on the buyer's identification code. That is, multiple cargoes included in the cargo loading list can be classified into multiple groups based on the buyer's identification code (i.e., buyer identification information). In this case, the buyer's identification code may be determined based on one or more of the buyer's phone number, name, or terminal's unique identification number.

[0051] However, the buyer's identification code is not limited to the examples described above, and the buyer's identification code may be determined through any form of information or combination of information that can distinguish each of multiple buyers, and cargo included in the cargo loading list may be grouped into multiple groups using the determined buyer's identification code.

[0052] Meanwhile, multiple cargoes included in a cargo manifest may be classified into multiple groups based on information other than the buyer's identification code. For example, multiple cargoes included in a cargo manifest may be grouped using one or more criteria among the identification code of the cargo transport means (e.g., aircraft, ship) and the cargo identification code. In this case, the identification code of the cargo transport means may be determined based on one or more of the unique identification number of the cargo transport means (e.g., flight number, ship code), operation time, and operation route. In addition, the identification code of the cargo may be determined based on one or more of the product classification code of the cargo (e.g., product type, classification code according to property, product classification according to risk of damage), and the size of the cargo (e.g., large, medium, small).

[0053] However, the identification code of the cargo transportation means and the identification code of the cargo are not limited to the examples described above, and the identification code may be determined through any form of information or a combination of information that can distinguish each of multiple buyers, and the cargo included in the cargo loading list may be grouped into multiple groups using the determined identification code.

[0054] Additionally, multiple cargoes included in a cargo manifest can be grouped into multiple groups using only the buyer's identification code, or they can be grouped using both the buyer's identification code and the transportation vehicle identification code or the cargo identification code. This is because using different types of identification codes can prevent potential errors in cargo manifest management (e.g., buyers with the same name, or buyers with the same name but different flights).

[0055] In step S300, the first server may determine a representative cargo representing the multiple cargoes belonging to the first group among the multiple groups classified through step S200. At this time, the representative cargo may be determined using various criteria, such as the product classification codes of the multiple cargoes belonging to the first group, the sizes of the multiple cargoes belonging to the first group, the locations where the multiple cargoes belonging to the first group are loaded into the loading space or container of the transportation vehicle, and the product prices of the multiple cargoes belonging to the first group. A detailed description thereof will be provided below with reference to FIG. 5.

[0056] In step S400, the first server can match the management codes of multiple cargoes belonging to the first group with the management code of the representative cargo determined in step S300. In other words, the management codes of multiple cargoes can be unified and managed under a single management code. In this case, the management code may represent identification information that facilitates more convenient and accurate management of multiple cargo data. For example, the management code may be information related to the cargo's customs clearance type / class.

[0057] Thereafter, although not illustrated in FIG. 1, after the management codes of multiple cargoes belonging to the first group are changed to the management code of the representative cargo through step S400, customs clearance procedures for cargoes included in the cargo loading list can be processed using the management code of the representative cargo. Accordingly, since it is sufficient to check only one management code (i.e., the management code of the representative cargo) during the customs clearance procedure, there is no need to check each management code of multiple cargoes individually, user convenience can be increased.

[0058] In summary, cargo included in a cargo manifest can be grouped into multiple groups using the buyer's identification code. A representative cargo can be selected from among multiple cargoes within a given group based on the cargo's product classification code, etc. Thereafter, the management codes of multiple cargoes within a given group are changed to the management code of the representative cargo, allowing multiple cargoes to be managed using a single management code.

[0059] Accordingly, by unifying the management codes of multiple cargoes into a single management code, user convenience and the efficiency of cargo data management can be increased.

[0060] FIG. 2 is an exemplary drawing of a cargo loading list that may be referenced in some embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0061] As illustrated in Fig. 2, the cargo loading list (2a) may be in the form of a table comprising data for each of multiple cargoes. Furthermore, the data for each of the multiple cargoes may include information on multiple items, such as an order number, the buyer's name, the buyer's phone number, flight number, product price, product classification code, and management code.

[0062] Here, the order number may refer to a number assigned to cargo ordered during a specific time period or period. This is because cargo ordered during a specific period is typically grouped and delivered. Referring to Figure 2, cargo ordered during the first period may have the order number 111, and cargo ordered during the second period may have the order number 222. However, the order number is not limited to the above example and may be a number assigned based on the time a user places an order through an online platform. In such cases, the order number may be used as an identification code to distinguish each cargo included in the cargo loading list.

[0063] In addition, the product classification code may mean a classification code based on the type of product, a classification code based on the property, a classification code based on the risk of product breakage, a classification code based on the size of the product, etc. For example, the product classification code for food may start with a capital letter A, the product classification code for clothing may start with a capital letter B, and the product classification code for cosmetics may start with a capital letter C. In other words, the product classification code for cargo may be different depending on the type of product. Similarly, the product classification code may be different depending on the property of the product (e.g., solid, liquid), the product classification code may be different depending on the preset risk of cargo breakage (e.g., the risk of glass products breakage is high, the risk of clothing products breakage is low), and the product classification code may be different depending on the preset size classification criteria (e.g., volume, weight).

[0064] Meanwhile, the flight item of the cargo loading list (2a) of FIG. 2 refers to the item regarding the means of transportation through which the cargo is transported, and may be the unique identification number of an aircraft or a unique identification number of a ship. Furthermore, it should be noted that each item of the cargo loading list (2a) illustrated in FIG. 2 is merely an example, and the items and corresponding data included in the cargo loading list (2a) are not limited to the contents illustrated in FIG. 2. That is, the cargo loading list (2a) may include various items and data regarding the items, such as the size and weight of the cargo, packaging type, and container information, in addition to the contents illustrated in FIG. 2.

[0065] Hereinafter, a process of grouping cargoes included in a cargo loading list (2a) into multiple groups and changing the management code of cargoes belonging to a group to the management code of the representative cargo of the group will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 3 to 5.

[0066] Figure 3 is an exemplary diagram illustrating some of the operations illustrated in Figure 1. More specifically, it is an exemplary diagram illustrating a process of grouping cargoes included in a cargo loading list based on a buyer's identification code and matching the management codes of multiple cargoes belonging to the first group with the management code of the representative cargo of the first group.

[0067] As illustrated in FIG. 3, the cargo loading list (3a) can be grouped based on the buyer's identification code (e.g., buyer's name (Jack)), and the management codes (A, B, C) of cargoes belonging to the first group (30) can be changed to a single management code (A). In this case, when cargoes are grouped based on the buyer's name, a problem may arise due to the existence of buyers with the same name.

[0068] This means that cargo scheduled to be transported on different aircraft may end up in a single group, and errors or confusion may arise during customs clearance procedures due to one user being considered to have purchased all products even though other users have purchased them. Therefore, it may be more desirable to use the buyer's phone number, rather than their name, as the buyer identification code. Furthermore, the first server can generate a buyer identification code using both the buyer's name and phone number, and group multiple cargoes based on the generated identification code.

[0069] Meanwhile, as illustrated in FIG. 3, the buyer's identification code may be determined based on one or more pieces of information, such as the buyer's name and the buyer's phone number, but may also be determined based on various other pieces of information.

[0070] For example, a buyer's identification code may refer to a unique number generated based on one or more of the following information: the time the buyer ordered the product, the type of online platform used to order the product, the identification number of the device used to order the product, the buyer's nationality, gender, and age group. Specifically, the buyer's identification code used in the process of grouping multiple shipments by buyer may refer to a single piece of information, such as the buyer's name or phone number. However, it may also refer to a unique number generated by combining various pieces of information, such as the device's identification number, the time and location of the product order, and the buyer's nationality and gender. The more diverse the types and number of pieces of information referenced in the generation of a unique number, the more accurately the buyers of the shipments included in the cargo manifest can be identified.

[0071] Meanwhile, as illustrated in Figure 3, cargoes corresponding to the same order number may be grouped based on the buyer's identification code, and the management codes within each group may be unified into a single value. However, this example is not limited to this. In other words, cargoes corresponding to different order numbers may be grouped based on the buyer's identification code, and the management codes within each group may be changed to a single value.

[0072] In summary, cargo included in a cargo manifest can be grouped based on the buyer's identification code, and the management codes for each group can be unified and managed. This allows multiple cargoes ordered by the same buyer to be managed under a single management code, increasing user convenience and the efficiency of cargo data management.

[0073] Figure 4 is an example diagram illustrating a method for managing a cargo loading list using an identification code of a cargo transportation means.

[0074] In one embodiment, a plurality of cargoes included in a cargo loading list (4a) may be grouped into a plurality of groups using the identification code of the means of transport transporting the cargo (e.g., flight).

[0075] As illustrated in Fig. 4, the cargo loading list (4a) can be grouped based on the identification code of the means of transportation (e.g., flight (AB-122)), and the management codes (A, B, C, D) of the cargoes belonging to the first group (40) can be changed to one management code (A).

[0076] At this time, the identification code of the transportation means may be determined based not only on the flight (i.e., the aircraft's unique identification number), but also on one or more of the following: aircraft flight time information, flight route information, etc. Furthermore, if the transportation means is a vessel, the identification code may be determined based on one or more of the vessel's unique identification number, flight time information, and flight route information. In other words, the transportation means identification code may include various pieces of information that can distinguish each transportation means transporting the cargo.

[0077] Additionally, the management codes (A, B, C, D) of cargo belonging to the first group (40) can be changed to a randomly selected management code, or can be changed to a single management code according to pre-established criteria. The process of matching multiple management codes to a single management code according to pre-established criteria will be described later with reference to FIG. 5.

[0078] In one embodiment, multiple cargoes included in the cargo loading list (4a) can be grouped into multiple groups using cargo identification codes (e.g., product classification codes).

[0079] Although not shown in FIG. 4, the first server can group the cargo loading list (4a) based on the cargo identification code (e.g., product classification code) and match the management codes of cargoes belonging to the first group having the same product classification code to one management code.

[0080] Here, the product classification code may refer to a unique number used to identify a product based on its type or properties, its risk of damage, or its price. For example, the classification code may vary depending on the product type or properties (e.g., food, clothing, cosmetics). Furthermore, the product classification codes corresponding to each risk of damage or price level may differ based on a predefined risk level for the product based on its material or price level.

[0081] Referring to FIG. 4, among multiple cargoes included in a cargo loading list (4a), cargoes whose product classification codes begin with C may be grouped into one group. For example, if the product type of cargoes whose product classification codes begin with C is food, cargoes corresponding to food may be grouped into one group. Meanwhile, referring to the product classification codes of cargoes corresponding to food, the numeric code after C may indicate a detailed category of food. For example, a product corresponding to code C07 may be processed food, a product corresponding to code C01 may be alcoholic beverages, and a product corresponding to code C19 may be seafood.

[0082] Meanwhile, when product classification codes are determined based on grade using product price information, product prices can serve as a basis for calculating customs duties in customs clearance procedures for overseas products, and therefore product classification codes based on price grades can be determined using information related to customs duty calculation (e.g., tariff calculation criteria by section, upper limit amount).

[0083] In one embodiment, the cargo identification code may be determined based on the cargo's size. The cargo's size may refer to its volume, weight, height, etc. Specifically, to determine the space in which the cargo is loaded and its location within the space, the cargo identification code may be determined based on the cargo's size, and this code may be used to manage the cargo in the cargo loading list.

[0084] Meanwhile, the cargo identification code is not limited to the examples described above, and may include various information that can distinguish each of the multiple cargoes included in the cargo loading list.

[0085] In addition, in the process of processing customs clearance procedures for cargo using a cargo loading list, it may be preferable to group multiple cargoes using at least one of the cargo identification code and the cargo transportation means identification code together with the buyer's identification code rather than grouping multiple cargoes using only the cargo identification code and the cargo transportation means identification code, as it is necessary to distinguish cargoes ordered by each buyer.

[0086] In summary, cargo included in a cargo manifest can be grouped based on the identification code of the cargo transport vehicle or the cargo itself, and the management codes for each group can be unified and managed. This allows multiple cargoes transported via the same transport vehicle or belonging to the same product type to be managed under a single management code, thereby increasing user convenience and the efficiency of cargo data management.

[0087] Figure 5 is an example diagram illustrating a method for managing a cargo loading list using a cargo identification code.

[0088] As described above with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4, multiple cargoes included in a cargo loading list can be grouped based on the buyer's identification code (i.e., phone number). Referring to FIG. 5, among multiple cargoes included in a cargo loading list (5a), cargoes (#51, #52, #53) whose buyer's phone number is "213-5666" can be grouped into one group (i.e., the first group (50)). At this time, the management code of cargo #51 may be A, the management code of cargo #52 may be B, and the management code of cargo #53 may be C, so that the management codes of the cargoes belonging to the first group (50) may all be different. However, in terms of the ease of data management of the cargo loading list, the convenience of processing subsequent customs clearance procedures, and the convenience of users, there is a need to unify the management codes of cargoes belonging to the first group (50) into one management code. Accordingly, a standard or method is required to determine which cargo (i.e., representative cargo) to match the management codes of multiple cargoes belonging to the first group with.

[0089] In one embodiment, the representative cargo may be determined based on the product classification codes of a plurality of cargoes belonging to the first group.

[0090] For example, among multiple cargoes belonging to the first group, a cargo corresponding to a product classification code of a food product may be determined as a representative cargo. Referring to FIG. 5, among cargoes #51, #52, and #53 included in the first group (50), cargo #53, whose product classification code (A10) corresponds to a product classification code of a food product (e.g., a code starting with a capital letter A), may be determined as a representative cargo. Accordingly, the management code (A) of cargo #51 and the management code (B) of cargo #52 belonging to the first group (50) may both be changed to the management code (C) of the representative cargo (cargo #53).

[0091] In addition, among the multiple cargoes belonging to the first group, the cargo corresponding to the product classification code with the lowest or highest damage risk grade may be determined as the representative cargo. That is, although not illustrated in FIG. 5, among cargoes #51, #52, and #53 included in the first group (50), cargo #52 with the lowest damage risk grade may be determined as the representative cargo. Accordingly, the management code (A) of cargo #51 and the management code (C) of cargo #53 belonging to the first group (50) may both be changed to the management code (B) of the representative cargo (cargo #52).

[0092] According to this embodiment, among multiple cargoes belonging to a single group, a representative cargo is determined using a product classification code that corresponds one-to-one to the product type or attribute, and the management codes of the multiple cargoes are changed to the management code of the representative cargo for management. This facilitates the management of cargo manifest data. Furthermore, when customs clearance procedures for cargoes are performed using the management code of the representative cargo, customs clearance procedures can be processed quickly and easily, increasing user convenience.

[0093] In one embodiment, the representative cargo may be determined based on the product sizes of a plurality of cargoes belonging to the first group.

[0094] For example, among multiple cargoes belonging to the first group, the cargo with the largest or smallest product size may be determined as the representative cargo. Although not illustrated in FIG. 5, among cargoes #51, #52, and #53 included in the first group (50), cargo #51, which has the smallest product size, may be determined as the representative cargo. Accordingly, the management code (B) of cargo #52 and the management code (C) of cargo #53 belonging to the first group (50) may both be changed to the management code (A) of the representative cargo (cargo #51).

[0095] According to this embodiment, among multiple cargoes belonging to a single group, a representative cargo is determined based on product size, and the management codes for the multiple cargoes are changed to the representative cargo management code for management. This facilitates the management of cargo manifest data. Furthermore, when customs clearance procedures for cargoes are performed using the representative cargo management code, customs clearance procedures can be processed quickly and easily, increasing user convenience.

[0096] In one embodiment, the representative cargo may be determined based on the location where the multiple cargoes belonging to the first group are loaded. That is, the representative cargo may be determined based on the location in space where the multiple cargoes are loaded or the type of container into which the multiple cargoes are loaded.

[0097] For example, among multiple cargoes belonging to the first group, the cargo located at the topmost part of the packaging box in which the cargoes are loaded may be determined as the representative cargo. Although not illustrated in FIG. 5, among cargoes #51, #52, and #53 included in the first group (50), cargo #52 located at the topmost part of the packaging box may be determined as the representative cargo. Accordingly, the management code (A) of cargo #51 and the management code (C) of cargo #53 belonging to the first group (50) may both be changed to the management code (B) of the representative cargo (cargo #52).

[0098] According to this embodiment, among multiple cargoes belonging to a single group, a representative cargo is determined based on the location of the cargo in the loading space, and the management codes of the multiple cargoes are changed to the management code of the representative cargo for management. This facilitates the management of cargo manifest data. Furthermore, when customs clearance procedures for cargoes are performed using the management code of the representative cargo, customs clearance procedures can be processed quickly and easily, increasing user convenience.

[0099] In one embodiment, the representative cargo may be determined based on the product prices of multiple cargoes belonging to the first group.

[0100] For example, among multiple cargoes belonging to the first group, the cargo with the lowest product price may be determined as the representative cargo. Referring to FIG. 5, among cargoes #51, #52, and #53 included in the first group (50), cargo #51 with the lowest product price may be determined as the representative cargo. Accordingly, the management code (B) of cargo #52 and the management code (C) of cargo #53 belonging to the first group (50) may both be changed to the management code (A) of the representative cargo (cargo #51).

[0101] According to this embodiment, among multiple cargoes belonging to a single group, a representative cargo is determined based on the cargo's product price, and the management codes of the multiple cargoes are changed to the representative cargo's management code for management. This facilitates the management of cargo manifest data. Furthermore, when customs clearance procedures for cargoes are performed using the representative cargo's management code, customs clearance procedures can be processed quickly and easily, increasing user convenience.

[0102] So far, a method for managing a cargo loading list according to some embodiments of the present disclosure has been described with reference to FIGS. 1 through 5 . Below, a method for recommending products to a buyer when the total purchase price of cargo ordered by a specific buyer in the cargo loading list falls below a threshold will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 6 through 8 .

[0103] Figure 6 is a flowchart illustrating a method for recommending products based on a cargo loading list, according to another embodiment of the present disclosure. However, this is merely a preferred embodiment for achieving the purpose of the present disclosure, and it is understood that some steps may be added or deleted as needed.

[0104] For reference, FIG. 6, like FIG. 1, illustrates steps / operations of a method performed by the first server. Accordingly, in the following descriptions, if the subject of a specific step / operation is omitted, it can be understood that it is performed by the first server.

[0105] As illustrated in FIG. 6, a method for recommending products based on a cargo loading list according to another embodiment of the present disclosure may begin with step S1000 of acquiring data from a cargo loading list. At this time, the data from the cargo loading list may be data regarding a list of cargoes loaded and transported on a ship or aircraft, and may include information such as the departure and destination locations, the quantity, weight, and volume of the cargo, the container in which the cargo is loaded, and the type of cargo. Furthermore, the cargo loading list may be data created by a shipping company transporting the products based on order information from users who purchased the products sold overseas through an online platform.

[0106] In step S2000, the first server can classify cargo included in the cargo loading list obtained through step S1000 based on the same buyer. At this time, whether the buyer is the same can be determined based on the buyer's identification code (i.e., buyer identification information), and cargo ordered by the same buyer can be grouped together. Furthermore, the buyer's identification code can be determined through any form of information or a combination of information that can distinguish multiple buyers, such as the buyer's phone number, name, or unique terminal identification number. A detailed description of the buyer's identification code has been provided with reference to FIG. 3, and therefore, a detailed description of any duplicate content will be omitted.

[0107] Meanwhile, when classifying cargo included in a cargo manifest based on the same buyer, not only the buyer's identification code, but also the buyer's identification code and the transportation method identification code or the cargo identification code can be used. This is to prevent potential errors that may arise when managing the cargo manifest and later processing customs clearance procedures using the cargo manifest, such as when buyers have the same name or buyers have different flights.

[0108] In the process of processing customs clearance using a cargo manifest, if the purchase amount of cargo ordered by a buyer exceeds a threshold, additional duties may be imposed. Therefore, it is advantageous for buyers to purchase the optimal product within the price range that does not incur additional duties. Therefore, a method or technology is needed to recommend products that buyers can order within the range that does not incur additional duties.

[0109] In step S3000, the first server can determine whether the total purchase price of the goods ordered by the first buyer classified in step S2000 falls below a threshold. The threshold may refer to the lower limit for customs duties, and may be a value set differently for each country to which the goods are transported.

[0110] In step S4000, the first server may, in response to determining that the total purchase price of the cargo ordered by the first buyer is below a threshold, provide the first buyer with information on recommended products. The recommended products may be determined based on factors such as the size of the boxes used to transport the cargo ordered by the first buyer, the product classification categories of the cargo ordered by the first buyer, etc. Furthermore, the price of the recommended product may be less than or equal to the difference between the value used as the basis for customs duties and the total purchase price of the cargo purchased by the first buyer.

[0111] Subsequently, although not illustrated in FIG. 6, after information on recommended products is provided to the first buyer through step S4000, a process of updating data in the cargo loading list in response to the first buyer ordering the recommended products may be additionally performed. A detailed description of this will be provided below with reference to FIG. 8.

[0112] In summary, cargo included in a cargo manifest can be categorized and grouped based on the same buyer. If the total purchase price of the cargo ordered by the first buyer falls below a threshold, information on recommended products can be provided to the first buyer. The threshold can be determined by the country-specific customs standards imposed on the buyer during customs clearance procedures using the cargo manifest.

[0113] Accordingly, when a buyer orders overseas products, the buyer's convenience and satisfaction can be improved by automatically providing the buyer with information on recommended products while taking customs standards into account.

[0114] Figure 7 is an exemplary diagram illustrating some of the operations illustrated in Figure 6. More specifically, it is an exemplary diagram illustrating a process for determining recommended products to be provided to a first buyer in response to a determination that the total purchase price of goods purchased by the first buyer falls below a threshold. The threshold may refer to the base amount at which customs duties are imposed on buyers purchasing overseas goods. The following description assumes a case where the base amount at which customs duties are imposed is 200.

[0115] As illustrated in FIG. 7, multiple cargoes included in a cargo loading list can be grouped based on the same buyer. That is, whether the buyer is the same can be determined based on the buyer's identification code (e.g., buyer's phone number) as described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5. Referring to FIG. 7, among multiple cargoes included in a cargo loading list (7a), cargoes (#70A, #70B, #70C) whose buyer's phone number is "213-5666" can be grouped into one group (i.e., first group (70)). At this time, since the sum of the product prices (40 + 50 + 10 = 100) of the cargoes (#70A, #70B, #70C) ordered by the buyer is less than the standard value of 200, information on recommended products that can be additionally purchased can be provided to the buyer.

[0116] In one embodiment, the recommended products may be determined based on the size of the boxes in which the cargo ordered by the first purchaser is transported.

[0117] For example, considering the size of the boxes used to transport multiple items belonging to Group 1, products that can be packaged together in a single box can be recommended. Specifically, based on a comparison of the sizes (e.g., volume, weight, height) of products ordered by the buyer with the size of the packaging box used for freight transport, products that can be transported in a single packaging box can be recommended.

[0118] Although not shown in FIG. 7, among the multiple products (71, 72, 73, 74) registered on the online platform, a product (74) of a size that can be packed in one box together with the cargoes (#70A, #70B, #70C) purchased by the first purchaser may be determined as a recommended product, and information about the recommended product (74) may be provided to the first purchaser.

[0119] According to this embodiment, the optimal product can be recommended to the buyer based on the amount of space remaining in the box in which the purchased items are transported. Furthermore, if customs duties are imposed based on the number of packaging boxes, products that can be transported in a single box are recommended to the user, thereby enhancing user convenience and satisfaction.

[0120] In one embodiment, the recommended products may be determined based on the product classification categories of the cargo ordered by the first purchaser. In this case, the product classification categories may be broader than the product classification codes described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5, or may be the same category as the product classification codes. For example, a product classification code belonging to the food category may begin with a capital letter C, and among the food categories, the product classification code for processed foods may be C07, the product classification code for alcoholic beverages may be C01, and the product classification code for aquatic products may be C19. In this case, the product classification category may not correspond to a subcategory of food (e.g., processed foods, alcoholic beverages, aquatic products), but may correspond to a category corresponding to food or a higher category that includes product categories other than food.

[0121] In the following, we will explain assuming that the product classification category is a broader category than the product classification code. That is, as illustrated in Fig. 7, if the first digit of the product classification code is the capital letter A (e.g., A01, A02, A03, etc.), the product classification category is 1, if the first digit of the product classification code is the capital letter B (e.g., B01, B02, B03, etc.), the product classification category is 2, and if the first digit of the product classification code is the capital letter C (e.g., C01, C02, C03, etc.), the product classification category is 3.

[0122] Considering the product classification categories of multiple items within Group 1, products in categories favorable to the buyer may be determined as recommended products. More specifically, products in categories different from those of the products ordered by the buyer may be recommended, or products corresponding to any one of the product classification categories of the products ordered by the buyer may be recommended.

[0123] Referring to FIG. 7, among multiple products (71, 72, 73, 74) registered on an online platform, a product (71) corresponding to a product classification category (2) different from the product classification categories (1, 3) of the cargoes (#70A, #70B, #70C) purchased by the first purchaser may be determined as a recommended product, and information about the recommended product (71) may be provided to the first purchaser.

[0124] In addition, among multiple products (71, 72, 73, 74) registered on the online platform, products (72, 73) corresponding to the product classification category (1) to which toys belong among the product classification categories (1, 3) of the cargoes (#70A, #70B, #70C) purchased by the first purchaser can be extracted. At this time, since the sum of the product prices of products (73) exceeds the standard value, products (72) corresponding to the product classification category (1) to which toys belong and having a product price of 100 or less can be determined as recommended products, and information about the recommended products (72) can be provided to the first purchaser.

[0125] According to this embodiment, optimal products can be recommended to buyers based on the product classification categories of the cargo they have ordered. Furthermore, if customs clearance procedures differ depending on the product classification category, products in categories more advantageous to the buyer are recommended to the user, thereby enhancing user convenience and satisfaction.

[0126] Figure 8 is a detailed flowchart illustrating operations that may be performed in addition to those illustrated in Figure 6. More specifically, it is a detailed flowchart for a process for updating and managing a cargo loading list in response to receiving a first purchaser's recommended product order.

[0127] In step S5000, after the operations / steps illustrated in FIG. 6 are performed, the data in the cargo loading list may be updated in response to receiving an order for a recommended product. That is, information on products additionally ordered by the first buyer may be added to and updated in the cargo loading list. While FIG. 8 illustrates that the data in the cargo loading list obtained in FIG. 6 is updated to reflect the buyer's order for additional products, the present invention is not limited to this example. For example, products may be recommended to the buyer based on price information of the ordered products at a point in time after the buyer has ordered the products but before the cargo loading list is generated, and the cargo loading list may be generated in response to receiving the buyer's order for the recommended products.

[0128] In step S6000, the first server can group the cargo included in the cargo loading list updated in step S5000 based on the buyer's identification code. That is, multiple cargoes included in the cargo loading list can be classified into multiple groups based on the buyer's identification code (i.e., buyer identification information). Since details regarding this have been previously described with reference to FIGS. 1 through 4, a detailed description of any duplicate information will be omitted.

[0129] In step S7000, the first server may determine a representative cargo representing the multiple cargoes belonging to the first group among the multiple groups classified through step S6000. At this time, the representative cargo may be determined using various criteria, such as the product classification codes of the multiple cargoes belonging to the first group, the sizes of the multiple cargoes belonging to the first group, the locations where the multiple cargoes belonging to the first group are loaded in the loading space or container of the transportation means, and the product prices of the multiple cargoes belonging to the first group. Since the criteria and method for determining the representative cargo have been described above with reference to FIG. 5, a detailed description of the overlapping content will be omitted.

[0130] In step S8000, the first server can match the management codes of multiple cargoes belonging to the first group with the management code of the representative cargo determined in step S7000. In other words, the management codes of multiple cargoes can be managed unified under a single management code. In this case, the management code may represent identification information that facilitates more convenient and accurate management of multiple cargo data. Since this has been previously described with reference to Figures 1 through 5, a detailed description of any overlapping information will be omitted.

[0131] Thereafter, although not illustrated in FIG. 8, after the management codes of multiple cargoes belonging to the first group are changed to the management code of the representative cargo through step S8000, customs clearance procedures for cargoes included in the cargo loading list can be processed using the management code of the representative cargo. Accordingly, since it is sufficient to check only one management code (i.e., the management code of the representative cargo) during the customs clearance procedure, there is no need to check each management code of multiple cargoes individually, user convenience can be increased.

[0132] Heretofore, with reference to FIGS. 1 to 8, a method for managing a cargo manifest and a method for recommending products based on a cargo manifest according to some embodiments of the present disclosure have been described. According to the method for managing a cargo manifest according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, cargoes included in a cargo manifest can be grouped into multiple groups using a buyer's identification code, and a representative cargo representing the group can be selected from among multiple cargoes belonging to any group based on the cargo's product classification code, etc. Thereafter, the management codes of multiple cargoes belonging to any group are changed to the management code of the representative cargo, thereby allowing multiple cargoes to be managed using a single management code.

[0133] Accordingly, the management codes of multiple cargoes ordered by the same buyer are unified and managed as a single management code, thereby increasing user convenience and the efficiency of cargo data management.

[0134] In addition, according to a method for recommending products based on a cargo loading list according to some embodiments of the present disclosure, cargoes included in the cargo loading list can be classified and grouped based on the same buyer, and in response to a determination that the total purchase amount of cargoes ordered by the first buyer is less than a reference value, information on recommended products can be provided to the first buyer.

[0135] Accordingly, when a buyer orders overseas products, the buyer's convenience and satisfaction can be improved by automatically providing the buyer with information on recommended products while taking customs standards into account.

[0136] FIG. 9 is a hardware configuration diagram of a computing system according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. The cargo loading list management system (1000) illustrated in FIG. 9 may include one or more processors (1100), a system bus (1600), a communication interface (1200), a memory (1400) for loading a computer program (1500) executed by the processor (1100), and a storage (1300) for storing the computer program (1500).

[0137] The processor (1100) controls the overall operation of each component of the cargo manifest management system (1000). The processor (1100) can perform operations for at least one application or program for executing methods / operations according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. The memory (1400) stores various data, commands, and / or information. The memory (1400) can load one or more computer programs (1500) from the storage (1300) to execute methods / operations according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. The bus (1600) provides a communication function between components of the cargo manifest management system (1000). The communication interface (1200) supports Internet communication of the cargo manifest management system (1000). The storage (1300) can non-temporarily store one or more computer programs (1500). The computer program (1500) may include one or more instructions implementing methods / operations according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. When the computer program (1500) is loaded into the memory (1400), the processor (1100) may execute the one or more instructions to perform the methods / operations according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0138] In some embodiments, the cargo manifest management system (1000) described with reference to FIG. 9 may be configured using one or more physical servers included in a server farm based on cloud technologies such as virtual machines. In this case, at least some of the components illustrated in FIG. 9, such as the processor (1100), memory (1400), and storage (1300), may be virtual hardware, and the communication interface (1200) may also be configured as a virtualized networking element such as a virtual switch.

[0139] Various embodiments of the present disclosure and effects according to the embodiments have been described with reference to FIGS. 1 through 9 so far. The effects according to the technical concept of the present disclosure are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

[0140] The technical concepts of the present disclosure described so far can be implemented as computer-readable code on a computer-readable medium. The computer program recorded on the computer-readable recording medium can be transmitted to another computing device via a network such as the Internet, installed on the other computing device, and thus used on the other computing device.

[0141] Although the operations are depicted in a specific order in the drawings, it should not be understood that the operations must be performed in the specific order depicted, or in a sequential order, or that all depicted operations must be performed to achieve the desired results. In certain circumstances, multitasking and parallel processing may be advantageous. Although the embodiments of the present disclosure have been described above with reference to the attached drawings, those skilled in the art to which the present disclosure pertains will understand that the present invention can be implemented in other specific forms without changing the technical spirit or essential characteristics thereof. Therefore, it should be understood that the embodiments described above are illustrative in all respects and not restrictive. The scope of protection of the present invention should be interpreted by the claims below, and all technical ideas within a scope equivalent thereto should be interpreted as being included in the scope of the technical ideas defined by the present disclosure.

Claims

1. In a method performed by a computing device, Step of obtaining data of cargo loading list; A step of grouping cargoes included in the above cargo loading list based on the buyer's identification code; A step of determining a representative cargo representing multiple cargoes belonging to the first group; and A step of matching the management codes of a plurality of cargoes belonging to the first group with the management code of the representative cargo, How to manage cargo manifests.

2. In paragraph 1, The above buyer's identification code is, It is determined based on one or more of the following information: the purchaser's phone number, name, or unique identification number of the terminal. How to manage cargo manifests.

3. In paragraph 1, The above cargoes are grouped into multiple groups, Grouped by further using one or more criteria among the identification code of the cargo transport means and the identification code of the cargo. How to manage cargo manifests.

4. In paragraph 3, The identification code of the above cargo transport means is: It is determined based on one or more of the following information: the unique identification number of the cargo transport means, the time of operation, and the route of operation. How to manage cargo manifests.

5. In paragraph 3, The identification code of the above cargo is, The product classification code of the cargo is determined based on one or more pieces of information, such as the size of the cargo. How to manage cargo manifests.

6. In paragraph 1, The above representative cargo is, It is determined based on the product classification codes of multiple cargoes belonging to the above first group. How to manage cargo manifests.

7. In paragraph 1, The above representative cargo is, It is determined based on the size of multiple cargoes belonging to the first group above. How to manage cargo manifests.

8. In paragraph 1, The above representative cargo is, It is determined based on the location where multiple cargoes belonging to the first group are loaded. How to manage cargo manifests.

9. In paragraph 1, The above representative cargo is, It is determined based on the product prices of multiple cargoes belonging to the first group above. How to manage cargo manifests.

10. In paragraph 1, Further comprising a step of processing customs clearance procedures for cargo included in the cargo loading list using the management code of the above-mentioned matched cargoes. How to manage cargo manifests.

11. In a method performed by a computing device, Step of obtaining data of cargo loading list; A step of classifying cargo included in the above cargo loading list based on the same purchaser; A step for determining whether the total purchase amount of the goods ordered by the first purchaser is less than the standard; and In response to a determination that the above purchase amount total is less than a reference value, comprising a step of providing information on recommended products to the first purchaser. A method of product recommendation based on cargo loading list.

12. In paragraph 11, The above recommended products are: A product determined based on the size of the box in which the cargo ordered by the first purchaser is transported. A method of product recommendation based on cargo loading list.

13. In paragraph 11, The above recommended products are: A product determined based on the product classification category of the cargo ordered by the above first purchaser. A method of product recommendation based on cargo loading list.

14. In paragraph 11, In response to receiving an order from said first purchaser for said goods, a step of updating data of said cargo loading manifest; A step of grouping cargoes included in the above updated cargo loading list based on the buyer's identification code; A step of determining a representative cargo representing multiple cargoes belonging to the first group; and Further comprising a step of matching the management code of the cargo belonging to the first group with the management code of the representative cargo. A method of product recommendation based on cargo loading list.

15. In paragraph 14, The above buyer's identification code is, The buyer's phone number is, A method of product recommendation based on cargo loading list.

16. In paragraph 14, The above representative cargo is, It is determined based on the product classification codes of multiple cargoes belonging to the above first group. A method of product recommendation based on cargo loading list.

17. Processor; and Contains memory for storing instructions, The above instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to: The action of obtaining data from the cargo loading manifest; An action to group cargo included in the above cargo loading list based on the buyer's identification code; An operation of determining a representative cargo representing multiple cargoes belonging to the first group; and An operation is performed to match the management codes of multiple cargoes belonging to the first group with the management code of the representative cargo. A management system for cargo loading manifests.

18. Processor; and Contains memory for storing instructions, The above instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the processor to: The action of obtaining data from the cargo loading manifest; The act of classifying cargo included in the above cargo loading list based on the same purchaser; An action to determine whether the total purchase amount of the goods ordered by the first buyer is less than the standard; and In response to the judgment that the above purchase amount total is less than the reference value, an action is performed to provide information on recommended products to the above first purchaser. A product recommendation system based on cargo loading manifest.

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