Communication Service Selection via Priority-Based Ranking
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Solution Overview
Problem
Choosing the right communication services for complex applications, such as mobile machines in construction or mining, is challenging due to varying geographical, informational, and environmental factors, often relying on past experiences rather than comprehensive analysis, leading to suboptimal and costly decisions.
Innovation Solution
A method and system that determine desired communication services by assigning priority levels to application, communication, cost, and value factors, using a computer-based tool to provide a ranked list of suitable services based on these parameters.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If communication services are chosen based on past experience of dealers and customers, then the selection process is simple and quick, but the accuracy and reliability of the choice deteriorates due to complex work situations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a computer-based tool as an intermediary between the user and communication service selection. This tool automatically collects application parameters, communicates with machines, and performs systematic evaluation, eliminating the need for users to manually analyze complex factors while ensuring accurate, consistent recommendations based on objective criteria rather than subjective experience.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the manual, experience-based mechanical selection process with an automated computer-based evaluation system. The system automatically gathers data, assigns weights to parameters, and generates ranked recommendations, substituting human judgment with algorithmic analysis to improve accuracy while maintaining ease of use.
2Measurement precision
If comprehensive analysis of multiple factors is performed to choose communication services, then the accuracy of selection improves, but the complexity and time required for the selection process increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal computer-based tool that handles multiple functions: collecting application parameters, communicating with machines, evaluating communication services, and generating recommendations. This multi-functional system consolidates what would otherwise require multiple separate analysis steps into a single integrated platform, maintaining comprehensive evaluation while reducing overall process complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs self-service by automatically collecting necessary data from machines and applications, assigning weights to parameters based on predefined criteria, and generating ranked recommendations without requiring user intervention in the complex analysis steps. The user simply provides basic input and receives ready-to-use recommendations.
3Loss of time
If wrong communication services are chosen, then the initial selection time is reduced, but the cost impact on the customer's bottom line increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary action by systematically evaluating communication services before implementation. The computer-based tool analyzes multiple parameters and generates ranked recommendations in advance, ensuring that the most suitable services are selected before deployment. This preliminary rigorous evaluation prevents costly wrong choices while maintaining efficient decision-making.
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates feedback mechanisms by automatically collecting data from machine communications and application performance, using this information to refine and validate service selections. This feedback loop ensures that recommendations are based on actual performance data and operational requirements, improving cost-effectiveness while maintaining quick selection.
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AI summary
A method and system for determining one or more desired communication services for an application. The method and system includes determining at least one application operating parameter, at least one communication operating parameter, at least one cost factor, and at least one value factor. The method and system further includes assigning a priority level to each application operating parameter, communication operating parameter, cost factor, and value factor. Additionally, the method and system includes comparing the priority levels to each other, and determining a desired communication service based on the compared priority levels.