Listing Information Registration Device for Auction Data Entry
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing systems for generating auction item lists on auction sites lack efficient mechanisms for registering and displaying listing information, leading to time-consuming input processes and potential inaccuracies.
Innovation Solution
A listing information registration device that accepts an item code, retrieves default information associated with the code, displays a listing information form with default values, registers edited information, and provides summary information of similar listings to aid in accurate and efficient listing creation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual input of listing information is used, then flexibility in editing is improved, but input time and effort increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by automatically retrieving and populating listing information forms with default values from the database before the user begins editing. This includes fetching item details, pricing information, and other relevant data based on item codes or search criteria, thereby reducing the time users need to spend on manual data entry while preserving their ability to edit the populated fields.
Solution Approach 2:
The system creates copies of existing listing information from the database and presents them as editable forms to users. Instead of requiring users to input all information from scratch, the system copies relevant data (such as item descriptions, specifications, and pricing) into the form fields, allowing users to review and modify only the necessary portions, thus significantly reducing input time while maintaining editing flexibility.
2Manufacturing precision
If comprehensive listing information is collected, then listing accuracy is improved, but information processing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system extracts only the necessary listing information fields required for creating accurate auction listings from the database, rather than processing or displaying all available data. By selectively retrieving and presenting only relevant information (such as item code, title, description, price, and condition), the system maintains high listing accuracy while reducing the complexity of information processing and presentation.
Solution Approach 2:
The system segments listing information into distinct, organized fields and categories (such as item identification, description, pricing, condition, and shipping information). This segmentation allows the complex information to be processed and displayed in a structured, manageable way, improving listing accuracy through systematic data organization while reducing processing complexity by handling information in discrete, manageable units.
3Productivity
If default values are provided, then input efficiency is improved, but risk of inaccurate information increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements feedback mechanisms where users can review the default values automatically populated in the listing forms, compare them against their requirements, and make necessary corrections. The system may also provide validation feedback to indicate whether the default information appears accurate or complete, allowing users to verify and adjust data before finalizing listings, thereby maintaining input efficiency while ensuring information accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The system makes the default information dynamic and adaptable, allowing users to easily modify or replace default values with accurate information when needed. The form fields remain editable and responsive, enabling users to adjust the pre-populated data based on their specific listing requirements, thus preserving input efficiency while ensuring that accurate information is ultimately used in the listings.
Data Source
AI summary
A trading management server (listing information registration device) accepts input of an item code associated with an item to be listed, acquires default information to be associated with the accepted item code, displays and outputs a listing information form in which the acquired default information is input as a default value, registers, in a listing information database, a piece of listing information edited in the listing information form, when input of the item code is accepted, retrieves at least one another piece of listing information including the accepted item code from pieces of listing information registered in the listing information database, and displays and outputs, together with the listing information form, summary information of the retrieved at least one another piece of listing information.