Transaction Device Mixed Delivery Batch Processing

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current systems cannot efficiently process batch transactions that include both immediate delivery and later delivery items, as they are typically handled separately, lacking a unified processing method for mixed transactions.

Innovation Solution

A transaction processing device and method that utilizes a processor and memory unit to receive product designations, store transaction data, and generate lists distinguishing between immediate delivery, delivery from stock, and delivery by order, allowing for dynamic updating of delivery types and dates, enabling mixed batch transactions.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If separate processing is used for immediate delivery and later delivery transactions, then each transaction type can be handled simply, but the overall processing efficiency and ability to handle mixed transactions is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveability to handle mixed delivery types in batch transactionsVSAvoidtransaction processing system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The transaction data is segmented by delivery type into distinct categories (immediate delivery, delivery from stock, delivery by order). The processor maintains separate lists for each delivery type within the same transaction processing system, allowing simple handling of each type while enabling mixed batch processing. This segmentation resolves the contradiction by organizing complexity into manageable structures.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The transaction processing device is designed with universal functionality to handle all three delivery types (immediate delivery, delivery from stock, delivery by order) within a single integrated system. The processor universally processes transactions regardless of delivery type, eliminating the need for separate processing systems while maintaining simplicity for each specific type.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

2Productivity

If a unified batch processing system is implemented for mixed delivery types, then processing efficiency improves, but the system complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvebatch transaction processing efficiencyVSAvoidtransaction processing system structure
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The unified processing system segments transaction data by delivery type into distinct lists managed by the processor. This segmentation allows efficient batch processing of mixed transactions while maintaining clear organizational structure. The processor can efficiently iterate through and process different delivery types separately within the unified system, resolving the complexity-efficiency contradiction.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system dynamically updates the transaction data lists based on the delivery type of each product. The processor can flexibly add, remove, or modify entries in the appropriate delivery type lists during batch processing. This dynamic capability enables efficient handling of mixed transactions while the structured list approach keeps system complexity manageable.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Measurement precision

If delivery types are distinguished and managed separately within batch processing, then processing accuracy improves, but the operation complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedelivery type distinction accuracyVSAvoidtransaction processing operation simplicity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The system segments delivery types into distinct, clearly defined categories with separate data lists. This segmentation ensures accurate distinction and management of each delivery type while the processor handles the segmentation automatically. The clear segmentation improves accuracy without significantly increasing operational complexity as the system manages the segmentation internally.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The processor automatically manages the distinction and organization of delivery types without requiring complex manual intervention. The system self-services by automatically categorizing transactions, updating lists, and maintaining accurate records based on the delivery type of each product. This automation improves accuracy while keeping operations simple for the user.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentEP4375913A1Transaction device and information processing method
Publication Date: 2024.05.29 TOSHIBA TEC KK
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AI summary

According to an embodiment, a transaction processing device for batch transactions involving different product delivery modes includes a memory unit and a processor. The processor is configured to receive a designation of a product to be in a sales transaction via a registration screen, store the designation of the product as transaction data in the memory unit, receive a designation of a commodity delivery type via an input screen for the designated product, and generate a list of products in the stored transaction data of the memory unit with the products being distinguished by commodity delivery type.