JP2004083149A - Delivery information processing apparatus and computer program - Google Patents

Abstract

An object of the present invention is to efficiently collect and deliver outgoing goods.
A center 1 acquires destination information of a shipment, information on the shape, weight, contents, etc. of the shipment from a post 2 or a locker 3, and based on the acquired information, collection and delivery of each collection and delivery person. By selecting the best collection and delivery person by referring to the shape, weight, contents, etc. of possible shipments, the center 1 selects the best collection and delivery person according to the shape, weight, contents, etc. of the shipment. Can be assigned.
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Description

[0001]
TECHNICAL FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to a technique for managing the collection and delivery of shipments such as sealed letters, postcards, letters, and parcels.
[0002]
[Prior art]
At present, when mailing shipments, the user brings the postal code with the postal code and address on the envelope in advance to the post office window, and the post office staff checks the size and weight etc. on the spot In addition, a stamp was purchased for a fee corresponding to the size, etc., and this was affixed to a mail and mailed. In addition, for mail items for which the fee is known in advance, a stamp equivalent to the fee is purchased at a nearby store, and the stamp is attached to the mail item and mailed to a post.
[0003]
Also, in post offices that collect and deliver these mails, etc., all mails are temporarily accumulated in a specific post office, and the postal code and address of each mail are read there, so that a delivery route according to this can be established. It has been determined and delivered to the destination delivery destination by a truck or the like on the determined delivery route.
[0004]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, in the past, when mail was collected from a post, the delivery staff would not know if there was any mail in the post. This task was very cumbersome and inefficient.
Also, the courier picks up and delivers along the determined route, but if there is a post containing mail near the route, it will not be collected if it is off the route, and vice versa. Even if the collection vehicle is full with already collected mail, it is necessary to collect the mail if the post containing the mail is on the collection route. Had not been done.
[0005]
Further, conventionally, all collected postal items are once collected in a collection place such as a post office and then sorted to determine a delivery route. For this reason, there is a problem that the work at the collection place is difficult, and especially when the number of mails becomes enormous, the sorting work takes time, which may cause the mails to be delayed.
[0006]
The present invention has been made in view of the above-described problems and the like, and it is an object of the present invention to provide a mechanism capable of efficiently collecting and delivering shipments.
[0007]
[Means for Solving the Problems]
In order to solve the above problems, a delivery information processing apparatus according to one aspect of the present invention can communicate with a post device that can acquire destination information of a shipment and information on the shape, weight, and contents of the shipment. An apparatus configured to receive the destination information and information on the shape, weight, and contents of the dispatched product notified from the post device, and for each collector who collects and distributes the dispatched product, With reference to the information on the shape, weight, and contents of the goods that can be collected and delivered by each courier, the courier information storage means for storing the courier schedule information, and the courier information storage means, the shipment received from the post device is referred to. There is provided a selecting means for selecting a collection and delivery person conforming to the destination information and the type information of the goods, and a notifying means for notifying the post apparatus for performing the collection and delivery and the information on the dispatched goods to the selected collection and delivery persons. And wherein the door.
[0008]
The post device can further acquire delivery type information indicating handling during delivery of the shipment, the receiving unit further receives delivery type information from the post device, and the selecting unit receives the delivery type information. A pick-up / delivery person who matches the type information may be selected.
[0009]
Also, based on the usage fee collected from the sender who sent the shipment or the recipient who received the shipment, settlement of the fee to be paid to the collection and delivery person who delivered the shipment or the business operator managing the collection and delivery is performed. The payment processing means may be further provided.
[0010]
In addition, the post device further acquires information on the sender of the shipment, and the reception unit further receives sender information on the sender of the shipment from the post device, and receives the contents and / or the dispatch of the accepted shipment. Advertisement information distribution means for distributing advertisement information relating to a destination of a product or an area to be shipped to the post device may be further provided.
[0011]
Further, the post device has a determination unit for detecting the contents of the shipment and determining whether or not the contents can be delivered, and notifies the post device of information on the contents that cannot be delivered to the post device. It may be possible to further include means for performing the above.
[0012]
A computer program according to one aspect of the present invention can communicate a computer with a post device that can acquire destination information of a shipment and type information including information on the shape, weight, and type of contents of the shipment. A computer program for causing the computer to function as an apparatus configured to receive the destination information of the shipment and the type information of the shipment notified to the computer from the post apparatus; and collect and distribute the shipment. The destination information and the type information of the shipment received from the post device are referred to by referring to the collection / delivery information storage means for storing the type information and the delivery schedule information of the shipment that can be collected and delivered by each collection / delivery person. Executes a process of selecting a collection and delivery person and a process of notifying the selected collection and delivery person of the information of the post device and the shipment to be collected and delivered. And characterized in that.
[0013]
BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION
Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.
FIG. 1 illustrates an embodiment in which a post device and a computer program according to the present invention are applied to a delivery system of a shipment.
In FIG. 1, a delivery system according to the present embodiment includes a center 1, a post 2 and a locker 3 which are connectable to the center 1 via a predetermined network, a communication line or a communication network, and the like. And a collector / distributor terminal 4 configured to be connectable via a wireless communication network such as a predetermined mobile phone network.
[0014]
The collector / distributor terminal 4 is a terminal used by a collector / distributor who collects and delivers shipments stored in the post 2 or the locker 3.
The collection / delivery terminal 4 can be composed of, for example, a mobile phone, a PDA (Personal Digital Assistance), an IC card, or the like, and information related to a shipment stored in the post 2 or the locker 3 transmitted from the center 1, It is possible to receive a time password or the like via a mobile phone network or the like, and to transmit information on the shipment received by the collector to the center 1.
In addition, the collector / deliverer terminal 4 may notify the center 1 of its current location, for example, by specifying a GPS (Global Positioning System) or a base station with which the mobile phone is communicating.
Note that the collector / distributor indicates a person who collects and delivers dispatched goods and its trader. Among them, for example, a trader who collects dispatched goods from the post 2 or the like at a predetermined collection place and delivers it to a predetermined route. Includes companies that deliver goods directly to their destinations, as well as other companies such as seamail and airmail.
[0015]
The post 2 and the locker 3 constitute a post device according to the present invention.
As shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, the post 2 includes a mailing port 201 for posting a shipment, a transport mechanism 202, a scanner 215, a weight sensor 203 for detecting the weight of the shipment, and a content detection sensor 204. , A touch panel 205, a display 206, a printer 207, a card reader 208, a cash processing device 209, a receipt printer 210, an electronic lock 211, an antenna 214 for communicating with the center 1, a control unit 200 for controlling these, a shipment And a door 213 of the storage unit 212.
[0016]
The transport mechanism 202 is a device for transporting the mailed outgoing goods from the mailing port 201 to the storage unit 212. The transport mechanism 202 can be composed of, for example, rollers, a transport belt passed between the rollers, a motor for driving these, and the like.
The scanner 215 includes, for example, a scan sensor or a CCD camera, and is provided in the transport path of the transport mechanism 202. The scanner 215 scans the input deliveries and describes the size, shape, and deliverables of the deliveries. It is possible to acquire destination information on the delivery destination and the sender. If the destination information is coded and described on the shipment, the coded information can be read by the scanner 215.
Note that the scanner 215 may be provided not only at one location in the transport path but also at a plurality of locations in the transport path, so that the delivery can be three-dimensionally scanned.
[0017]
The content detection sensor 204 is provided in the transport path, and is a sensor for detecting whether or not the content of the shipment is one that cannot deliver a dangerous substance or the like. As the content detection sensor 204, for example, various known sensors such as an odor sensor, a temperature sensor, an infrared sensor, and an X-ray sensor can be used, and the content detection sensor 204 can be used alone or in combination. it can.
The touch panel 205 is an input unit into which a user who sends out the shipment inputs predetermined information.
The display 206 is a display unit for displaying a message or the like to the user, and can be configured by a liquid crystal display, a CRT, or the like.
The printer 207 can print the receipt number issued for the dispatched item, the receipt date, or, if necessary, destination information on a dispatched item, a slip or sticker attached to the dispatched item, or the like.
[0018]
The card reader 208 can read information of various cards such as credit cards and cash cards inserted from the card insertion slot 208a.
The cash processing device 209 performs a payment process based on the cash when cash is input from the cash slot 209a as the payment.
The receipt printer 210 is composed of, for example, a heat-sensitive or ink-type printer, and can print a receipt as usage specification information and discharge it from the receipt issuing port 210a.
The electronic lock 211 is a device that unlocks and locks the door 213 by an electronic signal from the control unit 200.
[0019]
The control unit 200 is electrically connected to each of the above-described devices, and configures a control unit for controlling each of the devices.
The control unit 200 is constituted by a computer, and includes a CPU (Central Processing Unit), a computer program executed by the CPU, a RAM, a ROM, a hard disk drive, and the like for holding the computer program. Is composed.
The functional block shown in FIG. 4 includes a control unit 2000, a destination database 2001, a charge table 2002, an authentication information storage unit 2003, a communication processing unit 2004, a device interface unit 2005, and the like.
[0020]
The destination database 2001 is a database of area numbers representing destinations and destination information represented by the area numbers. As shown in FIG. 5, the destination database 2001 can store a region number associated with each region and destination information for each region in association with each other. As this area code, an existing postal code may be used, or a new number (for example, a number assigned to each individual) may be used.
The charge table 2002 is a table that stores charges for each destination. As shown in FIG. 6, the charge table 2002 can store the types of goods (eg, sealed letters, parcels, ordinary, registered mail, express delivery, etc.), their weights, destinations, and their charges. Has become.
The authentication information storage unit 2003 can store a collector / distributor ID for identifying a collector / distributor who collects shipments stored in the post 2 and a one-time password for authenticating the collector / distributor in association with each other. Department.
[0021]
The communication processing unit 2004 performs processing related to transmission and reception of predetermined data with the center 1 via a predetermined communication line, communication network, or the like.
The device interface unit 2005 includes a transport mechanism 202, a scanner 215, a weight sensor 203, a content detection sensor 204, a touch panel 205, a display 206, a printer 207, a card reader 208, a cash processing device 209, a receipt printer 210, and an electronic lock 211. Control the interface.
[0022]
By executing a predetermined computer program, the control unit 2000 controls each of the above-described devices to perform processing for acquiring information such as the delivery destination information of the shipment and the weight and shape of the shipment, based on the acquired information. The delivery fee can be calculated, and the calculated fee can be settled.
In addition, the control unit 2000 can perform an authentication process such as an ID and a password input by a collector who collects the shipment stored in the storage unit 212.
[0023]
Next, the configuration of the locker 3 will be described with reference to FIG.
The locker 3 is a post device that accepts the delivery of the shipment from the user, and also functions as a coin locker that temporarily stores luggage.
In FIG. 7, a locker 3 includes a plurality of shelves 301 for storing items, a display 303, a touch panel 304, an authentication device 305, a cash processing device 306, a card reader 307, a receipt issuing device 308, and for weighing outgoing items. And a control unit 300 for controlling them.
[0024]
The shelf 301 stores items to be shipped by the user, luggage temporarily stored, or items to be delivered to a third party specified by the user.
Each shelf 301 is provided with an openable and closable door and a locking device (not shown) for locking and unlocking the door, and unlocks and locks based on an instruction signal from the control unit 300.
Further, in the present embodiment, the locker 3 has shelves 301 of various sizes, so that an optimal shelf can be selected according to the size of the shipment.
Note that, depending on the type of the shipment, a shelf 301 for storing the shipment requiring temperature control such as the one requiring refrigeration may be provided.
[0025]
The touch panel 304 is an input unit into which a user who sends out the shipment inputs predetermined information.
The display 303 is a display unit for displaying a message to a user, input information, and the like, and can be configured by a liquid crystal display, a CRT, or the like.
The authentication device 305 is for connecting the collector / distributor terminal 4 possessed by the collector to perform authentication when authenticating the collector. The collector / distributor terminal 4 is connected to the authentication device 305, and authentication can be performed by reading the collector / distributor ID and the one-time password stored in the collector / distributor terminal 4.
Note that, instead of using the authentication device 305, the collector and distributor may directly input the ID and the one-time password from the touch panel 304.
[0026]
The cash processing device 306 is a device for paying a fee or the like when shipping is made in cash.
The card reader 307 is a device that can read information of various cards such as a credit card and a cash card.
The receipt issuing device 308 is a device that includes a predetermined printer and can issue a receipt as usage specification information.
[0027]
The receiving unit 309 performs a process of receiving a shipment to be delivered or stored.
A scanner, a content detection sensor, and a printer (not shown) are arranged in the receiving unit 309.
The scanner can scan the received shipment to scan the size and shape of the shipment and the destination and sender information described in the shipment, or bar-coded information thereof. In addition, the contents detection sensor can detect whether or not the contents of the shipment are those that cannot be delivered, such as dangerous goods. In addition, the printer can print a receipt number, a receipt date, and, if necessary, destination information, etc. issued for the accepted shipment on the shipment or on a slip attached to the shipment. It has become. In this printer, a mark corresponding to a stamp proving that the settlement is completed may be printed.
As the scanner, the content detection sensor, and the printer, those similar to the above-described post can be used.
In addition, a packing device that automatically packs the shipment may be provided in the reception unit 309.
[0028]
The control unit 300 is electrically connected to each of the above-described devices, and configures a control unit for controlling each of the devices.
The control unit 300 is constituted by a computer, and comprises a CPU, a computer program executed by the CPU, a RAM, a ROM, a hard disk drive, and the like for holding the computer program, and constitute a functional block shown in FIG.
The functional blocks shown in FIG. 8 include a control unit 3000, a destination database 3001, a charge table 3002, a shelf management table 3003, a communication processing unit 3004 for controlling communication with the center 1, and a device interface unit for controlling an interface with each device. 3005 and the like.
[0029]
The destination database 3001 is a database of area numbers indicating destinations and destination information indicated by the area numbers. In the destination database 3001, similarly to FIG. 5 described above, a region number associated with each region and destination information for each region can be stored in association with each other. As the area code, an existing postal code may be used, or a new number (for example, a number assigned to each individual address) may be used.
The charge table 3002 is a table that stores charges for each destination. As in the case of FIG. 6 described above, the fee table 3002 can store the type of the shipment, its weight, destination, and the fee.
[0030]
The shelf management table 3003 is a table for managing the use state of each shelf 301 and the like. As shown in FIG. 9, the shelf management table 3003 includes a locker ID for identifying each locker 2, a shelf ID for identifying each shelf of the locker, and a type of shipment or package that can be stored in each shelf 301. , The size, the state of use, the stored shipment, the collector ID of the collector who receives and the password, and the password can be stored.
[0031]
By executing a predetermined computer program, the control unit 3000 controls each of the above-described devices to perform processing for acquiring information on the delivery destination of the shipment, information on the weight and shape of the shipment, and on the basis of the acquired information. Payment processing for calculating the delivery fee and performing payment, processing for notifying the center 1 of such information, and the like can be performed.
Further, the control unit 3000 can allocate an appropriate shelf from the currently available shelves 301 according to the size, type, and the like of the shipment. In addition, the control unit 3000 can perform a process of authenticating an ID, a password, and the like input by a collector who collects shipments stored on the shelf 301.
[0032]
The center 1 is a device that constitutes a delivery information processing device according to the present invention, and performs processing for collecting information on the dispatched goods notified from the post 2 and the locker 3 and assigning a collector to the information.
The center 1 is composed of a computer, and the functional blocks shown in FIG. 10 are composed of a CPU, a computer program executed by the CPU, a RAM for storing the computer program, an internal memory such as a ROM, and an external storage device such as a hard disk drive. .
The functional blocks shown in FIG. 10 include a dispatch database 101, a collector / distributor database 102, a post information database 103, an advertisement information database 104, a dispatcher information processor 105, a collector / distributor information processor 106, a password issuing unit 107, and a notification process. It comprises a unit 108, a payment processing unit 109, and an advertisement information processing unit 110.
[0033]
The shipment database 101 is a storage unit in which information on each shipment is stored in a database.
As shown in FIG. 11, the dispatch database 101 stores a receipt number assigned to the dispatch to identify each dispatch, standard information indicating the weight and size of the dispatch, and a post storing the dispatch. Post ID as device identification information, delivery information on delivery destination and sender, delivery type information, delivery fee paid by user, payment type, collector / distributor ID for identifying assigned collector / distributor, contents of shipment Object information can be stored.
The delivery type information is information indicating the handling of the shipment during delivery. Information is included.
Note that the post ID is an ID starting with “P” for the post 2 and “R” for the locker 3, and for the locker, information for identifying each shelf is added afterwards as a post ID. Is also good.
[0034]
The collector / distributor database 102 is a storage unit that stores information on each collector / distributor in a database.
As shown in FIG. 12, the collector / distributor database 102 can store a collector / distributor ID for identifying each collector, a collector / distributor name, handled shipment information, collection / distribution schedule information, and contact information.
The handled shipment information indicates the standard of shipments that can be handled by the collector and distributor, such as correspondence, small packages, refrigerated items, large cargo, etc. The weight contents can be specified.
The contact information is information for contacting each collection and delivery person, and may be, for example, a telephone number or an e-mail address.
In addition, the collection and delivery person may be registered for each individual who performs the collection and delivery business, or may be registered for each business entity.
[0035]
The post information database 103 is a database that stores information on the post 2 and the locker 3 as the post devices.
As shown in FIG. 13, the post information database 103 can store a post ID for identifying each post 2 or the locker 3, the location of the post, reception information, reception information, and the like.
The reception information includes, for example, information such as the time at which the shipment was received and the one-time password issued at that time. Further, the reception information includes information such as a reception time, a collection / distributor ID of the received collection / delivery person, and an input password.
[0036]
The advertisement information database 104 is a database of advertisement information to be distributed to users of the post 2 or the locker 3.
The advertisement information database 104 can store advertisement information and attribute information (for example, hobbies, preferences, areas of residence, etc.) of the target user.
[0037]
The shipment information processing unit 105 performs a process of receiving, from the post 2 or the locker 3, information related to the shipment received by the post 2 or the locker 3. The information received at this time includes, for example, a receipt number, a standard, a post ID, delivery information, a delivery type information, a delivery fee, a payment type, and content information of a shipment.
[0038]
The collector / distributor information processing unit 106 performs a process of selecting a collector / distributor who collects and delivers the shipment received by the post 2 or the locker 3.
As this process, for example, the delivery route of the shipment received by the delivery / delivery information processing unit 106 is specified, and the optimum delivery / delivery person is selected from the delivery route, delivery type information, delivery time, and the delivery capability of the delivery / delivery person. By making an inquiry to the selected collector, the collector can be selected and determined.
[0039]
The password issuing unit 107 issues a password for authenticating the collector / distributor based on a predetermined rule to the collector / distributor who collects and delivers the shipment.
This password may be a one-time password that can have different contents each time it is issued.
[0040]
The notification processing unit 108 performs a process of notifying the collected and delivered person of the issued password and information on the shipment.
This processing may be notified using, for example, an e-mail, or may be notified using a predetermined protocol via a predetermined mobile phone network.
[0041]
The settlement processing unit 109 performs a process of totalizing the usage fees of the post 2 and the locker 3 and distributing the usage fees to the collectors and distributors based on a predetermined ratio.
In the case of distribution to the collectors and distributors, for example, the amount to be distributed to the collectors and distributors may be calculated according to a predetermined rule according to the number, destination, type information, and the like of the shipments collected and distributed by each distributor.
[0042]
The advertisement information processing unit 110 can distribute the advertisement information via the post 2 or the locker 3.
In this process, the advertisement information processing unit 110 refers to the delivery information in the delivery database 101 and, from the advertisement information database 104, retrieves the advertisement information related to the items that the sender often ships and the destination area of the items. It can be extracted and delivered to post 2 or locker 3.
In addition, the advertisement information processing unit 110 periodically distributes information such as predetermined advertisement information and weather forecast information, and information such as regional information on an area where the post 2 or the locker 3 is installed via the post 2 or the locker 3. It may be.
[0043]
Next, a delivery method of the delivery according to the present invention will be described.
First, the overall processing flow will be described with reference to FIG. In the present embodiment, it is assumed that a collector / distributor ID for identifying the collector / distributor is assigned to the collector / distributor in advance.
In FIG. 1, first, when a user posts a shipment to the post 2 or posts a shipment to be delivered to the locker 3, the post 2 or the locker 3 collects information about the shipment from a sensor or the like, and obtains information about the shipment. Is notified to the center 1 (S1). The information notified at this time includes, for example, a reception number, a standard, a post ID, delivery information, a delivery type information, a delivery fee, a payment type, and content information of the shipment.
[0044]
The center 1 selects an optimal delivery route based on information such as the type, destination, size, and weight of the received shipment, and sends an e-mail or the like to the collector / distributor terminal 4 of the collector / distributor belonging to the delivery route. (S2).
[0045]
When the notification is made, the collection and delivery person answers the center 1 as to whether the dispatched product can be delivered using the collection and delivery terminal 4 (S3).
The center 1 issues, for example, a one-time password as authentication information for authenticating the collector / distributor to the collector / distributor who can collect / distribute, and notifies the collector / distributor terminal 4 of this (S4).
At the same time, the center 1 notifies the post 2 or the locker 3 storing the shipment of the issued one-time password and the ID of the designated collector / distributor (S5).
As a result, the post 2 or the locker 3 memorizes and stores the notified collector / distributor ID and the one-time password.
[0046]
The collector / distributor goes to the notified post 2 or locker 3 and inputs a collector / distributor ID for identifying the collector and the notified one-time password as authentication information and requests unlocking (S6).
The post 2 or the locker 3 requested to open the lock determines whether the input collector / distributor ID and one-time password match the collector / distributor ID and password notified from the center 1 (S7).
If the result of the determination is correct, the post 2 or the locker 3 unlocks the door and allows the collector to collect the shipment stored therein (S8).
Then, the post 2 or the locker 3 sends the information indicating that the collector / receiver has received the shipment to the center 1.
(S9), and the process ends.
[0047]
Next, a detailed processing flow when the post 2 according to the present embodiment receives a shipment will be described with reference to FIG.
In FIG. 14, first, when the user brings the shipment and posts it to the posting port 201 of the post 2, the weight sensor 203 detects the weight of the posted shipment to detect that the shipment has been posted. (S101).
When detecting that the shipment is posted, the control unit 2000 controls the contents detection sensor 204 to acquire various information such as the odor of the shipment, the X-ray image of the contents, and the temperature (S102).
[0048]
The control unit 2000 determines from the acquired information whether or not the shipment is deliverable (S103).
In this determination process, for example, the control unit 2000 may determine whether there is a rot, a toxic substance, or the like based on the odor of the shipment, or whether it is a dangerous substance from an image captured by the X-ray sensor.
As a result of the determination, if the shipment is not deliverable, the control unit 2000 displays a message indicating that the shipment is not accepted on the display 206, drives the transport mechanism 202, and returns the shipment from the mailing port 201. (S104), and terminates the process. At this time, if the shipment is a dangerous substance or the like, the control unit 2000 may notify the police or the like.
[0049]
If the result of the determination indicates that the shipment is deliverable, the control unit 2000 controls the scanner 215 to scan the entire shipment (S105).
When the scanning is completed, the control unit 2000 determines from the scanned image whether or not a destination such as a delivery destination and a sender is described in the shipment (S106).
As a result of the determination, when the delivery destination and the sender are not described in the shipment, the control unit 2000 displays a message requesting input of destination information using the touch panel 205 on the display 26 (S107).
[0050]
When it is determined that the delivery destination and the sender are described in the processing of S106, or when the user inputs the delivery destination and the sender from the touch panel 205 in the processing of S107, the control unit 2000 normally performs the express delivery. , A message requesting selection of a delivery type such as registered mail, airmail, or seamail is displayed on the display 206 (S108).
When the user selects the delivery type in response to the request, the control unit 2000 specifies the vertical, horizontal, and height sizes of the shipment based on the scanned image (S109), and controls the weight sensor 203. Then, the weight of the shipment is measured (S110).
When these processes are completed, the control unit 2000 refers to the fee table 202 and calculates a delivery fee based on the destination information, the delivery type, the size, and the weight of the specified shipment (S111).
When the calculation is completed, the control unit 2000 displays the delivery fee on the display 206, and displays a request message to select whether the delivery fee is to be paid in advance or postpaid (S112).
[0051]
Continuing with FIG. 15, when prepayment is selected in the process of S113, control unit 2000 displays a message on the display 206 requesting that the user select cash or card payment based on the message (S113). .
When the user selects a card, the control unit 2000 controls the card reader 208 and waits until the card is inserted. When the card is inserted, the type of the card, the payment institution information of the card, and the card number Based on the read payment institution information, a payment request message including a card number and the like is transmitted to a corresponding payment center (not shown) to make a payment processing request (S114).
When cash is selected in the process of S113, a request is made to put cash into the cash slot 209a (S115).
[0052]
When there is a reply from the settlement center in accordance with the processing of S114, or when cash is inserted in the processing of S115, the control unit 2000 determines whether the settlement is completed, that is, whether there is a notification from the settlement center that settlement is possible. Alternatively, it is determined whether cash equivalent to the fee has been inserted (S116).
As a result of the determination, when it is determined that the payment is not completed, the control unit 2000 returns to the processing of S112 and requests the payment by cash or card again for the shortage.
If the settlement is not completed, for example, if the shortage is not completed even after a predetermined time has elapsed after it is determined that the payment has not been completed, the control unit 2000 ejects the shipment and accepts the reception. You may make it reject.
[0053]
Further, as a result of the determination, when it is determined that the settlement is completed, or when the post-payment is selected in the above-described processing of S112, the control unit 2000 issues a reception number according to a predetermined rule (S117). The reception number is a number unique to each shipment, and the shipment can be specified by this number.
When the receipt number is issued, the control unit 2000 controls the receipt issuing machine 211 to issue a receipt (S118). On the receipt, for example, information such as a reception date, a settlement amount, a reception number of the shipment, a type of the shipment, and a destination may be printed.
[0054]
Further, the control unit 2000 controls the printer 207 to print the receipt number or the like issued for the shipment (S119).
The content to be printed may include, in addition to the reception number, the reception date, the post ID of the received post 2, and the destination and the district code of the destination in the case of a shipment in which the destination is not described. Further, as a printing method, it may be printed directly on the dispatched item, or may be printed on a predetermined slip or sticker and affixed to the dispatched item.
[0055]
When printing is completed, the control unit 2000 controls the transport mechanism 202 to transport and store the dispatched product in the storage unit 212 (S120).
Further, the control unit 2000 notifies the center 1 of information such as a reception number, a delivery type, a weight, a destination, a post ID, and information on contents of the received shipment (S121), and ends the processing.
[0056]
Next, a detailed processing flow in the case where the collection and delivery person performs collection and delivery from the post 2 will be described with reference to FIG. It is assumed that the post 2 stores the one-time password and the collector / distributor ID issued by the center 1 in the authentication information storage unit 2003 in advance.
In FIG. 16, when the collector / distributor goes to the assigned post 2 and issues an unlock request for the post 2 through the touch panel 205, the control unit 2000 receives the unlock request (S201) and collects and delivers to the collector. The input of the user ID and the password is requested (S202).
When the collector / distributor inputs the collector / distributor ID and password from the touch panel 205 in response to the request, the control unit 2000 accepts them (S203), and the input collector / distributor ID and password are stored in the authentication information storage unit 2003. It is determined whether or not it matches the collection and delivery person ID and password notified from the center 1 (S204).
[0057]
As a result of the determination, when the collector / distributor ID or the password is incorrect, the control unit 2000 returns to the process of S202 again and requests the input of the collector / distributor ID and the password. The process of requesting the input of the ID and the password again may be repeated a predetermined number of times, and thereafter, the process may be terminated as an error.
[0058]
If it is determined that the ID and the password are correct, the control unit 2000 instructs the locking device of the post 2 to unlock (S205).
For example, the control unit 2000 notifies the center 1 of information such as the receipt number of the shipment received by the collection and delivery person and the date and time of the receipt (S206), and ends the processing.
[0059]
Next, a description will be given, with reference to FIG.
In FIG. 17, when the user places a shipment or a package to be stored in the reception unit 309 of the locker 3, the weight sensor detects that the shipment or the package is placed (S301).
When it is detected that the shipment or package is placed on the reception unit 309, the control unit 3000 controls the content detection sensor to control various information such as the odor of the shipment, the X-ray image of the content, and the temperature. Is detected (S302).
Based on the result of this detection, the control unit 3000 determines from these information whether or not the shipment or package can be delivered or stored (S303).
In this determination process, for example, the control unit 3000 may determine whether there is a rot or a toxic substance based on the odor of the shipment, or whether it is a dangerous substance from an image captured by the X-ray sensor.
As a result of the determination, if the shipment cannot be delivered or stored, the control unit 3000 displays a message indicating that the shipment is not accepted on the display 303, returns the shipment or the package (S304), and performs the process. finish.
[0060]
If it is determined that the item can be sent or stored, the control unit 3000 displays a message on the display 303 to select either delivery of the item to be sent or storage of the package, and uses the message. The user is requested to make a selection (S305).
If the user selects delivery of the shipment, the control unit 3000 controls the scanner to scan the entire shipment (S306).
The control unit 3000 determines whether the delivery destination and the sender are described in the shipment based on the image acquired from the scanner (S307).
As a result of the determination, when the delivery destination and the sender are not described in the shipment, the control unit 3000 displays a message requesting to input destination information using the touch panel 304 on the display 303 (S308).
[0061]
When it is determined that the delivery destination and the sender are described in the processing of S307, or when the user inputs the delivery destination and the sender from the touch panel 205 in the processing of S308, the control unit 3000 normally performs the express delivery. , A message requesting selection of a delivery type such as registered mail, airmail, or seamail is displayed on the display 303 (S309).
When the user selects the delivery type, the control unit 3000 specifies the vertical, horizontal, and height sizes of the shipment based on the scanned image (S310).
The control unit 3000 controls the weight sensor to measure the weight of the shipment (S311).
When the weight measurement is completed, the control unit 3000 refers to the fee table 3002 and calculates a delivery fee based on the destination information, the delivery type, the size, and the weight of the specified shipment (S312).
[0062]
In FIG. 18, the control unit 3000 displays the calculated delivery fee on the display 303, and displays a request message to select whether the delivery fee is to be paid in advance or afterward (S313).
If prepayment is selected, control unit 3000 displays a message on the display 303 requesting that the user select cash or card payment based on the message (S314).
When the user selects a card, the control unit 3000 controls the card reader 307 and waits until the card is inserted. When the card is inserted, the type of the card, the payment institution information of the card, and the card number And the like, and transmits a card number or the like to a corresponding settlement center (not shown) based on the read settlement institution information to make a settlement processing request (S315).
Further, when cash is selected in the process of S313, a request is made to put cash into the cash slot 209a (S316).
[0063]
When there is a reply from the settlement center in response to the processing of S315, or when cash is inserted in the processing of S316, the control unit 3000 notifies that the settlement is completed, that is, that the settlement is possible from the card settlement center. It is determined whether or not there has been a payment or cash equivalent to the fee has been inserted (S317).
If it is determined that the payment has not been completed, the control unit 3000 returns to the process of S314 and requests the cash or card payment for the shortage again.
[0064]
In addition, as a result of the determination, when it is determined that the settlement is completed, and when the post-payment is selected in the above-described process of S313, the control unit 3000 determines whether the payment is completed according to the size of the shipment, the type of the shipment, and the like. With reference to the management table 3003, an appropriate locker is allocated from the empty shelves 301 (S318).
In this process, for example, the control unit 3000 may select a locker capable of storing the outgoing goods based on the size of the outgoing goods from the vacant lockers, or a case in which the refrigerator needs to be refrigerated. , A refrigerator shelf 301 may be selected.
Further, the control unit 3000 may allow the user to select a shelf having a desired height according to the user's height or the like, or, if the weight of the shipment is heavy, preferentially assign the lower shelf. You may do so.
[0065]
When the assignment is completed, the control unit 3000 instructs the locking device of the assigned shelf 301 to unlock (S319).
At this time, a light emitting element or the like may be provided at the door portion of the shelf 301, and the issuing element of the shelf 301 to which the control unit 3000 is assigned may emit light to serve as a mark.
[0066]
When the storage of the shipment is completed and the door is closed, the control unit 3000 issues a locking instruction to the locking device assuming that the storage is completed, and locks the shelf 301 (S320).
Then, the control unit 3000 issues the receipt number of the shipment, and controls the receipt issuing machine 308 to issue the receipt (S321). On the receipt, for example, information such as a reception date, a settlement amount, a reception number of the shipment, a type of the shipment, and a destination may be printed.
[0067]
In addition, the control unit 3000 controls the printer 207 to print the issued receipt number and the like on the shipment (S322).
The contents to be printed may include, in addition to the receipt number, the date of receipt, the identification number of the locker 3 that has been accepted, the destination in the case of a shipment without a destination, the district code of the destination, and the like. In addition, as a place for printing, the information may be printed directly on the shipment, or may be printed on a predetermined slip or sticker and affixed to the shipment.
[0068]
When the printing is completed, the control unit 3000 notifies the center 1 of information such as the reception number of the received shipment, the number of the stored locker, the delivery type, the weight, the destination, and the identification number of the post. (S323), the process ends.
[0069]
Further, the processing in the case where storage of luggage is selected in the processing of S305 described above will be described with reference to FIG.
In FIG. 19, when the user only stores the luggage, the control unit 3000 displays the type of shelf to be used for the user on the display 303 (for example, the size of the shelf, whether or not it is for refrigeration, etc.). A message requesting selection and storage period input is displayed (S331).
When the user inputs predetermined information from touch panel 304 in response to this message, control unit 3000 calculates a storage fee according to the type of shelf input by the user and the storage period (S332).
[0070]
When the calculation of the fee is completed, the control unit 3000 displays a message on the display 303 for asking the user whether the fee is to be paid in advance or afterward (S333).
When the user selects the prepayment, the control unit 3000 displays a message requesting to select payment by card or payment by cash on the display 303 (S334).
[0071]
When the card payment is selected by the user, the control unit 3000 controls the card reader 307 and waits until the card is inserted. When the card is inserted, the type of the card, the payment institution information of the card, and The card number and the like are read, and the card number and the like are transmitted to the corresponding settlement center based on the read settlement institution information to make a settlement processing request (S335).
Further, when cash is selected in the processing of S335, it is requested that cash be inserted into the cash inlet 209a (S336).
[0072]
When there is a reply from the settlement center in accordance with the processing in S336, or when cash is inserted in the processing in S337, the control unit 3000 notifies that the settlement is completed, that is, that the settlement is possible from the settlement center of the card. It is determined whether or not there has been a payment or whether the cash equivalent to the charge has been inserted (S337).
If it is determined that the payment has not been completed, the control unit 3000 returns to the process of S335 and requests the cash or card payment for the shortfall again.
[0073]
Further, in FIG. 20, when it is determined that the settlement is completed as a result of the determination, and when the post-payment is selected in the process of S334, the control unit 3000 refers to the shelf management table 3003. Then, a shelf 301 having an appropriate size according to the type of the shelf requested by the user or the like is allocated from the empty shelves 301 (S338).
[0074]
When the assignment is completed, the control unit 3000 instructs the locking device of the assigned shelf 301 to unlock (S339).
At this time, a light emitting element or the like may be provided at the door portion of the shelf 301, and the issuing element of the shelf 301 to which the control unit 3000 is assigned may emit light to serve as a mark.
[0075]
When the storage of the luggage is completed and the door is closed, the control unit 3000 determines that the storage is completed and issues a locking instruction to the locking device to lock the shelf 301 (S340).
The control unit 3000 issues a one-time password for unlocking the shelf 301 based on a predetermined rule (S341).
Then, the control unit 3000 controls the receipt issuing machine 308 to issue a receipt in which the locker ID, the ID of the shelf 301, the issued one-time password and the like are described (S342), and ends the process.
[0076]
Next, a detailed processing flow in the case where the collector performs the collection and delivery from the locker 3 will be described with reference to FIG. The locker 3 stores in advance the one-time password issued by the center 1, the collector / distributor ID, and the shelf ID of the shelf 301 in which the shipment is stored in the shelf management table 3003.
In FIG. 21, when the collector / deliverer goes to the assigned post 2 and makes a request to unlock the locker 3 using the touch panel 304, the control unit 3000 receives the unlock request (S401) and opens the collector. The input of the shelf ID of the shelf 301 for which the lock request is made is requested (S402).
When the user inputs the specified shelf ID, for example, by connecting the collection / delivery terminal 4 to the authentication device 305 in response to the request, the control unit 3000 accepts the input (S403).
When a shelf ID is input, a blinking lamp may be provided at each shelf 301 so that the corresponding lamp blinks so that the designated shelf can be immediately identified.
[0077]
Further, the control unit 3000 continuously requests the input of the collector ID and the password (S404).
In response to this request, when the collector / distributor inputs the ID and the one-time password, the control unit 3000 receives the ID (S405), and the input collector / distributor ID and the one-time password are stored in the shelf management table 3003. It is determined whether it is compatible with the collection and delivery person ID and the one-time password (S406).
When the ID or the password is incorrect as a result of the determination, the control unit 3000 returns to the process of S404 again and requests the input of the ID and the password.
The process of requesting the input of the ID and the password again may be repeated a predetermined number of times, and thereafter, the process may be terminated as an error.
[0078]
If it is determined that the ID and the password are correct, the control unit 3000 instructs the locking device of the shelf 301 designated by the user to unlock the shelf 301 (S407).
For example, the control unit 3000 notifies the center 1 of information such as the reception number of the shipment received by the collection and delivery person and the reception date and time (S408), and ends the processing.
[0079]
Next, the details of the processing of the center 1 when the post 2 or the locker 3 receives the shipment will be described with reference to FIG.
In FIG. 22, when information about a shipment is notified from the post 2 or the locker 3, the shipment information processing unit 105 receives this information (S501) and registers information about the shipment in the shipment database 101 (S502). ).
[0080]
When the information is registered, the collector / distributor information processing unit 106 specifies a delivery route such as a truck service, a ship service, or an air service from the destination information and the delivery type of the shipment, and refers to the collector / distributor database 12 to determine the delivery route. A pick-up / delivery person that matches the delivery route is extracted (S503).
[0081]
In addition, the collector / distributor information processing unit 106 further narrows down and extracts, from the selected collectors / distributors, collectors / distributors who match the delivery type of the shipment and can deliver the earliest (S504, S505).
In this process, for example, the delivery / collector information processing unit 106 refers to the delivery schedule of the delivery / delivery person from vehicles (for example, truck flights) or the like suitable for the delivery type, and selects a delivery schedule that matches the destination and delivery type. Can be determined by selecting a courier having the following.
[0082]
When the extraction is completed, the notification processing unit 108 notifies the collection / distributor terminal 4 of the extracted collection / delivery person of information on the dispatched goods and inquires whether collection / delivery is possible (S506).
As a result of the inquiry, if there is an answer from the collector / distributor, the collector / distributor information processing unit 106 determines whether or not the notified collector / deliverer has answered that collection is possible (S507). If the result of the determination is that the collection / delivery of the collection / delivery person is not possible, the process returns to the above-described step S503, and the next highest-matching distribution / delivery person is extracted.
[0083]
Further, as a result of the discrimination, if there is a reply from the collector that the collection is possible, the password issuing unit 107 issues a one-time password based on a predetermined rule (S508).
Then, the notification processing unit 108 notifies the one-time password issued to the collection / delivery person by, for example, e-mail or the like (S509), and notifies the post 2 or the locker 3 storing the shipment to the password. (S510).
When the notification is completed, the password issuing unit 107 stores the issued one-time password in the post information database 13 (S511), and ends the processing.
[0084]
Next, the settlement processing of the usage fee will be described with reference to FIG.
In FIG. 23, the payment processing unit 109 totals the usage fees collected by the post 2 and the locker 3 at a predetermined timing (S601).
Further, the settlement processing unit 109 refers to the shipment database 101 and extracts the shipment handled by each collection and delivery person based on the collection and delivery person ID (S602).
The settlement processing unit 109 calculates a delivery fee for each pickup / distributor based on the number, type, distance, and the like of the extracted shipments according to a predetermined rule (S603).
Then, the payment processing unit 109 calculates the calculated fee of each collector from the collected usage fee, instructs the payment to a predetermined financial institution such as a bank, and instructs each collector to pay the fee. Payment is made (S604), and the process ends.
[0085]
Next, a process for distributing advertisement information will be described with reference to FIG.
It is assumed that the advertisement information processing unit 110 registers the advertisement information and the attribute information of the target in the advertisement information database 104 in advance in response to a request from the advertisement client.
In FIG. 24, the advertisement information processing unit 110 sorts the information on the shipment in the shipment database 101 for each sender (S701).
When the sorting is completed, the advertisement information processing unit 110 stores information such as the contents of the shipment that has been sent most frequently for each user, the post 2 or the locker 3 that has received the contents, the time zone when the contents have been received, and the area to which the information is sent. It is specified (S702).
[0086]
When the specification is completed, the advertisement information processing unit 110 determines whether or not the advertisement information on the shipment with the largest number of shipments is registered in the advertisement information database 104 (S703).
This determination is, for example, when it is determined that the number of times that the user has delivered the golf bag is large, whether advertisement information including golf as a keyword, such as advertisement information about a golf course, is registered. Determine whether or not.
When the advertisement information has not been registered, the advertisement information processing unit 110 ends the processing on the assumption that there is no advertisement information to be transmitted.
[0087]
If the corresponding advertisement information is present, the advertisement information is displayed on the display for the post 2 or the locker 3 from which the sender has sent the most frequently used advertisement information during the time when the user uses the advertisement information most frequently. Then, it is notified to perform the advertisement (S704), and the process ends.
[0088]
As described above, according to the present embodiment, the center 1 acquires the destination information of the shipment, the information such as the shape, the weight, and the contents of the shipment from the post 2 or the locker 3 and based on the acquired information. Therefore, by selecting the optimal collection and delivery person by referring to the shape, weight, contents, etc. of the goods that can be collected and delivered by each collection and delivery person, the center 1 determines the shape, weight, contents, etc. of the goods to be delivered. Accordingly, an optimal collection / delivery person can be assigned, so that the delivery can be collected / delivery efficiently.
In addition, since the collector / delivery person only has to go to the post 2 or the locker 3 to which the notice has been sent to collect the shipment, the collection of the shipment can be performed efficiently.
[0089]
Further, the payment processing unit 109 performs payment processing for paying a delivery fee to a collection and delivery person who has delivered the shipment based on the usage fee collected from the sender who sent the shipment or the recipient who received the shipment. Therefore, the settlement of the fee can be performed accurately and reliably based on the results of the transportation performed by the plurality of collectors and distributors.
[0090]
In addition, since the advertisement information processing unit 110 provides the information on the contents of the received shipment and / or the advertisement information related to the destination information, appropriate advertisement information is provided to the user and the like. Advertising effectiveness.
[0091]
In addition, since a one-time password is issued to the collection / delivery person, a different collection / delivery person can be designated for each shipment.
[0092]
In addition, since the post 2 or the locker 3 enables payment by card or cash, it is possible to save the trouble of purchasing a stamp at a post office as in the past, and the user can easily send out the goods. can do.
[0093]
In addition, by using the locker 3 as the post device, it is possible to store the items on different shelves 301 for each shipment, and it is easy to distinguish the collection and delivery person for each shipment.
[0094]
In addition, by providing the shelves 301 having different sizes or the shelves 301 for refrigeration, the locker 3 can easily send out even shipments that need to be handled in a different size or special handling.
By using the locker 3, it becomes possible to store luggage not only as a post device but also like a conventional coin locker.
[0095]
In the above-described embodiment, an example has been described in which the post 2 or the locker 3 authenticates the collector / distributor ID and the password. However, the present invention is not limited to this. 1 and the center 1 may perform authentication processing.
Instead of a receipt, an IC card or the like storing a locker ID or the like assigned to the user may be issued.
[0096]
When notifying the courier, for example, the courier information processing unit 106 collects the current location information of the courier terminal 4 using CPS or the like, and accepts the shipment based on the collected current location information. The notification may be made only to the pickup and delivery terminal 4 existing within a predetermined distance range from the post 2.
[0097]
In addition, the post 2 and the locker 3 are notified of information on undeliverable contents (for example, explosives, spoils, powerful chemicals, etc.), and detect when the post 2 and the locker 3 can receive each shipment. You may do so.
Thereby, for example, by sending a notification from the center 1 side, it is possible to select and deliver an appropriate shipment according to the situation, thereby improving safety.
[0098]
In addition, the center 1 may collect the dispatch ID and the information on the delivery status of the deliveries in the middle of delivery, and provide these to the user as the delivery status information of the deliveries.
In this case, for example, a user may input a shipment ID from a predetermined bulletin board on the Internet or the like so that the delivery status of the shipment can be confirmed.
[0099]
In addition, advertisement information, map information, weather information, and the like can be distributed to the above-described post 2 or the locker 3 and displayed on each display to be used as an advertisement medium.
[0100]
In the above-described embodiment, an example in which the same person stores and picks up the luggage has been described. However, the luggage may be delivered using the luggage storage function of the locker 3.
In this case, the person storing the package in the locker 3 notifies the issued one-time password and locker ID to the third party (recipient) who receives the package, and inputs the information when the recipient receives the package. Alternatively, the control unit 3000 may verify the input one-time password and locker ID so that the package can be delivered. In this case, the control unit 3000 may notify the center 2 of the receipt confirmation data that the recipient has received the package, so that the receipt can be confirmed by an inquiry from the person who has stored the package (delivery person).
At the same time, the control unit 3000 may notify the center 1 and the collection / delivery person of information indicating that the shelf of the locker 3 is vacant upon receipt.
[0101]
The computer program for the center 1 according to the present embodiment may be stored in a computer-readable medium such as a CD-ROM and an FD. Further, the computer program can be superimposed on a carrier wave and distributed via a communication network. For example, the program may be posted on a bulletin board (BBS) of a communication network and distributed via the network. Then, the above-described processing may be executed by activating this computer program and executing it in the same manner as other application programs under the control of the OS.
[0102]
【The invention's effect】
ADVANTAGE OF THE INVENTION According to this invention, collection and delivery of dispatch can be performed efficiently.
[Brief description of the drawings]
FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an outline of an entire configuration and an overall processing flow of an embodiment according to the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a front view of the post according to the embodiment.
FIG. 3 is a side sectional view of the post according to the embodiment;
FIG. 4 is a functional block diagram of a post control unit according to the embodiment.
FIG. 5 is a view showing an example of data stored in a destination database according to the embodiment.
FIG. 6 is a view showing an example of data stored in a charge table according to the embodiment.
FIG. 7 is a front view of the locker according to the embodiment.
FIG. 8 is a functional block diagram of a control unit of the locker according to the embodiment.
FIG. 9 is a view showing an example of data stored in a shelf management table according to the embodiment.
FIG. 10 is a functional block diagram of a center according to the embodiment.
FIG. 11 is a view showing an example of data stored in a shipment database according to the embodiment.
FIG. 12 is a view showing an example of data stored in a pickup and delivery person database according to the embodiment;
FIG. 13 is a view showing an example of data stored in a post information database according to the embodiment.
FIG. 14 is a process flow showing a process for sending out a shipment by the post according to the embodiment;
FIG. 15 is another processing flow showing a processing at the time of sending out a shipment by the post according to the embodiment.
FIG. 16 is a process flow showing a process when the collector collects the dispatched goods from the post according to the embodiment.
FIG. 17 is a process flow showing a process for sending out a shipment by the locker according to the embodiment;
FIG. 18 is another processing flow showing the processing when the shipment is sent out by the locker according to the embodiment.
FIG. 19 is a process flow showing a process for storing luggage by the locker according to the embodiment;
FIG. 20 is a processing flow showing still another processing for storing luggage by the locker according to the embodiment;
FIG. 21 is a process flow showing a process when a delivery / collector collects a shipment from the locker according to the embodiment;
FIG. 22 is a processing flow of the center when the post or the locker according to the present embodiment receives a shipment.
FIG. 23 is a processing flow when the center according to the present embodiment performs payment of a fee.
FIG. 24 is a processing flow when the center according to the present embodiment provides advertisement information.
[Explanation of symbols]
1 center
2 post
3 Lockers
4 Collection and delivery terminal
101 Shipment Database
102 Collection and Delivery Database
103 Post Information Database
104 Advertising information database
105 Shipment Information Processing Department
106 Collection and Delivery Information Processing Department
107 Password issuing unit
108 Notification processing unit
109 Settlement processing unit
110 Advertising Information Processing Unit

Claims (6)

A device configured to be able to communicate with a post device that can acquire destination information of a shipment and information on the shape, weight, and contents of the shipment,
Notifying means for receiving information on the destination information of the shipment and the shape, weight, and contents of the shipment, notified from the post device,
For each courier who collects and delivers shipments, information on the shape, weight, and contents of the shipment that each courier can collect and deliver, and courier information storage means for storing collection and delivery schedule information,
Referring to the collection and delivery information storage means, selecting means for selecting a collection and delivery person that matches the destination information and type information of the shipment received from the post device;
Notifying means for notifying the information of the above-mentioned post apparatus for performing the collection and delivery and the shipment to the selected collection and delivery person,
A delivery information processing apparatus comprising: The post device can further acquire delivery type information indicating handling during delivery of the shipment,
The receiving means further receives delivery type information from the post device,
The selecting means selects a pickup / distributor matching the received delivery type information;
The delivery information processing device according to claim 1. Settlement processing to settle the fee to be paid to the delivery / delivery company or the business operator managing the delivery / delivery company from the usage fee collected from the sender who sent the shipment or the recipient who received the shipment. Further comprising means,
The delivery information processing device according to claim 1. The post device further obtains information on the sender of the shipment,
The receiving means further receives sender information on the sender of the shipment from the post device,
Advertising information distribution means for distributing, to the post device, advertisement information relating to the contents of the received shipment and / or the destination of the shipment or the area to which the shipment is to be sent,
The delivery information processing device according to claim 1. The post apparatus has a determination unit that detects the contents of the shipment and determines whether the contents can be delivered,
The post apparatus further includes means for notifying information about undeliverable contents.
The delivery information processing apparatus according to claim 1. A computer program for causing a computer to function as a device configured to be able to communicate with a post device capable of acquiring destination information of a shipment and information on the shape, weight, and contents of the shipment,
Against the computer
A process of receiving information on the destination information of the shipment and the shape, weight, and contents of the shipment, notified from the post device;
For each courier who collects and distributes shipments, it receives information from the post device by referring to information on the shape, weight, and contents of the shipment that each courier can collect and distribute, and the courier information storage means that stores the collection and delivery schedule information. A process of selecting a pickup / delivery person conforming to the destination information and type information of the dispatched item;
Processing for notifying the selected post-delivery person of the information of the post apparatus for performing the collection and delivery and the shipment,
A computer program that executes

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