Systems and methods for processing items in an item delivery...

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2002-02-21

2010-06-15

Ly, Cheyne D (Department: 2168)

Data processing: generic control systems or specific application

Specific application, apparatus or process

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C700S228000, C235S375000, C156S387000, C209S900000

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07738994

ABSTRACT:
Tracking an item through an item delivery system comprises reading a tracking indicia on the item, entering data from the tracking indicia into a management system, providing access to the management system, and updating the management system with information regarding the item passing various points within the item delivery system. In addition, the management system may comprise at least one of a business interface system, a coding strategy system, a surface/air management system, a processing operations information system, an activity-based costing system, and a delivery operations information system.

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