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April 19, 2005
Tacoma, Wash. - Apr. 19, 2005 - DropStation, Inc. founder announced today the publication of a pioneering patent for the system and method for remotely coordinating the secure delivery of goods.
The patent, with a priority date of 2000, covers the entire process relating to a networked system of Automated Delivery Machines (ADM) for the collection and dispensing of goods. The process brings innovation to the logistics supply chain and heavily relates to the e-commerce market where delivery of packages in the Last Mile proves to be a challenging proposition.
About DropStation, Inc. The Company provides a network of secure, self-serve Automated Delivery Machines (ADM), which streamlines the pickup and delivery of packages and goods in various urban and rural markets. DropStation has developed a patented, proprietary computer controlled, multi-compartment software and hardware system that allow parcel carriers to significantly increase first delivery success resulting in significant operational savings and increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.
The ADM contains an interactive controller kiosk, similar to an ATM machine, as well as modular banks of secure lockers. Equipped with a standard touch screen monitor, security camera, barcode reader, and credit card reader; the kiosk portion of the ADM controls locker access for the parcel carrier and recipient. In addition, the onboard proprietary software, in conjunction with the DropStation Network, controls the tracking of locker inventory while confirming notification of receipt and delivery of each parcel.
For more information on DropStation, Inc. please visit www.DropStation.com
SOURCE: DropStation, Inc.
