JP2003058792A - Distribution system utilizing distribution network of franchise chain store system - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a distribution system allowing both of customers and companies to transact commodities feeling easy and reducing the time, labor and cost for deliver by receiving and delivering various commodities at store in the neighborhood by utilizing conventional systems and facilities. SOLUTION: The headquarter 1 of a franchise chain store system makes a company contracted previously display being a contract company 3. Respective stores 2 under the system, respective contract companies 3, a distribution management center 4 at the headquarter 1 and a delivery center 6 share commodity management information for distribution management with each other. The contract company 3 is permitted to access to an own group distribution management server 4A to input an item required for preparing a delivery plan. Thus, the commodities handled by the companies 3 are delivered to a store designated by a customer 5 from in each store 2 and settled by using the distribution system used by the headquarter 1.

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a multi-store affiliated store sales company such as a convenience store or a multi-store affiliated store organization, such as a group of small stores that are affiliated by a contract. A pre-contract with a business that manufactures or sells items that are not sold at the stores 2 (hereinafter, stores 2) and most of the stores 2 that are usually affiliated with each other on a daily basis. The contractor 3 (hereinafter referred to as contractor 3) is given a password for accessing the distribution management server 4A of its own group or an encryption system that enables access, and each contractor 3
Each store 2, each contractor 3, the distribution management center 4 and the distribution center 6 of the head office 1 share the product management information, and the products handled by the contractor 3 are handled by the head office 1. Using the distribution system used by, the procedures and instructions for delivering the payment from each store 2 to the store designated by the customer 5 and making payment are performed using the Internet or a wireless communication system.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, a multi-store affiliated store sales company such as a convenience store is characterized by a large number of stores, and its site area is small and the number of products handled is limited. It is the same even if small-scale individual shops scattered in rural areas make a contract to form a coalition. In order for these stores to meet various demands of customers, it is necessary to have a vast site area and a huge product lineup. Therefore, at convenience stores, information terminals are installed in each store so that music, game software, tickets, etc. can be purchased to meet customer demand. However, the products to be handled are limited to those in which the products are treated as products in their own store and the display contents of the information terminal are managed only by the company.

On the other hand, mail-order sales using various media such as the Internet, televisions, and catalogs have become popular, and it is becoming possible to purchase all kinds of goods domestically and internationally. However, there is anxiety about purchasing from a stranger.

Further, when it is difficult to take home after shopping at a department store or a large supermarket, a courier will be used as the delivery means when the delivery is requested, and even if the delivery time is specified, the customer will be unable to take time. Being bound is inevitable. Also, the procedure for the delivery request was troublesome.

A related application is Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 9-330354, which lists convenience stores as one of the delivery destinations for sales on the Internet, but the main part of the application manages purchase applications nationwide. A center server is provided so that instructions regarding distribution can be communicated to the ordering management server, the manufacturer server, and the distribution management server of the transportation company that exist independently in each region and have a contractual relationship. For example, it is the same as the conventional sales method in terms of Internet sales using a carrier.

[0006]

[Problems to be solved by the invention] Mainly utilizing existing organizations and facilities, various products are delivered at the storefronts of familiar stores, so that both customers and traders can trade with peace of mind, time, labor and expense. Provide a distribution system that reduces

[0007] In recent years, mail-order sales using the Internet, television or catalogs have become more and more popular, but when purchasing from a stranger, the anxiety cannot be wiped out. Also, there is always a risk that the price will not be recovered from the side of the trader. In the present invention, both the trader and the customer enter into a contract with the multi-store affiliated store organization, thereby giving credit to both parties and enabling distribution of goods with peace of mind. Provide the system.

When shopping at a department store or a large supermarket and it is difficult to take it home, a courier is used as the delivery means. In the case of courier service, waiting is a heavy burden for those who have jobs whose schedules are difficult to set even if the time is specified. In addition, it takes labor cost to deliver to home, and it is unavoidable that the labor cost is included in the delivery cost or the price of the product.

According to the present invention, various items can be delivered and received at a store of a multi-store affiliated store designated by a customer through the Internet or a wireless communication system.
We will provide a distribution system that uses the distribution network of a multi-store affiliated store organization that enables payment as needed and contributes to time and cost reduction.

In the case of finding a favorite product at the destination and delivering it to an acquaintance's house, it is necessary to bring the product to the acquaintance's house again after the product is once taken home or delivered to the house. . The present invention provides a distribution system using a distribution network of a multi-store affiliated store organization that can be delivered to a store designated by a customer of the multi-store affiliated store organization near the visited site.

[0011] It is difficult to secure a large site because the rental fee is high for opening a store in a place where many people gather. Therefore, it is possible to display a sample in a small shop and ship the product to your home.
There is a demerit that it is troublesome to return the product if it is damaged. In the sales system based on the display of samples, the distribution network of the multi-store affiliated store organization, in which a multi-store affiliated store, such as a convenience store, is used as a delivery place for the products to give credit to both parties and make it possible to purchase with confidence To provide a distribution system using

[0012] Although various products are available on the street, there are many cases in which it is not possible to meet the desired product. Classify products handled by contractors into multiple items from multiple perspectives, provide multiple options from the perspective of deciding which product to purchase, and narrow down the desired products by passing multiple product information filters. To provide a distribution system using a distribution network of a multi-store affiliated store organization, in which a desired product can be easily determined by specifying in.

[0013]

[Means for Solving the Problems] In the present invention, the head office 1 (hereinafter, head office 1) of a multi-store affiliated store organization, such as a multi-store affiliated store sales company, or a group of small shops that are in a federation relationship by contract, is under affiliate Each store 2 (hereinafter store 2) and a contractor 3 (hereinafter referred to as a contractor) whose business is to manufacture or sell goods that most of the stores 2 do not usually place in their own stores for sale. , The contractor 3) is made to display that the contractor C is an intermediary of a multi-store affiliated store organization, or the use of a predetermined mark indicating a contractual relationship is permitted. Each contractor 3 is provided with a code such as a company number for identifying each company.

The head office 1 gives each store 2 and the contractor 3 a password for accessing the distribution management system of the head office 1 or an encryption system that enables access, and manages the distribution management center 4 of the head office 1. Each store 2, each contractor 3, the distribution management center 4 of the headquarters 1 and the distribution center 6 are connected via the Internet or a wireless communication system via the distribution management server 4A, and product management information, that is, a, maker name / product Share items such as name and model, b, purchase / delivery destination / delivery date / time, etc., delivery, c, settlement of quantity / amount / payment method, etc.

Each store 2 or each contractor 3 inputs information necessary for creating a delivery plan such as delivery origin, delivery item and quantity, delivery destination to the distribution management software of the distribution management server 4A through the information terminal, or each store 2 Once again, when the customer 5 inputs necessary items for delivery plan creation on the information terminal placed at the shop of each contractor 3 and the homepage 4B established by the headquarters 1 or the contractor 3, the headquarters 1 of the distribution management center 4 Using the distribution management server 4A, the contractor 3
Create a delivery plan that incorporates the plan to deliver the product, reply to the input person, and when the input person confirms, switch the connection destination, issue a shipping instruction to the contractor 3, and apply the corresponding store 2 and the corresponding delivery center. For 6 the instructions for delivery and delivery of merchandise are transmitted by automatic processing to execute the delivery plan, and manage all delivery including fees and profit distribution.

Codes such as product numbers are assigned to the products of each contractor 3 according to a predetermined method, and registered with the manufacturer name, product name, product content, standards classified by outer dimensions, weight, etc. It can be used for distribution work and when the customer 5 specifies a product.

In creating a delivery plan, each product is classified into several standards according to external dimensions, and a loading pattern and quantity that can be loaded for each container loaded on a delivery vehicle are registered in a computer, and a delivery request is made. The computer collates each time it is input so that it is possible to instantly create a loading plan that is easy to load and unload. Each time a loading plan is created, the total weight is added up to determine whether loading is possible.

[0018] Containers are loaded on delivery vehicles to classify the products, and in the delivery plan, the delivery vehicles are specified and the containers are specified to organize and load the products. Containers are classified by delivery destination, and the container number is clearly specified in the delivery instruction.

When the customer 5 selects a product on the information terminal placed at the store of each store 2 or each contractor 3 or on the homepage 4B opened by the head office 1 or the contractor 3, the product handled by the contractor 3 is It is classified into multiple items from various viewpoints for selection, and products can be narrowed down by repeating selection from multiple options so that the optimum product can be specified.

When the product is ordered, the contractor 3 delivers the product to the nearest distribution center 6 or the store 2 which is set in advance in the product consignment place according to the instruction of the head office 1, and the head office 1 uses the distribution channel of its own organization. The product is delivered to the store designated by the customer in each store 2. If necessary, home delivery via each store 2 is also possible.

A code such as a shop number for identifying each shop 2 is assigned to each shop 2. The store numbers are displayed in an easy-to-understand manner at each store 2 and are compiled into a list or a map format, and displayed at the store of each store 2 and each contractor 3 using the information device terminal so that the customer can confirm. To

In identifying the delivery destination store, on the screen of the information terminal or the homepage established by the headquarters, in addition to the store number assigned to each store 2, its location is the prefecture name, county municipality name, ward Names and character names are organized in a list in stages, and it is possible to select and identify in stages from the list, and from any of the above stages,
The target store is specified by the store selection method in which the display in the map format corresponding to the range selected above can be switched so that the customer 5 can use it for ordering products and the like.

If necessary, the customer 5 makes a contract with the head office 1, is given the title of a member of the distribution system, and is provided with a means for certifying the membership number and membership card. When contracting, you will be required to submit your address, name, age, and gender, as well as the name of the financial institution used for withdrawal, the passbook account number, and the proof of the financial institution, if necessary.

Each contractor 3 is able to develop its own activities in advertising and sales operations, and it is possible to clearly indicate that it is a contractor in the catalog of catalog sales or in advertisements published in newspapers and the like.

When the customer 5 tries to purchase the product of the contractor 3, he / she proves that he / she is a member of the distribution system, and if necessary, the product number including the manufacturer name, product name, etc., quantity, amount, etc. Is designated, and the delivery destination is designated by the store number or the like assigned to each store 2.

The customer can apply to purchase the merchandise at each of the contractors 3 and each of the stores 2 as well as the head office 1. The application can be made by the customer individually via the Internet, telephone, mail, etc., orally and in writing at the store, or by using the information terminal of a multi-store affiliated store.

[0027] All types of sales and purchases can be made, such as at a contractor's store, at a store that only displays samples, at a mail-order store that uses the Internet or TV, or at a multi-store affiliated information terminal. Format is the target.

[0028] If a defect is found in the product,
All you have to do is bring it to a number of stores 2 near your home.

Payment can be completed at the place of shopping depending on the customer's choice, but it can also be done by cash payment at the multi-store affiliated store that received the product or withdrawal from the financial institution designated by the customer. Is.

If payment is not made directly to the contractor 3, a member card or member number may be submitted, a signature or personal identification number may be presented, a palm print may be collated, or a method selected from various authentication methods may be used. Identity confirmation is required.

Each store 2, each contractor 3, a distribution management center 4, a distribution center 6, and a delivery vehicle are connected by the Internet or a wireless communication system as necessary to purchase, deliver,
All the information about the contract including payment etc. is sent to the distribution management center 4 and is centrally managed.

The contractor 3 pays the commission to the head office 1, and the profit is distributed to each store 2 according to the amount handled. The usage status is classified and recorded in the distribution management server 4A and processed based on the defined calculation formula so that it can be confirmed by the contractor and each store, and it is reported and settled after a specified period. It

[0033]

BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION Embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 is a head office 1, head office 1 of a multi-store affiliated store organization.
Roles and relationships of each of the stores 2 and contractors 3 under the
Schematic configuration showing the overall structure of a distribution system using a distribution network of a multi-store affiliated store organization according to the present invention, which illustrates the overall flow from the customer 5 purchasing a product from the contractor 3 to receiving it at the store 2. It is a figure.

The head office 1 concludes a contract upon receiving a contract application for a contract from the contractor, and the distribution management center 4 together with the contractor number.
A password or an encryption system for accessing the distribution management server 4A is added.

The head office 1 instructs the contractor 3 to assign a product number including a maker name, a product name, a model, an external dimension standard, etc. to the products handled by the contractor 3, and the head office 1, the store 2, the contractor 3, The distribution management center 4 and the distribution center 6 share the above contents as a part of the product management information.

The contractor 3 can display the contractor's marking object indicating that it is a contract shop at the shop or display it on a printed matter or the like.

The head office 1 assigns a code such as a store number to each store 2. The store number is clearly displayed at the store of each store 2 and is summarized in a list or a map format.
And contractor 3 information terminal at the store, headquarters 1 or contractor 3
The list is displayed on the homepage established by, so that the customer 5 can confirm it.

The customer 5 can place an order for merchandise by any means such as telephone, fax and the Internet. The place of ordering can be various places such as a home, a store 2 and a contractor 3.

The head office 1 registers a member for the customer 5 who has made an application, issues a member card, and gives a code for identification such as a member number.

When the customer 5 places an order with the contractor 3, he / she may prove that he / she is a member of the distribution system by offering a member number or submitting a member card, and if necessary, the manufacturer name and the product name. , The product number including the model, the quantity, the amount of money, the date and time of receipt, etc., are designated, the delivery destination is selected from among the stores 2, and the store number assigned to each store 2 is designated.

The delivery destination store is finally specified by the store number. For each store, the location name, store name,
Enable search and confirmation on the screen of the information terminal from the position on the map.

In the search by the location name, the prefecture name, county, municipality name, ward name, and character name are collected in a list in stages, and the list can be selected step by step from the list and specified. Even from the step, the target store is specified by the store selection method in which the display in the map format corresponding to the range selected above can be switched so that the customer can use it for ordering products and the like.

Contractor 3 who received an order for a product from customer 5
Is a distribution management server 4 managed by the distribution management center 4 of the headquarters 1 via the Internet or a wireless communication system.
By accessing A and inputting items necessary for creating a delivery plan such as a delivery source, a delivery item and a quantity, and a delivery destination, a delivery request is made to the head office 1.

The order of the product from the customer 5 is given to the contractor 3 or the store 2 orally or in writing, and is placed on the homepage 4B established by the headquarters 1 or the contractor 3 or at the store 2 or the contractor 3's storefront. It is also possible for the customer 5 to input necessary items to the information terminal.

Upon receiving the delivery request, the distribution management center 4 uses the distribution management server 4A to create a delivery plan that incorporates the delivery plan of the contractor 3 into the delivery plan of the headquarters 1 and has the input person confirm it. It issues a shipping instruction to the contractor 3, switches the connection destination, and automatically sends work instructions for delivery, delivery, and settlement to each delivery center 6 and the store 2 of the headquarters 1 corresponding to the delivery route.

According to the instruction from the distribution management center 4, the contractor 3 carries in the product from the nearest distribution center B (6B) or the store 2 to the product consignment place defined by the contract.

The delivered goods are the nearest delivery center B.
It is delivered from (6B) to the store 2 designated by the customer via the distribution center A (6A) which controls the store 2 designated by the customer.

The customer 5 stops at the designated store 2, receives the merchandise, and pays the purchase price. The price is paid in cash at the shop of the contractor 3 to purchase, at the shop 2 of the multi-store affiliated store, or at half of each, or by a method contracted in advance, such as withdrawal from a financial institution. It is also possible to pay by etc.

Information relating to settlement such as commissions and profit dividends is collectively managed by the distribution management center 4 using the distribution management server 4A, automatically processed and recorded according to a calculation formula determined in accordance with the contract, and the contractor 2 and The store 4 can check it at any time, and also report and settle at regular intervals.

FIG. 2 shows that the customer 5 places an order for a product with the contractor D (3D) in the B area via the Internet, and the product passes through the contractor D (3D) and the nearest store D (2D) and is in the vicinity of the customer 5. It is a schematic block diagram of the distribution system using the distribution network of the multi-store affiliated store organization of the present invention that illustrates the distribution process delivered to the store A (2A).

When the customer 5 in the area A places an order for a product with the contractor D (3D) in the area B, the contractor D (3D)
Asks the customer 5 to confirm the order number, such as the product number including the manufacturer name, product name, and model, quantity, delivery destination store, delivery date and time, and to the distribution management server 4A of the distribution management center 4 via the Internet or wireless communication system. Access and input a delivery request based on the order contents of the customer 5 into the distribution management software. If the customer uses the Internet for sales, the above can be automatically processed.

The distribution management center 4 is the distribution management server 4
By the automatic process of A, a delivery plan in which the product delivery of the contractor D (3D) is incorporated into the delivery plan of the own group is created, and the contractor D (3D) confirms it.
D) instructs the nearest store D (2D) or the delivery center B (6B) in the B area to carry the product to a predetermined product consignment place.

Next, the connection is switched, and the distribution center B (6) is in charge of the store D (2D) and the B district as a consignment place.
B), delivery center A (6A) in charge of district A, delivery of products to related departments such as store A (2A) designated by the customer,
Send and confirm delivery and settlement instructions.

The contractor D (3D) is the nearest store D (2
D) or distribution center B (6B) in charge of district B
The products are delivered to the designated product consignment place. When the consignment place is the store D, the store D (2D) is the delivery means A (7
The product is entrusted to A), and the product is transported to the distribution center B (6B) in charge of the B district. The product is delivery method B
(7B) Distribution Center A (6
It is delivered to the store A (2A) designated by the customer 5 who is the orderer by the delivery means C (7C). The customer 5 stops at the store A (2A), receives the product, and pays the price.

The customer 5 can designate any store of the multi-store affiliated store as a place for receiving the merchandise.

When it becomes necessary to return the product, the product is delivered to the sender by following the course opposite to the purchase.

FIG. 3 is a distribution network of a multi-store affiliated store organization of the present invention showing a distribution process when a customer places an order for a product through the Internet to a major store 8 such as a department store having a contractual relationship with the head office 1. It is a schematic block diagram of a distribution system using.

When the customer 5 places an order for a product with the major retailer 8, the major retailer 8 confirms with the customer 5 the order number, such as the product number including the manufacturer name and product name, quantity, delivery destination store, delivery date and time. Then, the distribution management server 4A is accessed, and a distribution request based on the order contents of the customer 5 is input to the distribution management software. At the same time, the delivery of the merchandise including the order contents of the customer 5 and the delivery request to the delivery center 6 are transmitted to the supplier 9.
The supplier 9 carries the product into the distribution center 6.

The distribution management server 4A creates a delivery plan in which the delivery request of the major retailer 8 is incorporated into the delivery plan of its own group and makes it confirmed by the input person, and then switches the connection, the delivery center 6, and the store designated by the customer. Instructions for product delivery, delivery, and payment are transmitted to A (2A).

The product is delivered by the delivery means 7 to the store A (2A) designated by the customer 5 who is the orderer. The customer 5 stops at the store A (2A), receives the product, and pays the price.

When a contract relationship is established between a plurality of different multi-store affiliated store organizations, the customer can receive merchandise at the storefront of each multi-store affiliated store organization different from the multi-store affiliated store organization with which the customer contracts. Is. Further, it is possible to purchase from a contractor who has a contract relationship with another multi-store affiliated sales organization where the customer does not have a contract, and it is possible to receive at each store 2 of the multi-store affiliated store organization with which the customer contracts. Become.

When the delivery destination desired by the customer 5 is the store E (12E) of the multi-store sales organization of another affiliate, the management center 4 sends the order contents of the customer 5 to the distribution management center 10 of the multi-store sales organization of another affiliate. Send a shipping request that includes the product. The other affiliated distribution management center 10 includes a distribution center 11 of another affiliated multi-store sales organization and a store E (12 of another affiliated multi-store sales organization).
To E), instructions for delivery, delivery and settlement of goods are transmitted.

FIG. 4 is a multi-store system of the present invention showing a distribution process when a customer places an order for a product handled by a major store 8 to the head office 1 using the information terminal of store A (2A). It is a schematic block diagram of a distribution system using a distribution network of a store organization.

Customer 5 has each store A (2
On the screen of the information terminal of A), select that the purchaser is the major retailer 8, select the purchase item from the product information such as the product list including the inventory status, and select the quantity, delivery destination, and if necessary. Select the delivery date and time from the list.

The distribution management center 4 is the distribution management server 4
The procedure for confirming the order details is performed by the automatic processing of A, and a product delivery request including the order details of the customer 5 is transmitted to the major dealer 8 for confirmation. The major retailer 8 sends the supplier 9 a request to bring in the product to the distribution center 6 of the multi-store affiliated store organization.

The distribution management center 4 is the distribution management server 4
By the automatic processing of A, the instructions for delivery, delivery and settlement of the product are transmitted to the delivery center 6 and the store A (2A) designated by the customer for confirmation.

The goods are carried into the distribution center 6 by the supplier 9, and delivered by the delivery means 7 to the store A (2A) designated by the customer 5, who is the orderer. Customer 5 is store A
Stop at (2A), receive the product, and pay the price.

FIG. 5 shows the procedure for the customer 5 to enter on the homepage 4B opened by the head office 1 or the product purchase screen of the information terminal placed at the store 2 or the contractor 3, and the store 2, the contractor 3, It is a schematic block diagram of this invention which showed the relationship of the distribution management server 4A, the customer 5, and the delivery center 6.

Homepage 4 opened by Headquarters 1 by Customer 5
When B is accessed and the delivery destination store name, order item / quantity, customer information, payment method, desired date of receipt are input, the information is sent to the distribution management server 4A associated with the homepage 4B.

Upon receipt of the information, the distribution management server 4A confirms the delivery route, collates the number of orders and the number of stocks, confirms the volume and weight of the product, collates with the customer list for each input item or collectively. , Check the free space of the delivery means in relation to the desired date of receipt by checking it against the delivered bank account, make a delivery plan,
It is displayed and presented on the screen of B.

When the customer 5 confirms the delivery plan, the distribution management server 4A switches the connection to issue a shipping instruction to the contractor 3, a delivery instruction to the delivery center 6, and a delivery of goods to the store 2. To issue a payment instruction.

After the shipment, the contractor 3 receiving the support of the shipment inputs the shipment report to the distribution management server 4A. When the payment method is bank withdrawal, the distribution management server 4A carries out the withdrawal work and sends a substitute report to the store 2. After delivering the product, the delivery center 6 inputs a delivery report to the distribution management server 4A.

Upon receipt of the delivery report, the distribution management server 4A sends the delivery completion report to the contractor 3.

The customer 5 stops at the store 5 on the date of receipt of the product within the range defined by the delivery plan, and if the payment has not been made, pays the product and receives the product.

When the store 2 has not received the payment, the store 2 receives the payment, delivers the product to the customer 5, and inputs a product delivery report to the distribution management server 4A. Enter the substitute report if necessary.

The distribution management server 4A calculates the fees and the like based on a predetermined calculation formula and carries out the settlement procedure so that the contractor 3 and the store 2 can confirm it.
Send detailed report on a regular basis.

Depending on the contract, it is possible to carry out a sales procedure by automatic processing on the home page of the contractor 3 in the same manner.

FIG. 6 shows the input procedure to the distribution management server 4A when the customer 5 verbally requests the shop 2 to purchase the merchandise of the contractor 3, and the shop 2, the contractor 3, the distribution management server 4A, and the customer 5. It is a schematic block diagram of this invention which showed the relationship of and the delivery center 6 in the figure.

The contents are almost the same as those in FIG. 5 except that the store 2 inputs the necessary items on behalf of the customer 5. The input can be made directly to the distribution management server 4A. In this case, the store 2 asks the customer 5 for the desired date to receive the product, confirms the delivery plan, and reports to the customer 5 to obtain confirmation.

When the customer 5 orders the contractor 3 for the product verbally or in writing, the distribution management server 4A
The person who inputs to is a contractor, and the contents of input, procedures, etc. are the same as above.

FIGS. 7, 8 and 9 are set on the homepage established by the head office 1 and the contractor 3, the store 2 and the information terminal placed at the store of the contractor 3 to confirm the delivery destination store. It is a delivery destination store selection screen 13 to be used, and is also a work screen for purchasing a product.

FIG. 7 shows an example of the delivery destination store selection screen A (13A) by selecting a place name.

In the case of selecting a place name, the character "Please select the prefecture name" is displayed in the work instruction field A (14A) on the screen or a voice is heard, and the selection cursor A ( 23A) blinks to indicate the prefecture selection. A list of prefecture names is displayed in the place name list display field 16. By pressing the scroll key 17 with a finger, the display is scrolled, and when the desired prefecture name is displayed, when it is pressed with a finger, the selection cursor B (23B) moves to the position pressed with the finger. After confirming that the selection is correct, the selection decision key 18 is pressed.

The selection of the prefecture name is completed as described above, and the prefecture name is displayed in the store name display field 19.

When the prefecture name is determined, the work instruction field A (14A)
Is switched to select the county city name, and the selection cursor A (23A) in the selection range designation field 15 moves to the county city selection and blinks. A county city name is displayed in the list display field 16 for selecting a place name. When it is decided, it is switched to the display of town name and character name. When there are a plurality of stores, the process moves to the selection of the store, but when there is only one in the town, the selected store name and store number are displayed in the store name display column 19 and the store number display column 20, respectively. It

If the store name or location is uncertain, it is possible to switch to input on the map screen by selecting "Map Input" on the screen switching key A (21A).

In the process of the input work, by pressing the screen switching key A (21A) such as "place name selection", "character input" and "map input" or by pressing the "advance" and "return" keys, It is possible to input by changing the input method.

FIG. 8 shows an embodiment of the delivery destination store selection screen B (13B) by character input, which is used when the store number is known or when the location or store name is input by characters.

First, either the store number display field 20 or the store name display field 19 is pressed with a finger to select an input location, and the characters in the character input field A (22A) are sequentially pressed with a finger to input the store number or the like. Then, the store name display column 19 and the store number display column 2
The store name and store number selected as 0 are displayed.

For input via the Internet, it is possible to use the keyboard or the input button of a mobile phone. On the input screen using the mail function of the mobile phone, it is possible to limit the input screen to only the store number.

FIG. 9 is a delivery destination store selection screen C based on a map.
(13C), which is an example of screen switching key A (21
It can be called by pressing "Map input" in A).

When the store number is unknown and the memory of the place name is uncertain, the map screen is called so that the store can be specified from the positional relationship. When you press the scroll key 17 to move the map on the screen, find the target store and hold it with your finger, the selection cursor C (23C) moves to that location and is selected in the store name display column 19 and the store number display column 20. The store name and store number are displayed.

It is also possible to specify a store only by selecting it on the map, and if the national map is pressed with a rough register such as the Kanto region and the Kinki region, the corresponding place is expanded. Next, it is possible to display the target store by sequentially enlarging and displaying the prefecture stage, the city stage and each time the finger is pressed.

FIGS. 10, 11, and 12 are work screens for designating a product when purchasing a product, and FIG. 10 is an example of a product selection screen A (24A) by character input.

The product selection screen A (24A) has a purchase item list display field 25, a product designation method selection key 26, and a character input field B.
(22B), screen switching key B (21B), purchase end key 31A, purchase cancel key 31B and the like.

When the screen is displayed, the work instruction column C (14
The character "Choose one and press with your finger" in C) flashes, and when you press "Enter product number" on the product specification method selection key 26 with your finger, "Product number" in work instruction field D (14D) Please press in sequence ”blinks.

When the alphabet or number in the character input field B (22B) is pressed with a finger, the product number is entered in the product number display field 27, and the corresponding product name, maker name, model and price are displayed. A fee is displayed in the fee display column 28, and a total price of the product and the fee is displayed in the total amount display column 29.

By pressing the "photograph display" of the screen switching key B (21B), it is possible to confirm the appearance of the product by a photograph and press the "magnification" to display it in an enlarged manner.

When the product number is entered, the work instruction field E (14
The letter “Please press the number to purchase with your finger” of E) blinks, and if you press the number with your finger, the number is displayed in the quantity display column 30. At the same time, the display of fees and total amount is corrected to the corresponding amount.

After inputting the quantity, the work instruction column D (14
D) flashes again and repeats the above work. When the purchase completion key 31A or the "advance" key of the screen switching key B (21B) is pressed at the stage where all the information is completed, the screen is switched to the customer confirmation screen A (36A).

When the character "Please select one and hold with your finger" in the work instruction column C (14C) is flashing, press and hold "Select from the list" of the product specification method selection key 26 to display a list. The screen is switched to the product selection screen B (24B) by the table.

FIG. 11 shows an example of the product selection screen by selection from the list, and the product selection screen B (2
4B) is a purchase item list display field 25 and a selection item display field 32
A, selection viewpoint display column 32B, product name list display column 33,
It is composed of a screen switching key B (21B) and the like.

By changing the display contents by pressing the scroll key 17 of the selected viewpoint display field 32B with a finger and selecting an appropriate viewpoint, the item corresponding to the selected item display field 32A is displayed, and when selected, the next selected viewpoint is selected. Is displayed.

The set item numbers are displayed in the item number display columns 34 of the selection item display column 32A and the selection viewpoint display column 32B.

For example, if "select from product category" is selected in the selection viewpoint display field 32B and "liquor" is selected in the selection item display field 32A, "select by classification of sake" is selected as the selection viewpoint.
"Select by manufacturer name""Select by production area""Select by price"
Etc. are displayed, and when "Select by type of liquor" is selected, "Sake", "Wine", etc. are displayed in the selection item display field 32A.

In the product name list display field 33, the product name, price,
A list of maker names and the like is displayed, and the number of displayed candidates is displayed in the candidate number display field 35.

FIG. 12 shows a product selection screen C (2) selected from a list showing the next stage of the product selection screen B (24B).
4C), which is a case where sake is selected from the selection items.

When the viewpoints of selection are changed one after another and the selection is repeated, a filter by a plurality of viewpoints is applied, and candidates are narrowed down and the number thereof is reduced. When the number of candidates is reduced and selection becomes easier, the screen of the product name list display field 33 is moved by the scroll key 17, the target product is displayed, and the product name is pressed with a finger to select cursor F (23
F) are aligned and the selection decision key 18 is pressed to specify the purchased product.

In order to cancel the selected product, the product in the purchase item list display field 25 is pressed with a finger, the product desired to be canceled is selected, and the purchase cancel key 31B is pressed with the finger.

After inputting all the items to be purchased, check the purchase item list display field 25 to confirm, and the screen switching key B
Customer confirmation screen A by pressing the "Forward" key in (21B)
Proceed to (36A).

FIG. 13 shows an example of the customer confirmation screen A (36A). The customer information display field 37 and the input method selection key 3 are shown.
8, work instruction section G · H (14G · 14H), screen switching key C (21C) and the like.

The input method selection key 38 is based on various authentication methods such as verification of fingerprints or palm prints registered in advance, verification of voice prints, reading of a card, input by characters, verification of facial photographs, etc. It is composed by the method adopted from among.

For input using a palm print, "input using a palm print"
When the key is pressed, the character in the work instruction field H (14H) "If you want to input with a palm print, please put your hand on the handprint" blinks. When the palm is placed on the handprint which is the palmprint input box 39, the sensor detects the palmprint and reads the palmprint, and when the matching is completed, the character in the work instruction field H (14H) is changed to "finished".

The distribution management server 4A collates with the data of the customer list of the customer management server and displays the address, name, member number, etc. in the customer information display field 37. When the displayed contents are confirmed and the selection determination key 18 is pressed, the screen is switched to the payment method confirmation screen 42.

When inputting with a card, the reader of the card is used, when a voiceprint is used for verification, a voice is output to the microphone, and in the case of a facial photograph, the photographing key 40 is pressed toward the lens attached to the information terminal.

FIG. 14 shows a customer confirmation screen B for inputting characters.
It is an example of (36B).

When character input is selected, a customer confirmation screen B (36B) for character input is displayed. Character input field A (2
By pressing the letters 2A) in order with a finger, you can enter any item such as address, name, etc. However, if you enter the member number, all items will be displayed in the same way as when you input the palm print.

In case of incorrect entry, it is possible to correct by pressing the correction key A (41A) after pressing the location with a finger.

In the input using the mail function of the Internet or the mobile phone, the mail address is used as a part of the method for authenticating the customer, and the customer is authenticated by combining with the personal identification number and the input of other information is omitted. It is possible.

FIG. 15 shows an example of the payment method confirmation screen 42. The payment method selection key 43, the card selection field 44, the payment method verification field A (45A) and the screen switching key C (21C).
Etc.

When the payment method is set to "cash for cash at the receiving store", the store name specified in the delivery destination store selection screen 13 is displayed in the payment method confirmation column A (45A), and the cash exchange is displayed at that store. Get out. Confirmation key A
When (46A) is pressed, the screen is switched to the desired delivery date / time input screen 48.

When "Pay by card" is selected, the card name, the bank name, etc. registered by the customer are displayed in the card selection field 44. When there are a plurality of registrations, the display can be switched by the scroll key 17 to display another card name. In the payment method confirmation field A (45A), the card name and the withdrawn bank name are displayed. This figure shows an example in which the customer selects cash payment at the delivery destination store.

FIG. 16 shows an example of the desired delivery date / time input screen 48. The display of delivery date / time setting conditions, desired delivery date input field 49, character input field C (22C), time zone display field 50, desired delivery date / time confirmation The column A (51A), the screen switching key C (21C) and the like.

The number in the character input field C (22C) is pressed with a finger to input the month and day, one of the time zones displayed in the time zone display field 50 is selected, and the time is pressed with the finger to specify. If the displayed time zone does not meet your wishes, scroll key 17
Move the screen to display it.

When the time zone is selected by pressing the display with a finger, the selection cursor C (23C) moves to that time zone, and the desired delivery date and time confirmation field A (51A) shows the selected store name and the desired delivery date and time. Is displayed. Confirmation key A
Pressing (46A) switches to the purchase content confirmation screen 52.

FIG. 17 shows an example of the purchase contents confirmation screen 52. The delivery destination store confirmation column 53, the purchased product confirmation column 54, the payment method confirmation column B (45B), the desired delivery date and time confirmation column B (51B), It is composed of a customer information confirmation column 35, a screen switching key C (21C) and the like.

The customer confirms whether or not the entered information is correct, and if there is an error, the customer returns the display to the input screen by pressing the correction key B (41B) with his finger. If there is no mistake, the confirmation key A (46
Press A) to finish the purchasing work. Print key A (55
By pressing A), the purchase content confirmation screen 52 can be printed and recorded.

When paying cash at the current store or depending on the system design, the terminal is switched to the dedicated terminal of the contractor 3 when the confirmation key A (46A) is pressed.

Depending on the system design, the distribution management server 4A is directly connected, a delivery plan is created, and the delivery plan confirmation screen 63 is displayed. In this case, print key 5
5 is displayed for the first time at this stage. If you are not satisfied with the delivery plan, you can press the cancel key B (47B) to cancel the purchase.

FIG. 18 is a schematic configuration diagram of the present invention showing the above-mentioned work screen association and work flow on the information terminal shown in FIGS.

The solid arrow 56 represents the movement of the work screen and the work flow, and the dotted arrow 57 represents the movement of the screen when the work is redone.

[0133] The customer's input work is the purchase content confirmation screen 5
2 and it is taken over by the contractor 3 and the store 2, but when the information terminal or the home page is connected in association with the distribution management server 4A, a delivery plan is created and the delivery plan confirmation screen 63 is displayed. The input work is completed.

FIG. 19 shows an example of the delivery request input screen 58 for the head office 1 when the contractor 3 or the store 2 receives an order orally or in writing. The delivery source supplier display column 59 and the delivery destination store display column 61 are shown. , A delivery item list display field 62, a payment method confirmation field C (45C), a customer information display field 37, and the like.

For inputting, a keyboard or the like is used to input numbers or symbols into the contractor number display field 60, the store number display field 20, the product number display field 27, etc. with a minimum effort, and is defined by that. The content is displayed automatically.

After confirming the input items, the confirmation key B (46
When B) is clicked, the distribution management server 4A creates a delivery plan and sends it back to the input person.

FIG. 20 shows an example of the delivery plan confirmation screen 63 transmitted from the distribution management server 4A to the delivery request input person.
9, delivery destination store display column 61, delivery item list display column 62,
It is composed of a payment method confirmation column C (45C), a customer information display column 35, and the like.

When the input person clicks the confirmation key, the contract regarding delivery is concluded, and the distribution management server 4A
Will send the necessary instructions to the relevant departments and the delivery will be executed.

[0139]

According to the present invention, the head office 1 (hereinafter, head office 1) of a multi-store affiliated shop organization is a shop 2 (hereinafter, shop 2) under the affiliated company, and most of its own group stores are usually used on a daily basis. Is a password for accessing the distribution management server 4A of its own group to a contractor 3 (hereinafter, contractor 3) who contracts in advance to manufacture or sell goods that are not sold at the store. A product for managing distribution by providing an encryption system that allows access and allowing connection through the Internet or a wireless communication system, and the store 2 and the contractor 3, the distribution management center 4 and the distribution center 6 of the headquarters 1 Sharing the management information, the store 2 or the contractor 3 uses the information terminal to send the distribution management software of the distribution management server 4A to the distribution source, the distribution item and the quantity, and the distribution destination. Enter necessary items for creating a delivery plan, or the customer 5 needs to create a delivery plan on the information terminal placed at the store 2 or the contractor 3 or on the homepage 4B established by the headquarters 1 or the contractor 3. By inputting items, the distribution management server 4A managed by the distribution management center 4 of the head office 1 is used to create a delivery plan that incorporates the plan of delivering the products of the contractor 3 into the delivery plan of the head office 1 and enter it. Automates the work of sending a delivery work instruction to the distribution center 6, the store 2 and the contractor 3 of the headquarters 1 corresponding to the delivery route, and uses the products handled by the contractor 3 at the headquarters 1. The following effects are achieved because the distribution system uses a distribution network of a multi-store affiliated store organization, which is characterized in that the distribution system is used to deliver from each store 2 to a store designated by a customer 5 and settle the payment. .

Since the contractor 3 mainly uses the Internet or a wireless communication system to access the distribution management system of a multi-store affiliated store organization, the system according to the present invention can be constructed at a low cost.

Since it is a distribution system that makes the best use of the existing system, it can be implemented with a small investment amount, and the labor cost for transportation can be reduced and the burden on the customer can be reduced.

Even if the customer or trader is the first person to make a transaction, both parties can carry out the transaction with a sense of security by having the multi-store affiliated store organization in between.

The customer can receive various products in a wide area at the store designated by the customer of the multi-store affiliated store organization.

The customer does not have to wait at home, and it is possible to stop by the time and come to the store designated by the customer at a convenient time to receive the merchandise.

[0145] The multi-store affiliated store organization can directly handle the products that are not the products of its own group store, and the effective utilization of its own group distribution system can be achieved and the commission can be obtained. Become. Also, the items handled,
As the number of customers will increase and the number of customers will increase, the ability to attract customers will increase.

The contractor can obtain the trust of the customer by clearly indicating that the contractor is the contractor. Since it can be delivered to the nearest store in the customer's place of residence, the customer's willingness to purchase is increased.

The present invention sets and assigns a code for identifying each such as an identification number for identifying each of a store and a trader, and uses them for distribution management, and collects them in a list or a map format to make an information terminal. The following effects are obtained because the distribution system uses the distribution network of the multi-store affiliated store organization described in claim 1, which is displayed so that the customer can also use it to order the product. Play.

When the customer specifies the delivery destination or in the delivery work, the store can be identified with certainty, and the work can be performed smoothly without making a mistake in the delivery destination.

In the present invention, for each store 2, the identification number assigned to each store 2 and the place name where the store is located are
Each store 2 or each contractor so that the prefecture name, county municipality name, ward name, character name can be collected in a list in stages and selected in order from the list to identify each store 2. In addition to displaying on the information terminal placed at the store of 3 or the homepage screen of the Internet, it is possible to switch to the map format display corresponding to the range selected above from any of the above stages by the store selection method Since the distribution system uses the distribution network of the multi-store affiliated store organization described in claim 1, the target store is specified so that the customer can use it for ordering merchandise or the like.

When the customer designates the delivery destination, even if the memory is uncertain, it is possible to specify the location on the map while narrowing down the place, and the work of ordering the product becomes smooth.

According to the present invention, a plurality of options from the viewpoint for deciding a product to be purchased are provided on the screen of the information terminal or the Internet homepage placed at the store of each store 2 or each contractor 3, and product information is provided. Since it is a distribution system using a distribution network of a multi-store affiliated store organization according to claim 1, which makes it easy to narrow down and specify a desired product by selecting a plurality of filters to facilitate selection of a product to purchase. Produce the effect of. .

Since the products are narrowed down from various points of view, it is possible to quickly find the one that suits the customer's wishes from a huge amount of products.

According to the present invention, a multi-store according to claim 1, wherein a uniform product management number or the like is assigned to a product handled by each contractor 3 and the product is displayed so that the customer can easily understand it, thereby facilitating the work of ordering the product. Since it is a distribution system that uses the distribution network of affiliated store organizations, the following effects are achieved.

The target product can be surely specified from the huge number of products.

According to the present invention, a container is loaded on a delivery vehicle to classify the products, and in the delivery plan, the containers to be used are designated together with the designation of the delivery vehicle to organize the products and facilitate loading and unloading work. Since it is a distribution system that uses the distribution network of the multi-store affiliated store organization described in Item 1, it has the following effects.

Since the container to be used is specified at the time of creating the delivery plan, mistakes are less likely to occur in the loading and unloading work, and the work becomes smooth.

The present invention is a distribution system using a distribution network of a multi-store affiliated store organization according to claim 1, wherein each contractor 3 is made to display that it is a contract store, or use of a predetermined mark is permitted. Because of this, the following effects are achieved. .

By displaying that the contractor 4 is a contractor on the advertising medium when the contractor 4 makes its own advertisement, or by displaying a mark indicating that the contractor is at the store of its own store, It will be easier to earn credibility and will increase customers' willingness to buy.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a schematic configuration diagram showing an overall structure of a distribution system using a distribution network of a multi-store affiliated store organization.

FIG. 2 is a schematic configuration diagram of the present invention showing a distribution process as a diagram.

FIG. 3 is another example of a schematic configuration diagram of the present invention showing a distribution process as a diagram.

FIG. 4 is another example of a schematic configuration diagram of the present invention showing a distribution process as a diagram.

FIG. 5 is a schematic configuration diagram of the present invention showing a procedure for inputting on a product purchase screen in an information terminal.

FIG. 6 is another example of a schematic configuration diagram of the present invention showing a procedure for inputting on a product purchase screen in an information terminal.

FIG. 7 is an example of a delivery destination store selection screen by selecting a place name.

FIG. 8 is an example of a delivery destination store selection screen by inputting characters.

FIG. 9 is an example of a delivery destination store selection screen by selection on the map.

FIG. 10 is an example of a product selection screen by inputting characters.

FIG. 11 is an example of a product selection screen by selection from a list.

FIG. 12 is an embodiment showing a next step of a product selection screen by selection from a list.

FIG. 13 is an example of a customer confirmation screen.

FIG. 14 is an example of a customer confirmation screen by inputting characters.

FIG. 15 is an example of a payment method confirmation screen.

FIG. 16 is an example of a desired delivery date / time input screen.

FIG. 17 is an example of a purchase content confirmation screen.

FIG. 18 is a configuration diagram showing association between respective input work screens on the information terminal.

FIG. 19 is an example of a delivery request input screen.

FIG. 20 is an example of a delivery plan confirmation screen.

[Explanation of symbols]

1 Headquarters of a multi-store affiliated store organization (headquarters) 2 Stores (stores) under the affiliated department of 2 Headquarters 2A Store A 2B Store B 2C Store C 2D Store D 2E Store E 2F Store F 3 Contractor (contractor) 3A Contractor A 3B Contractor B 3C Contractor C 3D Contractor D 3E Contractor E 3F Contractor F 4 Distribution management center 4A Distribution management server 4B Internet homepage (including store information terminal) 5 Customer 6 Distribution center 6A Distribution center A 6B Delivery center B 7 Delivery means 7A Delivery means A 7B Delivery means B 7C Delivery means C 7D Other affiliated delivery means 8 Major dealer 9 Supplier 10 Other affiliated multi-store distribution organization management center 11 Other affiliated multi-store sales organization Distribution Center 12 Store 12D of other affiliated multi-store sales organization Store D 12 of other affiliated multi-store sales organization E Stores of other affiliated multi-store sales organization E 12F Stores of other affiliated multi-store sales organization F 13 Delivery destination store selection screen 13A Delivery destination store selection screen A 13B Delivery destination store selection screen B 13C Delivery destination store selection screen C 14 Work instruction Column 14A work instruction column A 14B work instruction column B 14C work instruction column C 14D work instruction column D 14E work instruction column E 14F work instruction column F 14G work instruction column G 14H work instruction column H 14I work instruction column I 14J work instruction column J 14K Work instruction column K 14L Work instruction column L 15 Selection range designation column 16 Place name list display column 17 Scroll key 18 Selection decision key 19 Store name display column 20 Store number display column 21 Screen switching key 21A Screen switching key A 21B Screen switching Key B 21C Screen switching key C 22 Character input field 22A Character input field A 22B Sentence Input box B 22C Character input box C 23 Selection cursor 23A Selection cursor A 23B Selection cursor B 23C Selection cursor C 23D Selection Curso D 23E Selection Curso E 23F Selection Curso F 23G Selection Curso G 23H Selection Curso H 24 Product selection screen 24A Product selection Screen A 24B Product selection screen B 24C Product selection screen C 25 Purchase item list display field 26 Product designation method selection key 27 Product number display field 28 Fee display field 29 Total price display field 30 Quantity display field 31A Purchase end key 31B Purchase cancellation key 32A selection item display column 32B selection viewpoint display column 33 product name list display column 34 item number display column 35 candidate number display column 36 customer confirmation screen 36A customer confirmation screen A 36B customer confirmation screen B 37 customer information display column 38 input method selection Key 39 Palm print input field 40 Shooting key 41 correction key 41A correction key A 41B correction key B 41C correction key C 42 payment method confirmation screen 43 payment method selection key 44 card selection column 45 payment method confirmation column 45A payment method confirmation column A 45B payment method confirmation column B 45C payment method confirmation Column C 46 Confirmation key 46A Confirmation key A 46B Confirmation key B 47 Cancel key 47A Cancel key A 47B Cancel key B 48 Desired delivery date input screen 49 Delivery desired date input field 50 Time zone display column 51 Delivery desired date and time confirmation column 51A Delivery request Date and time confirmation column A 51B Delivery desired date and time confirmation column B 52 Purchase details confirmation screen 53 Delivery destination store confirmation column 54 Purchased product confirmation column 55 Print key A 55A Print key A 55B Print key B 56 Solid arrow 57 Dotted arrow 58 Delivery request Input screen 59 Delivery source supplier display field 60 Contractor number No. display column 61 Delivery destination store display column 62 Delivery item list display column 63 Delivery plan confirmation screen 64 Delivery plan confirmation column

Claims (7)

[Claims] 1. A store 2 (hereinafter, store 2) in which a head office 1 (hereinafter, head office 1) of a multi-store affiliated store organization is a subsidiary, and many of its own group stores are usually their own stores on a daily basis. A password or access to access the distribution management server 4A of the own group is possible for a contractor 3 (hereinafter, contractor 3) who contracts in advance to manufacture or sell goods that are not placed and sold. To allow connection through the Internet or a wireless communication system, and store 2 and contractor 3, distribution management center 4 and distribution center 6 of headquarters 1 receive product management information for distribution management. Shared with the distribution management software of the distribution management server 4A through the information terminal, the store 2 or the contractor 3 shares the delivery total such as the delivery source, delivery item and quantity, and delivery destination. Enter the necessary items for image creation, or the customer 5 can enter the necessary items for creating a delivery plan on the information terminals placed at the stores 2 and contractors 3 or on the homepage 4B established by the headquarters 1 and contractor 3. By inputting, using the distribution management server 4A managed by the distribution management center 4 of the head office 1, a delivery plan that includes a plan for delivering the products of the contractor 3 to the delivery plan of the head office 1 is created and returned to the input person. Then, the operation of transmitting the instruction of the delivery work to the distribution center 6, the store 2, and the contractor 3 of the headquarters 1 corresponding to the delivery route is automated, and the products handled by the contractor 3 are distributed by the headquarters 1. A distribution system using a distribution network of a multi-store affiliated store organization, wherein the system is used to deliver from each store 2 to a store designated by a customer 5 and settle the payment. 2. A code such as an identification number for identifying each is set and allocated to each store 2 and each contractor 3, and the code is used for distribution management and is collected in a list or a map format and stored in each store 2. Alternatively, it is displayed on the information terminal placed at the store of each contractor 3 or on the homepage screen of the Internet so that the customer 5 can also understand it, and the customer 5 can use it for ordering products and the like. A distribution system that uses the distribution network of multi-store affiliated stores. [Claim 3] For each store 2, together with the identification number assigned to each store, the place name where the store is located are summarized in a list in the order of prefecture name, county municipality name, ward name, character name, and a list. In order to identify each of the stores 2 by sequentially selecting from the above, the information is displayed on the information terminal or internet homepage screen placed at the store of each store 2 or each contractor 3 and selected by the above. A multi-store series according to claim 1 or claim 2, wherein a target store is specified by a store selection method capable of switching to a map display corresponding to the range A distribution system that uses the distribution network of the store organization. 4. The product information is provided by providing a plurality of options from the viewpoint for deciding the product to be purchased on the screen of the information terminal or the Internet homepage placed at the store of each store 2 or each contractor 3. Utilizing the distribution network of a multi-store affiliated store organization according to claim 1, claim 2 or claim 3 for facilitating selection of desired products by narrowing down and specifying desired products by passing a plurality of filters Distribution system. 5. The claim 1, claim 2, claim 2 and claim 3 by assigning a unified product management number or other code to the product handled by each contractor 3 and displaying it so that the customer can easily understand it. A distribution system using the distribution network of a multi-store affiliated store organization according to claim 3 or claim 4. 6. A container is loaded on a delivery vehicle so that the products can be classified. In the delivery plan, the container to be used is designated together with the designation of the delivery vehicle to organize the products and facilitate loading and unloading work. A distribution system using the distribution network of a multi-store affiliated store organization according to claim 1, claim 2, claim 3, claim 4, and claim 5. 7. The claim 1, claim 2, claim 3, claim 4, claim 5, claim 5 that allows each contractor 3 to display that it is a contract store or to permit the use of a prescribed mark. A distribution system using the distribution network of the multi-store affiliated store organization described in Item 6.