KR20010005536A - Method and system for processing supplementary product sales at a point of sale terminal - Google Patents

Abstract

The POS terminal determines the upsell to be offered in exchange and exchange to the customer in relation to the purchase. The store-only terminal preferably maintains at least one upsell price database and corresponding upsell provided in exchange for the change to be given to the customer. When the customer accepts the upsell, the cashier presses the select button on the POS terminal to display it. Then, the amount of payment required by the customer is set equal to the rounding value rather than the purchase price. Thus, the customer receives upsell in change and the change does not need to be exchanged between the customer and the POS terminal.

Description

Complementary goods sales processing system and method in a store-only terminal {METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PROCESSING SUPPLEMENTARY PRODUCT SALES AT A POINT OF SALE TERMINAL}

The present invention relates to a lottery processing system. In particular, the present invention relates to a system and method for selling lottery tickets using a POS terminal for issuing a sales receipt including product sales information and lottery ticket sales information.

Many states in the United States, as well as some foreign countries, have government-led lotteries. The government-led lottery system offers the general public a favorite item (usually the opportunity to win large sums) and increases government revenue without imposing a separate tax or increase on the public. In many cases, revenues from government-issued lotteries are directed to specific purposes or goals, such as improving the education system or reducing property taxes.

In a system for processing lotteries of a typical government-run lottery, a central lottery computer communicates with a dedicated lottery terminal. When the player selects a number from the lottery playslip and the lottery terminal operator sends the lottery place slip to the reader in the lottery terminal, the lottery terminal uses a known mark-detection processor to optically announce the lottery place slip. Read. The dedicated lottery terminal then delivers the number selected by the player to the central computer so that the computer stores the number. After the lottery number is stored, the dedicated lottery terminal prints and issues a lottery ticket under the control of the central computer.

One popular lottery game, known as 'lotto', typically lets the player choose six numbers from 1 to 42. The numbers selected are then compared to the winning numbers, which are usually chosen randomly from a large number of numbers from 1 to 42 at specific times, or once or twice a week. To win, the lottery number must be the same or part of the winning number.

Most lotto games offer the option for the central computer to choose a random 'quick pick' lotto number while the player chooses their lottery number. This alleviates the inconvenience of the lottery buyer having to choose the time and number. This automatic lottery number generation system is commonly known as a 'quick pick' system.

In some typical lotteries, various games may be played. In conventional lottery games, a player purchases a lottery ticket. There is more than one lottery number and serial number. The serial number serves as a simple means of preventing fraud, because it identifies each lottery sold. The lottery number also allows the player and the lottery system to identify the winner. That is, the lottery number is compared with the winning number list to determine whether the player wins.

There is also an instant lottery game in which the winning result is decided before the sale of the lottery. By removing the hidden marks on the lottery, the player can immediately determine whether the lottery has been won.

Some foreign countries (eg Germany) allow players to buy partial lotteries. However, this lottery only allows players to purchase a portion of an expensive lottery (e.g. 1/2 or a quarter of the lottery). In this case, if the lottery is won, the buyer will receive only half or a quarter of the total prize money.

Most lotteries are sold in grocery stores, liquor stores, and convenience stores. These retailers typically have dedicated lottery terminals that are separate from one or more POS terminals used for purchase transactions. This separation is to ensure that the purchase transaction line is not slowed down or paralyzed by the customer who wants to purchase the lottery. In addition, since the lottery terminal has a separate calculation system, it is not necessary to locate the POS terminal and the dedicated lottery terminal together.

However, some customers may find it cumbersome to perform two separate processes, namely, selling goods and selling lottery tickets, at two different terminals in the same store. A separate terminal may also be forced to wait on two separate lines for customers, and may slow down the entire purchase confirmation process while a clerk performs a separate process on both terminals. In addition to cumbersome buyers, these inconveniences reduce the urge to buy lottery tickets, resulting in a reduction in revenue for the government or the store.

There is another disadvantage in using separate terminals for purchase processing and lottery processing. Usually, the government pays for the purchase, lease, installation and maintenance of a dedicated lottery terminal. The cost of continuously supplying lottery paper and ink for each dedicated lottery terminal is also significant. In addition, stores with many cash registers, such as supermarkets, have no staff to support the lottery terminal at every check. In addition, a dedicated lottery terminal occupies a space that can be used as a product exhibition space to improve sales. Educating store personnel on how to operate terminals with two different processing methods is also costly. These factors reduce the usefulness of the lottery from consumers, thus limiting the number of lottery outlets, thereby reducing government revenues.

The profits have steadily increased over the years, and many government-run lotteries have seen a drop in profits. Increasing the lottery purchase and improving its usefulness have become a major concern as many governments modernize the lottery system. The current lottery system does not allow the sale of fractional lottery tickets at store-only POS. A major loss of income comes from losing the sale of a partial lottery. Therefore, there is a need for a system to solve the above problems.

Many stores that customers visit have more than one POS terminal, such as a cash register. Store cashiers use a POS terminal to calculate the total purchase price and change (of one or more items). Some POS terminals adjust the store's inventory database by examining the purchases made.

The change to be paid is the difference between the purchase price and the amount paid by the customer. Customers usually pay in banknotes without change, while purchase prices are mostly in coins. Therefore, the change to be paid to the customer at the POS terminal includes one or more coins, which are returned to the customer by the POS terminal or cashier.

Receiving and carrying change is a nuisance for many customers, especially in the case of coins. As a result, customers have no choice but to pay coins in order to dispose of unwanted coins and / or reduce the coins they will receive as change after purchase. Banknotes and coins paid by customers are collected by cashiers at POS terminals.

Giving a coin to a customer and receiving a coin from the customer increases the time the cashier spends processing the purchase, thus increasing the time the customer waits in line in front of the POS terminal. Eventually, operating money is spent on the time spent handling coins, and customers must tolerate time delays while coins are being exchanged.

Moreover, there is a possibility that the cashier would make a mistake and pay the wrong change. Customers often anticipate such mistakes and count the change to make sure the money they receive is correct. These customers usually count change before leaving the POS terminal, making other customers more lazy.

The business counts coins, rolls them up on paper, takes them to the bank, and incurs the costs associated with processing other coins. According to one statistic, they spend hundreds of thousands of hours and millions of dollars just to process coins.

In short, the exchange of change, especially coins, between the customer and the POS terminal is costly, time consuming and undesirable. Unfortunately, conventional POS terminals cannot calculate only the purchase price and change to be paid, and cannot reduce the change to pay or reduce the coin exchange.

Thus, it would be beneficial to provide a system and method for reducing the change to be paid and eventually reducing the change for the customer and cashier at the POS terminal.

Lottery is a very popular game that generates a major income for the government that hosts it. In a typical lottery, the player (holder) purchases a lottery ticket with a lottery number and a serial number. The lottery number allows the lottery player and the lottery manager to identify which player is the winner. The serial number identifies and identifies the lottery and is usually recorded in the lottery office to confirm that the lottery is valid. For example, the serial number is used to check whether the lottery number written on the lottery matches the lottery number recorded by the lottery office with respect to the lottery.

The lottery usually has six lottery numbers each selected within a certain range, for example, in the range of 1 to 49. The six lottery numbers may be selected by the player or may be randomly selected by the lottery terminal at the request and entered in the lottery. On the day of the lottery, the Lottery will randomly select six lottery numbers to be the 'winning' numbers. The lottery with a number that matches all or part of the winning number becomes the winning lottery, and the player of the lottery receives the winning prize.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PERFORMING LOTTERY TICKET TRANSACTIONS UTILIZING POINT-OF-SALE TERMINALS ) Discloses a system and method for selling a partial lottery ticket to a customer in place of a change in a POS terminal. For example, a customer may take a product to a POS terminal and the POS terminal calculates the product price at $ 4.74. If the commodity price is rounded up near $ 1, the change is $ 5.00-$ 4.74 = $ 0.26. So you can sell a 26% share of the $ 1 lottery to your customers instead of change. If the lottery wins, 26% of the amount is awarded to the customer.

Providing a partial lottery instead of change has various benefits. Already described in the SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING SUPPLEMENTARY PRODUCT SALES AT POINT-OF-SALE TERMINALS of the PDS terminal of application No. 08 / 920,116 (August 26, 1997) As noted, the payment and collection of coins is costly and burdensome. Moreover, many customers prefer not to treat coins as dirty. Therefore, many customers will find it very desirable to exchange their change for a partial lottery.

Unfortunately, some government lotteries may be reluctant to change their business by issuing partial lotteries. Instead, such a government lottery may prefer to provide some predetermined rounded lotteries, such as $ 1, $ 2, $ 5, and the like. In such cases, the ability to provide partial lotteries may require substantial improvements in the hardware and software of lottery terminals used throughout one or more governments. Even if such a change is ultimately profitable, the initial costs may seem overburdened and the ultimate benefit to be achieved may seem distant. In short, the issue of a partial lottery may not be practical in every situation.

Thus, it would be beneficial to facilitate the purchase of partial lotteries without requiring major changes in the current lottery system.

POS terminals, such as cash registers, are used for a wide variety of tasks such as calculating the total purchase (goods or services) price and calculating change. Depending on the complexity, the POS terminal may be more useful for performing related functions such as inventory management by examining the purchases made and adjusting the store's inventory database. In addition, the POS terminal can be used as and / or function as a providing system.

Application No. 08 / 920,116 (August 26, 1997), a supplementary product sales processing system and method of a store-only terminal according to the present application, indicates that a customer may use an upsell instead of change in the POS terminal. A receiving system is disclosed. Upsell is defined in the parent application and is also used here to mean a product (good or service) provided with a purchase. Types of upsell include: i) upgrading from the first product to a different product, ii) additional products, v) a certificate to redeem the product, or a certification to participate in a horse race, contest, lottery, or other game. . For example, a customer who buys a product for $ 1.74 can receive another product instead of returning $ 0.26 (the refund amount when the customer paid $ 2.00). Various forms can be used for the upcell without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention.

As also disclosed in the aforementioned parent application, various other criteria may be used to determine upsell. For example, the POS terminal calculates the commodity price and rounds up the purchase price to the dollar closest to the purchase price to calculate the rounded price. The POS terminal then determines which of the various upsells will be profitable in exchange for the rounded price.

Providing other ways of determining upsell may be beneficial. It may be particularly advantageous to provide a method and apparatus for determining upcells that can be easily understood and adjusted by an individual such as a store owner or a POS terminal operator.

POS terminals, such as cash registers, are used for a wide variety of tasks such as calculating the total purchase (goods or services) price and calculating change. Some POS terminals adjust the store's inventory database by examining the purchases made.

In addition to performing the above-mentioned processing, the POS terminal also performs supplementary processing. Complementary treatments can increase sales, thus increasing the average profits obtained per treatment. Such supplementary processing is described in the supplementary merchandise sales processing system and method of a store-only terminal of application No. 08 / 920,116 (August 26, 1997), which is the parent of the present application. A supplementary process is described in which the customer is provided an 'upsell' instead of the change he should receive at the POS terminal. The POS terminal determines the upsell according to the customer's purchase, and also determines the upsell price (the amount of change). For example, a customer who purchases a product for $ 1.74 and pays $ 2.00 can receive another product instead of returning $ 0.26. The upsell price, $ 0.26, depends on the purchase price, $ 1.74.

Another supplementary treatment is a computer-suggested 'suggestive sell'. U. S. Patent 5,353, 219 describes a system for suggesting items so that customers can purchase in key categories at conventional item prices. Another complementary treatment is described in METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SELLING SUBSCRIPTIONS TO PERIODICALS IN A RETAIL ENVIRONMENT . This describes a supplementary process in which a customer who has obtained a publication in a POS terminal is given the opportunity to apply for the magazine.

This supplementary processing may only be performed at the POS terminal itself. For example, a cash register can be programmed to count change, and decide which upsell to provide instead of that change. Supplementary treatment may be performed with the aid of a device connected to the cash register. For example, a remote server computer connected to a cash register via a telecommunications network can decide which upcells to provide instead of change.

Complementary processing performed at the POS terminal can undesirably slow down the completion of customer processing. For example, a cashier running a point-of-sale terminal may provide upsells to customers instead of change, and it may take a few seconds for the customer to decide whether to accept the offer. Providing customers the choice of multiple upsells instead of change can further delay the completion of customer processing.

In some cases such a delay may be tolerated, but in some cases it may be an overburden. For example, at lunchtime or during the day, there may be a long line in front of the POS terminal. It would be foolish to perform supplementary treatments together to increase the waiting of customers in line. However, eliminating supplemental processing can speed up the completion of customer processing, but it must abandon the secondary benefits resulting from supplemental processing. Therefore, it is necessary to coordinate the performance of the supplementary processing at the POS terminal.

POS terminals, such as cash registers, are used for a wide variety of tasks such as calculating the total purchase (goods or services) price and calculating change. Some POS terminals adjust the store's inventory database by examining the purchases made. As described in the supplementary merchandise sales processing system and method of a store-only terminal of application No. 08 / 920,116 (August 26, 1997) of the present application, the customer provides an upsell instead of the change he should receive at the POS terminal. Receive. The POS terminal determines the upsell according to the customer's purchase, and also determines the upsell price (the amount of change). For example, a customer who buys a product for $ 1.74 and pays $ 2.00 may receive another product at a discounted price instead of returning $ 0.26. The upsell price, $ 0.26, depends on the purchase price, $ 1.74; the upsell price is not as fixed as most conventional commodity prices.

As mentioned in the parent application, there is a huge benefit to providing upsells instead of change. For example, customers will usually not want to deal with change and will welcome the opportunity to dispose of it. With you will get satisfaction from the sale of attractive low price.

In trading, they usually offer several other upsells. Indeed it is possible to provide several different upsells for any particular purchase. The specific upsells that are actually provided to a particular customer also depend on criteria related to the purchase, such as the amount of change, time of day, and items purchased. Because there are so many upsells that can be provided to a particular customer, it may be difficult or impossible to determine which upsell the customer is likely to accept.

In addition to the difficulty of selecting upsell to provide, upselling is sometimes time consuming. However, the time spent providing upsells does not guarantee to urge customers to accept the upsells and, consequently, to bring income to providers. Therefore, many upsells provided will not be accepted and will waste time and effort. Therefore, it would be beneficial to eliminate the uncertainty associated with upsell.

POS terminals, such as cash registers, are used for a wide variety of tasks such as calculating the total purchase (goods or services) price and calculating change. In addition, POS terminals are used in offering systems to offer offers to customers. This provisioning system aims to increase sales and increase the average profit per treatment.

One form of provisioning system is described in a complementary merchandise sales processing system and method of a store-only terminal of application No. 08 / 920,116 (August 26, 1997), which is the main application of the present application. The customer is provided an upsell in place of the change he should receive at the POS terminal. The POS terminal determines the upsell according to the customer's purchase, and also determines the upsell price (the amount of change). For example, a customer who buys a product for $ 1.74 and pays $ 2.00 may receive another product at a discounted price instead of returning $ 0.26. The upsell price, $ 0.26, depends on the purchase price, $ 1.74. Another offer system is a 'suggested sale' which is determined by computer. U. S. Patent 5,353, 219 describes a system for suggesting items so that customers can purchase at conventional item prices.

The delivery system has a variety of offers to the customer. For example, in the aforementioned upsell offering many other upsells may be provided to the customer instead of a specific change. The offer offered to the customer at a fast food restaurant may be soda, large French fries, or desserts. Exactly what offers can be chosen randomly or according to a schedule created by a manager or operator.

Unfortunately, random or hand-picked offers do not confirm that a customer will be offered the best (best performing) offer. Constructing the best offer can be evaluated on one or more criteria by calculating the corresponding rate of achievement for the various offers. For example, the offer acceptance rate is the rate of achievement that can be used to evaluate the offer. Because some offers may be less acceptable to customers than others. Also, the profits from the accepted offers are the rate of achievement that can be used to evaluate the offers.

It may be difficult or impossible for a manager or operator to distinguish the best offer (the offer with the highest rate of achievement). The manager will not know the true rate of achievement among the offers. Managers will also not have time to analyze historical trends to distinguish the best offers. At the same time, an offer may be more attractive to the customer than another at different times of the day or on different days of the week. Unexpected events, such as high lottery amounts or favorable articles in magazines, may make certain offers more attractive. Such situations hinder managers from trying to identify the best offer. Therefore, it is necessary to adjust the offer provided to the terminal dedicated to the store.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a point of sale (POS) terminal, and more particularly, to a product sales processing system and method of a POS terminal.

1 is a block diagram of a system according to the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a block diagram of the POS controller of FIG. 1.

3 is a block diagram of the POS terminal of FIG. 1.

4 is a block diagram of a lottery data processing system.

FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating a local lottery database in the POS terminal of FIG. 3.

6 is a diagram showing a lottery database in the lottery data processing system of FIG.

FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating a POS controller database in the lottery data processing system of FIG. 4.

8 is a flowchart showing lottery processing in a POS terminal.

9 is an example of a store sales receipt according to an embodiment of the present invention.

10 is a flowchart of the operation of the POS controller.

11 is a flowchart of the operation of the lottery data processing system.

12 is a flowchart showing telephone identification processing.

13A is a schematic diagram illustrating a POS terminal provided according to the present invention.

FIG. 13B is a schematic diagram illustrating still another example of the POS terminal of FIG. 13A.

14 is a flowchart illustrating the method of the present invention for determining upsell at a POS terminal.

FIG. 15 is a diagram for explaining a storage area of the POS terminal of FIG. 13A.

It is a schematic diagram explaining the upcell database of the POS terminal of FIG. 13A.

17 is a schematic diagram illustrating a customer database of the POS terminal of FIG. 13A.

It is a schematic diagram explaining the stock price database of the POS terminal of FIG. 13A.

FIG. 19 is a schematic diagram illustrating a provided price database of the POS terminal of FIG. 13A.

20 is a flow chart illustrating the method of the present invention for calculating a payback for upcells at a POS terminal.

It is a schematic diagram explaining the identifier database of the POS terminal of FIG. 13A.

It is a schematic diagram explaining the POS terminal connected to the lottery data processing system.

FIG. 23 is a schematic diagram illustrating still another example of the customer database of the POS terminal of FIG. 13A.

24A is a flow chart illustrating a method of the present invention for storing customer preferences.

24B is a flowchart illustrating the method of the present invention for storing customer preferences.

25 is a flow chart illustrating a method of the present invention for adjusting a previously selected customer preference.

26 is a flow chart illustrating a method of the present invention for receiving a donated upcell.

Fig. 27 is a flowchart for explaining another method of the present invention for determining upsell in a POS terminal.

28 is a schematic diagram illustrating a POS terminal network provided according to the present invention.

FIG. 29 is a schematic diagram illustrating a store controller of the network of FIG. 28.

30 is a schematic diagram illustrating a POS terminal of the network of FIG. 28.

FIG. 31 is a schematic diagram illustrating another embodiment of a POS terminal of the network of FIG. 28.

32 is a schematic diagram illustrating a lottery supply database of the store controller of FIG. 29.

33 is a schematic diagram illustrating exemplary data of the lottery supply database in FIG. 32.

34 is a schematic diagram illustrating a processing database of the shop controller of FIG. 29.

35 is a schematic diagram illustrating recording of a partial lottery database of the store controller of FIG. 29.

FIG. 36 is a schematic diagram illustrating still another exemplary data of the lottery supply database of FIG. 32.

Fig. 37 is a flowchart for explaining a method for allocating a ratio of lottery tickets.

FIG. 38 is a schematic diagram illustrating a winning lottery database of the store controller of FIG. 29.

FIG. 39 is a schematic diagram illustrating a regular customer database of the store controller of FIG. 29.

40 is a flowchart for explaining a method for redeeming a partial lottery ticket.

Fig. 41 is a schematic diagram illustrating a POS terminal provided according to the present invention.

FIG. 42 is a schematic diagram illustrating still another embodiment of the POS terminal of FIG. 41.

FIG. 43 is a schematic diagram illustrating an inventory database of the POS terminal of FIG. 41.

FIG. 44 is a schematic diagram illustrating a possible upsell database of the POS terminal of FIG. 41.

FIG. 45 is a schematic diagram illustrating an embodiment of an upcell providing database of the POS terminal of FIG. 41.

FIG. 46 is a schematic diagram illustrating still another embodiment of the upcell providing database of the POS terminal of FIG. 41.

FIG. 47 is a schematic diagram illustrating still another embodiment of the upcell providing database of the POS terminal of FIG. 41.

FIG. 48 is a schematic diagram illustrating still another embodiment of the upcell providing database of the POS terminal of FIG. 41.

FIG. 49 is a flowchart illustrating a method of providing supplemental article sales at a POS terminal.

50 is a schematic diagram illustrating a POS terminal provided according to the present invention.

FIG. 51 is a schematic diagram illustrating still another embodiment of the POS terminal of FIG. 50.

Fig. 52 is a schematic diagram illustrating a method provided according to the present invention for controlling the performance of supplementary processing in a POS terminal.

Fig. 53 is a table for explaining a providing plan depending on the operating speed of the POS terminal.

FIG. 54 is a schematic diagram illustrating an invalid decision manager of the POS terminal of FIG. 51.

It is a schematic diagram explaining the network of a POS terminal.

56 is a table for explaining a provisioning plan depending on the operating speed of a plurality of POS terminals.

Fig. 57 is a schematic diagram illustrating a POS terminal provided according to the present invention.

FIG. 58 is a schematic diagram illustrating still another embodiment of the POS terminal of FIG. 57.

Fig. 59 is a schematic diagram illustrating a network of a POS terminal.

It is a schematic diagram explaining the stock database of a POS terminal.

Fig. 61 is a schematic diagram illustrating a rounding code database of a POS terminal.

Fig. 62 is a schematic diagram illustrating data used to determine the amount to be paid as the amount of purchase and upsell items.

63 is a schematic diagram showing information relating to processing.

64 is a flow chart illustrating a method of determining rounded prices for purchases that include upsells and one or more items.

65 is a flow chart describing a method of determining a rounded price for a purchase that includes multiple upsells and one or more items.

FIG. 66 is a schematic diagram illustrating data used to determine the amount purchased and paid for in the amount of a number of upsell items. FIG.

67 is a schematic diagram illustrating a POS terminal provided according to the present invention.

FIG. 68 is a schematic diagram illustrating still another embodiment of the POS terminal of FIG. 67.

It is a schematic diagram explaining the network of a POS terminal.

70 is a table describing one embodiment of a provisioning database.

71 is a schematic diagram for describing recording of a processing database.

FIG. 72 is a flow chart illustrating a method of controlling a feed supplied by one or more POS terminals.

73 is a table that describes one embodiment of a performance database.

74 is a table for explaining another embodiment of the performance database.

75 is a schematic diagram illustrating a database introduced to determine a supply that is continuously supplied.

76 is a schematic diagram illustrating another embodiment of a database introduced to determine a supply that is continuously supplied.

77 is another embodiment of a database of offerings.

It is an object of the present invention to provide a system and method for providing a selected product instead of the amount to be paid at a POS terminal.

In general, according to one aspect of the present invention, the POS terminal determines the upsell exchanged instead of the amount to be paid in connection with the customer's purchase. Store-only terminals preferentially maintain databases of at least one upsell price and upsells paid to customers instead of change. The upsell and upsell prices are set so that the upsell is exchanged for profit instead of change, and if the upsell is accepted, it provides profit for sales and value for customers.

When a customer makes a purchase with a POS terminal, the POS terminal calculates a purchase price and sets a 'payment request amount' corresponding to the purchase price. The payment request amount represents the amount that the customer is expected to pay. The POS terminal then rounds up the purchase price to a whole number to produce a rounded value, and calculates a value corresponding to the difference between the purchase price and the rounded value. Thus, this difference represents the coin to be paid.

Comparing the calculated value with at least one upsell price of a database, the POS terminal determines which of the upcell prices corresponds to the calculated value. If applicable, the POS terminal identifies the upcell corresponding to this upcell price, and outputs a signal indicating the identified upcell. The output signal is preferably displayed in text or graphics explaining that the upsell may be purchased at an amount that should be returned to the customer and / or cashier.

If the customer accepts the upsell, the cashier presses the select button on the POS terminal to indicate acceptance. The amount of payment required by the customer is set to a rounding price rather than a purchase price. Thus, the customer receives an upsell instead of a coin to be returned, and there is no need to exchange coins between the customer and the POS terminal.

The present invention relates to a system for performing lottery processing at a retail POS terminal without the customer having to wait for two processing receipts or going to another check-out terminal for a non-lottery purchase. At nearly the same time it takes to calculate bread or milk at a POS terminal, customers can purchase a quick-pick lottery ticket. This one-stop shopping facilitates lottery sales and speeds up the work of customers. Along with this, the present invention allows a customer to purchase a partial lottery ticket, thereby making it easier to sell the lottery ticket. In particular, if a customer purchases another product, instead of receiving change, a partial lottery (equivalent to change) may be required. Therefore, the present invention provides a convenient and efficient lottery purchase system for the customer.

The term 'quick-pick' refers to a lottery ticket with a randomly generated lottery number for the customer in the lottery system.

A partial lottery is a lottery where you receive only a portion of the winning amount, depending on the rate you paid for that lottery when compared to the total winning amount. For example, if a customer pays 58 cents for a lottery ticket with a total price of $ 1, when the lottery wins, the client receives 58% of the winning amount. Hereinafter, the term 'lottery' or equivalent terms includes partial lottery.

Figure 1 shows an overall system block diagram of the best embodiment of the present invention. In this embodiment, the POS controller 20 is connected to at least one POS terminal 30 via a POS network 40. Four POS terminals 30 are shown in FIG. 1, but any number of POS terminals 30 may be used. The POS network 40 need not be a hardware network and includes any of a variety of means capable of transmitting and receiving data communications as described below. The lottery process can be initialized from any of the POS terminals 30. Information required to initiate the lottery process is transferred between the POS terminal 30 and the POS controller 20 via the POS network 40. Other forms of information may also be transferred between the POS terminal 30 and the POS controller 20. For example, product prices, coupon discounts, sales event information, and the like may be transferred between the POS terminal 30 and the POS controller 20.

As illustrated in FIG. 1, the POS controller 20 is also connected to the lottery data processing system 60 described later in detail via the data network 50. The data network 50 may be one or more various networks capable of data communication. For example, the data network 50 may be a public switched telephone network (PSTN) 76, an Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN), a packet switched network, a private data communications network, a wireless network, or other suitable network.

The POS terminal 30 and the POS controller 20 shown in FIG. 1 may be realized in hardware provided to implement the present invention. It can also be implemented using current cash registers and a central server in the store. Many retailers, in particular, computerize their cash registers and connect them to in-store processing processors to receive and send product prices and other product information. The hardware of such a system can also be used in the present invention. It is possible that changes to current in-store processors or store network servers may be performed in various ways to integrate with the present invention. Reprogram the current in-store processor or supplement an additional file server.

2 is a block diagram of the POS controller 20. The POS controller 20 includes a CPU 21 that performs processing functions. POS controller 20 also includes read only memory (ROM) 22 and random access memory (RAM) 23. The ROM 22 is used to store at least some program instructions executed by the CPU 21, such as a partition of an operating system, a basic input-output system (BIOS), etc., and the RAM 23 is used for temporary storage of data. The clock circuit 24 provides a clock signal required by the CPU 21.

The POS controller 20 also includes a data network interface 71 and a communication port 25 connected to the POS network interface. The communication port 25 enables the CPU 21 to communicate with devices external to the POS controller 20. In particular, the communication port 25 allows communication with the POS terminal 30 and the lottery data processing system 60. While modems (not shown) and telephone lines are preferred for establishing communication with the lottery data processing system 60, other data network interfaces, such as radio communication interfaces, Internet interfaces, including ISDN terminals shared with ISDN networks, May be used.

The CPU 21 may also store information in and read information from the data storage device 26. The data storage device 26 includes a local lottery database 26a and other databases including a local sales database 26b which is conventionally maintained at a store. The regional lottery database 26a is described below. In addition, the data storage device 26 includes a command that the CPU 21 reads and executes, thereby allowing the CPU 21 to process the data. While Figure 2 shows separate data, it is also possible to use one database that integrates both functions. Additional databases may be added as needed to store various information required for other purposes.

Fig. 5 is a diagram showing the preferred arrangement and stored information of the regional lottery database 26a. The regional lottery database 26a includes a date F1, a sales receipt number F2, a purchase ticket number F3, a sales amount F4, and a lottery number F5. In the case of a partial lottery, the sales amount (F4) will contain a partial amount (eg, 68 cents) of the lottery purchased by the customer.

Although only three records R1 for three lottery processes are shown in Fig. 5, any number of records can be stored. Records may be deleted to another storage device to free up storage space in the data storage device 26 or after a predetermined time has elapsed or after a predetermined event has occurred (e.g. after a lottery winning number has been determined). have.

3 is a block diagram of a preferred POS terminal 30 located in a supermarket, department store, bar or other location where customer processing is performed. As mentioned above, any number of POS terminals 30 may be connected to one POS controller 20. The POS terminal 30 includes a CPU 31, a ROM 32, a RAM 33, a clock circuit 34, a communication port 35, and a data storage device 36. The communication port 35 is shared with the POS network 40 which facilitates communication between the POS terminal 30 and the POS controller 20.

The POS terminal 30 includes an input device 37 for receiving input from an operator. Any of a variety of input devices is suitable for this purpose. Examples include push buttons, keys, membranes, mice, touch screens, barcode scanners, and so on. The input device 37 interfaces directly with the CPU 31 shown in FIG. Alternatively, a suitable interface circuit may be located between the input device 37 and the CPU 31.

The POS terminal 30 also includes a display device 38 for transmitting information to the operator, the customer or both. Any of a variety of display devices is suitable for this purpose. Examples include CRTs, LCDs, LEDs or thin film transistor panels.

POS terminal 30 also includes a data storage 36 in which processing processor instructions are stored. This command is read and executed by the CPU 21 to cause the POS terminal 30 to perform various processing forms. For example, such processing includes 'quick-pick' lottery, lottery other than 'quick-pick' lottery, and product processing.

The POS terminal 30 also includes a printer 39 that records the processing performed by the POS terminal 30. The printer 39 directly interfaces with the CPU 31 shown in FIG. Alternatively, a suitable interface circuit may be located between the printer 39 and the CPU 31.

Depending on the needs of the particular setting, other combinations of the POS terminal 30 and the POS controller 20 may also be adjusted. In particular, the POS terminal 30 may integrate with some features of the POS controller 20 such that the integrated POS terminal / controller 20 may function as a stand-alone unit. This type of terminal would be advantageous for a facility requiring only one POS terminal.

4 shows a block diagram of the lottery data processing system 60. Like the POS controller 20 described above, the lottery data processing system 60 includes a CPU 61, a ROM 62, a RAM 63, a clock circuit 64, and a communication port 65. The communication port 65 is connected to the data network interface 71. The data network interface 71 is equivalent to the data network interface of FIG. Although one POS controller 20 is shown in FIG. 1, any number of POS controllers 20 may be connected to the lottery data processing system 60 via the data network 50 and the data network interface 71. .

As can be seen in FIG. 4, the communication port 65 is also connected to the IVRU interface 74. The customer support IVRU 75 shown in FIG. 1 is coupled to the lottery data processing system 60 via the IVRU interface 74. The customer support IVRU 75 is also connected to a public switched telephone network (PSTN) 76. The customer support IVRU 75 allows the caller (not shown) to communicate with the lottery data processing system 60 by telephone. A voice command prompt informs the caller of various menu selections and special data related to the particular lottery process that the caller will enter.

CPU 61 may also store information in and read information from data storage 68. The data storage device 68 includes a lottery database 68a and a POS controller database 68b and a winning number database 68c, which are described below. Along with this, the data storage device 68 includes instructions that the CPU 61 reads and executes to allow the CPU 61 to process. While Figure 4 shows separate data, one database may be used that integrates all the functions of the databases 68a, 68b, 68c. Additional databases may be added as necessary to store various information useful for maintaining and administering the lottery system.

The lottery data processing system 60 also includes a random number generator 66 and a cryptographic processor 67. When requested by the CPU 61, the random number generator 66 generates a random 'quick-pick' number used for the 'quick-pick' lottery process. The encryption processor 67 is used to encrypt the identification code generated by the CPU 61, which will be described later in detail. This encrypted identification code passes through the CPU 61 and is associated with a specific lottery process. The cryptographic processor 67 is also used by the CPU 61 to decrypt the encrypted identification code passing there.

In the illustrated embodiment, the arbitrary number generator 66 and the cryptographic processor 67 are shown as separate elements in the lottery data processing system 60, although other methods of performing these functions may also be used. For example, these functions may be implemented in a computer program stored in the data storage device 68, or may be executed by the CPU 61.

6 is a table of information stored in the lottery database 68a. Lottery database 68a includes POS controller ID number (F6), date (F7), purchase ticket number (F8), sales receipt number (F9), sales amount (F10), lottery number (F11), and encryption code (F12). ). In the case of a partial lottery, the sales amount F10 will contain a partial amount (eg, 68 cents) of the lottery purchased by the customer. The POS controller ID number F6 is a specific code corresponding to each POS controller in communication with the lottery data processing system 60. The sales receipt number F9 stores a serial number associated with each receipt generated by the POS terminal. Encryption code F12 stores an encryption identification code, which is described in detail below.

Only the record R2 for the POS controller ID number 23456 is shown in FIG. 6, but any records may be stored. As with data storage 26, over time, records may be transferred or deleted to other storage devices to free up storage space in data storage 68. The winning number database 68c is the other database which the lottery data processing system has conventionally maintained.

7 is a diagram showing information stored in the POS controller database 68b. POS controller database 68b includes POS controller ID number F13, POS controller name F14, POS controller location F15, and telephone number F16. The POS controller name F14 stores the store name or the name of the facility where the POS controller 20 is located. POS controller location F15 stores the address of the facility where POS controller 20 is located. Telephone number F16 stores the telephone number associated with each POS controller 20. Although only a record R3 for one POS controller position is shown in FIG. 7, any number of records can be stored.

Some fields in the database may contain corresponding identical information. For example, the POS controller ID number F6 of the lottery database 68a corresponds to the F13 column of the POS controller database 68b. )

8 is a flowchart illustrating an exemplary lottery process performed at the POS terminal 30 from the customer's point of view. This process is initiated when the customer indicates at step S1 to the POS terminal operator that he wants to purchase one or more 'quick pick' lotteries. Of course, the 'quick pick' lottery can be either a regular lottery or a partial lottery. The customer may make this decision to buy the lottery as a self-contained lottery, or may decide while purchasing other products such as milk or bread. In step S2, the POS terminal operator displays the lottery process by executing the preprogrammed instructions on the input device 37 connected to the POS terminal 30. In the next step S3, the POS terminal operator prompts the customer for the desired 'quick pick' lottery number.

A 'quick pick' lottery number can also include a partial lottery. This is convenient for customers who are reluctant to receive a week's worth of coins as change after processing. For example, a customer who needs to get back 68 cents after buying a product can buy a 68 cent lottery ticket that costs 68 percent of $ 1 and pays 68 percent of $ 1. Or the customer could buy 34 percent of $ 2 for 68 cents. Of course, depending on the partial value of the lottery, the customer may purchase the entire value of the lottery.

In another embodiment, additional lottery information such as lottery game type, specific lottery number selected by the customer, etc. may be urged to the customer. For example, a specific lottery system may offer a lottery game based on a combination of 3, 4 and 6 numbers. Customers can also choose their lottery number personally.

In step S4, the POS terminal operator inputs the lottery number requested by the customer to the POS terminal 30 through the input device 37. In step S5 the customer pays for the lottery and purchases other items. In step S6, the POS terminal outputs a single receipt containing lottery information and other merchandise sales information.

9 is an example of a shop sales receipt 80 in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention. The store sales receipt 80 includes a non-lottery ticket related to the product information 81. The lower part contains a plurality of lottery numbers (82), store ID number (83), receipt number (84), date (85), time (86), price (89), lottery phone number (87) and encryption identification code ( Lottery information, including 88). In the case of a partial lottery, the store sales receipt 80 may include an indication of the purchase rate in the total amount of the lottery purchased (for example, $ 0.68 was paid for ticket 4 as shown in FIG. 9).

10 is a flowchart of an operation example of the POS controller 20. The processing steps shown in FIG. 10 may be implemented in a computer program installed in the POS controller 20 from the computer reading means, and then stored in one or more ROMs 22, RAM 23 and data storage 26. (Shown in Figure 2). The POS controller 20 receives a lottery processing request including, for example, a 'quick pick' lottery number requested by a customer in step S7. The POS controller 20 temporarily stores this information in the RAM 23, during which it establishes a real time communication link with the lottery data processing system 60 via the data network 50.

Although one lottery data processing system 60 is shown in FIG. 1, an additional lottery data processing system may be useful as a second or backup lottery data processing system. Therefore, if the POS controller 20 fails to establish communication with the first lottery data processing system, it may attempt to communicate with the second lottery data processing system.

Once the real time communication link is established, the POS controller 20 transmits the requested 'quick pick' lottery number to the lottery data processing system 60 in step S8. POS controller 20 also sends a POS controller ID number (eg, F13 of FIG. 7). In step S9, the POS controller 20 receives an associated encryption identification code from one or more lottery number groups (corresponding to the requested lottery numbers) and the lottery data processing system 60. A new record (e.g., R1 in FIG. 5) is made in the regional lottery database (26a in FIG. 2) in step S10. In step S11, the POS controller 20 stores the date, the receipt number, the time, and the lottery number received from the lottery data processing system (as shown in F1 to F5 in Fig. 5) in this new record. Next, in step S12, the POS controller 20 transmits the lottery information (ie, the lottery number and the encryption identification code) to the POS terminal 30 to initialize the lottery processing request.

Each of the above steps S7 to S12 is executed by the CPU 21 executing computer program instructions stored in the data storage device 26. Communication with the POS terminal 30 occurs through the communication port 25 and the POS network interface 72. Communication with the lottery data processing system 60 occurs through the communication port 25 and the POS network interface 72.

In another embodiment, POS controller 20 may also handle non-quick pick lottery processing. The lottery number selected by the customer is received from the customer through the display sensing slip at the POS terminal 30 or by an encoded chip, sent to the lottery data processing system 60, and processed as described below.

11 is a flowchart of the operation of the lottery data processing system 60. This processing step can be stored in the computer reading means corresponding to the data storage device 68 (shown in FIG. 4) in this embodiment. Upon receiving the POS controller ID number and the lottery processing request from the POS controller 20, the lottery data processing system 60 accesses the POS controller database 68b (shown in Figs. 4 and 7) in step S13. The lottery data processing system 60 searches the POS controller database 68b and identifies the POS controller ID number as shown in step S14. In step S15, the lottery database 68a (shown in Figs. 4 and 6) is accessed, and a new lottery processing list is added to the appropriate POS controller record (e.g., R2 in Fig. 6).

In step S16, the lottery data processing system 60 generates one or more random 'quick-pick' lottery number groups using the random number generator 66 (shown in FIG. 4). These 'quick-pick' lottery numbers are used for quick-pick lotteries. The lottery processing list added in step S15 is updated in step S16 by storing these random 'quick-pick' lottery numbers in a designated record place.

The lottery data processing system 60 also generates an identification code based on the specific lottery processing variable in step S17. This identification code is a sequence including all data of one record in the lottery database 68a. An example of the code according to the first list shown in R2 of FIG. 6 is as follows.

23456/011597004/3343004/011020112131

In this example, 23456 represents a POS controller ID number, 011597 represents a date, 004 represents a number of purchase tickets, 3343 sales receipt number, 004 represents a sales amount, and 011020112131 represents a lottery number, respectively.

While the use of cryptographic identification codes is a preferred embodiment, the store sales receipt number may be used instead of each processing date. In addition, the sales receipt number and date may be used as a pointer to the lottery database 68a. This pointer may be used to retrieve and confirm the required lottery information.

In step S18, the identification code is encrypted using the cryptographic processor 67 (shown in FIG. 4) to produce a specific numeric code. The lottery processing list added in step S15 is updated again by storing the encryption identification code in the appropriate recording place (see Fig. 6). The use of cryptographic processors and cryptographic algorithms is well known to those skilled in the art of cryptography. For reference, those skilled in the art may refer to Bruce Schneier, Applied Cryptography, Protocols, Algorithms and Source Code Inc., (2nd Edition, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1996).

Then, in step S19, the lottery data processing system 60 transmits the lottery number and the encryption identification code to the POS controller 20 to initialize the lottery process.

Identification codes provide an additional level of safety and protection for lottery purchases. Even if the database in the lottery data processing system 60 is damaged, all the information output to the store receipt lottery can still be confirmed by another device capable of decoding the identification code.

Each of the above steps S13 to S19 is executed by the CPU 61, and the CPU 61 executes computer program instructions stored in the data storage device 68 to perform this step. Communication with the POS controller 20 takes place via the communication port 65 and the data network interface 71.

In another embodiment, additional information may be sent from the POS controller 20 to the lottery data processing system 60. It includes a customer-selected lottery number instead of random 'quick-pick' lottery numbers generated in the lottery data processing system 60 as described above. In this case, the lottery data processing system 60 stores the customer-selected lottery number in the lottery database 68a. The encryption identification code will be generated based on the customer selected lottery number. The lottery data processing system 60 will then send to the POS controller 20 the encryption identification code and the complete authority of the lottery process.

12 is a flowchart showing telephone identification processing. This process starts in step S20 when the customer calls the telephone number 87 recorded in the sales receipt 80 shown in FIG. By calling telephone number 87, the customer is connected to customer support IVRU 75 (shown in FIG. 1). This facility requires the customer to enter the encryption identification code 88 recorded on the sales receipt 80 using the telephone number plate through the voice message recorded in advance in step S21. In step S22 the customer support IVRU 75 communicates this information to the lottery data processing system 60 via the IVRU interface 74.

In step S23, the lottery data processing system 60 searches the encryption code field F12 in the lottery database 68a to find a list that matches the information provided from the IVRU 75. If there is no match, the lottery data processing system 60 informs the IVRU 75 that the encryption identification code presented by the customer is invalid. IVRU 75 then requires the customer to re-enter the cryptographic identification code. After the attempt to enter a valid code exceeds the predetermined number of times, the call is terminated as shown in step S24.

If a match is found, the lottery data processing system 60 decrypts the encrypted identification code. The decrypted information is forwarded to the customer support IVRU 75 at step S24. Based on this telegram, the customer support IVRU 75 sends a voice message to the customer to provide all decryption information (ie, lottery number, date of purchase, time of purchase, etc.). The customer support IVRU 75 combines with voice messages already stored to produce voice messages.

The winning lottery ticket may be redeemed at one of the POS terminals 30 or at a conventional lottery terminal. In order to redeem the winning lottery ticket at one of the POS terminals 30, the POS terminal operator executes a pre-programmed input instruction through the input device 37 connected to the POS terminal 30 to initialize the lottery confirmation operation. The POS terminal operator inputs the encrypted identification code written in the lottery ticket to the POS terminal 30 through the input device 37. This information is transmitted to the lottery data processing system 60 through the POS controller 20. The lottery data processing system 60 decrypts this information and accesses the lottery database 68a. The lottery data processing system 60 then determines whether the lottery is a winning lottery based on the information in each database.

This decision is then communicated back to the POS terminal 30 via the POS controller 20 (with other information required). Other forms of information that may be included in such communications include the amount of the prize, the portion of the prize, and whether or not the prize has been accumulated.

In another embodiment, random 'quick-pick' lottery numbers used for lottery processing may be generated by the POS controller 20. This lottery number will be sent to the lottery data processing system 60 as described below.

Thus, a new and improved system and method of selling lottery tickets at store-only locations in stores is provided. The present invention processes lottery sales using a device such as that provided for processing the sale of goods and / or services in a conventional store.

By using a double sales facility, the present invention brings economic efficiency to merchants. This system and method allows for fast and efficient lottery purchases while making everyday purchases, stimulating lottery purchases without delaying the store-specific checkout line. Furthermore, the present invention enables the sale of fast and efficient partial lotteries, which, if vice versa, may lead to customer fluctuations, again stimulating impulse purchases, thus increasing lottery sales stores.

The present invention also provides a system and method for outputting a sales receipt that is easy to print, easy to read, and includes both goods / services and lottery information. The lottery includes identification information including at least one identification code and a customer service telephone number that the customer uses to verify the lottery number with the lottery manager.

The present invention has been described above by the specific embodiments, but is not limited to the embodiments disclosed in the present application. Rather, the invention includes all methods, structures and improvements that fall within the scope and spirit of the appended claims.

The term 'upsell' as used below refers to a product (good or service) provided with a purchased item, and has a value close to a predetermined upsell price. The form of upsell described later in detail includes (i) upgrades from the first product to other products, ii) additional products, (i) vouchers for redemption of products, or certifications; (i) horse racing, contests, lotteries, and other games. There is a right to participate. Various forms can be used for the upcell without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention.

By providing upsells instead of the change to be paid to the customer, on average, an additional income of approximately 50 cents per upsell is obtained, and the number of coins exchanged is reduced or eliminated. Reducing or eliminating changes to send and receive changes reduces the time customers spend in front of the POS terminal. In some cases, if you have a cashier operating a POS terminal, you might be able to reduce the number of cashiers. In addition, customers will recognize the greater value as they will need to carry less or less change after purchase.

In addition, the present invention can be sold effectively by providing an old or perishable product instead of change. With this product, old magazines, audio tapes, compact discs, flowers and other various products can be sold, generating additional income and reducing the disposal cost of the product. By providing old products to customers, they give customers the right to get discounts on their goods.

Referring to FIG. 13A, the POS terminal 1010 includes a POS processor 1012 connected to an input device 1014, a printer 1016, and a display device 1018, respectively. The POS processor 1012 is comprised of at least one microprocessor 1020, such as an Intel 80386 microprocessor, connected to a storage device 1022 such as RAM, floppy disk, hard disk, or a combination thereof.

Microprocessor 1020 and storage 1022 may each be located entirely within a cash register, vending machine, or similar enclosure, or ii) connected by a telecommunication link such as a serial port cable, telephone line or radio transceiver. Or iii) a combination thereof. For example, POS processor 1012 consists of one or more cash registers connected to a remote server computer that maintains data or a vending machine connected to a local computer. Many forms of conventional cash registers and other forms of POS terminals may be used to implement the present invention in light of the present disclosure. These terminals only require software upgrades and can be performed without undue effort.

13B illustrates another embodiment of a POS terminal 1010, showing that a first device 1032 communicates with a second device 1034 over a remote communication link 1036. The first device 1032 may be a cash register, which is composed of an input device 1014, a display device 1018, and a microprocessor 1037 that performs some of the functions of the microprocessor 1020 of FIG. 13A. . The second device 1034 may be a processing system operated by an electronic commerce or credit card exchange. The second device 1034 is comprised of a storage device 1022, a printer 1016 and a microprocessor 1038 that performs some of the functions of the microprocessor 1020 of FIG. 13A.

Referring again to FIG. 13A, the input device 1014 is preferably a keypad for transmitting an input signal, such as a purchase signal indication, to the microprocessor 1020. The printer 1016 is for registration marking on roll paper or other material and outputs receipts, coupons, certificates, etc. according to the instructions of the microprocessor 1020. The display device 1018 is preferably a video monitor capable of displaying at least alphanumeric characteristics to the customer and / or cashier. Many types of input devices, printers, and display devices are known to those skilled in the art and need not be discussed in detail here.

The storage device 1022 stores the POS program 1024 to control the microprocessor 1020 in accordance with the present invention, particularly in accordance with the steps described in detail below. POS program 1024 also includes essential program elements such as a 'device driver' that interfaces with each input device 1014, printer 1016 and display device 1018. Appropriate device drivers and other necessary program elements are known to those skilled in the art and need not be described in detail herein.

The storage device 1022 stores a payment request amount 1026, which is an amount to be paid in return for a product provided to a customer. From the payment request amount 1026, the microprocessor 1020 determines the change, the total amount to be collected at the end of the day, and the like. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the amount requested may be one stored value or multiple values corresponding to each amount to be paid for one or more items.

The storage device 1022 further stores an inventory price database 1028 that includes the goods and their prices. The stock price database 1028 enables the microprocessor 1020 to calculate the total purchase price of one or more items, and then stores the total purchase price in the payment amount 1026.

The upsell database 1030 stored in the storage 1022 includes upsells and corresponding upsell prices. The upsell price used below means a price, price setting, or price range desirable for selling the upsell. Upsell prices are usually related to operating upsell costs. For example, if a restaurant costs 20 cents for a small soda, an upsell price for one additional small soda is greater than 20 cents, such as 20 cents to 30 cents. As another example, if a restaurant costs 22 cents for a large soda, the upsell cost for a restaurant from small to large soda is 22 cents-20 cents = 2 cents. Therefore, the upsell price can be in the lower limit of 2 cents.

In addition, the upsell price preferably has an upper limit smaller than a predetermined amount. For example, the upsell price must not exceed the price of the product offered as upsell. Using the above example, the upsell price for upgrading from small soda to large soda ranges from the lower limit of 2 cents. The upper limit of this upsell price should not exceed the cost of a large soda, for example 90 cents. Otherwise, customers will pay more than they would have to pay if they included large soda in their purchase. For example, a process that offers customers 95 cents instead of 90 cents would be both insulting and ineffective for the customer.

In general, the price of a product for a customer is different from the operating costs offered for that product. Thus, the upsell price of the upsell database 1030 cannot be identified solely from the product price of the stock price database 1028 and must be calculated to make a profit. For example, the stock price database 1028 may display the price of a small soda at 55 cents and a large soda at 90 cents. These two prices alone cannot determine that a restaurant costs 20 cents for a small soda, 22 cents for a large soda, and therefore 2 cents for an upsell from a small soda to a large soda. Thus, the stock price database 1028 alone cannot determine whether it would be beneficial to supply an upsell such that the restaurant would benefit from a relatively small upsell price, such as 5 cents or 10 cents. Such profit points can only be determined as a function of cost.

The difference between the product price for the customer described above and the operating cost of the product allows the POS terminal to determine: ⅰ) upsells that are sold to profit instead of the change to be paid to the customer, and ii) to the customer at a reduced price instead of the change. To provide Providing products at reduced prices tends to increase customer satisfaction, generate ancillary sales revenue, and increase inventory reorganization. At the same time, there is no need to reduce product prices, so the revenue from these products (except up-sells) is not substantially or completely affected by providing up-sells.

One form of upsell that some sales can provide is an upgrade from the initial product to a different product. Thus, the combination of i) purchase with the first product and ii) upgrade from the first product to another product will effectively bring the upgrade from the first product to another product. For example, a restaurant may offer an upsell consisting of an upgrade from a small soda to a large soda or an upgrade from a normal taco to a deluxe taco. An electronic store could provide an upsell that would extend the validity period.

Another type of upsell is an ancillary product that complements the customer's purchase. For example, a restaurant may offer an upsell consisting of promotional cups or desserts, a video rental store may offer an upsell consisting of movie rentals, additional tapes or promotional hats, and the vending machine may offer a straw candy. The bonus will be able to provide upsell, the facility store will be able to provide an upsell consisting of warranty, and the supermarket will be able to provide an upsell consisting of any of the fresh products. This supermarket upsell is particularly advantageous in that it generates income and eliminates inventory of new products.

14 illustrates a method 1040 of purchasing upsell determination in a POS terminal. In the POS terminal of this embodiment, for example, the POS terminal 1010 maintains the upsell price and the database of the upcell (step 1042). The POS terminal also calculates the purchase price (step 1044) and sets the payment request amount 1026 (FIG. 13A) to be equal to the purchase price (step 1046). For example, the purchase price calculation step includes: i) pressing a key of the input device 1014 (FIG. 13A) corresponding to each product, ii) pressing a numeric key of the input device 1014 corresponding to the number of the purchase price. Or iii) receiving a digital signal indicative of the current amount from the remote computing device.

The POS terminal then calculates the 'rounded' value (step 1048) and calculates the rounded value to be equal to the difference between the purchase price and the rounded price (step 1050). For example, the rounded value can be calculated as the smallest integer in number of dollars greater than the purchase price, the smallest multiple of $ 5 greater than the purchase price, or the amount presented by the customer who may or may not be an integer. If the rounded value is an integer, the customer can easily submit the bill and again at his discretion 없이) with no change, or ii) with a non-coin bill. If the rounded value is a multiple of a number of coins, such as 5 cents, 10 cents, 25 cents, and 50 cents, the customer can receive change only in the coin that the customer wants, such as 25 cents. Many other forms of rounded values can be calculated according to the present invention.

The POS terminal then determines at least one upcell instead of the rounded value (change). Preferably, the POS terminal checks at least one upsell having the upsell price including the rounded value by comparing the rounded up value to the upsell price in the upsell database (step 1052) to identify the upsell. . If the rounded value corresponds to a certain upsell price (1054), the POS terminal identifies the upsell corresponding to that upsell price (step 1056). The POS terminal then outputs to the customer and / or cashier a signal representation of the identified upcell as indicated by text and / or pictures explaining that the confirmed upcell can be purchased at rounded values (step 1058).

The customer indicates to the cashier whether to accept or decline the proposed upsell. The cashier then presses a button on the POS terminal or generates a selection signal indicating a selection between the identified upcell and change (step 1060). If the selection signal indicates an upsell selection, then the payment request amount is set equal to the rounded value (step 1062). Thus, the customer presents cash, check or credit card to satisfy the payment and receives an upsell instead of a rounded value.

As described above, those skilled in the art will appreciate that the amount of the payment required may consist of one stored amount or multiple amounts corresponding to each amount to be paid for one or more products. For example, setting the payment amount to be equal to the rounded value and setting 1062 to i) setting the single stored value to be equal to the rounded value; Or ii) setting the first stored value equal to the purchase price and setting the second stored value equal to the rounded value, similar to the case where two purchases are recorded.

In the example illustrated in FIG. 15, a customer orders a purchase that includes a hamburger and small soda at a fast food restaurant. The cashier records the purchase at the POS terminal, and the POS terminal determines the price of each product of the hamburger and the small soda from lists 1070 and 1072 of the inventory price database 1028. The POS terminal calculates a purchase price of $ 1.62 from this and sets the payment request amount to $ 1.62.

The POS terminal then calculates a rounded value of $ 2.00 (in this example, using 2 as the smallest integer greater than the purchase price), and rounding value 1074 $ 2.00-$ 1.62 = 36 Calculate Since the rounded value is an integer, the customer can easily pay the bill and receive the change with or without the change.

The POS terminal compares the rounded value 1074 and at least one upsell price of the upsell database 1030. The rounded value 1074 is the upsell price 1076 (2) to be compared. From 45 Range), and the sales item (small soda) corresponds to the upsell condition 1078, the POS terminal checks the upsell contents 1080 corresponding to the upsell price 1076 in the upsell database 1030. The POS terminal then indicates to the customer and / or cashier that the upsell content 1080 can be purchased as a change (rounded value 1074) to be paid.

The customer indicates to the cashier whether to accept or decline the proposed upsell. The cashier then presses a button on the POS terminal or generates a selection signal indicating a choice between the confirmed upsell content 1080 and the change. If the selection signal does not indicate a change of change and instead indicates upsell content 1080 selection, the payment request amount 1026 is set to be equal to the rounded value. Thus, the customer receives an upsell (upgrading from small soda to large soda) and there is no change to be paid.

In some embodiments of the present invention, the POS terminal determines the upcell by identifying at least one upcell corresponding to the upsell price 1076 compared in the database. For example, an upsell consisting of small soda is 2 From 20 It may correspond to a range of upsell prices. In another embodiment, the POS terminal determines the upcell by identifying at least one upcell corresponding to the upsell price 1076, ii) at least one 'purchasing condition' in the database.

The purchase condition is actually a condition when the purchase is processed at the POS terminal. Some types of purchase conditions include the purchase price, time of day, day of the week, season, the identity of the products included in the purchase, the cost of the products included in the purchase and / or the customer's purchase performance. Other forms of purchasing conditions may also be introduced within the scope and spirit of the present invention.

The use of purchase conditions in the present invention allows the upsell to be more accurately determined, increasing the likelihood that the upsell will be exchanged for the change in favor of the customer. For example, at some time of the day, a customer may have a strong desire for a particular upsell. Meals are more attracted to dinner in the evening than mid afternoon, and video rentals are more attracted to night than in the morning. Therefore, considering the purchase time can provide upsell more favorable.

In an embodiment in which a purchase condition is introduced, an upsell price of an upsell database has at least one upsell condition corresponding to a corresponding upsell and purchase condition. The POS terminal also calculates the purchase conditions in many ways. For example, a clock signal can provide time and / or date, a purchase recorded on a POS terminal can provide product identity, and a loyalty card can provide customer identity and customer performance. Can be.

Referring to FIG. 16, an upsell database 1090, which is an embodiment of the upsell database 1030 of FIG. 13A, includes an upsell price 1092, an upsell description 1094, and a plurality of upsell conditions. The purchase item 1096 is included and includes a customer identifier request 1098, a customer's preference 1100, a time zone 1102, an operating cost 1103, and the like. The list of upsell databases 1090 is uniquely identified by the upsell code 1104.

Some forms of purchase condition may be stored in one or more databases of storage 1022 (FIG. 13A) as compared to upsell conditions. For example, FIG. 17 illustrates a customer database 1110, which includes unique information as well as customer specific information such as name 1114, address 1116, phone number 1118, past preferences 1120, and the like. A customer identifier 1112. The POS terminal 1010 (FIG. 13A) introduces a customer database 1110 to determine various purchasing conditions and provides upsell as described above. In a POS terminal, a customer can present a corresponding customer identifier, and in many ways can present his customer specific information. For example, a customer may type his customer identifier into the POS terminal or scrape (pass) a loyalty card containing a unique confirmation code to the POS terminal's card reader.

Other types of purchasing conditions can be derived from the stock price database. Referring to FIG. 18, the stock price database 1130, which is an embodiment of the stock price database 1028 of FIG. 13A, includes a product 1132 and a corresponding price 1134 of the product. The stock price database 1130 also includes a stock number 1138 of such products, including a unique product identifier 1136. It may also be desirable to store an 'age' of some kind of product (date or time lapse) to distinguish older products and provide them as up-sells.

For each purchase, the purchase condition, the rounding value, and whether the upcell is selected may be stored in the provided upcell database. The provided upcell database may provide information on which customer has accepted the upsell and under what circumstances the upsell was accepted. Thus, from this information, the upsell value for the customer can be determined and the upcell database can be adjusted. For example, if a customer rarely accepts an upsell, it may be removed from the database or offered in exchange for a smaller amount.

FIG. 19 illustrates a provided upcell database 1150 stored in storage 1022 of FIG. 13A. The provided upcell database 1150 includes the provided upcell 1152, the corresponding rounded value 1154, and the upcell 1156 if there is an accepted upcell. It is also desirable to store other purchasing conditions in the provided upcell database 1150. For example, an upsell provision date 1158, a unique customer identifier 1160, an expiration 1116 if there is an upsell repayment, a date 1164 if the upsell was accepted, and so on.

In the above embodiment, the POS terminal checks one upcell and provides it instead of a rounded value. However, POS terminal 1010 (FIG. 13A) may identify one or more upcells corresponding to the upsell price. In such an embodiment, the POS terminal 1010 may present a choice of upcells to the customer. The POS terminal 1010 may display all upcells on the screen simultaneously or sequentially.

In an embodiment in which upcells are simultaneously displayed on the screen, the customer selects from among the displayed upcells. In an embodiment of sequentially displaying the upcells, the customer may reject (selection failure) the first displayed upcell, in which case the POS terminal 1010 displays the second upcell. The sequentially displayed upcells may be stored according to classification criteria so that the sequentially displayed upcells may be processed in a desired manner. Therefore, the first upcell stored before the second upcell is displayed first. If the first upcell is not selected, the second upcell is displayed.

The upcells may be classified according to the benefits gained from each upcell. In this embodiment a high yield upsell is provided first. If a customer declines a high-profit upsell, other upsells with lower profits are displayed sequentially. So even if the customer rejects the first upsell, he can choose the next upsell that still benefits the merchant.

In another embodiment of the present invention, the POS terminal provides a second upcell with high value to the customer if the first upcell is rejected. Such high-value upsells are more likely to be accepted than the first upsell. Sequentially increasing value offers a consistent rejection of the customer's first upsell offering. Thus, in another embodiment, the POS terminal generates any number using various known methods. The arbitrary number can be used to determine: i) whether sequential upcells will be provided, or ii) relative order in which up-values of different values will be provided. Thus, the customer may not be sure whether the second upsell will be provided and / or how much the second upsell will be, and will not automatically reject the first upsell.

20 illustrates a method 1180 in which a customer exchanges his change with a second upsell by providing a counter-benefit. The POS terminal decides whether to accept this payment.

As above, the POS terminal outputs a signal indication of the first (confirmed) upcell (step 1182). The POS terminal generates a selection signal indicating the selection of the first upcell, the change and the second upcell (the customer's benefit). If the selection signal indicates the selection of the first upcell (step 1184), the payment request amount is set to be equal to the purchase price as described above (step 1186). However, if the selection signal indicates the selection of the first upcell (step 1188) (ie, the customer provides a counter-payment for the second upcell), the upsell price corresponding to the second upcell is determined from the upcell database (step 1190). . If the calculated rounded value corresponds to the second upsell price (step 1192) (that is, if the customer's change is sufficient for the second upsell), the payment requirement is set equal to the rounded up value (step 1186), and the second upsell Is accepted.

In addition to upgrading and ancillary products, there are other forms of upsell that are redeemed or discounted. Certificates can be especially important for merchants because they can attract customers and provide continued sales. The customer is most likely to come back to the store to use the voucher he purchased (ie, a voucher instead of a change). The deed adds value to the merchant due to the possibility of damage (i.e. it cannot be repaid after being lost).

The certificate may be about rounding or something unrelated to it. For example, one form of deed is a coupon that can be redeemed at a discount on the next purchase. In this case, the discount price is equal to the rounding value at the time of purchase. In contrast, another form of deed is a coupon that is redeemed for something, regardless of the rounding value at the time of purchase.

Upon accepting the upsell as a certificate, the cashier will provide the customer with a pre-printed coupon or the POS terminal will print the coupon to the customer. The printed coupon can be registered by various forms of criteria such as redemption agreement, unique identifier, date of purchase or date of expiration.

In an embodiment involving printing a unique identifier on the certificate, the POS terminal maintains a database that stores multiple identifiers. When a new certificate is printed, the POS terminal calculates a unique identifier that does not exist in the identifier database. This identifier is stored in the identifier database. By retrieving the certificate verifier from the identifier database, the redemption of the certificate is tracked and the same certificate cannot be redeemed more than the number of times allowed.

Referring to FIG. 21, storage 1022 stores an identifier database 1200 that includes a unique identifier 1202 that identifies each certificate. The identifier database 1200 also includes a certificate par value equal to (or not equal to) the rounding value exchanged with the certificate. The stored par value allows each certificate to be repaid at a different price with minimal negation. For example, the certificate par value 1204 stored in the database 1200 is compensated after repayment and compared with the value printed on the certificate. The discrepancy between the stored value and the printed value will indicate that the printed certificate is counterfeit.

Another form of upsell is horse racing, contests, lotteries, and so on. In some embodiments, the prize received for winning the game depends on the rounding value of the game participation. For example, the prize received for winning the game is proportional to the rounding value paid for participating in the game. In this embodiment the prize collected by winning the game is larger than the rounding value. In other embodiments, the probability of winning may be even larger than the rounding value. For example, a game where a customer paid $ 1.50 to participate in 75 The chance of winning may be doubled than the game in which the game was paid.

Upon receiving an input prompt to select a game upsell in exchange for a rounding value, the POS terminal generates a unique identifier to confirm game participation. Unique identifiers and rounded values are stored in the game database of identifiers and rounded values. If a game entry is determined, the game database provides a rounding value corresponding to the entry and determines the prize.

The game database may be a database maintained at the POS terminal and stored in storage 1022 (FIG. 13A). In another embodiment described in FIG. 22, the game database may be in a local lottery database system 1220 that is connected to POS terminals 1222 and 1223 via a communication link 1224. Although two POS terminals are shown in FIG. 22 for clarity, more POS terminals may be connected to the local lottery database system 1220.

The local lottery database system 1220 is a controller installed in the store to control the lottery processing that is usually performed at the POS terminal of the store. The system 1220 collects and stores lottery processing (such as lottery upcells) performed at a POS terminal of a store. This central control of the lottery process allows many POS terminals to receive upsells that allow customers to participate in simple lotteries, contests and other games.

The local lottery database system 1220 is configured with a microprocessor 1226 that controls other components described below. Microprocessor 1226 communicates with cryptographic processor 1228 to verify lottery processing and with random number generator 1230 to generate a 'quick-pick' lottery number for each game entry. The storage device 1232 is in communication with the microprocessor 1226, i) information to the POS terminal connected to the identifier and the game database 1234 of the rounded value, and ii) the local lottery database system 1220. The POS terminal controller database 1236, which holds information such as the unique identifier of the terminal and the specific lottery processing of each terminal, stores the winning number and stores the winning lottery number database 1238 displaying the winning list.

In each embodiment of the present invention, the customer selects and receives an upsell. However, as described below, a customer may prefer to have his upsell delivered to another customer ('donation') by having another customer receive it at the next POS terminal. For example, another customer may visit the POS terminal and pay for the item, as described above, and in particular, visit the POS terminal to receive a donated upsell.

FIG. 23 illustrates a customer database 1260 which is another embodiment of a customer database 1110 (FIG. 17) stored in storage 1022. The customer database 1260 includes a unique customer identifier 1262 and also includes customer specific information such as the name 1264, address 1266, phone number 1268, and product preference 1270, as previously described. . In addition, the customer database 1260 includes a linked customer identifier 1272 that confirms when there is another person to whom the customer's upsell is donated.

For example, using the functionality of the customer database 1260, the customer can check whether the person he knows receives the upsell he obtained. The customer database 1260 also includes an upsell 1274 to be paid to the customer, such as previously obtained upsells or upsells from others, and an upsell expiration date 1275 that indicates the last day to receive upsells to be paid. It includes.

Using the example data shown in database 1260 of FIG. 23, the first customer identifier 1276 in record 1277 verifies the customer name 'Bill Smith', and the identifier 1278 in the linked customer identifier 1272. ) To identify the corresponding linked customer. This linked customer identifier 1278 corresponds to a customer identifier 1280 confirming the customer 'Jill Smith'. Therefore, after Jill Smith is confirmed, he will receive an upsell donated by Bill Smith.

Upsell 1282 to be paid is associated with customer identifier 1280 of record 1281 (Jill Smith). Upsell 1282 to be paid is provided based on Bill Smith's purchase and will be received when Jill Smith visits the POS terminal. The upsell identifier 'A' of item 1274 may, for example, consist of small soda. Thus, Linked Customers allows customers to deliver their own upsells and even purchases, increasing both customer satisfaction and customer engagement.

A customer may prefer to donate his upsell to one (or more) of many customers, such as a large number of family members or a family list requiring predetermined help, rather than to any specified customer. In such an embodiment, the donating customer may first designate a related group of linked customer identifiers 1272. Alternatively, the customer may have the store select a group of customers. Any one (or more) in this group is selected as the recipient of the upcell at the POS terminal.

24A and 24B, there is shown a process 1300 in which automated upsell processing is performed for a customer with a loyalty card. A customer who wishes to register a loyalty card where customer preferences are stored provides personal information such as name, address and / or phone number to the POS operator or other person responsible for the data listing (step 1302). This personal information is then stored in a record of the customer database (step 1304). Such records are illustrated in records 1276 and 1281 of customer database 1260 of FIG.

The customer chooses whether he would normally receive an upsell instead of a change (step 1306). If so, the choices available as upsell are presented to the customer (step 1308). The customer selects any of the displayed upsells he wishes to receive (step 1310), and the selected upsell is stored in the preference item 1270 of his customer card.

The customer may also choose to donate his upsell to a 'linked customer' who has a loyalty card (step 1314). If so, the customer provides information indicating the linked customer, such as the linked customer's name, address and / or transaction number (step 1316). The customer may select a number of linked customers to receive the donated upsell. The information is queried (step 1318) to confirm that the linked customer is identified from the exact information provided, and this information is stored in the customer database record. If necessary, additional customer records are made for the second customer and the next customer (s).

The upsell that can be donated to the second customer is displayed to the customer (step 1320). The customer selects any of the displayed upcells that they wish to deliver normally (step 1322), and the selected upcell is stored in the customer record (step 1324). Finally, the customer card is issued to the customer, where the POS terminal checks the customer record (step 1326).

Referring to FIG. 25, a method 1340 of adjusting a preference of a previously selected customer to a current POS terminal visit begins with determining whether to use a loyalty card (step 1342). For example, such a decision may be made in response to a signal from a card reader, indicating that the card has been 'swiped' into the reader. If the loyalty card is not used, the upsell is determined as described above (step 1344) and the upsell (if selected) is provided in place of the change (step 1346).

If a loyalty card is used, the customer database is searched to determine if the customer has a preferred upsell (step 1348). If there is a preferred upcell, that upcell is selected (step 1350). The customer database is also searched to determine if the customer has set up another customer to receive the donated upsell (step 1352). If so, the identifier of the selected upsell is stored in the transaction account of that other customer (step 1354), indicating that the customer can receive the selected upsell. In another embodiment, the other customer may receive a donated product rather than an upsell, such as an item purchased at a 'list' price.

Referring to FIG. 26, a method 1370 is described where a second customer receives a donated upsell. At the POS terminal, the second customer scrapes his loyalty card to the reader (step 1372) and checks the record in the customer database providing information about his preferences and upsell provided to him. The customer record is retrieved to determine if the upsell has been donated to a second customer (step 1374). If not, the second customer completes the previously described process at the POS terminal (step 1376). If the upsell is donated, the second customer is informed, the upsell is provided (step 1378) and the donated upsell is erased from the second customer's record. A transaction-specific upsell may be provided in addition to the donated upcell depending on the change of the second customer.

As described above, the upcell may have a corresponding extinction date upon which the upcell cannot be repaid. For example, an upsell may be delivered only when a second customer receives an upsell donated prior to a given day through the method 1370. The expiration date of the donated upcell is particularly advantageous for stores that can increase incentives by providing incentives to visit stores with POS terminals before the upcell is destroyed. Breakage also benefits the store.

In many of the embodiments presented herein, the method and apparatus of the present invention are described in detail with respect to a single device operating at a POS terminal, such as a cash register. However, as also described above, the functionality of the present invention may be implemented by multiple devices that share the functionality described above, such as the multiple configuration system described in FIG. 13B.

Thus, FIG. 27 illustrates a method 1390 of determining an upsell at a POS terminal in accordance with the embodiment of FIG. 13B. This method 1390 may be performed, for example, by a combination of a cash register and a processing system operating at an electronic transaction service or credit card exchange. The cash register calculates the purchase price and sends it to the processing system (step 1392).

The processing system calculates the rounded price (step 1394) and calculates the rounded value accordingly (step 1396). As described, the processing system identifies the upcell to be provided to the customer (step 1398). When the customer selects an upsell (step 1400), the payment request amount is set manually or automatically to the cash register at a rounded price in connection with the processing system (step 1402).

Those skilled in the art will appreciate that many systems may be provided in which the functionality of the present invention is shared among various hardware and / or software.

While the present invention has been described with respect to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art will understand that various alternatives to the described embodiments are possible without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. For example, various forms of upsell that are not discussed in detail herein may be considered in the present invention. One such upsell is the 'scoring system' that can be redeemed, such as store credit transactions, phone calls, Internet access, and TV events. In addition to the need for a cashier, various types of POS terminals can be considered in the present invention.

According to the present invention, a business may be obtained by obtaining a lottery ticket and allocating a portion thereof to a customer. Dividends of the winnings of the lottery, ie dividends of the prizes according to the allocated portion of the lottery, are provided to the customer. For example, if a customer receives a $ 0.34 portion of a $ 2.00 lottery, he or she will receive 17% of the winnings from the lottery ($ 0.34 / $ 2.00 = 17%). The stakes in the lottery can be expressed in amounts like $ 0.34 or in percentages like 17%.

In general, it would be a business to obtain multiple lotteries and assign a portion of the lottery to the required customers. Prizes from multiple lotteries are awarded to the customer, and then the dividend of the prize is paid to the customer based on the allocated percentage. Since the business only needs to purchase a conventional lottery ticket, it is possible to facilitate the processing of the partial lottery ticket without having to make a big change in the existing lottery agency practice.

The percentage of lotteries assigned to the customer may be based on the amount of change money paid in connection with the processing at the POS terminal. This is advantageous because many customers will welcome instead of receiving change. Moreover, having a higher price, such as a partial lottery instead of change, can be a big attraction for your customers.

Referring to FIG. 28, a network 2008 is composed of a store controller 2010 connected to a lottery server 2012 and a POS terminal 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020. The POS terminals 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020 usually initiate and / or complete partial lottery processing as a cash register or other terminal. Although four POS terminals are shown in FIG. 28, any number of terminals may be connected to the store controller 2010. The POS terminals 2014, 2016, 2018, and 2020 may be located in different stores of the same store, chain stores, or different locations.

The store controller 2010 instructs the operation of the store data and transmits the data to the POS terminals 2014, 2016, 2018, and 2020. The store controller 2010 may itself be a POS terminal or another computer device capable of communicating with one or more POS terminals. The lottery server 2012 is generally controlled by the government lottery agency and responds to the request of the store controller 2010. For example, the lottery server 2012 may issue a lottery ticket at the request of the store controller 2010 and provide a winning number on a lottery date.

Referring to FIG. 29, the store controller 2010 of FIG. 28 is comprised of a processor 2022, such as one or more conventional microprocessors. The processor 2022 is in communication with a data storage device 2024, such as a suitable combination of magnetic, optical and / or semiconductor memory. The processor 2022 and the data storage device 2024 may each be located entirely within a single computer or other computer device; Ii) are connected to each other by telecommunication links such as serial port cables, telephone lines or high frequency transmitters; Iii) iii) and ii) may be mixed. For example, store controller 2010 may be comprised of one or more computers connected to a remote server computer that maintains a database.

The data storage device 2024 stores a program 2026 for controlling the processor 2022. The processor 2022 performs instructions of the program 2026 and operates according to the present invention, in particular according to the method described below. Program 2026 also includes essential program elements such as a 'device driver' that allows the operating system and processor 2022 to interface with computer peripherals. Appropriate device drivers and other necessary program elements are known to those skilled in the art and need not be described in detail herein.

Storage device 2024 may also comprise i) a lottery supply database 2030; Ii) treatment database 2032; Iii) partial lottery database 2034; Viii) a winning lottery database 2036; I) Store the loyal customer database 2038. Databases 2030, 2032, 2034, 2036, and 2038 are described in detail below, and exemplary lists are shown in the corresponding figures. As will be appreciated by those skilled in the art, the schematic description and accompanying description of the databases presented herein are exemplary arrangements of stored information. Many other arrangements may be introduced besides those shown in the table. Similarly, the described list represents exemplary information, and those skilled in the art will appreciate that the number and content of the lists may differ from those described herein.

Referring to FIG. 30, a typical description of the POS terminal 2040 describes the POS terminals 2014, 2016, 2018, and 2020 of FIG. 28. POS terminal 2040 consists of a processor 2042, such as one or more conventional microprocessors. Processor 2042 is in communication with data storage 2044, such as a suitable combination of magnetic, optical, and / or semiconductor memory. The processor 2042 and the data storage device 2044 are each located entirely within a single computer or other computer device; Ii) are connected to each other by telecommunication links such as serial port cables, telephone lines or high frequency transmitters; Iii) iii) and ii) may be mixed. For example, POS terminal 2040 may be comprised of one or more computers connected to a remote server computer that maintains a database.

Input device 2046, printer 2048, and display device 2050 are each in communication with processor 2042. The input device 2046 is preferably configured with a keypad to send an input signal, such as a signal indicative of a purchase, to the processor 2042. The input device 2046 also consists of an optical barcode scanner for reading the barcode and sending a signal representing the barcode to the processor 2042. The printer 2048 is for registration mark on paper or other material, and prints a partial lottery in accordance with an instruction of the processor 2042. The display device 2050 is preferably a video monitor capable of displaying at least alphanumeric characteristics to customers and / or cashiers. Many types of input devices, printers, and display devices are known to those skilled in the art and need not be discussed in detail here.

The storage device 2044 stores a POS terminal program 2052 controlling the processor 2042. The processor 2042 performs instructions of the program 2052 and operates according to the present invention, in particular according to the method described below. The POS terminal program 2052 is also a necessary program, such as a 'device driver' that allows the operating system and the processor 2042 to interface with computer peripherals such as the input device 2046, the printer 2048, and the display device 2050. Contains an element. Appropriate device drivers and other necessary program elements are known to those skilled in the art and need not be described in detail herein.

FIG. 31 illustrates another embodiment of a POS terminal 2058 describing the POS terminal 2014, 2016, 2018, and 2020 of FIG. The controller 2060 communicates with a system 2064 that prints partial lotteries, receipts and / or coupons, etc. via communication medium 2062. The controller 2060 is comprised of a processor 2066 capable of communicating with an input device 2046 (FIG. 30) and a display device 2050 (FIG. 30). The print system 2064 consists of a processor 2068 in communication with a storage device 2044 (FIG. 30) and a printer 2048 (FIG. 30). In this embodiment, the control device 2060 may be a cash register, and the system 2064 may be an electronic device that prints a ticket according to data received from the cash register. Other configurations of the POS terminal 2040 may be understood by those skilled in the art.

The following descriptions are classified as follows: lottery allocation rate, acquisition of additional lottery tickets and redemption of lottery rates.

Lottery Allocation Rate

Referring to FIG. 32, the lottery supply database 2030 of FIG. 29 includes rows 2080, 2082, 2084, 2086, and 2088, and each represents an item of the lottery supply database 2030. Each item defines the allocated lottery ticket, and the allocation rate of the lottery ticket is included in the partial lottery ticket. In particular, each item may include: i) a lottery identifier 2090 that uniquely identifies an item, such as a serial number or part of a serial number of the lottery; Ii) a draw date 2092 indicating when the winning lottery number is announced; V) lottery number 2094; V) unassigned percentage of the lottery (2096); Iii) a lottery price 2098 indicating the sum of the unallocated rate 2096 and the allocated rate. For either item, the unallocated rate 2096 and the lottery price 2098 are used to determine how many lotteries are allocated. For example, referring to item 2084 of the lottery price of $ 1.00, $ 0.23 is unallocated. Therefore, $ 0.77 ($ 1.00-$ 0.23) is allocated. The total remaining unallocated amount 2100 represents the sum of the unallocated rates of all lotteries. Given the example data of FIG. 32, the total residual unallocated amount 2100 is $ 1.54 ($ 0.12 + $ 0.31 + $ 0.23 + $ 0.78 + $ 0.10 = $ 1.54).

Referring to FIG. 33, exemplary data of the lottery supply database 2030 (FIGS. 29 and 32) are shown before and after the lottery rate is assigned. Table 2110 shows the lottery supply database 2030 before processing replaced by the rounding price 2130. Table 2120 shows the lottery supply database 2030 after the processing represented by the rounding price 2130. Rounding price 2130 has a value of $ 0.35 and corresponds to a process in which the customer exchanges for a partial lottery instead of the change he should receive. The customer gets a percentage of the lottery, which is based on the $ 0.35 amount.

As described above, each item shown in table 2110 corresponds to one lottery. Except for item 2135, the amount of $ 0.35 is much larger than the unassigned percentage of each item. In contrast, item 2135 has an unassigned rate of $ 0.78, so it is assigned a rate of $ 0.35 of that lottery. Thus, if the lottery corresponding to item 2135 is selected, a ratio of $ 0.35 is assigned to create a new partial lottery.

Item 2135 represents the lottery '1234563' before the rate of $ 0.35 was allocated. Item 2140 in table 2120 represents the lottery '1234563' after the rate of $ 0.35 is assigned. Item 2140 has an unassigned rate of $ 0.43, a $ 0.35 reduction from the original unassigned rate of $ 0.78. Similarly, the total residual unallocated amount (of all lotteries) 2100 (of all lotteries) before the treatment represented by rounded price 2130 is $ 1.54. After treatment, the total residual unallocated amount (2100) is $ 1.19, which is a $ 0.35 reduction from $ 1.54.

Referring to FIG. 34, the processing database 2032 of FIG. 29 includes rows 2150, 2152, 2154, 2156, and 2158, each representing an item of the processing database 2032. Each item defines a process initialized by the POS terminal. In particular, each item has a process number 2160 that uniquely identifies the process iii); Ii) a POS terminal identifier 2162 uniquely identifying the POS terminal for initiating the process; Iii) purchase price 2164; Iii) a rounding multiple 2165 used to indicate the amount to which the purchase price is rounded up; Iii) a rounded value 2166, which is the amount used to purchase the partial lottery ticket; Iii) an indication 2168 of whether the provision of the partial lottery has been accepted; Iii) a regular customer number 2170 identifying the customer using the loyalty card for processing; Viii data 2217; Iii) a partial lottery identifier 2174 that confirms the partial lottery provided in exchange for the rounding value.

Rounding value 2166 is the amount used to purchase the partial lottery ticket. In some embodiments rounding value 2166 is equal to the allocation rate of the lottery. For example, a customer may have a $ 0.62 (rounded up) change from purchase, and use it to get a $ 0.62 percentage of the lottery. However, the amount used to purchase a partial lottery does not have to be equal to the allocation rate of that lottery. In some embodiments, the allocation percentage of the lottery is based on the amount of money that is rounded up (or rounded up). For example, a customer may change $ 0.62 from a purchase and use it to earn a partial lottery ticket. The partial lottery may be based on the allocated $ 0.60 ratio of the lottery ($ 0.62 rounded up in nickel). Of course, the amount may be rounded up in other multiples, such as dimes, quarters, and dollars, and the rounded amount will define the allocation percentage of the lottery. The difference between the change and the rounded amount that is the basis for the partial lottery may be earned by the partial lottery seller as a service fee.

The allocation rate of the lottery may still be based on a large amount of money. For example, the allocation rate may be twice the amount. It may be advantageous to provide double the above allocation ratio if the customer purchases a certain product or uses a loyalty card. For example, if a customer has $ 0.62 in change and purchases a particular manufacturer's product, the customer receives a partial lottery based on an allocated $ 1.24 (double of $ 0.62) ratio of one or more lotteries instead of his change.

Referring to Fig. 35, Tables 2180 and 2190 show the records of the partial lottery database 2034 (Fig. 29). In general, partial lottery database 2034 contains a number of records, such as those shown in Tables 2180 and 2190. Each of the records of the partial lottery database 2034 defines one partial lottery, and each partial lottery includes an allocation ratio of one or more lotteries.

The record shown in Table 180 defines a partial lottery identified by identifier 2185 (identifier '1001'). Table 2180 includes an item 2187 which defines the lottery rate included in the partial lottery ticket '1001'. Item 2187 is i) a lottery verifier 2182 that uniquely verifies the lottery; Ii) a ratio 2184 indicating a lottery ratio included in the partial lottery ticket '1001'.

Similarly, the record shown in Table 2190 defines a partial lottery identified by identifier 2195 (identifier '1003'). Table 2190 includes items 2197 and 2198, each item comprising iii) a lottery identifier 2192; Ii) a ratio 2194. Since partial lottery '1003' includes a ratio from one or more lotteries, the partial lottery '1003' may lump together to contain a quota that exceeds the maximum price of one lottery.

As described above, the partial lottery includes a ratio of one or more lotteries. In some embodiments, the lottery is not selected by the customer, but instead is automatically selected by the POS terminal or the store controller 2010 (FIG. 28). In some embodiments, the lottery ticket is selected from a plurality of lottery tickets in the lottery supply database 2030 (FIG. 29). The lottery can be selected in a variety of ways. For example, a lottery ticket having an unassigned percentage of at least an amount may be selected. Similarly, a lottery set may be determined in which each lottery has an unassigned rate of at least an amount. From this lottery set, the lottery having the minimum unassigned ratio is selected. The following discussion further clarifies this lottery selection method.

Referring to FIG. 36, Table 2200 describes exemplary data of the lottery supply database 2030 (FIGS. 29 and 32). Table 2200 includes items 2202, 2204, 2206, and 2208. The rounded value 2220 has a value of $ 0.60 and corresponds to a process in which the customer exchanges for a partial lottery instead of the change he should receive. The customer gets a percentage of the lottery, which is based on the $ 0.60 amount. To select the lottery to which the percentage will be assigned, store controller 2010 determines a lottery set having an unallocated rate of at least $ 0.60. This set includes items 2204, 2206, and 2208. From this set, the lottery with the lowest unassigned rate is selected. Item 2208, of items 2204, 2206, and 2208, has a minimum unassigned rate of $ 0.61. Thus, the lottery corresponding to item 2208 is selected and a $ 0.60 ratio is allocated from the lottery.

In another embodiment, the customer can select the lottery number manually at the processing time or via a number stored on the loyalty card. One or more lotteries containing such lottery numbers may be obtained (e.g., by electronic request to lottery server 2012), added to lottery supply database 2030 (FIG. 29), and one or more lottery rates may be added to the customer. This purchased partial lottery can be included. Such an embodiment may allow a customer to obtain a partial lottery with his favorite or lucky number.

Once the partial lottery is determined, the POS terminal prints a ticket indicating the partial lottery, for example a receipt, to the customer. The printed ticket is used as proof that the customer is entitled to the indicated percentage of any award that will be earned by the displayed lottery. The printed ticket includes an encryption code based on the corresponding iii) partial lottery identifier, ii) lottery number, iii) allocation rate, iii) processing identifier and iii) a combination thereof. The encryption code is used to verify that the printed ticket has not changed. Encryption technology is described in Bruce Schneier's 1996 Applied Criptography: Protocols, Algorithms and Source Code in C, Second Edition. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the encryption code will be determined by the cryptographic algorithm so that it will be nearly impossible for a counterfeit to generate a valid code, as well as the code that indicates the winning lottery.

The printed ticket may also include a contract statement, such as a clause that transfers rights and entitlements to the customer at the indicated percentage of winnings earned by the displayed lottery. In addition, as will be appreciated by those skilled in the art, details such as the date of draw and the date of expiry of the partial lottery may be further included in the printed ticket. It may be more desirable to print some or all of the above information with a barcode to facilitate the listing of information using a scanner.

Referring to Fig. 37, the method 2240 for allocating a ratio of lotteries is initialized by determining the amount of money (step 2242). For example, the POS terminal may calculate the amount of change and round up the amount in dimes. The POS terminal sends the rounded amount to the store controller, which determines the amount corresponding to this rounded value. The store controller then assigns a lottery rate, which is based on the amount (step 2244). The store controller then calculates i) a lottery confirmer confirming the lottery and ii) a rate confirmer confirming the assigned rate of the lottery (step 2246). For example, the store controller typically sends a lottery identifier and a rate identifier to the POS terminal, and the POS terminal prints the partial lottery based on the transmitted identifier. The store controller also stores the lottery identifier and rate identifier in, for example, partial lottery database 2034 (FIG. 29).

Acquisition of Additional Lottery

As described above, the ratio of the lottery ticket is allocated from the lottery supply amount. After allocation, it is possible for the lottery to have an unassigned rate of $ 0.00. In other words, the entire lottery is allocated and no further percentage of the lottery remains assigned.

It is also possible that after allocation, no single lottery ticket has an unassigned ratio sufficient to satisfy the specific needs (or expected needs) of the partial lottery. For example, an attempt is made to allocate a $ 0.35 rate of lottery, and no lottery shown in lottery supply database 2030 (FIG. 29) has an unassigned rate of more than $ 0.35. In such a situation, it is possible to assign a ratio from multiple lotteries so that the combined ratio equals $ 0.35. However, it is preferable to assign the ratio from a single lottery rather than a plurality. For example, it is easier for a customer to look up a set of lottery numbers rather than a plurality of lottery sets.

Therefore, it is advantageous to obtain additional lottery tickets for the supply amount of the lottery tickets. In particular, it is advantageous to obtain an additional lottery ticket before the lottery is needed so as not to cause excessive delay in processing. Additional lottery tickets may be obtained in a predetermined amount to reduce the time for obtaining the lottery ticket. For example, you may get 30 lotteries at a time. The predetermined amount may also depend on criteria such as the number of POS terminals in use. Additional lotteries can also be obtained by purchasing a 'quick pick' lottery (a lottery with a randomly selected lottery number) from a government lottery in a known manner.

In one embodiment, store controller 2010 (FIG. 28) counts the number of lotteries with an unassigned rate above the initially determined criterion. For example, the store controller 2010 may count the number of lotteries with an unassigned rate of $ 0.50 or more. This number is compared with the second determined criterion, and if this number is less than the second determined criterion, one or more additional lotteries are obtained. For example, if there are less than 10 lotteries with an unallocated rate of $ 0.50, additional lotteries are obtained.

In another embodiment, store controller 2010 (FIG. 28) counts the number of lotteries with an unassigned rate above the requested rate. For example, a POS terminal may request a $ 0.40 partial lottery ticket from a store controller. The store controller 2010 may then count the number of lotteries with an unassigned rate of $ 0.40 or more. This number is compared with a predetermined criterion, and if this number is less than the predetermined criterion, one or more additional lotteries are obtained. For example, if there are less than eight lotteries with an unallocated rate of $ 0.40, additional lotteries are obtained.

In another embodiment, store controller 2010 (FIG. 28) calculates the sum of the unassigned percentages of all lotteries. If the sum is below a predetermined value, additional lottery tickets are obtained. For example, if the total remaining unallocated amount is less than $ 10.00, you get 30 lottery bundles.

Rate repayment of the lottery

In a business or work that obtains and maintains a supply of lottery tickets, each lottery may be checked and a decision may be made as to whether or not it is a winning lottery. In doing so, the business preferably repays the winning lottery as soon as possible, and the prize can be used to pay the customer with the partial lottery. The winning lottery number may be entered into the store controller 2010 (FIG. 28) manually when valid. Ideally, the store controller 2010 will receive a winning number on each lottery day from the lottery server 2012 (FIG. 28). The store controller may store this winning lottery number in the winning lottery database 2036 (FIG. 29).

Referring to FIG. 38, the winning lottery database 2036 includes items 2260, 2262, and 2264, each of which defines a winning lottery number. Each item includes (i) the date of the draw (2266), ii) the winning lottery number (2268) and (v) the prize (2270). The winning lottery database 2036 must include an item of all draw dates of the valid and redeemable partial lottery. For example, if a partial lottery can be redeemed up to one year after the date of the draw, the items for each draw date at least one year in advance must be stored. Prize 2270 may be, for example, a prize that coincides with all winning numbers. More prizes may be specific to each item. For example, a prize where five out of six winning numbers match may also be specified for each item.

If a lottery ticket number is entered into the store controller 2010 on the draw date, the store controller 2010 may only store it in the winning lottery database 2036 and may be accessed when the partial lottery is redeemed by the customer. However, the store controller 2010 may also determine which partial lottery includes the percentage of the winning lottery. The corresponding record in the winning lottery database 2036 may then be changed to indicate that the partial lottery contains a percentage of the winning lottery. You can also notify the customer if the partial lottery is purchased with a loyalty card.

Referring to FIG. 39, the loyalty customer database 2038 includes items 2280, 2282, and 2284, each defining a loyalty customer (a customer using a loyalty customer card). In particular, each item includes: i) a regular customer number 2288 that uniquely identifies the regular customer; Ii) the address of the regular customer (2290); Iii) the telephone number 2292 of the regular customer; Vi) the name of the loyal customer (2294); Vi) an email address 2296 of the regular customer. This stored information can be used to notify regular customers by mail, telephone, e-mail or other preferred means of notification. It may also be notified at the POS terminal when the loyalty customer later uses the loyalty card. Providing an additional benefit of notification to a loyal customer is advantageous because it can stimulate customers to become loyal customers. As a result, these customers are in constant contact with the relevant sales.

In order to redeem the partial lottery, it is desirable for the customer to present a printed ticket showing that he is willing to receive the indicated share of prize money. The printed ticket is verified that it is valid and has not been changed. For example, if the printed ticket is valid, the partial lottery identifier written to the printed ticket displays a record of the partial lottery database. This record then displays the corresponding information of the printed ticket. The encryption code is also verified.

Referring to Fig. 40, the repayment method 2300 of the partial lottery is initialized by receiving i) a lottery confirmer confirming the lottery and ii) a rate confirmer confirming the allocation ratio of the lottery (step 2302). Such an identifier may be received by manually entering one or more identifiers into the POS terminal, from which the identifier is sent to the store controller 2010 (FIG. 28). Alternatively, the barcode scanner of the POS terminal may read the barcode of the printed ticket and send it to the store controller 2010 (FIG. 28). The entered identifier or barcode may indicate a partial lottery identifier, which is used to mitigate the lottery identifier and rate identifier from the partial lottery database 2034 (FIG. 29). In this way, the store controller receives the lottery identifier and the rate identifier.

Once the verifier is received, one or more lotteries and their allocation ratios are identified and the winning amount of the lottery is determined (step 2304). As described above, the prize amount may be determined by comparing the lottery number with the winning number stored in the winning lottery database 2036 (FIG. 29). As also described above, the percentage of prize money awarded to the customer is determined by the percentage of allocation of the lottery. The percentage of this prize money is usually given to the customer by cashing in the cash register or by filling in or printing into the customer's account (step 2306).

The winning lottery may have an unallocated ratio greater than zero. Such a lottery may have a percentage of the prize money that is not paid to the customer. These ratios are reserved for business and can be used to spend various customer incentives. For example, the percentage of winnings held may be returned to the customer in the form of a partial lottery (eg, a partial lottery purchase of $ 0.50 in change of $ 0.05).

You can also withhold your winnings by providing a percentage of the winnings in the winning lottery. For example, a customer may only be given a portion of a 'jackpot' prize (eg, matching all six winning numbers). Other prizes may also be put on hold for business purposes. Of course, such restrictions are usually explained to customers through information printed in advertisements and partial lotteries.

While the invention has been described in terms of the best embodiments, those skilled in the art will recognize that various alternatives may be made to the embodiments described herein without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. For example, the present invention can be adapted to many types of games in addition to winning prizes. In some embodiments, data stored in a store controller may be stored among POS terminals. Similarly, the functions performed by the store controller may be performed by the POS terminals, and vice versa.

It provides a method and apparatus in which an upsell to be provided to a customer is determined from a customer's purchase item by a predefined relationship. The relationship between the purchase item and the upsell may be conceptually described by a table containing the item and the upsell. This table describes the corresponding database, which in turn defines the upsells that will be provided when a customer's purchase constitutes a particular item.

Embodiments based on the table are particularly easy for most store managers to understand. For example, a manager of a fast food restaurant may want to know what upsells can be offered to customers who order hamburgers and small French fries. The manager may search the table to find items corresponding to hamburgers and small French fries, and determine the corresponding upsell from those items.

Embodiments based on the table are also easy for most store managers to adjust as needed. For example, a manager may decide to have a certain number of customers ordering hamburgers and small French fries looking for dessert. The manager may adjust the table (representing the database) to include an item that defines a dessert upsell for purchases making up hamburgers and small French fries.

The upsell is exchanged for extra change, so not all customers pay the same price for the same upsell. For example, if the customer made the first $ 4.64 purchase, he could provide a specific upsell instead of paying a rounded price of $ 5.00 (rounded up to $ 4.64). Therefore, the customer pays $ 0.36 for upsell. However, other customers who have purchased $ 4.72 may receive the same upsell of $ 5.00 (rounded up to $ 4.72). The customer will pay $ 0.28 for the same upsell. Thus, an upsell is not simply a product on sale, a product that is a fixed price for all customers. Rather, upsells can be purchased for every customer at a different price (the price needed to round up the purchase price).

Referring to FIG. 41, POS terminal 3010 is comprised of a processor 3012, such as one or more conventional processors. The processor 3012 is in communication with a data storage 3014 such as a suitable combination of magnetic, optical and / or semiconductor memory. Processor 3012 and data storage 3014 are each located entirely within a single computer or other computer device; Ii) are connected to each other by telecommunication links such as serial port cables, telephone lines or high frequency transmitters; Iii) iii) and ii) may be mixed. For example, POS terminal 3010 may consist of one or more computers connected to a remote server computer that maintains a database.

The input device 3016, the printer 3018, and the display device 3020 communicate with the processor 3012, respectively. The input device 3016 is preferably configured with a keypad for transmitting an input signal, such as a signal indicating purchase, to the processor 3012. The input device 3016 also consists of an optical barcode scanner for reading the barcode and sending a signal representing the barcode to the processor 3012. The printer 3018 is for registration marks on paper or other material, and prints a receipt according to the instructions of the processor 3012. The display device 3020 is preferably a video monitor capable of displaying at least alphanumeric characteristics to the customer and / or cashier operating the POS terminal. Many types of input devices, printers, and display devices are known to those skilled in the art and need not be discussed in detail here.

The storage device 3014 stores a POS terminal program 3022 controlling the processor 3012. The processor 3012 performs instructions of the program 3022, which operates according to the present invention, in particular according to the method described below. The POS terminal program 3022 is also a necessary program, such as a 'device driver' that allows the operating system and the processor 2012 to interface with computer peripherals such as the input device 3016, the printer 3018, and the display device 3020. Contains an element. Appropriate device drivers and other necessary program elements are known to those skilled in the art and need not be described in detail herein.

Storage 3014 also includes a stock database 3024; Ii) a possible upcell database 3026; Iv) store upsell serving database 3028 and accepting serving database 3030. Databases 3024, 3026, 3028, and 3030 are described in detail below, and exemplary lists are shown in the corresponding figures. As will be appreciated by those skilled in the art, the schematic description and accompanying description of the databases presented herein are exemplary arrangements of stored information. Many other arrangements may be introduced besides those shown in the table. Similarly, the described list represents exemplary information, and those skilled in the art will appreciate that the number and content of the lists may differ from those described herein.

Referring to FIG. 42, as another embodiment, the POS terminal 3040 includes a control device 3040 that communicates with a system 3046 that prints receipts and / or coupons via a communication medium 3044. The controller 3040 is comprised of a processor 3048 in communication with an input device 3016 (FIG. 41) and a display device 3020 (FIG. 41). The printing system 3046 is comprised of a processor 3050 in communication with a storage device 3014 (FIG. 41) and a printer 3018 (FIG. 41). In this embodiment, the control device 3040 may be a cash register, and the printing system 3046 may be an electronic device that prints a coupon according to data transmitted from the cash register. Those skilled in the art will also appreciate other arrangements of POS terminals.

Referring to FIG. 43, the inventory database 3024 of FIG. 41 includes items 3100, 3102, 3104, 3106, 3108, 3112, and 3114, each defining an item that can be purchased. Each item includes: i) an item identifier 3116 that uniquely identifies the item; Ii) item content 3118; Iii) the item price 3120; Iii) item cost 3122. For each item, the item price 3120 indicates the price that the customer normally pays for that item, and the item cost 3122 indicates the item item cost in business. Thus, item cost 3122 may be, for example, the price that the business pays for the item itself. In some embodiments, inventory database 3024 may also include an indication of the amount useful for each item.

Referring to FIG. 44, the possible upsell database 3026 of FIG. 41 includes items 3140, 3142, 3144, and 3146, each defining an upcell that is provided to a customer in exchange for change. Each item includes: i) an upcell identifier 3148 that uniquely identifies the upcell; And ii) upcell content 3150.

Referring to FIG. 45, a table 3155 describing one embodiment of an upsell providing database 3028 (FIG. 41) is shown. Table 3155 includes items 3160, 3162, 3164, 3166, 3168, and 3170, each of which defines upsells paid when a customer's purchase constitutes a particular item. Each item includes i) an item 3172 included in the purchase; And ii) upcell 3174 to be provided. For example, if the purchase consists of small French fries and large cola, the item indicates that an upsell 'D' is provided. As described in item 3146 of the possible upsell database 3026 of FIG. 44, upcell 'D' is to upgrade from a small French fry to a large French fry. Therefore, if the customer accepts the offer, he will receive a large French fries and a large coke.

The items included in a particular purchase may correspond to one or more items of the upsell providing database 3028. For example, a purchase of hamburgers and small French fries corresponds to items 3160 and 3162. If the purchase corresponds to more than one item, then one item is selected at random or as directed by the cashier, and the upsell corresponding to the item is provided to the customer. Alternatively, the customer may select an item to select an upcell corresponding to the selected item.

An entry in the upcell providing database 3028 may represent one or more upcells. For example, item 3166 indicates that customers who have purchased hamburgers, large coke, and small French fries are provided with upsells 'C' and 'D'. Similarly, item 3168 indicates that customers who have purchased hamburgers, large cola and medium French fries are provided with upcells 'C' and 'C' (two parts of upcells 'C'). Upcell 'C' is Apple Pie, as indicated in item 3144 of possible upsell database 3026 (FIG. 44). Therefore, if the customer accepts the offer, he will receive a hamburger, a large cola, a medium French fries and two apple pies.

The rounding price paid by the customer for both the item and the upsell can be determined by rounding the purchase price to a predetermined multiple, for example, a larger dollar. Alternatively, upsell provisioning database 3028 may indicate the rounding price directly or indirectly as described below.

Referring to FIG. 46, there is shown a table 3180 describing another embodiment of an upsell provisioning database 3028 (FIG. 45). Table 3180 includes items 3190, 3192, 3194, 3196, 3198, and 3200, each of which defines upsells paid when a customer's purchase constitutes a particular item. Each item includes: i) an item 3202 included in the purchase; Ii) upcell 3204 to be provided; And iii) a rounding price 3206 charged for upsells and items when the customer accepts the offer. For example, if the purchase consists of a hamburger, a large cola, and a large French fries, an upsell 'C' is provided and accepted according to item 3200, which then indicates that the customer is charged a rounded price of $ 5.00. The example rounded prices shown in FIG. 46 are each in multiples of one dollar, but the rounded prices may be multiples of any value, such as five dollars or twenty five cents.

Referring to FIG. 47, a table 3220 illustrates another embodiment of an upsell provisioning database 3028 (FIG. 45). Table 3220 includes items 3222, 3224, 3226, 3228, 3230, and 3232, each of which defines upsells paid when a customer's purchase constitutes a particular item. Each item includes i) an item 3234 included in the purchase; Ii) upsell 3336 to be provided; And iii) an upsell price 3238 added to the purchase price when the customer accepts the offer. When the upsell price is added to the purchase price, it is desirable that the final sum is rounded up, such as a multiple of one dollar.

Referring to FIG. 48, a table 3250 is depicted describing another embodiment of an upsell provisioning database 3028 (FIG. 45). Table 3250 includes items 3252, 3254, 3256, 3258, 3260, and 3262, each of which defines upsells paid when a customer's purchase constitutes a particular item. Each item includes i) an item 3264 included in the purchase; Ii) upsell 3268 to be provided; And iii) a rounding multiple 3268 indicating the amount to which the purchase price will be rounded up when the customer accepts the offer. The purchase price is thus determined and then rounded according to the rounding multiple to yield the rounding price. For example, items 3252, 3254, 3256, 3258, 3260, and 3262 each specify that the purchase price is rounded to the nearest dollar.

Referring to FIG. 49, a method 3280 of providing supplementary product sales at a POS terminal is initiated with the POS terminal receiving a purchase item (step 3282). In general, each item may have a barcode scanned with a barcode scanner, and the POS terminal receives a signal representing the items from the barcode scanner. Alternatively, a signal indicating items may be generated by pressing various keys of the input device 3016. The POS terminal then determines an upsell price based on the items (step 3284). To determine the upcell, the POS terminal may examine the upcell providing database 3028 (FIG. 41) to determine one or more records corresponding to the items and determine the corresponding upsell of those records.

The POS terminal determines the rounding price that the customer pays for the item and upsell (step 3286). As described above, the rounding price is determined by rounding the purchase price to a predetermined multiple, such as a larger dollar. In another embodiment, the rounding price is determined from an upsell serving database. In one embodiment, the rounding price may be determined based on the records of the upcell providing database. For example, as described in connection with FIG. 46, each item of the upsell provisioning database may include a rounding multiple, and the purchase price is rounded according to the rounding multiple to yield a rounding price. In another embodiment, as described with reference to FIG. 48, each item of the upsell-providing database may include an upsell price that is added to the purchase price to yield a rounded up price.

The customer is presented with a proposal to exchange the (purchase) item and upsell for the rounded price (step 3288). For example, the POS terminal may display the display of the upcell, such as the name of the upcell, on the display device 3020. If the customer accepts the offer, the payment request is set to the rounded price. The payment request amount is the amount to be paid in exchange for the product provided to the customer. From the payment request amount, processor 3012 (FIG. 41) may determine the total amount that the POS terminal should collect at the end of the day, for example. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the amount required for payment is usually stored in data storage 3014 and may consist of, for example, a single stored value or multiple stored values corresponding to the amount to be paid for one or more.

The customer responds to the offer, and the response is received at the POS terminal when the key of the input device 3014 is pressed or by other means known to those skilled in the art (step 3290). If the response indicates acceptance of the offer, the item and upsell are exchanged for a rounded price (step 3292). If desired, the POS terminal properly adjusts to store an indication of the useful amount of the item to reflect that the item and upsell have been sold. The POS terminal can also store the response to the offer for accounting and marketing analysis.

Applicants of the present invention recognize that supplemental processing performed by a POS terminal can result in a delay in completing customer processing, which delay may be acceptable under certain circumstances. For example, when there is very little to be dealt with, such a delay does not significantly affect related performance assessments such as hourly sales or hourly profits.

Thus, performing supplemental processing during a small operating period can increase profits by reducing or avoiding supplemental processing during a large operating period. This increased profit always exceeds that of the POS terminal in the case of performing supplementary processing or no supplementary processing at all.

In one embodiment of the present invention, the POS terminal measures at least one criterion, such as an operation rate of the terminal, and performs supplementary processing when the criterion is smaller than a predetermined limit. In another embodiment, the POS terminal measures the operation rate of the terminal, determines a provision plan according to the operation rate, and then provides supplementary products according to the plan. This provisioning plan can be specified so that time-consuming provisions (provided at 'low speed') are done during terminal operation periods, while fast provisions (provided at 'fast speed') are made during many terminal operation periods.

It is particularly desirable to provide a proposal for exchanging the extra change to be paid for the upcell, as described in parent application 08 / 920,116 described above. Accordingly, the present invention contemplates providing an upcell with a high performance rate. The present invention also contemplates providing other upcells in accordance with the provisioning plan.

Referring to FIG. 50, a POS terminal 4010, which may be IBM'4683 'or IBM'4693' manufactured by IBM, consists of a processor 4012 such as one or more conventional processors. Processor 4012 communicates with data storage 4014, such as a suitable combination of magnetic, optical, and / or semiconductor memory. Processor 4012 and data storage 4014 are each located entirely within a single computer or other computer device; Ii) are connected to each other by telecommunication links such as serial port cables, telephone lines or high frequency transmitters; Iii) iii) and ii) may be mixed. For example, POS terminal 4010 may be comprised of one or more computers connected to a remote server computer that maintains a database.

The input device 4016 is preferably configured with a keypad for transmitting an input signal, such as a signal indicating purchase, to the processor 4012. The printer 4018 is for registration mark on paper or other material, and prints a receipt, coupon certificate, etc. according to the instruction of the processor 4012. The display device 4020 is preferably a video monitor capable of displaying at least alphanumeric characteristics to customers and / or cashiers. Many types of input devices, printers, and display devices are known to those skilled in the art and need not be discussed in detail here. The input device 4016, the printer 4018, and the display device 4020 communicate with the processor 4012, respectively.

Sensor 4022 is also in communication with processor 4012. Sensor 4022 and processor 4012 may be used, for example, to measure the number of customers entering or exiting a store or the number of customers near a POS terminal. Many types of sensors are known and need not be discussed in detail here.

The storage device 4014 stores a POS terminal program 4024 that controls the processor 4012. Processor 4012 performs instructions of program 4024 and operates in accordance with the present invention, in particular in accordance with the method described below. The POS terminal program 4042 is also a necessary program, such as a 'device driver' that allows the operating system and the processor 4012 to interface with computer peripherals such as the input device 4016, the printer 4018, and the display device 4020. Contains an element. Appropriate device drivers and other necessary program elements are known to those skilled in the art and need not be described in detail herein.

51 illustrates another embodiment of the POS terminal 4010 of FIG. The control device 4028 is in communication with a system 4032 providing supplemental processing via the communication medium 4030. The controller 4028 is composed of an input device 4016 and a processor 4034 in communication with the display device 4020. The supplemental processing system 4032 consists of a processor 4036 in communication with the storage device 4014, the printer 4018, and the sensor 4022. In this embodiment, the control device 4028 may be a cash register, and the supplemental processing system 4032 may be an electronic device that prints a coupon in accordance with data transmitted from the cash register. Those skilled in the art will also appreciate other arrangements of the POS terminal 4010.

Referring to FIG. 52, a method 4040 for controlling performance of supplemental processing is initiated by the POS terminal 4010 of FIGS. 50 and 51, measuring one or more criteria, such as the operating rate of the POS terminal (step 4042). For example, the POS terminal 4010 can measure the number of completed transactions per hour (throughput rate), the number of items purchased through ten POS terminals per hour (item sales rate), or the number of upcells accepted by the customer per hour (upcell acceptance rate). Can be. The POS terminal 4010 may measure the number of customers such as the number of customers entering or exiting the store or the number of customers near the POS terminal through an input signal received from the sensor 4022. Many other types of measurements can be made at the POS terminal 4010.

The POS terminal 4010 then determines whether to perform supplemental processing, such as providing an upsell in exchange for change based on the measured operating rate or other criteria. In one embodiment, the POS terminal 4010 compares the operation rate with a predetermined limit value. This limit value is determined in various ways (step 4044). For example, the threshold may be a predetermined value (eg three treatments per minute) or a number of values (eg three treatments after 5 pm, two treatments per minute at other times). Those skilled in the art will appreciate that there are many ways to calculate the limit values in various ways, such as the time of day, any day of the week.

Once the limit value is determined, the operation rate is compared with the limit value (step 4046). The comparison determines if the operating rate is less than the limit value. For example, POS terminal 4010 determines if the number of completed processes measured in the last 10 minutes is less than 7 processes per 10 minutes.

If this comparison is valid (i.e., the measured operation rate is less than the threshold value), the POS terminal 4010 performs a complementary process (step 4048). The POS terminal 4010 may perform supplementary processing according to the instruction of the program 4024 (FIG. 50). Alternatively, the POS terminal 4010 may perform the supplementary processing by sending a signal from the control device 4028 (FIG. 51) to the supplemental processing system 4032. In this embodiment the control device 4028 determines whether to enable the system 4032. For example, the control device 4028 may determine to disable the system 4032 if the rate of operation is greater than the threshold value, and may determine to enable the system 4032 if the rate of operation is less than the threshold value. The control device 4028 may determine to enable or disable the system 4032 by sending the appropriate enable or disable signal. This signal may be a control signal that only contributes to enabling or disabling the supplementary processing, or may be a data signal containing information additionally provided to the customer by the system 4032. Instead of separate enable and disable signals, the control device 4028 may send a signal to the system 4032 to toggle the system 4032 between enable and disable modes.

Those skilled in the art will appreciate that system 4032 may be 'until possible'. In other words, the control device 4028 only needs to transmit an impossible signal when no supplementary processing should be performed. If the impossible signal is not sent to the system 4032, the system 4032 will perform supplemental processing (even if no possible signal is received). Similarly, system 4032 may be 'impossible until possible'. In other words, the control device 4028 only needs to deliver a possible signal when supplementary processing is to be performed. If the enable signal is not passed to the system 4032, the system 4032 will not perform supplemental processing (even if it does not receive the disable signal).

As one explanation of the method 4040 above, the POS terminal can measure the operation rate and determine whether the operation rate is less than the threshold value. If small, the POS terminal determines the upcell, depending on the purchase, as described in parent application 08 / 920,116 of the present invention, a supplementary merchandise sales processing system and method for a store-only terminal, and an application date August 1997. The POS terminal also relies on the purchase to determine the upsell price and provide the customer with the upsell in exchange for the upsell price.

In the above embodiment, the POS terminal 4010 determines whether or not the supplementary processing is to be performed. In other embodiments, POS terminal 4010 also determines supplemental processing based on measured operating rates or other criteria. For example, it would be desirable to provide a customer with a different type of proposal depending on the operating rate of the POS terminal. In particular, time-consuming provision is provided when the operation rate is low, and rapid provision is provided when the operation rate is high.

FIG. 53 is a table 4060 describing a delivery plan and serves as a database stored in storage 4014 in a manner well known in the art. Each column of the table 4060 represents an item, and each item defines an upsell provided according to the operation rate. In particular, each item includes an operation rate identifier 4042 that uniquely identifies the operation rate, an operation rate 4064 describing an operation speed or range of operation speeds, and an upcell 4066 to be provided at that operation rate. As described in parent application 08 / 920,116, the upcell 4066 to be provided may include two or more upcells provided once until the upcell is accepted.

Item 4068 corresponds to a lower operating rate than 8 treatments per 15 minutes, indicating that additional product is offered at this (relatively low) operating rate. The provision of additional products usually has a low 'delivery rate', because if the customer accepts the offer, it may take a few seconds for the cashier to compensate for the additional product. Item 4070 corresponds to an operating rate between 8 and 15 treatments per 15 minutes, indicating that a triple-your-change coupon is provided when in this operating rate range. In general, printing coupons is faster than providing additional products. Therefore, the coupon provision has a faster provision speed, which is the reason for providing the coupon at the time of high terminal operation. Item 4072 indicates no provision at operating rates higher than 15 treatments per 15 minutes.

The above embodiment describes a method in which the POS terminal automatically controls the performance of the supplementary processing. It would be further desirable to provide a device and method that reacts with such automatic control over time. Manually overriding the POS terminal's decision will provide more sophisticated control over the performance of the supplementary processing. For example, a store manager may want to test supplemental processing even if the POS terminal does not currently perform supplemental processing. There may also be situations where the device does not operate correctly and no supplementary processing should be performed.

Referring to FIG. 54, there is shown an apparatus 4080 that includes an invalid decision manager 4042 that receives input from an invalid signal circuit 4084 and an automatic control signal circuit 4086. As shown in FIG. The invalid signal circuit 4084 is an apparatus for providing an invalid signal such as a switch communicating with a POS terminal. The invalid signal circuit 4084 may be one or more keys of the input device 4016 (FIGS. 50 and 51), or may be a device that transmits and / or generates a signal. The automatic control signal circuit 4086 is a part of the POS terminal which supplies a control signal for controlling the automatic performance of the supplementary processing as described above. The invalid decision manager 4042 receives the invalid signal and the control signal from the circuits 4084 and 4086 and relies on this to generate an 'enhanced control' signal that controls the automatic performance of the supplementary processing. The enhanced control signal is sent to system 4088 to perform supplemental processing. This system 4088 may be a software module constituting the POS terminal 4010 of FIG. 50, or may be a system 4032 that supplies the supplemental processing of FIG. 51.

The invalid signal can be used to react to the performance of supplemental processing that will occur in accordance with the control signal of the automatic control signal circuit 4086. Referring to Table 1 below, the truth table describes the output value (enhanced control signal) as a function of the input value (invalid signal and control signal). Table 1 shows an embodiment in which the invalid signal becomes one of two values (ie, 0 or 1). However, those skilled in the art will understand that the invalid signal may be more than one value.

Truth Table of Invalidation Decision Manager Invalid signal control signal Enhanced control signal 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 1 1 0

here,

Invalid signal = 0 for automatic control

Invalid signal = 1 for impossibility of supplementary processing

Control signal = 0 for no supplemental processing

Control signal = 1 for possible supplementary processing

Enhanced control signal = 0 for impossibility of supplementary processing

Enhanced control signal = 1 for possible supplementary processing

For example, if the invalid signal = 1 and the control signal = 1, the user overrides the automatic decision to enable supplemental processing. Thus, the improved control signal = 0 and no supplementary processing is possible.

Referring to FIG. 55, a network 4100 includes a server computer 4102 in communication with POS terminals 4104, 4106, and 4108. Server computer 4102 may itself be a POS terminal as previously described. Although three POS terminals are described in FIG. 55, any number of POS terminals can be communicated with the server computer 4102 without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. The server computer 4102 may perform the various processes described above, and in particular, performs the processing performed by one or more POS terminals. For example, server computer 4102 measures i) the operating rate of any or all of POS terminals 4104, 4106 and 4108, and ii) performs supplementary processing on any or all of POS terminals 4104, 4106 and 4108. Determine whether to, and (i) enable or disable one or more systems that provide complementary processing, and / or (iii) transmit an invalid signal to any or all of POS terminals 4104, 4106 and 4108. Server computer 4102 may also collect data from POS terminals 4104, 4106, and 4108 to gather information about the processing that each POS terminal performs. For example, each POS terminal may measure its own operation rate and transmit a signal indicative of the measured operation rate to the server computer 4102. The server computer 4102 may then determine the operating rate of the entire network 4100 of the POS terminal.

The measured operation rate may be, for example, the number of POS terminals in use (in process) or the percentage of POS terminals in use. Based on this operating rate, the server computer 4102 can determine whether or not supplemental processing is to be performed at each POS terminal. Alternatively, server computer 4102 may determine which of the POS terminals to perform the supplemental processing.

Referring to Fig. 56, there is shown a table 4120 that describes a provision plan for a network of a POS terminal. Each item specifies the upcell to be provided for the operation rate. The operation rate used in the table 4120 is based on which of the plurality of terminals are in use. Each item includes an operation rate identifier 4122 that uniquely identifies, an operation rate 4124 describing the operation speed or range of operation speeds, and an upcell 4126 to be provided at that operation rate. For example, item 4128 corresponds to less than 50% being in use at all POS terminals, indicating that three products are offered and the customer selects one. Items 4130, 4132, and 4134 similarly represent upcells provided at different rates of operation. As described, time-consuming upcells, such as multiple upcells provided in turn, may be provided during a low operating period.

The present invention allows a customer to select an upsell before a purchase is processed at the POS terminal. Thus, the customer does not need to be provided at the POS terminal with a system-selected upcell that may be rejected. Therefore, the present invention can save time in the POS terminal. The selected upcell also displays the value at which the purchase price is rounded up, further saving time.

If there is old inventory, it may be advantageous to have that inventory selected as an upsell that is exchanged for change. The customer will want to clean up the inventory and deduct the cost of disposal of the inventory.

Referring to FIG. 57, a POS terminal 5010, which may be IBM'4683 'or IBM'4693' manufactured by IBM, consists of a processor 5012, such as one or more conventional processors. Processor 5012 communicates with data storage 5014, such as a suitable combination of magnetic, optical and / or semiconductor memory. Processor 5012 and data storage 5014 are each located entirely within a single computer or other computer device; Ii) are connected to each other by telecommunication links such as serial port cables, telephone lines or high frequency transmitters; Iii) iii) and ii) may be mixed. For example, POS terminal 5010 may be comprised of one or more computers connected to a remote server computer that maintains a database.

The input device 5016 is preferably configured with a keypad for transmitting an input signal, such as a signal indicating purchase, to the processor 5012. The input device 5016 also consists of an optical barcode scanner for reading the barcode and sending a signal representing the barcode to the processor 5012. The printer 5018 is for registration mark on paper or other material, and prints a receipt, a coupon certificate, etc. according to an instruction of the processor 5012. The display device 5020 is preferably a video monitor capable of displaying at least alphanumeric characteristics to customers and / or cashiers. Many types of input devices, printers, and display devices are known to those skilled in the art and need not be discussed in detail here. The input device 5016, the printer 5018, and the display device 5020 communicate with the processor 5012, respectively.

The storage device 5014 stores a program 5022 for controlling the processor 5012. Processor 5012 performs instructions of program 5022, which operates in accordance with the present invention, in particular in accordance with the method described below. The POS terminal program 5022 is also a necessary program such as a 'device driver' that allows the operating system and processor 5012 to interface with computer peripherals such as input device 5016, printer 5018, and display device 5020. Contains an element. Appropriate device drivers and other necessary program elements are known to those skilled in the art and need not be described in detail herein.

Storage 5014 also includes a stock database 5024; Ii) rounding code database 5026; I) Store the processing database 5028. Databases 5024, 5026, and 5028 are described in detail below, and an exemplary list is shown in the figure. As will be appreciated by those skilled in the art, the schematic description and accompanying description of the databases presented herein are exemplary arrangements of stored information. Many other arrangements may be introduced besides those shown in the table. Similarly, the described list represents exemplary information, and those skilled in the art will appreciate that the number and content of the lists may differ from those described herein.

58 illustrates another embodiment of a POS terminal 5010. The control device 5029 is in communication with a system 5032 providing the upcells via the communication medium 5030. The controller 5029 is composed of an input device 5016 and a processor 5034 in communication with the display device 5020. The system 5032 providing the upcell is comprised of a storage device 5014 and a processor 5036 in communication with the printer 5018. In this embodiment, the control device 5029 may be a cash register, and the system 5032 providing the upcell may be an electronic device that prints a coupon according to data transmitted from the cash register. Those skilled in the art will also appreciate other arrangements of the POS terminal 5010.

Referring to FIG. 59, a network 5040 includes a server 5042 in communication with POS terminals 5044, 5046, and 5048. The server 5022 directs the operation of the POS terminals 5044, 5046 and 5048, stores data therefrom, and transmits the data there. The server 4502 may itself be a POS terminal or a computer device capable of communicating with one or more POS terminals, as described above. Although three POS terminals are described in FIG. 59, any number of POS terminals can be communicated with the server 4502 without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Each POS terminal 5044, 5046, and 5048 may be located in the same store, another store in a chain store, or elsewhere. The server 5022 may perform the various processes described above, and in particular, performs the processing performed by one or more POS terminals. Server 5022 may store data shared at POS terminals 5044, 5046, and 5048, such as inventory database 5024.

Referring to FIG. 60, inventory database 5024 includes items 5032, 5033, 5034, 5035, 5036, 5037, and 5038, each defining an inventory item to be purchased. In particular, each item is (i) an item identifier 5040 that uniquely identifies the item; Ii) an item content 4502 describing an inventory item; Iii) the item price 5044; Iii) includes a tax rule 5046 indicating whether an item is subject to sales tax (or other tax). Inventory database 5024 is accessed to determine purchase price in a manner known in the art. For example, each purchase item may include a barcode that the POS terminal can read. The price of each item corresponds to a barcode identifier and will be determined from inventory database 5024. The sum of the purchase price plus the appropriate tax adds up to the purchase price.

Referring to FIG. 61, rounding code database 5026 includes columns 5050, 5052 and 5054. Each item specifies a rounding code. In particular, each item includes a rounding code identifier 5056 that uniquely identifies the item iii); Ii) a rounding multiple 5058 indicating the amount to which the purchase price will be rounded; Iii) a fixed price 5060 indicating the fixed price to be paid to the upcell if the upcell is not purchased in a change amount. For example, the rounding code corresponding to item 5050 is marked as '567' and has a rounding factor of $ 1. Thus, if a purchase includes an upsell with a rounding code of '567', the purchase price will be rounded up to a larger dollar (for example, $ 7.38 to $ 8.00). It would be advantageous and easy for the customer to set a rounding factor for each upcell equal to the fixed price of the upcell.

The upsell may allow the customer to select the upcell as if the customer were accessed to select a purchase item. Each upcell has a rounding code that is determined from the barcode on the label attached to the upcell. For example, a bookstore has several bins near a POS terminal, each containing several books with barcodes. The customer selects a book from the canister and takes it to the POS terminal along with the item he wants to purchase. The optical barcode scanner of the POS terminal reads the barcode of the book and the barcode of the purchase item.

Instead of a barcode, each upcell may include another indication of the corresponding rounding code. For example, a book in the first bin may have a green label and a book in the second bin may have a blue label. In this embodiment the green label indicates the first round code and the blue label indicates the second round code. The cashier or POS terminal operator may press a button or have the POS terminal receive data indicative of a rounding code.

Upcells with the same rounding code may be advantageously grouped together. For example, the first can contain a number of books with the first rounding code. The second can contain a number of books with a second rounding code. If a book in the first bin is selected as an upsell, the purchase price is rounded up to the first multiple (eg $ 5). Similarly, if a book in the second bin is selected as an upsell, the purchase price is rounded up to a second multiple (eg $ 10).

Referring to FIG. 62, an inventory database 5024 and a round code database 5026 are used to determine the amount paid for purchase items and upsells. Table 5080 and 5082 show the data according to the process confirmed by the process identifier '12345678', respectively. Thus, Tables 5080 and 5082 show data stored in the processing database 5028 (FIG. 57). In general, the processing database 5028 will contain data representing a number of such processes.

Table 5080 shows one or more items included in the treatment and Table 5082 shows one or more upcells included in the treatment. Table 5080 includes items 5084 and 5086, each of which specifies the type of item to be purchased. Each item includes an item identifier 5088 corresponding to the item identifier 5040 of FIG. 60; Ii) the amount 5090 of the item; Iii) a price 5152 of an item unit corresponding to the price 5044 of FIG. 60; And iii) a price 5094 including tax in item units. The tax-included price of the item may be determined from the corresponding price 5152, the tax rule 5046 of FIG. 60 (indicating whether the item corresponds to sales tax (or other tax)), and tax rate 5096. Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that tax rate 5096 may be stored, for example, in storage 5014 (FIG. 57) as a database or various programs 5024. The tax-included prices of the items are summed to yield a subtotal 5098 including tax. The tax-included subtotal 5098 is the price to be paid if the upsell is not included in the processing.

Table 5082 includes items 5100 that define upsells involved in the processing. Item 5100 includes a rounding code identifier 5102 corresponding to the rounding code identifier 5056 of FIG. 61; Ii) rounding multiple 5104 corresponding to rounding multiple 5058 in FIG. 61; Iii) a fixed price 5106 corresponding to the fixed price 5060 of FIG. 61 is also included. The rounding multiple of item 5100 has a $ 5, indicating that the tax-included subtotal 5098 should be rounded up to the next largest multiple of $ 5. Thus, the tax-included subtotal 5098 is rounded up to the next largest multiple of $ 5 at $ 26.20 to yield a rounded price 5108 of $ 30.

63 shows a table 5120 representing further information related to processing. Such information may be stored in the processing database 5028 (FIG. 57) in some embodiments of the invention. Table 5120 includes items 5122 and 5124, each defining further information related to processing. Each item includes: i) a process identifier 5126 that uniquely confirms the process; Ii) the date 5128 where the processing occurred; Iii) a time 5130 at which the processing occurred; Vi) a POS terminal identifier 5152 indicating the POS terminal on which the processing occurred; And iii) revenue 5134 resulting from the processing. The information shown in table 5120 may be used, for example, to determine a pattern of revenue generation over time.

64 is used to determine rounded prices for purchases in which the database includes upsells and one or more items. The POS terminal receives a code from each item of purchase (step 5152). For example, a barcode scanner reads the barcode printed on each item and generates a signal that displays the barcode. The POS terminal also receives the rounding code of the upcell (step 5154). Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the rounding code may be received before, during or after receiving the item code. After receiving all the codes, the POS terminal determines the purchase price from the item code (step 5156). As described with reference to FIG. 62, the purchase price is determined by summing the price including the tax of each item. The POS terminal accesses rounding code database 5026 (FIG. 57) to determine a rounding multiple from the rounding code (step 5158). Based on the rounded multiple, the POS terminal rounds up the purchase price and calculates the rounded price (step 5160). The rounded price is the price that will be paid by exchanging the item and upsell.

In the above embodiment, one upcell may be included in the purchase. However, multiple upsells may be included in the purchase. In such a case one upcell may be sold in exchange for change and the other upcell may be sold at a fixed price. As described in relation to FIG. 61, each rounding code has both a fixed price and a rounding price. Thus, a fixed price can be determined for each upcell.

65 illustrates a method 5180 of determining a rounding price of a purchase that includes a plurality of upsells with a rounding code. The POS terminal receives a code from each item of purchase (step 5182), and also receives a rounding code of a plurality of each upcell (step 5184). As described above, the purchase price is determined from the item code (step 5186).

One of the rounding codes is selected (step 5188) and its rounding multiple is determined (step 5190). This selection specifies the rounding code chosen and the rounding code not selected. The unselected rounding code may consist of one rounding code (if there are two rounding codes) or one or more rounding codes. Which rounding code you choose depends on several criteria. In one embodiment, the POS terminal selects a rounding code with the smallest (minimum) rounding factor. That is, the POS terminal selects a rounding multiple that is not greater than the rounding multiple of each unselected rounding code. For example, if there are three rounding codes, and their rounding multiples are $ 5, $ 5, and $ 10, either of the first two rounding codes (with a rounding multiple of $ 5) will be selected.

Once the rounding code is selected, a fixed price of each remaining (unselected) rounding code is determined (step 5192). As described above, the fixed price may be determined from rounding code database 5026 (FIGS. 57 and 61). This fixed price is added to the purchase price determined in step 5186 and yields an increased price (step 5194). This increased price is rounded up based on the rounding multiple determined in step 5190 to yield a rounding price (step 5196). This rounded price is exchanged with the upsell included in the item and purchase. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that step 5196 may be performed before step 5194 before.

Referring to Fig. 66, Tables 5210 and 5212 show data corresponding to the processing confirmed by the processing identifier '12345671', respectively. Thus, Tables 5210 and 5212 show data stored in the processing database 5028 (FIG. 57). Table 5210 is similar to Table 5080 of FIG. 62 and shows one or more items included in the treatment, and Table 5212 is similar to Table 5082 of FIG. 62 and shows upcells included in the treatment. Table 5210 includes items 5214 and 5216, each specifying the type of item to be purchased. The subtotal of the price including tax 5218 and tax rate 5220 functions as described with respect to FIG. 62.

Table 5212 includes items 5222, 5224, and 5226, each of which defines the upcells involved in the treatment. Round code identifier 5228 corresponding to round code identifier 5056 of FIG. 61 (i) similar to Table 5082 (FIG. 62); Ii) rounding multiple 5230 corresponding to rounding multiple 5058 of FIG. 61; Iii) a fixed price 5302 corresponding to the fixed price 5060 of FIG. 61 is included. As described above, one upcell is selected to define the rounding multiple, and the remaining upcells have a fixed price that is added to the subtotal of the tax-included price. According to the above embodiment, in the embodiment described by FIG. 66, an upcell having a minimum rounding multiple is selected. This upcell may be any upcell defined by items 5224 and 5226, each having a rounding multiple of $ 1. Thus, the remaining two upsells have fixed prices of $ 1 and $ 10.

Table 5234 shows the use of fixed prices for upcells. The fixed price 5236 of the additional upcell, which is the sum of the fixed prices of the remaining (not selected) upcells, is $ 11. Thus, the subtotal 5322 of the price with additional upsell is $ 37.20, which is the sum of $ 26.20 and $ 11. The subtotal is rounded according to the rounding multiple of the selected upsell ($ 1), yielding a rounding price 5240 of $ 38.00.

In another embodiment of the present invention, each upsell has a corresponding 'minimum price'. For example, if the subtotal of the tax-included price is $ 4.98 and the rounding multiple is $ 5.00, the rounding price would normally be $ 5.00 (an extra $ 0.02). However, if the minimum price of upsell is $ 2.00, then the rounded price of $ 7.00 ($ 4.98 + $ 2.00 rounded to the nearest dollar) is calculated.

One or more POS terminals control the delivery given to the customer and are given an offer with high performance. The present invention presents a plurality of offers to a customer to determine the best offer and to calculate the performance of that offer. In contrast, the choice of any or manual provision does not appear to determine the best one. The present invention also reduces the work of the manager or the person in charge of the selection of other offers.

By continuously calculating the performance of the delivery, the delivery given to the customer is consistently high. Once the performance of an attractive offer is reduced, it can be replaced by another high performance offer.

The present invention can also cause the offer to appear arbitrarily to the customer, since the POS terminal generally supplies different offers at different times. This can make it difficult for the customer to operate the delivery system in their favor.

Referring to FIG. 67, a POS terminal 6010, which may be IBM'4683 'or IBM'4693' manufactured by IBM, is comprised of a processor 6012, such as one or more conventional processors. Processor 6012 communicates with data storage 6014, such as a suitable combination of magnetic, optical, and / or semiconductor memory. Processor 6012 and data storage 6014 are each located entirely within a single computer or other computer device; Ii) are connected to each other by telecommunication links such as serial port cables, telephone lines or high frequency transmitters; Iii) iii) and ii) may be mixed. For example, POS terminal 5010 may be comprised of one or more computers connected to a remote server computer that maintains a database.

The input device 6016 is preferably configured with a keypad for transmitting an input signal, such as a signal indicating purchase, to the processor 6012. The printer 6018 is for registration mark on paper or other material, and prints a receipt, coupon certificate, etc. according to the instruction of the processor 6012. The display device 6020 is preferably a video monitor capable of displaying at least alphanumeric characteristics to customers and / or cashiers. Many types of input devices, printers, and display devices are known to those skilled in the art and need not be discussed in detail here. The input device 6016, the printer 6018, and the display device 6020 communicate with the processor 6012, respectively.

The storage device 6014 stores a program 6022 controlling the processor 6012. The processor 6012 performs instructions of the program 6022 and operates in accordance with the present invention, in particular according to the method described below. POS terminal program 6022 may also be a necessary program, such as a 'device driver' that allows the operating system and processor 6012 to interface with computer peripherals such as input device 6016, printer 6018, and display device 6020. Contains an element. Appropriate device drivers and other necessary program elements are known to those skilled in the art and need not be described in detail herein.

Storage 6014 may also include i) providing database 6024; Ii) processing database 6026; I) Store a performance database 6028. Databases 6024, 6026, and 6028 are described in detail below, and an exemplary list is shown in the figure. As will be appreciated by those skilled in the art, the schematic description and accompanying description of the databases presented herein are exemplary arrangements of stored information. Many other arrangements may be introduced besides those shown in the table. Similarly, the described list represents exemplary information, and those skilled in the art will appreciate that the number and content of the lists may differ from those described herein.

68 illustrates another embodiment of a POS terminal 6010. The control device 6028 communicates with the providing system 6032 via the communication medium 6030. The controller 6028 is comprised of an input device 6016 and a processor 6054 in communication with the display device 6020. The system 6032 providing the upcell consists of a storage device 6014 and a processor 6036 in communication with the printer 6018. In this embodiment control device 6028 may be a cash register, and the system 6032 providing the upcell may be an electronic device that prints a coupon in accordance with data transmitted from the cash register. Those skilled in the art will also appreciate other arrangements of the POS terminal 6010.

Referring to FIG. 69, a network 6040 includes a server 6062 in communication with POS terminals 6044, 6046, and 6048. The server 6062 instructs the operation of the POS terminals 6044, 6046 and 6048, stores data therefrom, and transmits the data there. Server 6062 may itself be a POS terminal or a computer device capable of communicating with one or more POS terminals as described above. Although three POS terminals are described in FIG. 69, any number of POS terminals can be communicated with the server 6062 without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Each POS terminal 6044, 6046, and 6048 may be located in the same store, another store in a chain store, or elsewhere. The server 6062 can perform the various processes described above, and in particular performs the processes performed by one or more POS terminals. Server 6062 may store data, such as providing database 6024.

Referring to FIG. 70, a table 6060 that illustrates one embodiment of a provisioning database 6024 (FIG. 67) is shown. Table 6060 includes items 6062, 6064, 6066, and 6068, each describing the offers given to the customer. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that Table 6060 may include any number of items. Each item 6062, 6064, 6066, and 6068, i) a delivery identifier 6070 that uniquely confirms provision; Ii) a description of the offer 6072 describing the offer; Iii) cost 6074; Vi) specify the frequency of provision 6076; The frequency of provision 6076 indicates the average percentage of the number of times that a given is given when a given is given. For example, if each item 6062, 6064, 6066, and 6068 includes a 25% frequency of delivery, each item 6062, 6064, 6066, and 6068 would be given to the customer once every four times, on average, provided.

Referring to FIG. 71, the recording of the processing database 6026 (FIG. 67) defines the processing performed at the POS terminal identified by the POS terminal identifier 6602. Process database 6026 (FIG. 67) generally includes a number of records, such as record 6090, each of which defines a process performed at a different POS terminal. Record 6090 includes items 6094, 6096, and 6098, each describing a process. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that Table 6060 may include any number of items. In each of items 6094, 6096 and 6098, i) a process identifier 6100 which uniquely indicates a process; Ii) date of processing 610208; V) processing time 6104; Vi) purchase details 6106 describing processing details such as purchase item, purchase price and / or customer details; Iii) a provision identifier 6108 indicating a given provision during processing; Iii) an indication 6110 of whether to accept the offer; And iii) a revenue 6112 based on the customer's acceptance of the offer.

Referring to FIG. 72, a flowchart 6120 describes how to control a given offering at one or more POS terminals. The offer is given to the customer along the offer database 6024 (FIG. 67). As described in relation to Table 6060 (FIG. 70), each offer includes a frequency of presentation that indicates the average percentage of the number of times a given offer is given when a offer is given. Thus, the provisioning database 6024 indicates which offer is given to the customer and also indicates how often the offer is given.

For example, POS terminal 6010 (or server 6062 in FIG. 69 in a network embodiment) may calculate any number of zeros and ones each time a provision is given. The offer will then be selected according to any number and the frequency of provisions described in FIG. Any number between 0.00 and 0.25 corresponds to the provision 'A', while any number between 0.26 and 0.50 corresponds to the provision 'B', and thus 'C' and 'D' may correspond. .

Alternatively, POS terminal 6010 or server 6062 may present the first offer during the first processing period and then offer subsequent offers during the next processing period. The size of the series of treatments (number of series of treatments) will be selected according to the frequency of presentation 6076 of Table 6060 (FIG. 70). For example, each offer specified in Table 6060 of FIG. 70 has the same donation frequency (25%). Thus, the initial offer 'A' as defined in item 6062 may be provided to the customer during the first ten processing periods, and the remaining three provisions as specified in items 6064, 6066 and 6068 may be provided respectively during the following ten processing periods. have. There are four offers and each offer is given to the customer during 10 treatment periods out of 40 treatments, so each offer has a frequency of 25%.

In another embodiment, each of the plurality of POS terminals may provide different offers to customers. For example, the first POS terminal may present the first offer during 100 processing and the second POS terminal may present the second offering during 100 processing. Thus, both the first and second servings will have a frequency of 50% (100 / (100 + 100) = 0.50 = 50%).

Once the offer is given to the customer in step 6122, the POS terminal 6010 or server 6062 calculates the performance rate of each offer (step 6124). The performance rate may be any measured and / or calculated amount, such as acceptance rate or profit rate. Those skilled in the art will understand many other performance rates. The performance of each offer may be calculated at a predetermined time period, such as after the end of each day or after a given number of offers presented to the customer is achieved.

Acceptance rates can be calculated according to:

Acceptance rate = number of times accepted / number provided

The number of times served is the number of times a particular offer is given to the customer. Similarly, the number of times accepted is the number of times a given offer has been accepted by the customer. Both the number of times provided and the number of times accepted can be determined from the data stored in the processing database 6026 (FIG. 67). It is generally desirable to have a high acceptance rate, ideally an offer will have an acceptance rate of 100%. But the acceptance rate will be less than 100%.

Referring to FIG. 73, there is shown a table 6140 illustrating one embodiment of a performance database 6028 (FIG. 67). In this embodiment, the performance database 6028 is configured to store the above acceptance rate data. Table 6140 includes items 6142. 6144, 6146, and 6148, each describing the offers given to the customer. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that any number of items may be included in Table 6140. Each item 6142. 6144, 6146 and 6148, i) a delivery identifier 6150 which uniquely indicates provisioning; Ii) the number of accepted 6615; Iii) the number of times (6154) provided; And iii) acceptance rate 6156 of the offer. Thus Table 6140 can be used to determine which offering has the highest performance.

Profit margin can be provided as:

Profit margin = (revenue-cost) / number served

Revenue is the amount of revenue that a customer receives from accepting a offer. The cost is the expense incurred by the customer accepting the offer. The number of times served is the number of times a particular offer is given to the customer.

Referring to FIG. 74, there is shown a table 6170 describing another embodiment of the performance database 6028 (FIG. 67). In this embodiment, a performance database 6028 is configured to store the average benefit per offer. Table 6170 includes items 6172. 6174, 6176, and 6178, each describing the offers given to the customer. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that any number of items may be included in Table 6170. Items 6172, 6174, 6176, and 6178, respectively, provide a delivery identifier 6180 that uniquely indicates the offering; Ii) number of times accepted 6262; Iii) the number of times provided (6184); Iii) the average revenue (6186) incurred per accepted offer; And iii) an average profit (6188) incurred per accepted offer; And iii) an average benefit 6190 that occurs per offer.

Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the number of times accepted 6262, the number of times provided 6184, and the average revenue 6186 can be determined from the data stored in the processing database 6026 (FIG. 67). For example, referring back to record 6090 of FIG. 71, the provisions 'A', 'B' and 'C' in the POS terminal are provided once, as shown in the provision identifier 6108. The offers 'B' and 'C' are accepted once as shown in the accepted offers 6110. Similarly, the revenue from the offerings 'A', 'B' and 'C' is $ 0.00, $ 0.50 and $ 0.78 respectively. The average return for each offer will be calculated by dividing the total return for each offer by the number of offers.

The average profit 6188 generated per accepted offer will be determined by subtracting the cost per offer (cost 6074 in FIG. 70) from the average return 6186. Eventually, the average profit 6190 generated per offer will be determined by multiplying the acceptance rate of the offer by the average profit 6188 accrued per accepted offer. As described, the acceptance rate of the offer is determined by dividing the number of times 6262 accepted by the number of times 6184 provided.

Referring back to Fig. 72, after the performance rate of the offer is calculated (step 6124), the POS terminal 6010 or server 6062 determines the modification of the provision database 6024 based on the performance rate (step 6126). Each offering may be given at different frequencies, depending on the calculated performance of the offering, and may even be stopped. As described below, high performance deliveries continue to be provided to customers and generally at high frequency. Similarly, low performance deliveries are usually offered at low frequency or even stopped.

In one embodiment, only provisions with performance rates greater than a predetermined threshold value are continuously given to the customer. If one or more provisioning is stopped, each frequency of provision must change as described below.

75 illustrates the selection of discontinued offers. Table 6200 shows data stored in the embodiment of the performance database 6028 (FIG. 67). For each offer, there is a delivery confirmer 6202 and an acceptance rate 6204. The limit value 6206 of 10% determines which provision of Table 6200 is given continuously. In particular, the provisions specified in items 6208 and 6210 (offers 'A' and 'B') have acceptance rates greater than 10% and will therefore be given continuously. In contrast, the provisions specified in items 6212 and 6214 (offers 'C' and 'B') have acceptance rates less than 10% and will therefore be discontinued.

Table 6216 shows the data stored in the embodiment of the providing database 6024 (FIG. 67). As described above with respect to FIG. 70, each provision has a provision identifier 2618 and a frequency of provision 6220. Since the offers 'C' and 'D' are discontinued, the corresponding frequency of those offers is 0%. The frequency of provision of 'A' and 'B' which is given continuously varies accordingly. The frequency of provision may be varied (50% each) to be the same. Alternatively, the frequency of provision may vary as follows depending on the relationship to each other.

F _new = F _old / F _total

here:

F _new is the new serving frequency

F _old is the frequency before serving

F _total is the sum of the values of F _old for uninterrupted delivery

In FIG. 75 the provision frequency '58% 'of the provision' A 'is calculated from the provision frequency of the uninterrupted provision.

58% = 20.4% / (20.4% + 14.8%)

The provision frequency '42% 'of the provision' B 'is similarly calculated.

42% = 14.8% / (20.4% + 14.8%)

Those skilled in the art will appreciate that there are other ways to vary the frequency of provision.

In another embodiment, a predetermined number of high performance rates are continuously provided to the customer. Even if there are remaining offers, they are not provided. 76 illustrates the choice of discontinued provision in this embodiment. Table 6240 shows data stored in another embodiment of the performance database 6028 (FIG. 67). For each offer there is an offer confirmer 6242 and an average profit 6242 per order. The limit value 'set' defines the number of high performance rates in Table 6240 that will continue to be provided. In particular, the provisions defined in items 6248, 6250 and 6252 (offers 'A', 'B' and 'C') are the top three offerings for the average profit per order, and therefore will continue to be offered. In contrast, the provisions specified in item 6254 (offer 'D') will be discontinued.

Table 6256 shows the data stored in the embodiment of the providing database 6024 (FIG. 67). As described above, each provision has a provision identifier 6258 and a frequency of provision 6260. Since the 'D' has been discontinued, the frequency of this offer is 0%. The frequency of provision of the provisions 'A', 'B' and 'C' which are continuously provided varies. The frequency of provision may vary and be equal to each other (33 and 1/3%, respectively). Alternatively, the frequency of provision may vary depending on their relationship to each other in the manner described above.

Once the provisioning is stopped, it is desirable to make them available again at some point in the following. For example, conditions such as customer preferences may change after delivery is stopped due to poor performance. Thus, the interrupted provision may continue to be maintained in the provision database 6024 (FIG. 67), and it is advantageous to calculate the performance once again after the provisioning has been interrupted more than a predetermined number of times. Suspended provision can be given a randomly selected or predetermined frequency of delivery such that the performance rate is calculated.

Also in such a situation only one offering may continue to be offered after the offerings are discontinued. The performance of this offer is calculated and compared with the performance over the previous period. If the performance rate decreases from that of the previous period, the provision is stopped and replaced. Another (interrupted) offer as a substitute can be given a randomly selected or predetermined frequency of delivery so that the corresponding rate of performance is calculated.

In some embodiments, it is desirable that the frequency of provision of certain offers does not change regardless of performance. For example, expensive provision may have a low frequency of provision. In such cases, the offer may be a reward that customers rarely receive. Thus, the cost of providing such expensive offerings in lieu of change is incurred, but it can serve as a propaganda to stimulate customers to visit stores frequently.

Referring to FIG. 77, similar to Table 6060 of FIG. 70, Table 6300 describes another embodiment of the provisioning database 6024 (FIG. 67). Table 6300 includes items 6302, 6304, 6306, and 6308, each describing the offers to be given to the customer. Each item 6302, 6304, 6306, and 6308, i) a uniquely identifying offer identifier 6310; Ii) offer content 6320 describing the offer; Iv) provision costs 6314 for providers; Vi) specify a frequency of presentation 6316 and vi) a fixed frequency indication 6318. The fixed frequency indication 6318 indicates whether the corresponding serving frequency is changed based on the performance of the serving as described above. For example, item 6308 contains a frequency of provision of 1%. This offer is often and probably always accepted because it is relatively expensive (a gift receipt of $ 50). However, because the offer is expensive ($ 50), it can be a disadvantage for the provider much more often. The frequency of its provision is therefore fixed at 1%.

While the invention has been described in terms of the best embodiments, those skilled in the art will recognize that various alternatives may be made to the embodiments described herein without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.

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A lottery data processing system; A controller including a storage device for storing product information, the controller configured to receive lottery information from the lottery data processing system; and At least one POS terminal connected to the controller for performing a product transaction and a lottery transaction according to the received lottery information; And a recorder, wherein the POS terminal records the product and the lottery information on a recording medium. The system of claim 1, wherein the controller is configured to communicate with the lottery data processing system substantially in real time. The system of claim 1, wherein the storage device stores lottery information received from the lottery data processing system and includes a randomly selected lottery number. 3. The system of claim 2, wherein the POS terminal is for input of a lottery number selected by a customer, the controller transmits the lottery number selected by the customer to the lottery data processing system, and the controller is encrypted from the lottery data processing system. A system adapted to receive an identification code and authority to perform lottery processing. The system of claim 1, wherein the controller is a store network server. Initialize a lottery process at a POS terminal configured to perform product processing and lottery process; Cause the POS terminal having been initialized to communicate with a POS controller connected to the POS terminal during operation; Establish communication between a POS controller and a lottery data processing system adapted to communicate with the POS controller; Request transmission of lottery information from the lottery data processing system to the POS controller; Generating the lottery information in a lottery data processing system; Transmitting the lottery information from a lottery data processing system to a POS terminal via a POS controller; and And outputting the lottery information on a recording medium by a POS terminal. 7. The method of claim 6, wherein the generating step generates lottery information including a randomly selected lottery number and an encrypted identification code. 7. The method of claim 6, wherein the outputting step includes outputting a recording medium including a sales receipt having information related to the lottery process and the product process. The method of claim 6, further comprising: inputting a lottery number selected by a customer to the POS terminal; and Transmitting the lottery number selected by the customer to the lottery data processing system, And generating the lottery information including the authority for completing the lottery process using the lottery number selected by the customer and the encryption identification code associated with the lottery number selected by the customer. 7. The method of claim 6, further comprising the steps of: inputting an indication of a percentage of the lottery price into a POS terminal; Transmitting the indication to a lottery data processing system, And generating the lottery information including the authority of the partial lottery process. Having a lottery controller comprising a CPU and a memory coupled to the CPU in operation, The lottery controller communicates with at least one remote controller including a storage device for storing product information, the lottery controller receiving a request for lottery information from the lottery controller and in response thereto sending the lottery telegram to the lottery controller. And The memory in the lottery controller includes a program executed by the CPU to process a request for lottery information, generate lottery information, and maintain a database in the memory to store the requested lottery information. Data processing system. 12. The lottery data processing system of claim 11, wherein the program in memory generates at least one randomly selected group of lottery numbers and an encryption identification code for transmission to the remote controller. 12. The system of claim 11, wherein the lottery controller receives a group of lottery numbers selected by at least one customer from the remote controller. 14. The lottery information of claim 13, wherein the program in memory generates lottery information including an authority to complete lottery processing relating to a request for lottery information and an encryption identification code associated with a customer selected lottery number group for transmission to the remote controller. Lottery data processing system. 13. The apparatus of claim 12, further comprising: an IVRU coupled to the lottery controller and a PSTN in operation; The lottery controller receives an alphanumeric code from the PSTN via the IVRU; and The program in the memory also searches the database in the memory to find a stored encrypted identification code that matches the alphanumeric code, and if a match is found, decrypts the alphanumeric code and sends the first message to the IVRU. And transmit a second message to the PSTN via the IVRU. 15. The apparatus of claim 14, further comprising: an IVRU coupled to the lottery network controller and a PSTN in operation; The lottery controller receives an alphanumeric code from the PSTN via the IVRU; and The program in the memory also searches the database in the memory to find a stored encrypted identification code that matches the alphanumeric code, and if a match is found, decrypts the alphanumeric code and sends the first message to the IVRU. And transmit a second message to the PSTN via the IVRU. 16. The system of claim 15, wherein the first message includes information based on the decrypted alphanumeric code. 16. The system of claim 15, wherein the second message includes an indication that no match was found. 16. The system of claim 15, wherein the first message includes an indication as to whether the alphanumeric code is from a winning lottery number. A method of processing a request for lottery information using a lottery controller, the lottery controller comprising a memory, the memory being connected to the CPU and in operation, the program being executed by the CPU; Receiving a request for lottery information from a data processing system performing lottery processing and product processing; Generating the lottery information based on the request of the lottery information; Storing the lottery information in the memory; and And transmitting the lottery information to the data processing system performing lottery processing and product processing. Receiving a request for at least one lottery ticket; Generating a randomly selected number to be used for the lottery ticket; Generating an identification code consisting of the randomly selected number; Encrypting the identification code; Storing the randomly selected number and the encrypted identification code in a storage device; and And outputting the randomly selected number and the encrypted identification code. 22. The method of claim 21 wherein the request in the receiving step is for partial lottery. Receiving a request for lottery; Generating a randomly selected lottery number; Generating an identification code based on the randomly selected lottery number; Encrypting the identification code; Storing the randomly selected lottery number and the encryption identification code in a storage device; and And outputting the randomly selected lottery number and the encrypted identification code. 24. The method of claim 23, wherein the request for lottery in the receiving step is for a partial lottery. A POS controller comprising a storage device for storing product information and lottery information, wherein The POS controller is in communication with a lottery data processing system, The POS controller also sends a request for lottery information to the lottery data processing system and, in response, receives the requested lottery information from the lottery data processing system; At least one POS terminal connected to the POS controller during operation and performing product processing and lottery processing according to the received lottery information; and And a recording device connected to the POS terminal, the recording device having the lottery information from the lottery data processing system and a recording device for issuing a lottery ticket. A method for performing lottery processing and product processing using a POS terminal operative to be connected to a POS controller including a storage device for storing product information, the method comprising: Initiating processing at the POS terminal for a plurality of items to be purchased, including a purchase request at at least one POS terminal; Inputting a request for lottery information into a POS terminal; Transmitting the request for lottery information to a POS controller; Receiving lottery information from the POS controller at the POS terminal; and And recording the lottery information and product processing on a recording medium. 27. The method of claim 26, further comprising storing the requested lottery information in a storage device of a POS controller. A POS controller including a storage device coupled to the CPU when operating with the CPU; The POS controller receives a request for lottery information from at least one POS terminal capable of performing lottery processing and product processing; The POS controller also sends a request for lottery information to a lottery data processing system capable of generating lottery information, and in response, receives the lottery information; and And said storage device in a POS controller comprises a program adapted to be executed by a CPU, said storage device comprising a storage device for processing a request for lottery information from said POS terminal. A method of processing a lottery request using a POS controller that includes a storage device that is coupled to the CPU and operates to be executed by the CPU when operating with the CPU, Receiving a request for lottery information from a POS terminal that performs lottery processing and product processing; Transmitting the request to a lottery data processing system capable of generating lottery information based on the request for lottery information; Receiving lottery information from the lottery data processing system; and And sending the lottery information to a POS terminal. A POS terminal adapted to perform lottery processing and product processing; The POS terminal is adapted to communicate with a POS controller; The POS terminal is adapted to send a request for lottery information to the POS controller and to receive lottery information from the POS controller; and And said POS terminal is configured to record merchandise and lottery processing on a recording medium. A method for performing lottery processing and product processing using a POS terminal operative to be connected to a POS controller adapted to communicate with a lottery data processing system, Initiating processing at the POS terminal for a plurality of items to be purchased, including a purchase request at at least one POS terminal; Inputting a request for lottery information into a POS terminal; Receiving lottery information including an encryption identification code at a POS terminal; and A method for performing lottery processing and product processing, comprising recording lottery information and product processing on a recording medium. 32. The method of claim 31, wherein the input step comprises inputting a request for lottery information including a randomly selected lottery number, wherein the receiving step comprises receiving a randomly selected lottery number and an encryption identification code. How to perform lottery and commodity processing. 32. The method of claim 31 wherein the input step requests that a particular customer-selected lottery number be used as at least a portion of the requested lottery information. 32. The method of claim 31 wherein the request in the initialization step is for a partial lottery. 35. The method of claim 34, wherein the received lottery information includes a right to perform partial lottery processing. Requesting to purchase at least one lottery ticket and at least one product item; Comprising a lottery and receiving a recording medium containing information related to the purchase of goods items. 37. The method of claim 36, wherein the lottery requested in the requesting step is a partial lottery. Requesting to purchase a merchandise item; Requesting an amount for a purchase that exceeds the purchase price; Instructing that an amount for a purchase exceeding the purchase price be applied to a purchase of a partial price lottery; and And forming a partial price lottery ticket and receiving a recording medium containing information related to the purchase of a commodity item. A lottery identification method using a lottery central controller including a storage device, Receiving first information related to the lottery; Determining whether the first information is stored in a storage device and is equivalent to second information related to a plurality of authorized lotteries; Outputting a first message indicating that there is no match if there is no equivalent; Performing a decryption operation on the first information, if there is an equivalent; and And outputting a second message based on the decryption operation. 40. The method of claim 39, wherein the first information received comprises an encryption identification code. 40. The method of claim 39, wherein said receiving step receives first information via an IVRU operative to connect to a PSTN. 40. The method of claim 39, wherein said receiving step receives first information from another data processing system. 40. The method of claim 39 wherein the second message consists of a report as to whether the lottery is a winning lottery. 41. The method of claim 40 wherein the decryption operation consists in decrypting an encryption identification code, wherein the second message consists of information based on the decrypted identification code. A receipt composed of a recording medium, on which lottery information, merchandise processing information and an encryption identification code are recorded. 46. The receipt of claim 45 wherein the lottery information consists of partial lotteries. A POS terminal adapted to perform lottery processing and product processing; An input device associated with the POS terminal and inputting information on at least one item to be purchased and an amount requested to pay for the item to the POS terminal; The POS terminal is adapted to calculate change money based on the amount subscribed to pay for the item; The input device causes the POS terminal to perform lottery processing by applying change money to the calculated change money for purchases where the amount of lottery ticket is equal in price; and The POS terminal comprises a recording device for recording the amount of lottery purchased with the product processing and the calculated change in the recording medium; Processing system. 48. The processing system of claim 47, wherein the amount of lottery ticket purchased comprises a partial lottery ticket. Calculating a purchase price of the purchase; Calculating a price to be rounded; Calculating a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the price to be rounded; Generating a selection signal indicating a selection between the upcell and the change; and And exchanging the upcells by the rounded amount if the selection signal indicates the selection of upcells. 50. The method of claim 49, wherein if the selection signal indicates a change of change, identifying a second upcell to generate a second select signal indicating a choice between the second upcell and the change; and Exchanging a second upcell with the rounded amount if the second selection signal indicates the selection of the second upcell. 51. The method of claim 50, further comprising: generating an arbitrary value; And The step of identifying the second up-sell further comprises the step of performing only when the predetermined value is within a predetermined range. 50. The method of claim 49, further comprising the step of printing a certificate. 53. The method of claim 52, further comprising: maintaining an identifier database; Generating a unique identifier; Storing the unique identifier in the identifier database; And And printing the unique identifier on a certificate. 53. The method of claim 52, further comprising: generating a date identifier that depends on the date of purchase; And A method of determining an upsell of a purchase at a store-only terminal further comprising the step of printing a date identifier on the certificate. 50. The method of claim 49, further comprising: maintaining a database of provided upcells; Storing the rounding amount in a database of the provided upcell; Storing the upcell in the database of the provided upcell; And And storing the selected signal in the provided upcell database. 56. The method of claim 55, further comprising storing a purchase date in a database of provided upcells. 50. The method of claim 49, wherein the upsell determines an upsell of a purchase in a store-only terminal consisting of game items. 58. The method of claim 57, further comprising: maintaining a game database; Generating a unique identifier; Storing the unique identifier in the game database; And And storing the rounding amount in the game database. 50. The method of claim 49, further comprising the step of associating the upcell with the customer by displaying a signal indicating the upcell in the customer record when the selection signal indicates the selection of the upcell. 60. The method of claim 59, further comprising: storing a signal indicative of a first customer identifier for identifying a first customer who has donated an upsell; And storing a signal indicative of a second customer identifier for identifying a second customer that has received the upsell. 60. The method of claim 59, further comprising: storing a signal indicative of a first customer identifier for identifying the first customer that provided the upsell; Storing a signal indicative of a plurality of customer identifiers for identifying the plurality of customers; And selecting at least one customer to receive the upsell by storing at least one of the plurality of customer identifiers. 50. The method of claim 49, wherein identifying the upcell comprises identifying a plurality of upcells corresponding to the compared upcell prices in a database, wherein outputting indicates at least one of the identified upcells. A method of determining upsell of a purchase in a store-only terminal comprising outputting a signal. 63. The method of claim 62, further comprising generating a selection signal indicative of a choice between at least one of the identified plurality of upcells and the change. 63. The method of claim 62, further comprising storing the identified plurality of upcells and placing the first upcells to be ordered before a second upcell. 65. The method of claim 64, wherein said outputting step determines an upsell of a purchase at a store-only terminal that outputs a signal indicating a first upsell. 67. The method of claim 65, further comprising: generating a selection signal indicating a selection between the identified plurality of upcells and change money; And And if the selection signal does not indicate the selection of the first upcell, outputting a signal indicating the second upcell. 65. The method of claim 64, wherein the storing step determines the upcell of the purchase in a store-only terminal that classifies the identified plurality of upcells according to the cost of each identified upcell. 50. The method of claim 49, further comprising generating a purchase condition, Maintaining the data consists of maintaining a database of at least one upsell price and a corresponding upsell and at least one upsell condition, The determining may include determining an upsell of a purchase in a terminal for a store dedicated to confirm at least one upsell in a database corresponding to the compared upsell price and purchase condition. 50. The method of claim 49, wherein generating the price to be rounded comprises generating a rounding price that depends on an integer greater than the purchase price. 70. The method of claim 69, wherein generating the price to be rounded comprises generating a rounding price that depends on a minimum integer greater than the purchase price. 50. The method of claim 49, wherein generating the value to be rounded comprises generating a rounding value that is dependent on a quarter multiple greater than the purchase price. 50. The method of claim 49, further comprising storing a preference-upcell signal indicating an upsell for each of a plurality of customers. 73. The method of claim 72, wherein generating the selection signal comprises accessing a stored preference-upcell signal and generating a selection signal accordingly. Maintaining at least one upcell and its database; Calculating a purchase price of the purchase; Calculating a price to be rounded; Calculating a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the price to be rounded; Comparing the calculated rounding amount with at least one upsell price in a database; and Identifying at least one upsell in a database corresponding to the compared upsell price if the calculated rounding amount corresponds to the compared upsell price. 75. The method of claim 74, further comprising generating a selection signal indicating a selection between the identified upsell and the change money. 76. The method of claim 75, wherein the database comprises a plurality of upsell prices and corresponding upsells; If the selection signal indicates a change of change, identifying a second upcell in the database corresponding to the compared upcell. 75. The method of claim 74, wherein the generating of the selection signal comprises generating a selection signal indicating a selection between the identified upcell and the change and the second upcell, And if the selection signal indicates the selection of the second upcell, determining a second upcell price corresponding to the second upcell. 76. The method of claim 75, further comprising the step of printing a certificate. 80. The method of claim 78, further comprising printing an identifier on the certificate. 79. The method of claim 78, further comprising: maintaining an identifier database; Generating a unique identifier; Storing the unique identifier in the identifier database; and And printing the unique identifier on a certificate. 79. The method of claim 78, further comprising: generating a date identifier that depends on the date of purchase; And A method of determining an upsell of a purchase at a store-only terminal further comprising the step of printing a date identifier on the certificate. 76. The method of claim 75, further comprising: maintaining a database of provided upcells; Storing the rounding amount in a database of the provided upcell; Storing the identified upcell in the database of the provided upcell; And And storing the selected signal in the provided upcell database. 84. The method of claim 82, further comprising storing a purchase date in the provided upcell database. 76. The method of claim 75, wherein the upsell determines an upsell of a purchase in a store-only terminal comprised of game items. 85. The method of claim 84, further comprising: maintaining a game database; Generating a unique identifier; Storing the unique identifier in the game database; And And storing the rounding amount in the game database. 76. The upsell of a purchase according to claim 75, further comprising the step of: associating the identified upcell with the customer by displaying a signal indicative of the confirmed upcell in the customer record if the selection signal indicates the selection of the identified upsell; How to decide. 87. The method of claim 86, further comprising: storing a signal indicative of a first customer identifier for identifying the first customer that has donated the identified upsell; And storing a signal indicative of a second customer identifier for identifying a second customer that has received the upsell. 87. The method of claim 86, further comprising: storing a signal indicative of a first customer identifier for identifying the first customer that provided the upsell; Storing a signal indicative of a plurality of customer identifiers for identifying the plurality of customers; And selecting at least one customer to receive the upsell by storing at least one of the plurality of customer identifiers. 76. The method of claim 75, further comprising storing a preference-upsell signal indicative of an upsell for each of a plurality of customers. 90. The method of claim 89, wherein generating the selection signal comprises accessing a stored preference-upcell signal and generating a selection signal accordingly. 75. The method of claim 74, wherein identifying the upsell comprises determining an upsell of the purchase at a store-only terminal that identifies a plurality of upcells in the database corresponding to the compared upsell price. 92. The method of claim 91, further comprising generating a selection signal indicative of a choice between at least one of the identified plurality of upcells and the change. 92. The method of claim 91, further comprising storing the identified plurality of upcells and placing the first upcells to be ordered before a second upcell. 94. The method of claim 93, wherein said storing step consists in classifying a plurality of identified upcells according to the cost of each identified upcell. 75. The method of claim 74, further comprising: generating a purchase condition; Maintaining the database consists of maintaining a database of at least one upcell price and a corresponding upcell and at least one upcell condition; The determining step comprises the step of identifying at least one upsell in the database corresponding to the compared upsell price and the purchase condition. 75. The method of claim 74, wherein generating the price to be rounded determines upsell of the purchase at a store-only terminal that generates a rounding price that depends on an integer greater than the purchase price. 100. The method of claim 96, wherein generating the price to be rounded comprises generating a rounding price that depends on a minimum integer greater than the purchase price. 75. The method of claim 74, wherein generating the value to be rounded comprises generating a rounding value that is dependent on a quarter multiple greater than the purchase price. A storage device; A processor connected to the storage device The storage device stores at least one upcell and a program controlling the upcell and the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with a program Calculate the purchase price of the purchase, Calculate the price to be rounded, Calculate a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the price to be rounded, Comparing the calculated rounding amount to at least one upcell in a database, and If the calculated rounded amount corresponds to the compared upsell price, identifying at least one upsell in the database corresponding to the compared upsell price Device for determining upsell of purchases. 107. The apparatus of claim 99, wherein the processor also operates with a program to determine an upcell of a purchase that generates a select signal indicative of a choice between the identified upcell and the change. 101. The database of claim 100, wherein the database includes a plurality of upcell prices and corresponding upcells, and the processor also operates with a program to generate a second in the database corresponding to the compared upcells if the selection signal indicates a change of change. Device for determining the upcell of the purchase to identify the upcell. 107. The processor of claim 99, wherein the processor is also operated with a program Generate a selection signal indicating a choice between the identified upsell, the change money and the second upcell, and if the selection signal selects the second upcell, determine the upsell of the purchase which determines the price of the second upcell corresponding to the second upcell Device. 101. The apparatus of claim 100, further comprising a printer connected to the processor to print a certificate, the upsell of the purchase. 109. The apparatus of claim 103, wherein the processor is further configured to determine an upsell of a purchase that operates with a program to drive a printer to print an identifier on a certificate. 107. The apparatus of claim 103, wherein the storage device also stores an identifier database; and The processor also operates in conjunction with a program Generate a unique identifier; Store the unique identifier in an identifier database; and A device for determining an upsell of a purchase that drives a printer to print the unique identifier on a certificate. 107. The processor of claim 103, wherein the processor is further operable with a program Generate a date identifier that depends on the purchase date; and A device for determining an upsell of a purchase that drives a printer to print the date identifier on a certificate. 101. The apparatus of claim 100, wherein the storage device also stores a provided upcell database; and The processor also operates in conjunction with a program Storing the rounding amount in the provided upcell database; Storing the identified upcells in the provided upcell database; and And determine an upcell of the purchase which stores the selection signal in the provided upcell database. 107. The apparatus of claim 107, wherein the processor is further configured to work with a program to determine an upsell of a purchase that stores a purchase date in a provided upcell database. 101. The apparatus of claim 100, wherein the upcell is determined upsell of a purchase consisting of game items. 109. The apparatus of claim 109, wherein the storage device stores a game database, and The processor also works with the program Generate a unique identifier; Store the unique identifier in the game database; and And storing the rounding amount in the game database. 101. The device of claim 100, wherein the storage device stores customer records, and The processor also works with the program And when the selection signal indicates the selection of the identified upsell, storing a signal indicative of the confirmed upsell in the customer record to determine the upsell of the purchase, which is associated with the identified upsell and the customer. 117. The apparatus of claim 111, wherein the storage device further comprises: a signal indicating a first customer identifier for identifying a first customer that donates an identified upsell; and A device for determining an upsell of a purchase that consists of storing a signal indicating a second customer identifier for identifying a second customer receiving a donated upsell. 117. The apparatus of claim 111, wherein the storage device further comprises: a signal indicating a first customer identifier for identifying a first customer that donates an identified upsell; and Store a signal indicative of a plurality of customer identifiers for identifying the plurality of customers; The processor also operates with the program to determine at least one customer to receive the upselled donor by selecting at least one of the plurality of customer identifiers. 101. The apparatus of claim 100, wherein the storage device also determines an upsell of a purchase that consists of storing a preference-upcell signal indicative of an upsell of each of a plurality of customers. 118. The apparatus of claim 114, wherein the processor is further configured to operate with the program to access the stored preference-upcell signal and generate a selection signal accordingly. 101. The apparatus of claim 100, wherein the processor also operates with the program to determine a number of upcells in the database that correspond to the compared upcell prices. 118. The apparatus of claim 116, wherein the processor is further configured to operate with the program to generate a selection signal indicative of a selection between at least one of the plurality of identified upcells and the change. 118. The apparatus of claim 116, wherein the processor is further configured to operate with the program to classify the plurality of identified upcells and to arrange the first upcell to be ordered before the second upcell. 118. The apparatus of claim 118, wherein the processor also operates with the program to determine an upsell of the purchase that consists of sorting the plurality of identified upcells according to respective costs of the identified upcells. 107. The apparatus of claim 99, wherein the storage device also stores at least one upcell price and a database of corresponding upcells and at least one corresponding upcell condition; The processor also operates with the program to generate a purchase condition and to determine an upsell of the purchase that consists of identifying at least one upcell in the database corresponding to the compared upsell price and the purchase condition. 107. The apparatus of claim 99, wherein the processor also operates with the program to determine an upsell of the purchase that includes generating a rounded price that depends on an integer greater than the purchase price. 126. The apparatus of claim 121, wherein the processor also operates with the program to generate a round up price that is dependent on a minimum integer greater than the purchase price. 107. The apparatus of claim 99, wherein the processor also operates with the program to generate a round up value that is dependent on a quarter multiple that is greater than the purchase price. A method of determining an upsell of a purchase in a POS terminal, the terminal stores a payment request amount, Maintaining at least one upcell price and a database of the upcell; Calculating a purchase price of the purchase; Setting a payment request amount to be equal to the purchase price; Calculating a price to be rounded; Calculating a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the price to be rounded; Comparing the calculated rounding amount with at least one upsell price in the database; and If the calculated rounded amount corresponds to the compared upsell price, identifying at least one upsell in the database corresponding to the compared upsell price and outputting a signal indicating the confirmed upsell; How to determine upsell of purchases. 124. The method of claim 124, further comprising: generating a selection signal indicating a selection between the identified upsell and the change money; and And setting the payment request amount to be equal to the price to be rounded when the selection signal indicates the confirmed upcell selection. 126. The method of claim 125, wherein the database comprises a plurality of upsell prices and corresponding upsells; If the selection signal indicates a change of money, identifying a second upcell in the database corresponding to the compared upcell price, and outputting a signal indicating the confirmed second upcell; How to determine upsell. 126. The method of claim 126, further comprising: calculating an arbitrary value; And outputting a signal indicative of the confirmed second upcell is determined by the store-only terminal in such a way that the output is performed only when an arbitrary value is within a predetermined range. 124. The method of claim 124, wherein generating a selection signal consists of generating a selection signal indicating a selection between the identified upcell and the change and the second upcell, If the selection signal indicates a second upsell, the second upsell price corresponding to the second upsell is determined. If the calculated rounded amount corresponds to the second upsell price, setting up the payment request amount to be equal to the price to be rounded. 126. The method of claim 125, further comprising the step of printing a certificate. 131. The method of claim 129, further comprising the step of printing an identifier on the certificate. 129. The method of claim 129, further comprising: maintaining an identifier database; Generating a unique identifier; Storing the unique identifier in the identifier database; and And printing the unique identifier on the certificate, wherein the upsell of the purchase is determined at the POS terminal. 129. The method of claim 129, further comprising: generating a date identifier that depends on the date of purchase; and And printing the date identifier on a certificate. 126. The method of claim 125, further comprising: maintaining a database of provided upcells; Storing the rounding amount in a database of the provided upcell; Storing the identified upcell in the database of the provided upcell; and And storing the selection signal in the provided upcell database. 138. The method of claim 133, further comprising storing a purchase date in a database of provided upcells. 126. The method of claim 125, wherein the upsell determines an upsell of a purchase in a store-only terminal consisting of game items. 138. The method of claim 135, further comprising: maintaining a game database; Generating a unique identifier; Storing the unique identifier in the game database; and And storing the rounding amount in the game database. 126. The method of claim 125, further comprising: associating the identified upcell with the customer by storing a signal indicative of the confirmed upcell in the customer record if the selection signal indicates the selection of the identified upcell. How to determine upsell. 137. The method of claim 137, further comprising: storing a signal indicative of a first customer identifier for identifying a first customer that has donated the identified upsell; And storing a signal indicative of a second customer identifier for identifying a second customer that has received the upsell. 137. The method of claim 137, further comprising: storing a signal indicative of a first customer identifier for identifying the first customer that provided the identified upsell; Storing a signal indicative of a plurality of customer identifiers for identifying the plurality of customers; And selecting at least one customer to receive the upsell by storing at least one of the plurality of customer identifiers. 126. The method of claim 125, further comprising storing a preference-upsell signal indicative of an upsell of each of a plurality of customers. 141. The method of claim 140, wherein generating a selection signal comprises accessing a stored preference-upcell signal and generating a selection signal accordingly. 126. The method of claim 124, wherein identifying upcells comprises identifying a plurality of upcells in the database corresponding to the compared upcell prices, and outputting outputs a signal indicative of at least one of the identified plurality of upcells. And determining an upsell of the purchase in the store-only terminal. 146. The method of claim 142, further comprising generating a selection signal indicative of a choice between at least one of the plurality of identified upcells and the change money. 146. The method of claim 142, further comprising: classifying a plurality of identified upcells and arranging the first upcell to be ordered before a second upcell. 145. The method of claim 144, wherein the outputting step determines the upsell of the purchase in a store-only terminal that outputs a signal indicating the first upsell. 145. The method of claim 145, further comprising: generating a signal indicative of a choice between the identified upcell and the change money; And if the selection signal does not indicate the selection of the first upcell, outputting a signal indicating the second upcell. 145. The method of claim 144, wherein the classifying step determines the upcell of the purchase in a store-only terminal that classifies the plurality of identified upcells according to respective costs of the identified upcells. 126. The method of claim 124, further comprising generating a purchase condition, Maintaining the database consists of maintaining a database of at least one upsell price and corresponding upsell and at least one corresponding upsell condition, The determining step comprises the step of identifying at least one upsell in the database corresponding to the compared upsell price and the purchase condition. 124. The method of claim 124, wherein generating a price to be rounded comprises generating a price to be rounded that depends on an integer greater than the purchase price. 149. The method of claim 149, wherein generating a price to be rounded comprises generating a rounding price that depends on a minimum integer greater than the purchase price. 124. The method of claim 124, wherein generating a value to be rounded comprises generating a rounding value that is dependent on a quarter multiple greater than the purchase price. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a payment request amount, at least one upcell, a program controlling the upcell and the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with a program Calculate the purchase price of the purchase, Set a payment request amount to be equal to the purchase price; Calculate the price to be rounded, Calculate a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the price to be rounded, Compare the calculated rounding amount with at least one upcell in the database, and If the calculated rounded amount corresponds to the compared upsell price, identifying at least one upsell in the database corresponding to the compared upsell price. Device for determining upsell of purchases. 152. The apparatus of claim 152, wherein the processor is further configured to determine an upcell of a purchase that operates with the program to generate a select signal indicating a choice between the identified upcell and the change. 153. The database of claim 153, wherein the database includes a plurality of upcell prices and corresponding upcells, and the processor also operates with the program to generate a second upcell in the database corresponding to the compared upcells if the selection signal indicates a change in change. A device for determining an upsell of a purchase consisting of verifying. 158. The processor of claim 152, wherein the processor is also operated in conjunction with Generate a selection signal indicating a choice between the identified upcell, the change money, and the second upcell, And if the selection signal selects the second upcell, the apparatus for determining the upcell of the purchase, which comprises determining a second upcell price corresponding to the second upcell. 153. The apparatus of claim 153, further comprising a printer connected to the processor to print the certificate, the upsell of the purchase. 165. The apparatus of claim 156, wherein the processor is further to determine an upsell of the purchase that operates with the program to drive the printer to print the identifier on the certificate. 158. The apparatus of claim 156, wherein the storage device also stores an identifier database; and The processor also works with the program Generate a unique identifier; Store the unique identifier in the identifier database; and A device for determining an upsell of a purchase that drives a printer to print the unique identifier on a certificate. 158. The processor of claim 156, wherein the processor is also operated in conjunction with a program Generate a date identifier that depends on the purchase date; and A device for determining an upsell of a purchase that drives a printer to print the date identifier on a certificate. 154. A storage device according to claim 153, wherein the storage device also stores a provided upcell database; and The processor also works with the program Storing the rounding amount in the provided upcell database; Storing the identified upcells in the provided upcell database; and And determine an upcell of the purchase which stores the selection signal in the provided upcell database. 162. The apparatus of claim 160, wherein the processor is also operable with the program to determine an upsell of the purchase that stores the purchase date in a provided upcell database. 153. The apparatus of claim 153, wherein the upcell is determined upsell of a purchase consisting of game items. 162. The apparatus of claim 162, wherein the storage device stores a game database, and The processor also works with the program Generate a unique identifier; Store the unique identifier in the game database; and A device for determining upsell of purchases comprising storing a rounding amount in said game database. 153. The apparatus of claim 153, wherein the storage device stores customer records, and The processor also works with the program And when the selection signal indicates a selection of the identified upsell, storing a signal indicative of the confirmed upsell in the customer record to determine the upsell of the purchase, which is associated with the identified upsell and the customer. 175. The apparatus of claim 164, wherein the storage device further comprises: a signal indicative of a first customer identifier for identifying a first customer that is donating an identified upcell; and A device for determining an upsell of a purchase that consists of storing a signal indicating a second customer identifier for identifying a second customer receiving a donated upsell. 175. The apparatus of claim 164, wherein the storage device further comprises: a signal indicative of a first customer identifier for identifying a first customer that is donating an identified upcell; and Store a signal indicative of a plurality of customer identifiers for identifying the plurality of customers; The processor also operates with the program to determine at least one customer to receive the upselled donor by selecting at least one of the plurality of customer identifiers. 153. The apparatus of claim 153, wherein the storage device also determines an upcell of a purchase that consists of storing a preference-upcell signal indicative of an upcell of each of a plurality of customers. 167. The apparatus of claim 167, wherein the processor is further configured to operate with the program to access the stored preference-upcell signal and generate a selection signal accordingly. 153. The apparatus of claim 152, wherein the processor also operates with the program to identify a plurality of upcells in the database corresponding to the compared upcell prices. 172. The apparatus of claim 169, wherein the processor is further configured to operate with the program to generate a selection signal indicative of a selection between at least one of the plurality of identified upcells and the change. 172. The apparatus of claim 169, wherein the processor also operates with the program to classify the plurality of identified upcells and to arrange the first upcell to be ordered before the second upcell. 172. The apparatus of claim 171, wherein the processor also operates with the program to determine the upcells of the purchase that comprise sorting the plurality of identified upcells according to respective costs of the identified upcells. 152. The apparatus of claim 152, wherein the storage device further stores a database of at least one upcell price and corresponding upcell and at least one corresponding upcell condition; The processor also operates with the program to generate a purchase condition and to determine an upsell of the purchase that consists of identifying at least one upcell in the database corresponding to the compared upsell price and the purchase condition. 153. The apparatus of claim 152, wherein the processor is further configured to operate with the program to generate a round price that depends on an integer greater than the purchase price. 176. The apparatus of claim 174, wherein the processor is further configured to operate with the program to generate a round up price that depends on a minimum integer greater than the purchase price. 153. The apparatus of claim 152, wherein the processor is further configured to operate with the program to generate a rounding value that depends on a quarter multiple that is greater than the purchase price. A second method of product determination that relies on a purchase, wherein the purchase includes the first product; the terminal stores a payment amount, Maintaining a database of at least one upsell price and corresponding purchase item and corresponding second product; Calculating a purchase price of the purchase; Setting a payment request amount to be equal to the purchase price; Calculating a price to be rounded; Calculating a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the price to be rounded; Comparing the calculated rounding amount with at least one upsell price in the database; and Identifying the purchase item and the second product corresponding to the compared upsell price in the database if the calculated rounded amount corresponds to the compared upsell price; If the first product corresponds to a confirmed purchase, outputting a signal indicating the second product, Generating a selection signal indicating a selection between the second product and the first product; and If the selection signal indicates the selection of the second product, the payment requirement is made to be equal to the price to be rounded. How to decide on a second product that depends on purchasing. As a second product determination device that relies on a purchase, the purchase includes the first product, Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a payment request amount, at least one upcell, a program controlling the upcell and the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with a program Calculate the purchase price of the purchase, Set a payment request amount to be equal to the purchase price; Calculate the price to be rounded, Calculate a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the price to be rounded, Comparing the calculated rounding amount to at least one upcell in a database, and If the calculated rounded amount corresponds to the compared upsell price, the purchase item corresponding to the compared upsell price in the database and the second product are identified. If the first product corresponds to a confirmed purchase, output a signal indicating the second product, Generating a selection signal indicating a selection between the second product and the first product; and If the selection signal indicates the selection of the second product, the payment requirement is made to be equal to the price to be rounded. Second product determination device, depending on the purchase. A second method of product determination that relies on a purchase, wherein the purchase includes the first product; the terminal stores a payment amount, Maintaining a database of at least one upsell price and corresponding purchase item and corresponding second product; Calculating a purchase price of the purchase; Setting a payment request amount to be equal to the purchase price; Calculating a price to be rounded; Calculating a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the price to be rounded; Comparing the calculated rounding amount with at least one upsell price in the database; and Identifying the purchase item and the second product corresponding to the compared upsell price in the database if the calculated rounded amount corresponds to the compared upsell price; If the first product corresponds to a confirmed purchase, outputting a signal indicating the second product, Generating a selection signal indicating a selection between a second product and a change; and If the selection signal indicates the selection of the second product, the payment requirement is made to be equal to the price to be rounded. How to decide on a second product that depends on purchasing. As a second product determination device that relies on a purchase, the purchase includes the first product, Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a payment request amount, at least one upcell, a program controlling the upcell and the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with a program Calculate the purchase price of the purchase, Set a payment request amount to be equal to the purchase price; Calculate the price to be rounded, Calculate a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the price to be rounded, Comparing the calculated rounding amount to at least one upcell in a database, and If the calculated rounded amount corresponds to the compared upsell price, the purchase item corresponding to the compared upsell price in the database and the second product are identified. If the first product corresponds to a confirmed purchase, output a signal indicating the second product, Generating a selection signal indicating a choice between a second product and a change; and If the selection signal indicates the selection of the second product, the payment requirement is made to be equal to the price to be rounded. Second product determination device device depending on the purchase. Calculating a purchase price of the purchase, Setting a payment request amount to be equal to the purchase price, Calculating a price to be rounded, Calculating a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the rounded price, Generating a selection signal indicating a selection between the upcell and the change; and If the selection signal indicates a selection of upsell, the payment request amount is set to be equal to the price to be rounded up. A method of providing upsell of a purchase in a store-only terminal. 181. The method of claim 181, further comprising providing a certificate if the selection signal indicates the selection of the upcell. 182. The method of claim 182, further comprising printing an identifier on the certificate. Maintaining an identifier database; Generating a unique identifier; Storing the unique identifier in the identifier database; and The method of claim 1, further comprising the step of printing the unique identifier on the certificate. 182. The method of claim 182, further comprising: generating a date identifier that depends on the date of purchase; and The method of claim 1, further comprising the step of printing the date identifier on the certificate of the store-only terminal. 181. The method of claim 181, further comprising: maintaining a database of provided upcells; Storing the rounding amount in a database of the provided upcell; Storing the identified upcell in the database of the provided upcell; and And storing the selection signal in the provided upcell database. 186. The method of claim 186, further comprising storing a purchase date in a database of provided upcells. 181. The method of claim 181, wherein the upsell provides upsell of purchases in a store-only terminal consisting of game items. 185. The method of claim 188, further comprising: maintaining a game database; Generating a unique identifier; Storing the unique identifier in the game database; and And storing the rounded amount in a game database. 181. The method of claim 181, further comprising: storing a signal indicative of the confirmed upcell in the customer record and associating the identified upcell with the customer if the selection signal indicates the selection of the identified upcell. How to provide upsell. 192. The method of claim 190, further comprising: storing a signal indicative of a first customer identifier for identifying a first customer who has donated the identified upsell; And storing a signal indicative of a second customer identifier for identifying the second customer who has received the upsell. 192. The method of claim 190, further comprising: storing a signal indicative of a first customer identifier for identifying the first customer that provided the identified upsell; Storing a signal indicative of a plurality of customer identifiers for identifying the plurality of customers; And storing at least one of the plurality of customer identifiers to select at least one customer to receive the upsell. 182. The method of claim 181, further comprising storing a preference-upsell signal indicative of an upsell of each of a plurality of customers. 199. The method of claim 193, wherein generating a selection signal comprises accessing a stored preference-upcell signal and generating a selection signal accordingly. 182. The method of claim 181, wherein calculating the price to be rounded comprises generating a rounding price that depends on an integer greater than the purchase price. 202. The method of claim 195, wherein calculating the price to be rounded comprises generating a rounding value that depends on a minimum integer greater than the purchase price. 181. The method of claim 181, wherein calculating the price to be rounded comprises generating a rounding value that is dependent on a quarter multiple greater than the purchase price. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a payment request amount and a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with a program Calculate the purchase price of the purchase, Set a payment request amount to be equal to the purchase price; Calculate the price to be rounded, Calculate a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the price to be rounded, Generate a selection signal indicating a choice between upcell and change money; and If the selection signal indicates a selection of upsell, the payment request amount is set to be equal to the price to be rounded up. Device that provides upsell of purchases. 199. The apparatus of claim 198, wherein the processor operates in accordance with the program to generate a selection signal indicative of a selection between the identified upsell and the change. 199. The apparatus of claim 199, further comprising a printer connected to the processor for printing a certificate. 209. The apparatus of claim 200, wherein the processor also operates with the program to provide an upsell of the purchase that drives the printer to print the identifier on the certificate. 213. The apparatus of claim 200, wherein the storage device also stores an identifier database; and The processor also works with the program Generate a unique identifier; Store the unique identifier in the identifier database; and Apparatus for providing an upsell of a purchase which drives a printer to print the unique identifier on a certificate. 200. The processor of claim 199, wherein the processor is also operated in conjunction with a program Generate a date identifier that depends on the purchase date; and Apparatus for providing an upsell of a purchase which drives a printer to print the date identifier on a certificate. 200. The apparatus of claim 199, wherein the storage device also stores a provided upcell database; and The processor also works with the program Storing the rounding amount in the provided upcell database; Storing the identified upcells in the provided upcell database; and Providing an upsell of a purchase which stores a selection signal in the provided upcell database. 206. The apparatus of claim 204, wherein the processor also operates with the program to provide an upsell of the purchase that stores the purchase date in a provided upcell database. 199. The apparatus of claim 199, wherein the upsell is comprised of game items. 206. The system of claim 206, wherein the storage device stores a game database, and The processor also works with the program Generate a unique identifier; Store the unique identifier in the game database; and A device for providing upsell of purchases comprising storing a rounded amount in said game database. 199. The storage device of claim 199, wherein the storage device stores customer records, and The processor also works with the program And if the selection signal indicates a selection of the identified upsell, storing a signal indicative of the identified upsell in the customer record to associate the identified upsell with the customer. 213. The apparatus of claim 208, wherein the storage device further comprises: a signal indicative of a first customer identifier for identifying the first customer that has donated the identified upcell; and A device for providing an upsell of a purchase consisting of storing a signal indicating a second customer identifier for identifying a second customer receiving a donated upcell. 213. The apparatus of claim 208, wherein the storage device further comprises: a signal indicative of a first customer identifier for identifying the first customer that has donated the identified upcell; and Store a signal indicative of a plurality of customer identifiers for identifying the plurality of customers; The processor also provides an upsell of a purchase that consists of selecting at least one customer to receive a donated upcell by operating with the program to select at least one of a plurality of customer identifiers. 199. The apparatus of claim 199, wherein the storage device also stores an up-sell signal of preference, indicating an up-sell of each of a plurality of customers. 213. The apparatus of claim 211, wherein the processor also operates with the program to access the stored preference-upcell signal and generate a selection signal accordingly. 199. The apparatus of claim 198, wherein the processor also operates with the program to provide an upsell of the purchase that generates a rounded value that depends on an integer greater than the purchase price. 213. The apparatus of claim 213, wherein the processor also operates with the program to provide an upsell of the purchase that generates a round value that depends on a minimum integer greater than the purchase price. 199. The apparatus of claim 198, wherein the processor also operates with the program to provide an upsell of the purchase that generates a rounded value that is dependent on a quarter multiple that is greater than the purchase price. Calculating a purchase price of the purchase; Calculating a price to be rounded; Calculating a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the price to be rounded; Comparing the calculated rounding amount with at least one upsell price in a database; Generating a selection signal indicating a selection between the upcell and the change; and And printing an indication indicating a rounded amount if the selection signal indicates a selection of the upcell. A storage device; A processor coupled to the storage device; and A printer connected to the processor, The storage device stores a program for controlling the processor; The processor operates in accordance with a program Calculate the purchase price of the purchase, Calculate the price to be rounded, Calculate a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the price to be rounded; and Generate a selection signal indicating a choice between upcell and change money; and And the printer determines the upsell of the purchase that prints an indication indicating the rounded amount if the selection signal indicates the upsell selection. As a method of determining the upsell of the purchase in the terminal dedicated to the store, the terminal stores the payment request amount, Calculating a purchase price of the purchase; Calculating a price to be rounded; Calculating a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the price to be rounded; Comparing the calculated rounding amount with at least one upsell price in a database; Setting a payment amount to be equal to the price to be rounded; Providing an upsell in exchange for a rounded amount; Maintaining a database of at least one upcell price and a corresponding upsell cell; Receiving a purchase price of the purchase; Calculating a price to be rounded; Calculating a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the price to be rounded; Comparing the calculated rounding amount with at least one upsell price in a database; and Identifying at least one upsell corresponding to the compared upsell price in the database if the calculated rounded amount corresponds to the compared upsell price; and Outputting a signal indicative of the identified upcell How to determine upsell of purchases. 219. The method of claim 219, further comprising: generating a selection signal indicating a selection between the identified upsell and the change money; and And sending a price to be rounded if the selection signal indicates the selection of the identified upcell. 220. The method of claim 220, wherein the step of transmitting the price to be rounded determines an upsell of the purchase that transmits the price to be rounded to the register if the selection signal indicates a selection of the identified upcell. 219. The method of claim 219, wherein receiving a purchase price comprises receiving a purchase price from a register. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a payment request amount, at least one upcell, a program controlling the upcell and the processor; The processor operates in accordance with a program Receive the purchase price of the purchase, Calculate the price to be rounded, Calculate a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the price to be rounded, Comparing the calculated rounding amount to at least one upcell in a database, and If the calculated rounded amount corresponds to the compared upsell price, identify at least one upsell in the database corresponding to the compared upsell price, and To output a signal indicating the identified upcell Device for determining upsell of purchases. 226. A processor according to claim 223, wherein the processor is further configured to operate in accordance with the program to generate a selection signal indicative of the selection between the identified upcell and the change money, and And an upcell of the purchase which transmits a price to be rounded if the selection signal indicates a selection of the identified upcell. 224. The apparatus of claim 224, wherein the processor is further operable in accordance with the program to determine an upcell of a purchase that sends a price to the register to be rounded upon indicating a selection of the upcell whose selection signal has been identified. 234. The apparatus of claim 223, wherein the processor is further to operate according to the program to determine the upsell of the purchase to receive the purchase price from the register. A method of determining an upsell of a purchase at a register storing a payment amount, the register communicating with a processing system, Calculating a purchase price of the purchase; Setting a payment request amount to be equal to the purchase price; Transmitting the purchase price to a processing system; and When a price to be rounded is received from the processing system, a method of determining an upsell of a purchase at a register that stores a payment amount to set the payment amount to be equal to the price to be rounded A device for determining an upsell of a purchase, the device communicating with a processing system, Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a payment request amount and a program controlling the processor; The processor operates in accordance with the program Calculate a purchase price of the purchase; Set a payment request amount equal to the purchase price; Send the purchase price to the processing system; and When a price to be rounded is received from the processing system, the payment request amount is set to be equal to the price to be rounded. Device for determining upsell of purchases. Determining an amount; Allocating a percentage of the lottery based on the amount; Outputting a lottery identifier confirming the lottery and a rate identifier confirming the allocation ratio of the lottery; and And classifying the lottery identifier and the ratio identifier. A method for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery using a store-only terminal. 302. The method of claim 229, wherein determining the amount comprises determining the amount based on the amount of change money to be paid for the purchase. 228. The method of claim 229, further comprising selecting a lottery ticket from the plurality of lotteries to facilitate the purchase of the partial lottery using a store-only terminal. 231. The method of claim 231, wherein selecting a lottery ticket from a plurality of lotteries comprises selecting a lottery ticket having a non-allocating rate at least as large as the amount of money. 231. The method of claim 231, wherein selecting a lottery ticket from the plurality of lotteries comprises: determining a lottery set having an unallocated ratio that is at least as large as the amount of money; A method for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery using a store-only terminal comprising the step of selecting a lottery having a minimum unassigned ratio in the lottery set. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; The processor operates in accordance with the program Determine the amount; Assign a percentage of the lottery based on the amount; Output a lottery checker for checking the lottery and a rate checker for checking the allocation ratio of the lottery; and Storing the lottery checker and the rate checker in a storage device A device for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery using a terminal dedicated to a store. 234. The apparatus of claim 234, wherein the processor also operates in accordance with the program to facilitate the purchase of the partial lottery using a store-only terminal that determines an amount based on the amount of change money to be paid for the purchase. 234. The apparatus of claim 234, wherein the processor also operates in accordance with the program to facilitate the purchase of the partial lottery using a store-only terminal that selects the lottery from a plurality of lotteries. 236. The apparatus of claim 236, wherein the processor also operates in accordance with the program to facilitate the purchase of the partial lottery using a store-only terminal that selects a lottery having an unassigned rate that is at least as large as the amount. 236. The system of claim 236, wherein the processor is further configured to operate in accordance with a program to determine a lottery set each having an unallocated rate at least as large as the amount; Apparatus for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery by using a store-only terminal for selecting a lottery ticket having a minimum unassigned ratio in the lottery set. Determining an amount; Allocating a ratio of each lottery in a plurality of lotteries and associating an allocation ratio of each lottery with a ratio of the amount of money; Outputting a plurality of lottery identifiers confirming a plurality of lotteries and a plurality of rate identifiers confirming an assigned ratio of each lottery; and Storing the lottery verifier and the ratio verifier A method for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery using a store-only terminal. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; The processor operates in accordance with the program Determine the amount; Assigning a ratio of each lottery in a plurality of lotteries to associate the allocation ratio of each lottery with the ratio of the amount; Output a plurality of lottery identifiers identifying multiple lotteries and a plurality of rate identifiers confirming an assigned ratio of each lottery; and Storing the lottery checker and the rate checker in a storage device A device for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery using a terminal dedicated to a store. Determining the amount of change in purchases; Determining an amount based on the amount of change money; Selecting a lottery ticket from a plurality of lottery tickets so that the selected lottery ticket has an unassigned rate that is at least as large as the amount; Allocating at least one proportion of the selected lottery based on the amount; Outputting a lottery confirmer for confirming the lottery and a rate confirmer for confirming the assigned ratio of the selected lottery; and Storing the lottery verifier and the ratio verifier A method for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery using a store-only terminal. 245. The method of claim 241, wherein determining the amount of money comprises: rounding the amount of change money by a predetermined multiple to calculate the amount of rounded change money; and A method for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery ticket using a store-only terminal, the method comprising setting an amount equal to an amount of rounded change. 245. The store-only terminal of claim 242, wherein the rounding of the amount of change money comprises calculating an amount of rounded-down change money by rounding the amount of change money to a predetermined multiple. To facilitate the purchase of a partial lottery ticket. 245. A method according to claim 241, further comprising the step of outputting a offer for exchanging for partial lottery for change money. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; The processor operates in accordance with the program Determine the amount of change in purchases; Determine an amount based on the amount of change money; Selecting a lottery ticket from a plurality of lottery tickets so that the selected lottery ticket has an unassigned rate that is at least as large as the amount; Assigning at least one proportion of the selected lottery based on the amount; Outputs a lottery checker for confirming the lottery and a rate checker for confirming the assigned rate of the selected lottery; and Storing the lottery checker and the rate checker in a storage device A device for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery using a terminal dedicated to a store. 245. A computer program product according to claim 245, wherein the processor also operates in accordance with the program to round the amount of change money by a predetermined multiple to calculate the amount of rounded change money; and A device for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery ticket using a store-only terminal that sets an amount equal to the amount of rounded change. 246. The terminal of claim 246, wherein the processor further operates in accordance with a program to calculate an amount of rounded-down change money by rounding the amount of change money to a predetermined multiple. To facilitate the purchase of a partial lottery ticket. 245. The apparatus of claim 245, wherein the processor also operates in accordance with the program to facilitate the purchase of the partial lottery using a store-only terminal that outputs an offer for exchanging a partial lottery for change money. Receiving a lottery identifier confirming the lottery and a rate identifier confirming the assigned ratio of the lottery; Determining a prize for the lottery; and Determining a rate of the prize based on the assigned rate of the lottery; A method for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery using a store-only terminal. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; The processor operates in accordance with the program Receive a lottery identifier confirming the lottery and a rate identifier confirming the assigned ratio of the lottery; Determine a prize for the lottery; and To determine the percentage of prize money based on the allocated percentage of the lottery A device for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery using a terminal dedicated to a store. Determining an amount; Allocating at least one ratio of the lottery based on the amount; Determining a prize for the lottery; and Providing a rate of winnings based on the assigned rate of the lottery A method for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery using a store-only terminal. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; The processor operates in accordance with the program Determine the amount; At least one ratio of the lottery based on the amount; Determine a prize for the lottery; and To provide a percentage of prize money based on the allocated percentage of the lottery A device for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery using a terminal dedicated to a store. Maintaining a supply of lottery tickets, wherein each lottery has a non-allocated ratio; A method of facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery using a store-only terminal comprising the step of obtaining an additional lottery. 253. The method of claim 253, wherein obtaining additional lotteries comprises: counting the number of lotteries having an unallocated ratio above a first predetermined threshold; and A method for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery using a store-only terminal comprising the step of obtaining an additional lottery if the number of lottery tickets having an unassigned ratio above the first predetermined threshold value is below the second predetermined threshold value. . 255. The method of claim 253, wherein obtaining additional lottery tickets comprises: receiving an indication of the requested rate; Counting the number of lotteries with an unallocated rate above the requested rate; and And obtaining an additional lottery if the number of lotteries having an unassigned rate above the requested rate is below a predetermined threshold value. 252. The method of claim 253, wherein obtaining additional lottery tickets comprises obtaining a predetermined number of additional lotteries to facilitate the purchase of a partial lottery using a store-only terminal. 253. The method of claim 253, further comprising calculating a sum of the unassigned percentages of the lottery tickets to facilitate the purchase of the partial lottery tickets using a store-only terminal. 257. The method of claim 257, wherein obtaining additional lottery tickets comprises obtaining additional lottery tickets if the calculated sum is below a predetermined threshold value. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; The processor operates in accordance with the program Each lottery maintains a supply of lottery tickets having a non-allocated ratio; Getting additional lottery tickets A device for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery using a terminal dedicated to a store. 270. The method of claim 259, wherein the processor also operates in accordance with the program to count the number of lotteries having an unallocated ratio above the first predetermined threshold; and A device for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery by using a store-only terminal for obtaining an additional lottery if the number of lotteries having an unassigned ratio above the first predetermined limit value is below the second predetermined limit value. 259. The system of claim 259, wherein the processor is further to operate in accordance with a program to receive an indication of the requested rate; Counting the number of lotteries with an unallocated rate above the requested rate; and And an apparatus for facilitating the purchase of a partial lottery by using a store-only terminal for obtaining an additional lottery if the number of lotteries having an unassigned ratio above the requested rate is below a predetermined threshold value. 270. The apparatus of claim 259, wherein the processor also facilitates the purchase of the partial lottery using a store-only terminal operating in accordance with the program to obtain a predetermined number of additional lotteries. 265. The apparatus of claim 259, wherein the processor also operates in accordance with the program to facilitate the purchase of the partial lottery using a store-only terminal that calculates the sum of the unassigned percentage of the lottery. 263. The apparatus of claim 263, wherein the processor also facilitates the purchase of the partial lottery using a store-only terminal that obtains an additional lottery if the sum calculated by operating in accordance with the program is below a predetermined limit value. Receiving a purchase including at least one item; Determining an upsell based on at least one item; and Outputting an indication of the upcell; A method of providing supplementary product sales in a store-only terminal. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Receive a purchase including at least one item; Determine an upsell based on the at least one item; and Outputting an indication of the upcell A device for providing supplementary product sales in a store-only terminal. Receiving a purchase including at least one item; Determining an upsell based on the at least one item; Determining a price to be rounded for the at least one item and upsell; and Presenting an offer for exchanging said at least one item with an upsell for a price to be rounded. A method of providing supplementary product sales in a store-only terminal. 268. A method according to claim 267, further comprising: receiving a response to an offer; and Exchanging at least one item with an upsell for a price to be rounded. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Receive a purchase including at least one item; Determine an upsell based on the at least one item; Determine a price to be rounded for the at least one item and upsell; and Providing an offer for exchanging the at least one item with an upsell for a price to be rounded A device for providing supplementary product sales in a store-only terminal. 268. A processor according to claim 269, wherein the processor is further configured to operate in response to receiving a response to the provision; and A device for providing supplementary product sales in a store-only terminal for exchanging at least one item and an upsell for a price to be rounded. Receiving a purchase including at least one item; Determining a record corresponding to at least one item in the database; Determining an upsell based on the record; and Outputting an indication of the upcell; A method of providing supplementary product sales in a store-only terminal. 268. The method of claim 271, further comprising determining a price to be rounded up for at least one item and upcell. 308. The method of claim 272, wherein determining the price to be rounded determines the price to be rounded based on the record. 308. The method of claim 272, wherein determining the price to be rounded comprises: determining a purchase price of the purchase; Determining a rounding factor based on the record; and Calculating a price to be rounded by rounding up the purchase price according to a rounding multiple. 308. The method of claim 272, wherein determining the price to be rounded comprises: determining a purchase price of the purchase; Determining a rounding factor based on the record; and And calculating a price to be rounded by adding the purchase price to the upsell price. 308. The method of claim 272, further comprising setting a payment request amount to be a price to be rounded. 270. The method of claim 271, wherein determining the records further comprises: determining a plurality of records each corresponding to at least one item in the database; Determining, by each upcell, a plurality of upcells based on the plurality of records; and A method of providing supplementary product sales in a store-only terminal, the method comprising outputting an indication of at least one upcell among a plurality of upcells. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Receive a purchase including at least one item; Determine a record corresponding to the at least one item in a database; Determine an upcell based on the record; and Outputting an indication of the upcell A device for providing supplementary product sales in a store-only terminal. 305. The apparatus of claim 278 wherein the processor is further operable according to a program to determine a price to be rounded up for at least one item and upcell. 280. The apparatus of claim 279 wherein the processor is further operable according to a program to determine a price to be rounded based on the record. 278. A processor according to claim 279, wherein the processor is further configured to operate according to the program to determine a purchase price of the purchase; Determine a rounding factor based on the record; and A device for providing supplementary product sales in a store-only terminal for calculating a price to be rounded by rounding a purchase price according to a rounding multiple. 278. A processor according to claim 279, wherein the processor is further configured to operate according to the program to determine a purchase price of the purchase; Determine a rounding factor based on the record; and A device for providing supplementary product sales in a store-only terminal that calculates a price to be rounded by adding a purchase price to an upsell price. 280. The apparatus of claim 279, wherein the processor is further configured to operate according to a program to set a payment request amount to be a price to be rounded up. 305. The processor of claim 278, further comprising: a processor operative to program to determine a plurality of records each corresponding to at least one item in a database; Each upcell determines a plurality of upcells based on the plurality of records; and Apparatus for providing supplementary product sales in a store-only terminal for outputting an indication of at least one upcell among a plurality of upcells. Measuring an operation rate of the store-only terminal; and Performing supplementary processing according to the operation rate A method of controlling performance of supplementary processing in a store-only terminal. 280. The method of claim 285, wherein performing supplementary processing causes the system to be unable to provide supplemental processing if the operating rate is greater than a predetermined threshold value. A method of controlling performance of supplementary processing in a store-only terminal. 290. The method of claim 285, wherein performing the supplementary processing comprises enabling the system to provide supplemental processing if the operating rate is greater than a predetermined threshold value. A method of controlling performance of supplementary processing in a store-only terminal. 285. The method of claim 285, further comprising determining a predetermined threshold value in dependence on a signal indicative of the time zone of the day. A method of controlling performance of supplementary processing in a store-only terminal. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Measuring the operation rate of the store-only terminal; and Performing supplementary processing according to the operation rate A device for controlling the performance of supplementary processing in a terminal dedicated to a store. 303. The processor of claim 289, wherein the processor is also to operate in accordance with the program such that the system cannot provide supplemental processing if the operation rate is greater than a predetermined threshold value. A device for controlling the performance of supplementary processing in a terminal dedicated to a store. 290. The processor of claim 289, wherein the processor is also to operate in accordance with the program to enable the system to provide supplemental processing if the rate of operation is greater than a predetermined threshold value. A device for controlling the performance of supplementary processing in a terminal dedicated to a store. 303. The processor of claim 289, wherein the processor is further configured to operate in accordance with the program to determine a predetermined threshold value in dependence on the signal indicative of the time zone of the day. A device for controlling the performance of supplementary processing in a terminal dedicated to a store. Measuring the operation rate of the store-only terminal; and Providing supplementary products in accordance with said operating rate and provision plan; A method of controlling performance of supplementary processing in a store-only terminal. 290. The method of claim 293, wherein the delivery plan consists of a set of supplementary products, wherein the provision of the supplemental products controls the performance of the supplemental processing in a store-only terminal in accordance with a range of operating rates. 290. The method of claim 294, wherein provision of complementary time consuming supplemental products subsequently corresponds to a large range of operating rates. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Measuring the operation rate of the store-only terminal; and To provide supplementary products according to the above operation rates and delivery plans A device for controlling the performance of supplementary processing in a terminal dedicated to a store. 303. The apparatus of claim 296, wherein the delivery plan consists of a set of supplemental products provided, wherein the provision of the supplemental products controls the performance of the supplemental processing in a store-only terminal in accordance with a range of operating rates. 297. The apparatus of claim 297, wherein the provision of time consuming supplemental products controls the performance of supplemental processing in a store-only terminal that subsequently corresponds to a large range of operating rates. Measuring a reference; Determining whether the system cannot provide supplemental treatment based on the criteria; and Disabling the system to provide said supplemental treatment A method of controlling performance of supplementary processing in a store-only terminal. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Measure the criteria; Determine whether the system cannot provide supplemental treatment based on the criteria; and To prevent the system from providing the supplementary treatment A device for controlling the performance of supplementary processing in a terminal dedicated to a store. Measuring a reference; Determining whether to allow the system to provide supplemental treatment based on the criteria; and Providing a system for providing supplemental treatment A method of controlling performance of supplementary processing in a store-only terminal. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device storing a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Measure the criteria; Determine whether to allow the system to provide supplemental treatment based on the criteria; and To allow the system to provide the supplementary treatment A device for controlling the performance of supplementary processing in a terminal dedicated to a store. Measuring an operation rate of a plurality of store-only terminals; Determining whether to perform supplemental processing based on the operation rate; and Performing supplementary processing with at least one store-only terminal; A method of controlling performance of supplementary processing in a store-only terminal. 303. The method of claim 303, wherein the performing of the supplementary processing comprises: performing supplementary processing to each store-only terminal. A method of controlling performance of supplementary processing in a store-only terminal. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Measuring an operation rate of a plurality of store-only terminals; Determine whether to perform supplemental processing based on the operation rate; and Performing supplementary processing with at least one store-only terminal. A device for controlling the performance of supplementary processing in a terminal dedicated to a store. 305. The method of claim 305, wherein the supplementary processing is performed and supplementary processing is performed to each store-only terminal. A device for controlling the performance of supplementary processing in a terminal dedicated to a store. Measuring an operation rate of a plurality of store-only terminals; Determining whether the system cannot perform supplemental processing based on the operating rate; and Disabling the system to perform supplemental processing with each of the plurality of store-only terminals. A method of controlling performance of supplementary processing in a store-only terminal. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Measuring an operation rate of a plurality of store-only terminals; Determine whether to prevent the system from performing supplemental processing based on the operating rate; and To prevent the system from performing supplemental processing with each of a number of store-specific terminals. A device for controlling the performance of supplementary processing in a terminal dedicated to a store. Measuring an operation rate of a plurality of store-only terminals; If the operation rate is less than a predetermined limit value, Determining upsells dependent on purchases, Determining an upsell price dependent on the purchase, and Providing the upsell by exchanging it with the upsell price A method of controlling performance of supplementary processing in a store-only terminal. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Measuring an operation rate of a plurality of store-only terminals; If the operation rate is less than a predetermined limit value, Determine which upsells depend on purchases, Determine an upsell price dependent on the purchase, and To exchange the upsell with the upsell price A device for controlling the performance of supplementary processing in a terminal dedicated to a store. Receiving an invalid signal; and Performing supplementary processing in accordance with the invalid signal; A method of controlling performance of supplementary processing in a store-only terminal. 318. The method of claim 311, wherein the performing step comprises the system not being able to perform the supplementary processing unless the invalid signal indicates the performance of the supplementary processing. 318. The method of claim 311, wherein the performing step comprises enabling the system to perform the supplemental processing if the invalid signal indicates that the supplementary processing is performed. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Receiving an invalid signal; and Performing supplementary processing according to the invalid signal A device for controlling the performance of supplementary processing in a terminal dedicated to a store. 314. The apparatus of claim 314, wherein the processor is further configured to operate in accordance with a program to render the system unable to perform supplemental processing unless the invalid signal indicates to perform supplemental processing. 314. The apparatus of claim 314, wherein the processor is further configured to operate in accordance with a program to enable the system to perform supplemental processing if the invalid signal indicates to perform supplemental processing. Receiving an invalid signal; If the invalid signal indicates performance of supplementary processing, Determining upsells dependent on purchases, Determining an upsell price dependent on the purchase, and Providing the upsell by exchanging it with the upsell price A method of controlling performance of supplementary processing in a store-only terminal. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Receive an invalid signal; If the invalid signal indicates performance of supplementary processing, Determine which upsells depend on purchases, Determine an upsell price dependent on the purchase, and To exchange the upsell with the upsell price A device for controlling the performance of supplementary processing in a terminal dedicated to a store. Measuring an operation rate of the store-only terminal; Providing a first upcell having a first upsell rate if the operation rate is below a first predetermined threshold value; and Providing a second upcell having a second upcell rate that is greater than a first upcell rate if the operating rate is above a second predetermined threshold value. A method of controlling performance of supplementary processing in a store-only terminal. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Measuring an operation rate of the store-only terminal; Providing a first upsell with a first upsell rate if the operating rate is below a first predetermined threshold value; and Providing a second upcell with a second upcell rate greater than the first upcell rate if the operating rate is above a second predetermined threshold value. A device for controlling the performance of supplementary processing in a terminal dedicated to a store. Receiving a rounding code; and Rounding a purchase price based on the rounding code A method of processing supplemental goods sales in a store-only terminal. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Receive a rounding code; and To round up the purchase price based on the rounding code A device for processing supplementary goods sales in a terminal dedicated to a store. Receiving a rounding code having a corresponding round multiple; and Rounding the purchase price based on a rounding multiple; A method of processing supplemental goods sales in a store-only terminal. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Receive a rounding code having a corresponding round multiple; and To round up the purchase price based on the rounding multiple A device for processing supplementary goods sales in a terminal dedicated to a store. Receiving a rounding code; Determining a rounding factor corresponding to the rounding code; and Rounding a purchase price based on the rounding multiple; A method of processing supplemental goods sales in a store-only terminal. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Receive a rounding code; Determine a rounding multiple corresponding to the rounding code; and To round up the purchase price based on the rounding multiple A device for processing supplementary goods sales in a terminal dedicated to a store. Each rounding code comprising: receiving a plurality of rounding codes having a corresponding rounding multiple and a fixed price; Determining a purchase price; and Rounding a purchase price based on the rounding code A method of processing supplemental goods sales in a store-only terminal. 327. The method of claim 327, wherein rounding further comprises: adding at least one of the fixed prices to the purchase price to yield an increased purchase price; and And rounding up the increased purchase price based on a rounded multiple. 327. The method of claim 327, wherein the rounding comprises: rounding up the purchase price based on a rounding multiple to calculate an increased purchase price; and And adding at least one of the fixed prices to the increased purchase price. 327. The method of claim 327, wherein the step of rounding comprises selecting a rounding code to define the selected rounding code and the unselected rounding code. 330. The method of claim 330, wherein rounding further comprises: calculating an increased purchase price by adding a fixed price of each unselected rounding code to a purchase price; and And rounding up the increased purchase price based on a rounding multiple of the selected rounding code. 330. The method of claim 330, wherein rounding further comprises: rounding the purchase price based on a rounding multiple of the selected rounding code to calculate an increased purchase price; and Adding a fixed price of each unselected rounding code to the increased price. 330. The method of claim 330, wherein selecting a rounding code comprises selecting a rounding code having a rounding multiple not greater than the rounding multiple of each unselected rounding code. 330. The method of claim 330, wherein selecting a rounding code comprises selecting a rounding code having a minimum rounding multiple. 327. A method according to claim 327, wherein a fixed price and a rounding multiple of each rounding code are the same. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Each rounding code receives a number of rounding codes having a corresponding rounding multiple and a fixed price; Determine a purchase price; and To round up the purchase price based on the rounding code A device for processing supplementary goods sales in a terminal dedicated to a store. 338. A processor according to claim 336, wherein the processor also operates in accordance with the program to add at least one of the fixed prices to the purchase price to yield an increased purchase price; and And an apparatus for processing supplementary goods sales in a store-only terminal that rounds up the increased purchase price based on rounded multiples. 338. A processor according to claim 336, wherein the processor is further operable to program to round up the purchase price based on a rounding multiple of the selected rounding code; Processing device for replenishment goods sales in a store-only terminal that adds a fixed price of each unselected rounding code to the increased price. 338. The apparatus of claim 336, wherein the processor is further operable to select a rounding code to define a selected rounding code and a rounding code that is not selected. 343. The system of claim 339, wherein the processor also operates in accordance with the program to calculate the increased purchase price by adding the fixed price of each unselected rounding code to the purchase price; And an apparatus for processing supplementary goods sales in a store-only terminal rounding up the increased purchase price based on a rounding multiple of a selected rounding code. 343. The system of claim 339, wherein the processor is further to operate in accordance with the program to round up the purchase price based on a rounding multiple of the selected rounding code; Processing device for replenishment goods sales in a store-only terminal that adds a fixed price of each unselected rounding code to the increased price. 403. The apparatus of claim 339, wherein the processor is further operable to select a rounding code having a rounding multiple not greater than the rounding multiple of each unselected rounding code. 403. The apparatus of claim 339, wherein the processor is further operable to program to select a rounding code having a minimum rounding multiple. 336. The processing apparatus of claim 336, wherein the fixed price and rounding multiple of each rounding code is equal to a store-only terminal. Presenting a plurality of offers in a store-only terminal; Measuring a performance rate of each provision to define a plurality of performance rates; Selecting a subset of the provisions based on at least one of the plurality of performance rates; and Presenting a subset of the offerings at the store-only terminal; Control method of the offer presented in the terminal dedicated to the store. 345. The method of claim 345, wherein presenting a plurality of offers is performed at a first time zone; The step of presenting a subset of the offer is a control method of the offer presented in a store-only terminal performed in a second time zone following the first time zone. 345. The method of claim 345, wherein presenting the plurality of offers is presented in a store-only terminal that presents the offer among the plurality of offers in each of the plurality of terminals. 345. The method of claim 345, further comprising: measuring a subset's performance; and Presenting a plurality of offers after presenting a subset of the offer if the performance of the subset is less than a predetermined threshold value. Control method of the offer presented in the terminal dedicated to the store. 346. A method according to claim 345, wherein the step of selecting a subset of offers is presented in a store-only terminal for selecting a offering having at least a predetermined performance rate. 345. The method of claim 345, wherein selecting a subset of offers is presented in a store-only terminal that selects a given number of highest performing rates. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Presenting a plurality of offers in a store-only terminal; Measuring the performance of each offering to define a plurality of performance rates; Select a subset of the provisions based on at least one of the plurality of performance rates; and Presenting a subset of the offer in a store-only terminal The control device of the offer presented in the terminal dedicated to the store. 351. A processor according to claim 351, wherein the processor is further to operate in accordance with the program to present a plurality of offers in a first time zone; The control device of the offer presented in the store-only terminal presenting a subset of the offer in the second time zone following the first time zone. 352. The apparatus of claim 351 wherein the processor is further operable in accordance with a program to present a plurality of offers in each of the plurality of terminals. 351. A processor according to claim 351, wherein the processor is further to operate in accordance with the program to measure the performance of the subset; and If the performance of a subset is less than a predetermined threshold, then the presentation of a number of offers may be presented after presenting the subset of offers. The control device of the offer presented in the terminal dedicated to the store. 351. The apparatus of claim 351 wherein the processor also operates in accordance with the program to select a provision having at least a predetermined performance rate. 351. The apparatus of claim 351 wherein the processor is further operable in accordance with the program to select a predetermined number of highest performance rates. Presenting the first offer in the store-only terminal; Measuring the performance of the first provision; and If the performance rate of the first offer is below a predetermined limit value, presenting a second offer in the store-only terminal. Control method of the offer presented in the terminal dedicated to the store. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Presenting the first offer in a store-only terminal; Measuring the performance of said first provision; and If the performance rate of the first offer is below a predetermined limit value, the store-only terminal suggests a second offer. The control device of the offer presented in the terminal dedicated to the store. Presenting the first offer in the first store-only terminal; Presenting a second offer in a second store-only terminal; Measuring a performance rate of the first provision; Measuring the performance of said second provision; and If the performance rate of the second offer is less than the performance rate of the first offer, presenting the first offer in the second store-only terminal. Control method of the offer presented in the terminal dedicated to the store. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Presenting the first offer in the first store-only terminal; Presenting a second offer in a second store-only terminal; Measure the performance of the first provision; Measuring the performance of said second provision; and If the performance rate of the second offer is less than the performance rate of the first offer, the second store-only terminal presents the first offer. The control device of the offer presented in the terminal dedicated to the store. For each of your multiple purchases, Determining upsells dependent on purchases, Determining an upsell price for which each upsell price depends on the purchase, and Providing an upsell by exchanging the upsell price; Measuring a performance rate of each upcell to define a plurality of performance rates; Determining a subset of upcells based on at least one of the plurality of performance rates; and Providing a subset of upcells in the store-only terminal; Control method of the offer presented in the terminal dedicated to the store. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program For each of your multiple purchases, Determine which upsells depend on purchases, Determine an upsell price where each upsell price depends on the purchase, and Provide an upcell in exchange for the upcell price; Measure a performance rate of each upcell to define a plurality of performance rates; Determine a subset of upcells based on at least one of the plurality of performance rates; and To provide a subset of upcells in a store-only terminal The control device of the offer presented in the terminal dedicated to the store. Determining an upsell depending on the purchase; and Providing the upcell by exchanging it for an upsell price How to determine the upsell of the purchase in the terminal dedicated to the store. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Determine an upsell depending on the purchase; and To exchange upsell for upsell price Device for determining the upsell of the purchase in the terminal dedicated to the store. Calculating a purchase price of the upcell; Determining an upsell price based on the purchase price; and Providing an upsell by exchanging it for the upsell price How to determine the upsell of the purchase in the terminal dedicated to the store. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Calculate a purchase price of the upcell; Determine an upsell price depending on the purchase price; and To exchange the upsell with the upsell price Device for determining the upsell of the purchase in the terminal dedicated to the store. Calculating a purchase price of the purchase; Calculating a price to be rounded; Calculating a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the rounded price; Determining an upsell depending on the rounding amount; and Outputting a signal indicating an upcell How to determine the upsell of the purchase in the terminal dedicated to the store. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Calculate a purchase price of the purchase; Calculate a price to be rounded; Calculating a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the rounded price; Determine an upsell depending on the rounding amount; and To output a signal indicating an upcell Device for determining the upsell of the purchase in the terminal dedicated to the store. Calculating a purchase price of the purchase; Calculating a price to be rounded; Calculating a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the rounded price; Determining an upsell depending on the rounding amount; and Providing the upcell in exchange for a rounded amount How to determine the upsell of the purchase in the terminal dedicated to the store. Storage devices; and A processor connected to the storage device, The storage device stores a program controlling the processor; and The processor operates in accordance with the program Calculate a purchase price of the purchase; Calculate a price to be rounded; Calculating a rounding amount that is a difference between the purchase price and the rounded price; Determine an upsell depending on the rounding amount; and Provided by exchanging upcells in rounded amounts Device for determining the upsell of the purchase in the terminal dedicated to the store.