Systems and methods for managing information associated with boxes used in the delivery of packages

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9965738
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15621531

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There is disclosed methods and systems for managing drop boxes. Events reflecting outputs from one or more sensors are detected. Information that is a function of the detected event is forwarded to a drop box management system. This information, along with additional information received by the drop box management system, is utilized to generate instructions including display instructions for each drop box. Displays of drop boxes are then updated based on the instructions.

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FEDERAL EXPRESS CORPORATION3610 HACKS CROSS ROAD MEMPHIS TN 38125

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Caldwell, Mark E Memphis, US 7 53
Raeth, Erika J Memphis, US 8 66
Reasons, Kevin B Memphis, US 7 53
Staggs, James S Memphis, US 7 53

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