Patent ID: 7400970
Filing Date: 2008-07-15
Classification: G01S,G06Q,G08G

Abstract:
1. A computer based notification system, comprising: means for enabling communication with a user that is designated to receive delivery of a package; means for presenting one or more selectable options to the user, the selectable options including at least an activation option for instigating monitoring of travel data associated with a vehicle that is delivering the package to the user; means for requesting entry by the user of a package identification number or package delivery number, each pertaining to delivery of the package; means for identifying the vehicle based upon the entry; means for requesting entry by the user of contact information indicating one or more communication media to be used in connection with a notification communication to the user; means for monitoring the travel data; and means for initiating the notification communication pertaining to the package via the one or more communication media, based upon the travel data.