Method for adding franking and post information to post package e.g. envelope, involves scanning a pre-printed bar code on post package, and transmitting barcode information electronically to postal companies

摘要

The method involves scanning a pre-printed bar code on the post package such as envelope, parcel box, and shipping crate. The barcode information is electronically transmitted to the postal companies. The barcode is considered as optical machine-readable information feature. The customer identification information and payment information with barcode information are transmitted to postal companies. An independent claim is included for a method for manufacturing envelope, parcel box, and shipping crate.