| 摘要 |
<p>A method and system of dispensing items in a controlled manner from cabinets (110) or similar enclosures, re-ordering the dispensed articles or items (375), and providing inventory and other information about the items and users (160) in the system. The invention utilizes a distributed network (145) and permits users (160) to browse and search for any items across multiple enclosures (110) from any location. The method and system can track inventory, generate administrative reports, and independently initiate orders based on aggregate inventory levels or multiple enclosures (110) to gain the benefit of volume discounts, minimize deliveries, maximize availability of items, or generate individual orders based on specific enclosures (110) to maintain just-in-time inventory levels. The method and system also track the removal and stocking of items through unique identification strings, so that individual access, use, and theft of items can be monitored.</p> |
