Michael E Higgins

US Patent:

20020087420, Jul 4, 2002

Filed:

Jan 2, 2001

Appl. No.:

09/752279

Inventors:

Michael Higgins - Atlanta GA, US
Bruce Miller - Decatur GA, US

International Classification:

G06F017/60

US Classification:

705/026000

Abstract:

The present invention relates to an integrated selling system that synergistically combines highly visible product signage with an information retrieval system. The signage displays an identification character string, “code,” which specifically corresponds to the product being sold. The information retrieval system provides the seller with a designated section to input and store specific, detailed data relating to the product being sold. A potential buyer sees the signage on or near the product being sold and takes notice of the identification character string. By inputting this identification character string into the information retrieval system, the potential buyer gains access to specific, detailed information about that product. The combination of these two components significantly enhances the success rate of a seller finding potential buyers and providing them with the specific information necessary to complete the sale.