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Computer system configuration and method for a store

US7085731B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateApr 29, 1999
Grant dateAug 1, 2006
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Expiry dateApr 29, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG07G1/0036
  • WIPO fieldIT methods for management
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Disclosed are computer system configurations and methods for a retail store. In an exemplary system, a CPU and program in a checkout station make a list of the products selected by the customer. The CPU and program processes paper coupon information in the context of the selected products to determine discount eligibility. Another CPU and program in the checkout station perform electronic coupon redemption, by processing the selected products in the context of electronic coupon information.

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