Method and system for providing an incentive to use an automated teller machine (ATM)
US7421410B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 6, 2000 |
| Grant date | Sep 2, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 26, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07F19/201
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The present invention provides methods and systems for promoting banking services to non-customers at an automated teller machine (ATM) through an incentive system. Non-customers who enroll in the incentive system are awarded points based on ATM use, viewing of advertisements at an ATM, and other factors. When a pre-determined number of points is accumulated by the non-customer, the non-customer is provided with an award (e.g., a convenience fee for use of the ATM is forgiven). In addition, use of networked ATMs by the non-customer is tracked in order to provide tailored awards and advertisements.
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