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Methods and systems for gathering market research data within commercial establishments

US7463143B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 15, 2004
Grant dateDec 9, 2008
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Expiry dateMar 15, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06Q30/0272
  • WIPO fieldIT methods for management
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Methods and systems for tracking movements of participants in a market research study, for example, within a commercial establishment, are provided. The methods and systems employ portable monitors carried on the persons of the participants to gather location data.

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