Methods and systems for gathering market research data within commercial establishments
US7463143B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 15, 2004 |
| Grant date | Dec 9, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 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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