Network systems and methods utilizing mobile devices to enhance consumer experience
US7580699B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 18, 2007 |
| Grant date | Aug 25, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S707/99954
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Network systems and methods for utilizing mobile devices to enhance customer experiences are disclosed herein. A first aspect of the present invention facilitates a customer to acquire a membership to a membership program and subsequently access benefits of the membership program via a mobile device. Another aspect of the present invention facilitates a customer to redeem coupons for sales transactions via a mobile device. Yet another aspect of the present invention facilitates a customer to acquire a map including the location of requested items. Another aspect of the present invention facilitates a customer to search for an item and in response receive the availability and in some instances a map location of the requested item. Yet another aspect of the present invention facilitates a customer to pay for item using a remote charging method.
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