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Method and apparatus to perform buy versus leasing transformational bidding

US7634439B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 14, 2000
Grant dateDec 15, 2009
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Expiry dateMar 5, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06Q40/04
  • WIPO fieldIT methods for management
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method and apparatus to transform bids in an electronic auction is described. A first bid having a first value and a first unit of measurement is received. A second bid having a second value and a second unit of measurement is received. The first and second values are transformed to third and fourth values, respectively, having a standard unit of measurement.

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