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Systems and methods for facilitating real-time product inquiries during online shopping

US8046272B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJan 17, 2008
Grant dateOct 25, 2011
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Expiry dateMay 26, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06Q30/0631
  • WIPO fieldIT methods for management
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

In accordance with a method for facilitating real-time product inquiries during online shopping, a request may be received from a potential buyer of a product for real-time inquiry about the product. In response, a previous customer of the product who has enrolled to participate in a real-time inquiry program may be identified. Real-time communication may be established with the previous customer.

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