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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 20, 2012
Filed:
Dec. 22, 2004
Thomas B. Barker, Omaha, NE (US);
Thomas B. Barker, Omaha, NE (US);
West Corporation, Omaha, NE (US);
Abstract
Computer-based methods, computer readable media, and computer program products for intelligently processing primary transactions in which users interact with automated point-of-sale terminals. Various aspects of these methods comprise, at least in part, providing the automated point-of-sale (POS) terminals, which are operable to facilitate primary transactions that involve specific items selected by the user. These methods also include obtaining information representing respective current demand parameters that are associated with the POS terminals, and conducting the primary transactions with the user. The method then analyzes the current demand parameters to determine whether to offer an upsell transaction to the user.