System and method for interactive shopping
a shopping system and shopping technology, applied in the field of interactive shopping system and method, can solve the problems of many systematic problems with the current system and method, and it is unthinkable for one to complete christmas shopping, and it is difficult to find detailed product information and summarize consumer reports regarding products
Inactive Publication Date: 2013-11-07
ZAKAS DENNIS LOUIS +2
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The patent describes a method and system for creating an interactive checklist for purchasing items. The system allows primary users to create an account and secondary users to join the checklist. The primary user can create their own customized checklist and grant access to others. The system displays images and information about the items on the checklist. Other users can be notified if someone purchases an item on their checklist. The system also allows the primary user to invite other users to join the collaborative shopping session. The participants can view the common page, add items to the checklist, and leave comments. The system notifies the primary user when an item is purchased and allows them to accept or return the item. The technical effects of this patent are an improved user experience for creating and managing interactive checklists for shopping.
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Thirty years ago, it was unthinkable for one to complete Christmas shopping for the entire family a week before Christmas from the convenience of one's home computer.
For instance, as one walks through the aisles in a shopping mall, it is often difficult to find detailed product information and summarized consumer reports regarding the products.
Despite current advancements such as the “One-Click” patent in the recent technology space of online shopping, there continues to be many systematic problems with the current systems and methods.
When two or more persons attempt to shop together, technological solutions are challenged to integrate an efficient and enjoyable online experience for the shoppers into current online shopping systems.
During a collaborative online shopping process, depending on the number of persons taking place in the collaboration, it is not always feasible for each person participating to be online at the same time.
Thus, a latency issue may arise with respect to persons making purchasing decisions.
Current solutions to the collaborative shopping process have struggled to take into account the various levels of technical savvy of the end users.
Another area of concern is the problems arising from project shopping or purposeful shopping.
However, this is not particularly useful for facilitating a project or accomplishing an intended goal.
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[0039]Embodiments of the present invention are directed to systems and methods for providing an interactive checklist and viral wish list, and for facilitating a collaborative online shopping experience.
[0040]Those skilled in the art will recognize that the interactive and collaborative checklist can be utilized in various platforms and / or technical devices.
[0041]FIG. 1a shows a computer system 114 on which the system and method for providing an interactive checklist and viral wish list may be accessed, and FIG. 1b shows a communication network 199 for the same.
[0042]The interactive checklist and viral wish list system 150 may include instructions executed on a general purpose computer. The interactive checklist and viral wish list system 150 may be or include a computer system 114. The interactive checklist and viral wish list system 150 may be described in the general context of computer-executable instructions, such as program modules 112, being executed by a general purpose comp...
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A method and associated system is provided for providing an interactive checklist and collaborative shopping session. The method includes displaying desired items on an interactive checklist. A primary user may designate which users can view specific items and should purchase specific items. The method also includes the option for the primary user to send an email to a secondary user with information, extracted from a checklist or registry, with a wish list of items that the recipient can buy with a click to a shopping cart. The primary user may also initiate a real-time or static collaborative shopping session where multiple users can suggest, comment on and purchase items. The primary user may “return” a gift item before the item is shipped and receive credit or cash.
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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 12 / 502,818, filed on Jun. 14, 2009 which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.BACKGROUND[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention relates to a system and method of interactive shopping, and for facilitating a collaborative online shopping experience.[0004]2. Description of the Related Art[0005]During the past decade, many advancements have been made in online shopping capabilities and in the interactive online purchasing of goods and services. Thirty years ago, it was unthinkable for one to complete Christmas shopping for the entire family a week before Christmas from the convenience of one's home computer. However, thanks to the Internet and various technical and product distribution advancements, it is now possible to shop for nearly any type of goods or service from the comfort of one's home, using the Internet and associated online purchasin...
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IPC IPC(8): G06Q30/06
CPCG06Q30/0633G06Q30/0603G06Q30/0641
InventorZAKAS, DENNIS LOUISHAYES, KEVIN MARTINWATKINS, TAMARA PERESS
OwnerZAKAS DENNIS LOUIS