Voucher system and method of use

Details Voucher system and method of use Voucher system and method of use

2005-11-17

2010-06-15

Le, Thien M. (Department: 2887)

Registers

Systems controlled by data bearing records

Credit or identification card systems

C235S375000, C235S379000, C705S039000, C705S035000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07735726

ABSTRACT:
A system for managing voucher use includes a database, a voucher, and a processor. The database stores an account defining at least one approved item available for purchase and a financial balance. The voucher includes an identifier linking the voucher to the account. The processor is in communication with the database and is adapted to use the identifier to access the account. The processor is adapted to determine if an item selected for purchase is an approved item and to apply at least a portion of the financial balance toward the purchase of the selected item only if the selected item is an approved item. Other voucher systems and associated methods are also disclosed.

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