Universal club card and real-time coupon validation

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2007-07-10

2007-07-10

Frech, Karl D. (Department: 2876)

Registers

Coded record sensors

Particular sensor structure

C235S462450, C235S383000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10614733

ABSTRACT:
Embodiments of the invention relate to a system and method for real-time validation and redemption of paper and electronic coupons; electronic coupon distribution; electronic clearing and reporting of paper and electronic coupon redemptions; and an “Universal Club Card” that combines coupon scanning, coupon redemption, coupon distribution, loyalty cards, club cards, gift cards, frequent shopper programs, store credits and many other retail store promotions into one efficient and convenient portable scanning device.

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