METHODS AND DEVICES FOR PROVIDING OPTIMIZED MONETIZATION OF SPACES, GOODS AND SERVICES VIA A WEB-BASED SERVICE

摘要

The invention discloses devices and methods for connecting people who have spaces, goods, and services for temporary use with those who may be looking for the same. In some embodiments, the present invention allows for the advertisement of a space with predetermined possible uses; interested parties may rent and/or bid to receive the space for said predetermined possible uses at predetermined times. The instant invention allows for monetization of unused spaces, goods, and services that would otherwise remain unused and not bring in capital.

主权项

1. A method for providing optimal use of a predetermined space, including:
providing a space, said space having defined physical location, size, and other properties; defining a plurality of potential temporary uses for said space; advertising said space for said potential temporary uses, wherein said advertising includes availability times for said space as well as pricing for said times, wherein said pricing is adapted to vary in accordance with said potential temporary uses; allowing a plurality of users to bid on said space for said potential temporary uses during said availability times; accepting bids from said plurality of users; selecting successful bids for use of said space; and, arranging payment to an owner of said space and access to said space for users associated with said successful bids.