System, method, and computer program product for automated consolidating and updating of inventory from multiple sellers for access by multiple buyers

摘要

A system and method that allow for collection of available and sellable goods or services in a real-time or near real-time environment from a network of retail or a chain of retail stores, wholesalers, distributors, or service providers. The collective database is made available to the general public via a network or communications system (e.g., the world wide web, an intranet, a respective virtual private network (VPN), or any other form of electronic transfer) for purchase utilizing best price available for both parties.