Auctioneer Application

This article describes the training and equipment needed to launch the Auctioneer Application, as well as some best practices for using the application.

This article contains the following sections:

• Application Training
• Launching the Application
• Best Practices

Application Training

Overview

In order to successfully run a live auction with Proxibid, whomever runs the live auction software must complete the required training sessions and be certified. When an auction is set to self-operate, please ensure that a certified operator will be available to run the auction event. 

To sign up for training, please contact a Proxibid Account Manager. 

Training Sessions

Part 1:

• Occurs every Tuesday at 10:00AM CST
• This class is designed for new Software Operators or Software Operators who haven't run the application in over a year.
• This class covers the Proxibid Auctioneer and Bidder applications. The class looks at the way bidders interact with a company during an event followed by the basic functions, settings and process of running events with the Proxibid Auctioneer Application. 

Part 2:

• Occurs every Thursday at 10:00AM CST
• This class is for Part 1 attendees who have completed requirements for attendance.
• This class will walk through a "day-of" auction scenario.
• This class covers launching and pre-auction setup, group lots, messaging, closing, reconciling, & invoicing.
• This class also demonstrates the clerking of several practice lots to ensure Software Operators are comfortable running the application.  

Launching the Application

The Auctioneer Application requires a strong internet connection and an updated version of Java.

1. The Auctioneer Application should only be launched when the auction company is ready to begin the live webcast of the auction event.
2. Click the AppletLauncher link located in the top right corner of AuctionBuilder. Use the drop-down to select the applicable auction event.
   • Check the Set auction status to LIVE! box.
3. To stream audio and/or video, click the Launch Live AV button.
4. Enter login credentials into the User Name and Password fields.
   • Only users with administrative privileges can launch the Auctioneer Application.
5. Click the Launch Auctioneer Application button.

Best Practices

Prior to the Event

• Test the computer setup and connection before auction day and then again before the auction goes live.
• Schedule periodic breaks for the software operator.

Auction Day

• If the event will be streaming live audio via a cell phone, call the Proxibid audio line at 402-504-3500 approximately 10 minutes before the event begins.
• Verify that all battery powered equipment is fully charged, and that back-up equipment is readily available.
• Launch the live auction 30 minutes prior to the event start time.
  
  

Related Articles:

• Managing Live Events
• Event Operator Options
• Auctioneer Heads Up Display (AHUD)