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The sky’s the limit for your online auctions

Whether it’s your first online auction or your 100th, Tandem makes managing online auctions seamless and hassle-free for auction managers.

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Tandem makes online auctions a breeze

Tandem's online auction platform streamlines every aspect of the auction process, making it user-friendly for both bidders and auctioneers.

It handles both in-room and online registrations efficiently, assigning and tracking paddle numbers. Key features like dynamic bidding increments, auto bid options, and real-time outbid notifications keep the bidding process competitive and engaging.

Simplify auction closure and post-auction processes with batch closing, auto-extension for last-minute bids, and options for direct purchase or negotiation.

Trusted by auction houses across the globe

In Room & Online Registration

Handle both in-person and online buyer registration

Assign paddle numbers for both in-room and online bidders at registration. Tandem keeps track of all paddle numbers, both in-person and online, ensuring a smooth and organized bidding experience.

Dynamic Increments

Optimize bidding with custom increments

Set custom bidding increments for each auction. Tandem allows you to tailor the increment levels to suit the nature of the items being auctioned, ensuring competitive bidding and maximizing auction value.

Auto Bidding

Simplify bidding with automated bids

Automate the bidding process for buyers by allowing them to set a maximum bid for items they're interested in. The system bids on their behalf up to that limit, ensuring they remain competitive without constant monitoring.

Outbid Notification

Instant outbid alerts keep bidders informed

Keep bidders engaged with real-time notifications. When a bidder is outbid, they’ll instantly receive an alert to encourage continued participation in the auction.

Countdown Timer

Add urgency and clarity to online auctions

Display the time left for each lot, helping bidders make timely decisions and adding excitement to the bidding process.

Batch Close

Smooth closure with batch processing

Streamline the end of your auctions. Tandem allows you to close auctions in batches, making the process more manageable and efficient for both bidders and auctioneers.

Auto Extend

Fair bidding with auto-extension for last-minute bids

If there are bids in the last moments, Tandem automatically extends the bidding time, giving everyone a fair chance to participate and preventing sniping.

Buy Now

Direct purchase options for top bidders

Empower bidders with instant buy options. If the top bid is under the reserve price, you can present the 'Buy Now' option, allowing bidders to immediately purchase the item at a fair price.

Post-Auction Negotiations

Flexible options for negotiations and deal closures

Tandem offers tools to negotiate deals on lots below reserve. Print negotiation sheets, adjust commissions, and manage payments discreetly, maintaining flexibility and confidentiality in finalizing deals.

Bulk Invoicing

Enable quick invoicing during and after sales

Invoices can be generated during the sale as soon as lots are processed. This full back-office integration allows for efficient handling of transactions, offering the option to bulk invoice any remaining items post-auction.

Providing tech solutions to auction houses since 1997

See how we've changed workflows for clients around the world

I could not have grown my business as far or as efficiently without Tandem. Being fully online has opened doors I didn’t know existed. Having the stock management system integrated with the auction platform is seamless. The constant updates requested by all users add features not even thought about. I can always speak to a real person and the platforms do not break.
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Andrew Grigg

Owner, Cordy's Auction House

What makes Tandem so good is that it is integrated though out the auction process. From tracking initial consignment of goods to online auction deliver and dispatching of items, Tandem takes care of it all. If you are still trying to run your auction house while clicking through 2 different software programs then you need to change. We made this change 2 years ago and it has completely transformed the way we run our business.
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John More

Owner, Hayward's

In the fast paced world of technology, Tandem's system is professional, extremely user friendly, and one of the best investments we have made for our auction business.

Mandy Metzger

Owner, McElwain's Auctions

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FAQs

Find answers to commonly asked questions about our auction management system.

Can my team work from home?

You can access the back-office system from any internet connection, so it is quick and easy to work from home or out of the office.

Do I need to have an Android and iPhone app?

No, since 2017 all major web browsers on phones, tablets, and desktop computers can stream live audio and video so an app is no longer required.

What hardware do I need?

There is no software to install onto the computer, but the system does require a modern ever green web browser to operate, e.g. Microsoft Edge / Firefox / Chrome / Safari (Mac or iPad).

How do my emails not get flagged as spam?

By verifying our servers as part of your official email configuration we can use tools such as SPF, DKIM, DMARC to let mail servers know to trust your emails.  If that sounds complicated, we can help...

Can I keep running my in-room auctions or do I have to webcast?

You can get all the efficiency benefits while still running traditional in-room auctions with your preferred combination of absentee, in room and phone bidders.  The ability to attract a larger audience from online bidders at a webcast auction is only one step away when you are ready.

Can I export my data if I want to leave?

Yes, you can easily export the buyers, vendors, lots and financial data from each auction.

Can I use a mobile hotspot?

The system is cloud based and always requires a live internet connection.  While a 4G mobile data connection will provide access for a single user, a VDSL or Fibre connection is recommended when uploading images or for multiple users.

Can I import my existing data?

Yes, you can easily import buyer and vendor contact information from a spreadsheet or talk to us about importing historical auction data from different systems.

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More reasons to love Tandem

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Buyers

From watch list alerts to seamless collection, Tandem makes bidding and buying easier than ever.

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Vendors

Simplify vendor coordination and lean on automation to cut away the busywork.

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Stock

See how Tandem simplifies the complexities of stock management, from item entry to final shipping.

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Financials

Discover the joy of straightforward invoicing and flexible payment solutions tailored for the auction industry.

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Live

From seamless buyer registration to real-time display and webcasting, Tandem provides auction managers with the tools to conduct live auctions effortlessly and professionally.