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Auctioning

The auctioneer’s secret weapon

Every auction is more than an event – it’s an experience. From the thrill of live auctions to the convenience of online bidding, we’ve got all the tools to make your auctions the talk of the town.

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There’s a reason why auction houses partner with Tandem

Ready to take your auctions to the next level? Whether you’re putting on traditional in-room auctions, webcast auctions, timed auctions, or hybrid auctions with a blend of everything, Tandem has you covered. Our real-time broadcasting tools recreate the live auction experience on devices everywhere. Integrated clerking tools streamline processes, while dynamic bidding increments ensure a fair bidding environment. Gain insights with live bidding analytics and generate post-auction reports for strategic planning.

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Types of Online Auctions

Run any auction format for your buyers

From webcasts to timed auctions, cater to varied bidder preferences. Tailor your auctions to maximize reach and engagement.

In-Room Auctions

A traditional, real-time bidding format where participants gather at a physical location to bid on items sequentially presented by the auctioneer. It's an ideal choice for those who relish the excitement of live auctions and prefer to see the items firsthand.

Webcast / Hybrid Auctions

Seamlessly blend in-room auctions with online bidding, allowing participants from around the world to join in real-time via the internet. Expand your auction's reach and engagement, accommodating both local and remote bidders.

Timed Auctions

Automate the bidding process over a set period, enabling bidders to place and adjust their bids on items in any order until each item's closing time. Manage auto-bids and time extensions to ensure a fair and competitive bidding environment that attracts bidders seeking convenience and flexibility.

Timed + Live Auctions

For added excitement and demand-building, consider a timed + live auction. Unlike traditional absentee bids, online pre-bidding generates interest and speeds up the live auction process, maximizing participation and competition.

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Real-time Broadcasting

Bring the live auction experience to screens around the world

Broadcast auctions with minimal latency and dynamic displays. Real-time tools bring the auction room experience to screens everywhere.

Broadcast Studio

Near-real-time auction broadcasting with approximately half-second latency via webcam and microphone. Remote bidders experience the thrill of live auctions without missing a beat.

In-room Display

Showcase the current lot, bid, and ask details via a Chromecast to in-room TV screens. Enhance the in-room bidding experience, providing participants with crucial information at their fingertips.

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Clerking Tools

Ensure accuracy and speed in auction transactions

Optimize the clerking process with fully integrated tools. Ensure fairness and efficiency in every transaction.

Clerking Features

Quickly find registered phone bidders, automatically apply top absentee or pre-bids, and process incoming bids from the floor, phones or online bidders. Capture the buyer number while processing a sale, record subject sales, or pass in each lot. You’ll be ready to invoice the buyer, receipt payment, and dispatch goods straight away.

Dynamic Bidding Increments

Adjust bid increments in real-time based on the current highest bid, optimizing the bidding experience. Easily override increments when auctioneers need to exercise discretion, ensuring fair and competitive bidding.

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Reports & Insights

Gain actionable insights from your auction data

Gain real-time insights into bidder behavior and post-auction performance. Knowledge delivered concisely aids in strategic planning.

Live Bidding Analytics

Track bidding activity in real-time, gaining insights into bidder behavior and auction dynamics. Make informed decisions during the auction, adjusting your strategy as needed to achieve the best results.

Post-Auction Reports

Generate comprehensive reports post-auction, including prices realized, unsold items, and other key metrics. Analyze valuable data for your strategic planning and decision-making, helping you enhance future auctions and bidders' experiences.

Integrations

Direct integrations with your favorite tools

Take advantage of one of our native integrations, use our API to connect to any other tool you want to sync data to, and export financial data to CSV.

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Dropbox

Easily upload all of your lot photographs to your sale catalogue with our Dropbox integration.

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Mailchimp

Link email notifications and updates to your vendors, buyers, and more with our Mailchimp integration.

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Xero

Connect your financial reports with your auction house and streamline invoicing, payments, and more.

Providing tech solutions to auction houses since 1997

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

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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Find out if Tandem is a good fit for you in just 30 minutes.

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The story behind Tandem

Kia ora from New Zealand,

I'm Scott, the founder of Tandem. My adventure in auction software began in 1995, rewriting the back office system for Cordys Auction House. That initial foray into the auction world was just the beginning. Fast forward to 2015, I set out to reimagine auction software for a new era.

The onset of COVID-19 was a turning point. With auction houses facing unprecedented challenges, we pivoted quickly to ramp up online bidding capabilities. Within months, we were able to launch our first online auctions.

Our journey has been closely tied with our customers — it's a partnership in every sense. The evolution of Tandem, from online and timed auctions to the integration of real-time audio and video, and now hybrid auctions, has been driven by their needs and feedback.

It's not just about building software; it's about enabling businesses to thrive.

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Scott Wackrow

Founder of Tandem

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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Administration

Our all-in-one auction management system not only eases your administrative load, but also enhances your overall efficiency. Enjoy the benefits of concierge onboarding, top-notch data security, and automatic data backups & recovery.

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Operations

Say hello to smoother auction days. Our operation tools are like your personal assistant, keeping everything organized and giving you more time to focus on what really matters.

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Buyer Experience

Welcome your buyers to a whole new world of bidding with Tandem’s buyer portal. It’s easy, it’s engaging, and it’s designed to make every bidder feel like a VIP.