Abstract: In some examples, a networked computing system comprises a backup node cluster of a backup service in communication with a host database node cluster of a host, a host database at least initially undiscovered by the backup node cluster, one or more processors coupled with memory storing instructions that, when executed, perform operations comprising at least installing a backup agent on at least one node of the host database node cluster, registering the host at the backup service, based on the host registration, triggering a host database discovery process to discover the undiscovered database automatically, the discovery process including a discovery call, in response to the discovery call, receiving metadata relating to the discovered database, and communicating with the discovered database.

Abstract: This invention proposes a systematic approach to itinerant selling wherein a vendor-centric view is adopted for inventory control, authenticated access to loading and vending of retail items within local regulatory frameworks. By providing precise information of every item, location and time at which the item was sold, and quantity sold, this invention is able to maintain detailed transactional logs, which can be used later for establishing compliance and resolving disputes. By providing means to identify unique carts, assign unique codes for every action performed in the system and addressing operational difficulties such as need to relocate from congested places of business, this invention provides an end-to-end solution for authorized itinerant sales. Additionally, per-item analysis is available by using unique identifiers on the items and enabling location-determination of the cart and its inventory for maintaining appropriate checks and balances in the system.