Abstract: A drinking cup lid has at least two drinking regions, including a first drinking region defining a first opening and a second drinking region defining a second opening. The lid can form part of a beverage container that also has a cup defining a volume that can hold a single liquid, the cup having an opening defined by a rim. The lid can include a lip that mates with the cup rim. The multiple openings can be used for accommodating multiple drinking straws or for drinking directly from the beverage container. At least one drinking region or opening can include a distinguishing marker.

Abstract: A product information system and method are provided. A container or label, for example, can include an information system that includes stored product information, a speaker, and an activation mechanism that makes audible the product information. The foregoing can be provided for medication and medical device packaging, as well with other types of packaging, devices, and products.

Abstract: A negotiation system can include at least one negotiation database configured to store a set of seller information comprising a subject matter identification and a set of seller price information including a list price and a lowest price, the subject matter identification identifying a subject matter of a negotiation, a set of buyer information comprising a set of buyer price information including an offer price and a maximum price for the subject matter, and a negotiation module configured to determine a negotiated price from the seller price information and the buyer price information. An automated negotiation method comprises steps to perform the foregoing.