A method and system of dispensing items in a controlled manner from cabinets or similar enclosures, re-ordering the dispensed articles or items, and providing inventory and other information about the items and users in the system. The invention utilizes a distributed network and permits users to browse...http://www.google.com.au/patents/US6418416?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US6418416 - Inventory management system and method
