Upon successful login, the BidLive bidding console is presented. This attractive, extremely user friendly bid panel is designed with simplicity in mind, yet provides an abundance of information. Streaming audio and video is just a click away. The BidLive service is offered as a co-branded service. That means that you benefit from retaining your identity and more importantly, expanding your brand into new marketplaces without the distractions and trouble of a Web portal.

As shown above, when no auction activity is present or between lot sales, the Bid button will be "dimmed out" inhibiting any bidding activity. Perhaps the auction house is preparing for the event to start and has enabled the IM or Instant Messaging function to answer questions prior to the start. When IM is activated, you can send messages directly to the auctioneer and she may respond to just you, present your question to the auctioneer or respond to the entire online bidding audience for their benefit.

Once the event has begun and the first lot is selected for sale, bidding can then begin by clicking on the now activated green Bid button. Also, notice the BidLive message at the bottom of the bidding panel. This is a scrolling message ticker that can be modified at any time for bidder notices or even advertising opportunities.