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Web-based Negotiation Support System

INSPIRE^©is the first system designed to conduct negotiations on the Web; developed by the InterNeg Group at Carleton University and Concordia University, with collaborators in several countries and a growing number of users from over sixty countries. The system is also available in Russian and Spanish languages.

INSPIRE^© has been developed for teaching and research purposes. We collect and analyse information generated during negotiations. We also ask users to fill in two questionnaires. Under no circumstances, however, do we provide or allow access to individual records nor do we disclose any information about any users (e.g., their names or email addresses).

Our users find INSPIRE easy and fun to use. They have enjoyed discussions on the Web with unknown opponents. They are able to use different strategies, learn more about negotiations and negotiation support and work on their skills.

Before you begin your INSPIRE negotiations follow these simple steps:

Read about the INSPIRE system.
Review the example that demonstrates INSPIRE's features.
Look at a handout for an explanation of the main steps and actions for using INSPIRE.
Remember that we have prepared FAQ and Glossary pages for you.

Take a shortcut to your negotiation by submitting the form below if:

you are revisiting this page to continue an INSPIRE negotiation; or
the negotiation has been set up for you and you were given the negotiation name, user name and (optionally) the password.

Please note that your counterpart may be in the same or a different time zone. Your counterpart wants to negotiate with you, so check either the INSPIRE site or your email every day.

Negotiation name: User name:

Password:

If nothing happens when you hit the 'Submit' button click here for help.

If you would like to try INSPIRE please use the Negotiation request page. We will send you a confirmation and then you will have the system at your service.
NOTE: You will need a browser that understands tables and JavaScript. Otherwise you will have problems.