Drive Smarter Business Decisions with Deep Auction Insights
AuctionMethod’s built-in tools deliver exportable reports, audit-ready logs, and powerful analytics
Go beyond transactions with built-in reports, exportable data, and auction insights that give you full visibility into performance, so you can spot trends and improve operations.

Detailed Reporting Built for Clarity, Control, and Growth

It's your data – use it! Export reports, connect with third party tools, and analyze performance to spot trends, uncover auction insights, and make more informed decisions.
With deeper visibility into bidder behavior and operational metrics, you can fine-tune your strategy, boost bidder engagement, and drive sustained growth.




Comprehensive Reports
Access key auction insights without extra tools.
- Built-In Standard Reports: Accounts receivable, sales tax, invoice summaries, deposit summaries, and more
- Track Pickup & Payments: Filter by items, auctions, or status
- Bidders & Expenses: Get bidder-specific summaries and financial snapshots
- Custom Reports: Generate the auction insights you need, when you need them with our Custom Solutions
Advanced Analytics
Access auction performance data and performance insights. No external platforms required.
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Marketing Insights: Use Google Analytics (GA4) and custom scripts via Google Tag Manager to track ROI, monitor campaign performance, and gain deeper insight into site activity
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In-Platform Statistical View: A built-in dashboard displays auction totals, proxy bids, participation levels, bidder counts, and lot numbers
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Export to Excel: Download bidder, item, and invoice data for deeper analysis
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Filterable Reports: Quickly zero in on trends by applying filters to any dataset
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Read-Only Database Option: Connect your mirrored database to BI tools for advanced analysis


Invoice, Commissions and Payments
Track every dollar with flexible invoicing, commission settings, and payment integration.
- Automatic Invoicing: Generate and send invoices automatically, including calculated sales tax, shipping, and handling
- Payment Tracking: See who’s paid, what’s outstanding, and which items have been picked up
- Gateway Integrations: Accept payments through integrated processors like Fiserv/Clover
- Consignor Management: Keep track of commissions, set different commission structures, and automatically generate post-auction consignor statements
Data Ownership, Audit Trails, and Export Flexibility
With AuctionMethod, your data is always your own. Access it anytime to track results, uncover trends, and improve performance with confidence.
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Full Data Ownership: Your auction data stays with you and is accessible whenever needed
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Permanent Data Archiving: Retrieve historical auctions, bidder activity, and bid history on demand
Searchable Historical Results: Filter and analyze past item performance to spot trends and guide decisions.
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SEO Retention: Maintain on-site discoverability by preserving key items and auction data
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Audit Logs & Admin Accountability: Critical actions—such as payment edits or deletions—are recorded automatically for full transparency
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Accessible Audit Trails: Review past activity to gain auction insights and ensure administrative peace of mind.
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Export to Excel: Download bidder, item, and invoice data with ease
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Export with Images: Include item descriptions and photos for complete documentation
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Seamless Integrations: Connect your auction data with external tools like CRMs or accounting platforms to streamline workflows
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Auctioneers Love AuctionMethod
Winning words from our users.
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“Customer service is fast, adaptive, friendly, and experienced. There is rapid deployment, personalized service and help with data import.”
Traci L.
CFO
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“Utilizing this software platform has been a game-changer for my commercial real estate business by helping me to drive interest in my properties and compel potential buyers to act quickly. The platform's ease of use and AuctionMethod's customer support have made it the perfect choice for my business.”
David
Commercial Real Estate Broker
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“Loving AuctionMethod since 2019! We've been able to maintain and grow our company with many items in each auction. We average about 4,000 items weekly per auction. They have been right there with us through any questions and hiccups we've had.”
Kyle P.
Manager/Owner, Retail
Real Auctions, Real Results
What our users achieve annually powered by our platform.
Lots Listed
Invoices Processed
Auction Events Run
Renewal Rate
Platform Uptime
*Actual numbers from 2024-2025
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Auction Insights and Performance Reporting FAQs
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What types of standard reports are available?
The platform provides comprehensive standard reports including:
- Auction reports, which offer a breakdown of invoices and can be used to track who has paid, who has not, and what items have been picked up
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Sales tax reports
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Invoice summaries
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Deposit reports
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Bidder expense reports
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Consignor statements
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Can I customize or get specialized reports?
Custom reports can be built to meet specific needs under our Custom Solutions. Standard reports are built-in, and most can be exported for further analysis.
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Can I export data for external analysis or use?
Yes, all data generated on your platform belongs to you and is easy to export. Most reports are designed to be exported, typically to Excel, for detailed analysis. For advanced business intelligence and other purposes, there is an option to create a mirrored production database with read‑only access, allowing you to manipulate raw data as needed.
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How does the system handle historical data?
All auction data, including bid history and item descriptions, remain part of the system indefinitely and is always accessible to you. You can make past sales data and auction results publicly available on a “Past Auctions” page, enabling users to browse, search, and filter historical information.
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How can I track payments and item pickup?
You can keep close tabs on every transaction and pickup with our integrated invoicing and reporting tools. Invoices are generated automatically with calculated sales tax, shipping, and handling fees, and every payment is recorded in real time.
Our built-in reports show exactly who has paid and who still owes. When it's time for removal, you can mark items as picked up and capture the buyer's signature for proof of receipt. All payments are processed securely through integrations with leading gateways such as Fiserv and Clover, making collections seamless and reliable. -
Does the platform offer tools for marketing analytics or customer communication tracking?
Yes, the platform offers basic tools for communication and analytics, primarily focused on transactional messages such as outbid notices and invoice notifications. For marketing communications, we recommend using separate systems to ensure compliance with legal regulations. The platform supports integrations with third-party mailing list services like Mailchimp and Constant Contact.
You can also connect to Google Analytics (GA4) and implement custom scripts through Google Tag Manager to track marketing performance and gain deeper insights into site activity.
AuctionMethod is for Every Auction Business
It’s faster and easier to sell anything with our auction software.

Estate Liquidators
Simplify the process of organizing, inventorying, and selling estate assets.

Farm & Heavy Equipment
Simplify inventory listings and boost reach to serious equipment buyers.

Industrial
Manage complex lots, attract buyers, and handle surplus with a few clicks.

Non-Profits
Easy-to-run online and hybrid benefit auctions maximize fundraising efforts.

Retail Liquidators
Scalable, timed and fixed-price sales tools clear inventory quickly.

Corporations
Liquidate surplus or transition assets with audit-ready, compliant auction workflows.

Real Estate
List properties, share video walk-throughs, and capture competitive buyer interest.

Auto
Offload vehicles with branded, buyer-friendly auctions designed to drive interest.

Art & Collectables
Offer seamless sales of rare items with a flexible platform designed for curated catalogs and collector interest.

Government
Simplify surplus sales and public auctions with a compliant, configurable platform built for transparency and control.