The resource agent
is the core of the Merkato system. The Resource agent is responsible
for:
These actions occur during a single cycle in the
bidding process. Bidders who did not receive an allocation, or whose
allocation was less than they wanted, can submit another bid to
improve their positions. This cycle continues until bidders are
satisfied with their allocations or don’t want to bid at the current
market price.
When bidding is complete the Resource agent: