These dates generally refer to when the customer signed for the transfer of ownership.

And a customer doesn't just sign on the dotted line and drive away, forgotten.

And most shops encourge customers to sign a few autographs before making a decision.

The glove couple also encourage customers to sign their guest book.

At some locations where the "911" sauce is served, customers must sign a liability waiver.

The concept was slow to catch on; only three customers signed up initially.

But even so, the carriers can pass on new expenses even after customers have signed a contract.

But smaller customers just sign on the dotted line when they see a printed form.

In each case, the customer had signed for the work done, so the company knew it was right - and said so.

They also contain a special "digital signature pad," upon which customers sign their names.