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Computer-implemented system and method for providing a user interface for defining a workflow for power interconnection

US10699231B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJul 15, 2015
Grant dateJun 30, 2020
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Expiry dateMay 18, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY04S10/50
  • WIPO fieldIT methods for management
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A graphical workflow definition and management tool enables administrators and other authorized users to implement a workflow process that can be used to evaluate project submissions or other applications that require step-by-step process completion. The steps required to navigate through the workflow are first defined. Inputs, outputs, and actions, including conditional criteria, can be specified for the steps. The flow of control between the individual steps in the workflow is mapped out; changes to the status of a project submission can cause a submission to migrate to a succeeding step in the workflow. A “sandbox” testing environment allows changes to any aspect of the workflow to be safely evaluated without affecting live data. Conflicts between production and test workflows are identified and intelligently resolved.

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