Computer-automated integration with web-based accounting systems for improved display and processing of invoices

US12100057B1 · kind B1 · utility

Assignee

• Skyline Payment Systems, LLC · US

Inventors

• Phong Le · Santa Monica, US
• Long Le · Berlin, DE

Key dates

• Filing date: Mar 6, 2024
• Grant date: Sep 24, 2024
• Expiry date: Mar 6, 2044

Classification

• Technology area (CPC G): Physics
• CPC primary: G06Q30/04
• WIPO field: IT methods for management
• WIPO sector: Electrical engineering

Abstract

A computer-implemented method and system manages and processes outstanding invoices within various accounting software applications. The method includes analyzing a web page to identify a unique invoice identifier (e.g., within the web page's URL or a user interface element of the web page), obtaining additional invoice information from the accounting system based on the unique invoice identifier, and displaying this information in a user-friendly interface. A web browser plugin facilitates real-time data synchronization and payment processing by interacting with the accounting system through an API. The system streamlines the payment process by reducing the number of steps required, improving the efficiency and accuracy of financial transactions. The system is designed to be compatible with multiple accounting systems and web browsers, ensuring broad applicability and ease of use.