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Workflow systems and methods

US5978836A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 28, 1997
Grant dateNov 2, 1999
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Expiry dateJul 28, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06Q10/10
  • WIPO fieldIT methods for management
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The present invention relates to message-based workflow systems and methods for computer networks. In one embodiment, the present invention provides three elements: (1) an e-mail system; (2) PC's, terminals, or workstations connected by the e-mail system; and (3) a form route manager connected by the e-mail system.

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