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Method and system for theory of constraints buffer graphing, tracking and management

US6501473B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMar 18, 1999
Grant dateDec 31, 2002
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Expiry dateMar 18, 2019

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S715/963
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A graphical method and system of tracking projects managed in accordance with Theory of Constraints project management techniques. A graph of project and feeding chain buffer consumption is constructed for at a glance project status review by management. Alternate buffer consumption models may be utilized.

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