System and method for delegation in a project management context
US7082457B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 1, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jul 25, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 17, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S707/99932
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A system implemented on a computer network for delegating tasks within a project to achieve collaboration among resources in a team environment. Components of the computer network permit communication among a project manager and resources working on the project. Task delegations can be performed vertically from the project manager to resources and horizontally among resources. The project manager can monitor the delegations or can allow the resources to control the delegations. Resources can also further define and subdivide tasks. Ownership of tasks and other information about the status of the tasks can be stored and assembled in various useful formats for the project manager.
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