18297800. DETERMINING DYNAMIC WORKFLOWS simplified abstract (International Business Machines Corporation)
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DETERMINING DYNAMIC WORKFLOWS
Organization Name
International Business Machines Corporation
Inventor(s)
Anbumunee Ponniah of Bangalore (IN)
Gandhi Sivakumar of Bentleigh (AU)
Yuhong Yin of Westford MA (US)
Shweta Shandilya of Bangalore (IN)
DETERMINING DYNAMIC WORKFLOWS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18297800 titled 'DETERMINING DYNAMIC WORKFLOWS
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a computer-implemented method that analyzes nodes in a workflow to evaluate its efficacy and identify tasks that can be changed to counter disruptions.
- **Mapping of Nodes:** The program code executes on a processor to map nodes based on the analysis of tasks distributed in the workflow.
- **Cost Analysis:** The processor determines costs associated with each node and changes to each node in the workflow.
- **Task Identification:** Tasks in the workflow that can be altered to mitigate disruptions impacting parameters used to evaluate efficacy are identified.
Potential Applications: This technology can be applied in various industries where workflows are distributed across multiple nodes, such as project management, supply chain optimization, and manufacturing processes.
Problems Solved: The technology addresses the challenge of optimizing workflows by identifying and implementing changes to tasks to maintain efficiency in the face of disruptions.
Benefits: - Improved workflow efficiency - Cost reduction through optimized task allocation - Enhanced adaptability to disruptions in the workflow
Commercial Applications: Potential commercial applications include software tools for workflow optimization, consulting services for process improvement, and integration into existing project management systems.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior research in the fields of workflow optimization, distributed computing, and process automation to understand the evolution of similar technologies.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay informed about the latest developments in workflow optimization, distributed systems, and process automation to enhance the application of this technology in various industries.
Questions about Workflow Optimization: 1. How does this technology compare to traditional workflow management systems? 2. What are the key factors to consider when implementing changes to tasks in a distributed workflow?
Original Abstract Submitted
Computer implemented method, systems, and computer program products include program code executing on a processor(s) mapping, based on analyzing two or more nodes over which tasks comprising the workflow are distributed, each node to one or more parameters utilized to evaluate efficacy of the workflow. The processor(s) determines, based on the mapping, costs associated with each node and costs associated with changes to each node. The processor(s) identifies tasks in the workflow that can be changed to counter disruptions impacting at least one parameter of the one or more parameters utilized to evaluate the efficacy of the workflow.
