Abstract: A method for online task advising comprises loading a customizable script, the script comprising a task definition. A task instance is created based, at least in part, on the task definition. The task instance comprises a plurality of steps and each step comprises a description and a status. The status of one of the steps is updated based, at least in part, on a received command from a client, an associated one or more actions, or another step.

Abstract: A dynamic data synchronization network is provided wherein a plurality of workstations 11 are coupled to a common server 13 using a network 15. The workstations are capable of generating data such as a design model or portions of a design model. The server 13 stores a master of the design model and provides a copy to the workstations 11 for review and update. The input from the workstations to the server is controlled by access locking to permit only selective access to the master copy at the server to thereby keep synchronization. That access can be on the basis of objects in the data of the server. The present application is directed to the method of enrolling the clients.

Abstract: A dynamic data synchronization network is provided wherein a plurality of workstations 11 are coupled to a common server 13 using a network 15. The workstations are capable of generating data such as a design model or portions of a design model. The server 13 stores a master of the design model and provides a copy to the workstations 11 for review and update. The input from the workstations to the server is controlled by access locking to permit only selective access to the master copy at the server to thereby keep synchronization. That access can be on the basis of objects in the data of the server. The present application is directed to the method of enrolling the clients.