Abstract: The illustrative embodiments provide a computer implemented method, computer usable program code, and system for managing special requests of meeting attendees through an electronic calendar application. A host lists prospective attendees to a meeting in an electronic calendar application. The calendar application searches the attendees' profiles for any special requests the attendees may have. Upon finding a special request, the calendar application contacts an appropriate special requests service vendor and arranges for the special requests service. The calendar application then follows up by confirming the meeting with the special requests service vendor and inviting the meeting attendees.

Abstract: A system and method for user-defined control of the operation and appearance of a computerized instant messaging service and associated user interface is disclosed, providing ease of use, control over presentation and access to instant messaging services, particularly for unsighted and other users requiring assistive technologies. A instant messaging (IM) application includes an active sessions list (ASL) comprised of algorithmically ordered identifiers of all communicants in current active chat sessions with the user. The list is presented on the desktop and focused by a predefined first hot-key. By selecting identifiers from the list and activating a predefined second hot-key, chat windows associated with the communicants are opened and focused for receipt of responsive messages from the user.

Abstract: The illustrative embodiments provide a computer implemented method, computer usable program code, and system for managing special requests of meeting attendees through an electronic calendar application. A host lists prospective attendees to a meeting in an electronic calendar application. The calendar application searches the attendees' profiles for any special requests the attendees may have. Upon finding a special request, the calendar application contacts an appropriate special requests service vendor and arranges for the special requests service. The calendar application then follows up by confirming the meeting with the special requests service vendor and inviting the meeting attendees.

Abstract: A method and implementing computer system are provided for enabling management of restricted parking spaces for vehicles. In an example, a sensing system senses the presence of vehicles in predetermined parking spaces and stores that information for subsequent processing. Particular parking restrictions, or limited parking indicia, for given parking spaces are displayed and viewable to vehicle operators. The posted parking restriction indicia are selectively changeable to accommodate various parking demand situations. The displayed limited parking indicia may be changed from one type of limited parking to other types of limited (or unlimited) parking from a remote server location, either selectively by an administrator or in accordance with a stored parking authorization plan or schedule. Vehicles are scanned for proper authorization for predetermined types of parking spaces.

Abstract: In a method for providing customized services to a person having a disability, a first message is transmitted by a wireless client device and is received by a server device. The client device is operable by the person with the disability. The first message is transmitted by using a close-range, standard-protocol radio signal. The server device sends a first response message to the client device by using the protocol. The first response identifies a contact phone number. The person with disability dials the contact phone number, thereby generating a second message that uniquely identifies the person. The server device receives the second message on the wireless carrier network. The server device performs a search on a database for a record matching the person. On finding a match, a second response is sent to the client device describing a list of customized services configured for the person with disabilities.

Abstract: According to one form of the invention, a method for providing special needs services information to a customer includes receiving an identification of the customer by an enterprise. A universal database is then accessed. The universal database includes information identifying a special need of the customer. The database information for the customer is selectable responsive to the customer's identification. An enterprise database is also accessed that includes information identifying special needs services available from the enterprise. The customer is sent an indication of a set of special need related services that are-available from the enterprise for the customer. The set of services is determined by the enterprise database responsive to the customer's special need information.

Abstract: In a method for providing customized services to a person having a disability, a first message is transmitted by a wireless client device and is received by a server device. The client device is operable by the person with the disability. The first message is transmitted by using a close-range, standard-protocol radio signal. The server device sends a first response message to the client device by using the protocol. The first response identifies a contact phone number. The person with disability dials the contact phone number, thereby generating a second message that uniquely identifies the person. The server device receives the second message on the wireless carrier network. The server device performs a search on a database for a record matching the person. On finding a match, a second response is sent to the client device describing a list of customized services configured for the person with disabilities.