Patents by Inventor Aaron M. Linz

Aaron M. Linz has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Online tracking of delivery status information over a computer network
    Patent number: 6463420
    Abstract: A method and system for tracking, over a computer network, orders placed with a supplier and shipped by any of a variety of different carriers, the tracking taking place entirely within the confines of the supplier's web site. By providing for electronic communication of delivery status information between a variety of different carriers and the supplier's server, the supplier is able to provide online tracking information to a customer regardless of the individual manner of delivery.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2002
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Rebecca R. Guidice, Bruce J. McDonald, Scott M. Dix, John A. Moore, Timothy L. Atwell, Aaron M. Linz
  • Method and system for monitoring and modifying a consumption forecast over a computer network
    Patent number: 6430540
    Abstract: A method and system for enabling commercial web site users to monitor and display a consumption forecast for an established stocking program, wherein a stocking program is an agreement between a supplier and a customer that guarantees availability and consumption of a stocking program item based upon an established consumption forecast for the item. The user can review the current consumption forecast and additional details of an established stocking program and request modification of the forecast as desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 2000
    Date of Patent: August 6, 2002
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Rebecca R. Guidice, Aaron M. Linz, Michelle P. Large, Matthew G. Santomenna
  • On-line product searching method and apparatus
    Publication number: 20020029168
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for searching for products in an on-line purchasing system. Searches can be conducted in a variety of ways. For example, searches can be conducted based on a manufacturer, a type of product, or by product characteristics. The search method and apparatus is particularly well suited for searching bulk industrial products.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 2, 2001
    Publication date: March 7, 2002
    Inventors: Richard S. McConnell, Ramkin Shetty, Mark C. Rohrwasser, Aaron M. Linz
  • Method and system for monitoring and modifying a consumption forecast over a computer network
    Publication number: 20020022985
    Abstract: A method and system for enabling commercial web site users to monitor and display a consumption forecast for an established stocking program, wherein a stocking program is an agreement between a supplier and a customer that guarantees availability and consumption of a stocking program item based upon an established consumption forecast for the item. The user can review the current consumption forecast and additional details of an established stocking program and request modification of the forecast as desired.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2001
    Publication date: February 21, 2002
    Inventors: Rebecca R. Guidice, Aaron M. Linz, Michelle P. Large, Matthew G. Santomenna
  • Method and system for improved matching and scheduling
    Publication number: 20010032112
    Abstract: A method, system, and program providing improved techniques for selecting candidates filling predetermined criteria. The techniques are particularly suitable for screening resumes, matching job applicants to specific employment opportunities, and for scheduling interviews for the selected applicants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2000
    Publication date: October 18, 2001
    Inventor: Aaron M. Linz