Patents by Inventor Alan P. Mitchell

Alan P. Mitchell 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).

  • Publication number: 20120290544
    Abstract: A solution for managing data compliance for a set of data repositories in an automated/semi-automated manner is provided. A data repository profile for each data repository can be used to identify a scanning component corresponding to the data repository, which can be launched to identify any suspect data items stored in the data repository. Subsequently, an identified suspect data item can be evaluated for compliance with one or more compliance policies of the corresponding data repository, which also can be stored in the repository profile. When the suspect data item is evaluated as being in violation of one or more compliance policies, a set of corrective actions stored in the repository profile can be identified and initiated to address the violation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2011
    Publication date: November 15, 2012
    Applicant: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Tamer E. Abuelsaad, Thomas E. Cook, Kevin C. McConnell, Alan P. Mitchell
  • Patent number: 8275698
    Abstract: An automated system and method for budgeting technology expenses for an individual based on an objective standard, wherein the system comprises a database comprising a list of technologies used by the individual; a controller connected to the database, the controller being adapted to establish a monetary budget allotment for the individual corresponding to use of the technologies by the individual; at least one data component connected to the controller, the data component comprising specifications attributed to the individual, wherein the specifications comprise rules for defining the monetary budget allotment for the individual; and at least one monitor connected to the controller, the monitor being adapted to track dynamic parameters affecting the monetary budget allotment for the individual, wherein the individual comprises a mobile employee performing work-related duties for an organization.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2012
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Gregory J. Boss, Andrew R. Jones, Kevin C. McConnell, Alan P. Mitchell
  • Patent number: 8190642
    Abstract: A method, system, and storage medium for implementing intelligent team management services. The method includes associating selected individuals with a datastore. The datastore houses content designated as key information and the selected individuals are designated as an entity. The method also includes creating a distribution list in a messaging application. The distribution list includes the selected individuals. The method further includes providing the selected individuals with access to the datastore.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2012
    Assignee: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Gregory J. Boss, Rick A. Hamilton, II, Andrew R. Jones, Kevin C. McConnell, Alan P. Mitchell, Robert R. Wentworth
  • Publication number: 20080167926
    Abstract: An automated system and method for budgeting technology expenses for an individual based on an objective standard, wherein the system comprises a database comprising a list of technologies used by the individual; a controller connected to the database, the controller being adapted to establish a monetary budget allotment for the individual corresponding to use of the technologies by the individual; at least one data component connected to the controller, the data component comprising specifications attributed to the individual, wherein the specifications comprise rules for defining the monetary budget allotment for the individual; and at least one monitor connected to the controller, the monitor being adapted to track dynamic parameters affecting the monetary budget allotment for the individual, wherein the individual comprises a mobile employee performing work-related duties for an organization.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 25, 2008
    Publication date: July 10, 2008
    Applicant: International Business Machines Corporation
    Inventors: Gregory J. Boss, Andrew R. Jones, Kevin C. McConnell, Alan P. Mitchell
  • Patent number: 4767598
    Abstract: An injection apparatus for introducing fluid material, such as a reactive element to a molten metal bath while resisting undesired oxidation. The injection apparatus consists of a body assembly having a chamber defined therein, and inlet and outlet passageways communicating with the chamber which cooperate to define a passageway therethrough. The lower end of the outlet extends below the surface of the molten metal bath. Purging gas is introduced through a gas inlet and provide a substantially purged atmosphere throughout the molten metal passageway. The atmosphere in the passageway is purged in order that the fluid material can be safely introduced into the molten bath. The injection apparatus is readily assembled and disassembled by means of a unique clamping device employed with the body assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 1986
    Date of Patent: August 30, 1988
    Assignee: Aluminum Company of America
    Inventors: Michael J. Kinosz, Alan P. Mitchell