Abstract: The invention relates to a method of processing information with a system comprising at least two processing devices coupled to a network, in which method a job for processing information is defined by a user of the system, whereafter in respect of processing devices belonging to a predetermined set selected from the at least two processing devices, a check is automatically made whether the same are suitable for performing the job, whereafter each processing device of the set is presented to the user via presentation means, wherein for each of said processing devices an indication is given whether the same is suitable for performing the job, whereafter a processing device belonging to the set is selected, and at least a part of the job is transmitted to the selected processing device. The invention also relates to a system for processing information suitable for applying this method and a computer program element for an information processing system to perform this method.

Abstract: A network resource mapping system generates pricing reports showing street level pricing of business entities. By mechanizing and combining a number of different calculations into a single tool, the system simplifies the pricing activity, reduces the pricing task time; and enables a pricing manager to propose a price without making simplifying assumptions. The network resource mapping system will be able to use business entity fiber routes, lit buildings, street level pricing data, cost of construction models and margin requirements to calculate potential bids. The tool will maintain the data; allow for centralized win-loss reporting and analysis; and feed down stream systems for won bids. The system query functionality enables the pricing manager to quickly review competitive situations associated with individual network circuit.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of processing information with a system comprising at least two processing devices coupled to a network, in which method a job for processing information is defined by a user of the system, whereafter in respect of processing devices belonging to a predetermined set selected from the at least two processing devices, a check is automatically made whether the same are suitable for performing the job, whereafter each processing device of the set is presented to the user via presentation means, wherein for each of said processing devices an indication is given whether the same is suitable for performing the job, whereafter a processing device belonging to the set is selected, and at least a part of the job is transmitted to the selected processing device. The invention also relates to a system for processing information suitable for applying this method and a computer program element for an information processing system to perform this method.

Abstract: A method for dyeing fabric to give pattern comprises clamping the fabric in certain configurations such as a folded configuration and applying dyestuffs which diffuse differentially between the clamps.