Patents by Inventor Kenneth W. Dion

Kenneth W. Dion 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).

  • Patent number: 8503924
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a method, system, and computer product for complete and comprehensive education competency and compliance management method and system for institutions and organizations. The embodiments of the present invention disclose a method whereby a sponsoring organization or institution need only provide secure access to the hosting organizations content delivery for ease of capture, organization of and reporting on the entire educational program. The sponsoring organization is able to direct employees to educational activities required to be completed based on the compliance requirements for their role in the organization. The hosting organization remains content independent to objectively provide the “best value” content for sponsoring organizations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 6, 2013
    Inventor: Kenneth W. Dion
  • Patent number: 7917417
    Abstract: An intelligent and automated system and method for establishment, collection, and maintaining of organizational and personal portfolios. In relationship to the present invention the term intelligent refers to the systems program structure which facilitates simple user entry while performing complex operations and manipulations, transparent to the individual. The term automated relates to the structured computer algorithms implementing the present system. Additionally, users may customize interfaces and functions to improve their interactions with the present invention. Also multiple selected copies may be collected into repositories as the user desires. The present system functionality is offered as a complete package with hardware and software available through any internet connection. The combination of native code with design patterns to isolate repeated elements improves reliability and stability of system operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2011
    Inventor: Kenneth W. Dion
  • Publication number: 20100100408
    Abstract: A system, method, and computer product for implementing a multifaceted professional continuing competency management software product that addresses the evolved employment environment challenges. This comprehensive computer technology solution includes knowledge management, skill evaluation, individual portfolios, staffing methods, and performance management to enable implementation of a professional continuing competency optimizer for professional organization(s) and to the individual professional.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 21, 2008
    Publication date: April 22, 2010
    Inventor: Kenneth W. Dion
  • Publication number: 20090089154
    Abstract: A web-based full-cycle 360 degree (manager, peer and employee feedback) employee performance evaluation and management system and method based on organization-defined standards of behavior, job specific criteria, self review, peer feedback, and dotted line supervisor input. Standardizes evaluations for shared efforts and matrix type management situations. Evaluations include all aspects of the evaluated requirements in the employee assessment such as: job knowledge, accomplishment of objectives, quality of work, productivity, initiative and creativity, interpersonal relationships, supervisory skills, dependability and professional contribution. Manages delivery and tracking of employee performance and identifies educational and professional development needs. Provides a comprehensive record of skills and abilities that could benefit the organization and might otherwise not be noticed or recognized.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 16, 2008
    Publication date: April 2, 2009
    Inventor: Kenneth W. Dion
  • Publication number: 20080318197
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a method, system, and computer product for complete and comprehensive education competency and compliance management method and system for institutions and organizations. The embodiments of the present invention disclose a method whereby a sponsoring organization or institution need only provide secure access to the hosting organizations content delivery for ease of capture, organization of and reporting on the entire educational program. The sponsoring organization is able to direct employees to educational activities required to be completed based on the compliance requirements for their role in the organization. The hosting organization remains content independent to objectively provide the “best value” content for sponsoring organizations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 22, 2007
    Publication date: December 25, 2008
    Inventor: Kenneth W. Dion
  • Publication number: 20080040193
    Abstract: A system and method for implementing a dynamic staff bid system of scheduling and time slotting of staff personnel by administrative personnel. The present invention with the matching engine selecting qualified, capable employees by direct messaging for bidding based on dynamic feedback reduces potentially dangerous mismatches of personnel. Also the present invention affords improved work availability to employees, improved insight (from on the job feedback) enhanced flexibility to administrators and an improved working environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2007
    Publication date: February 14, 2008
    Inventor: Kenneth W. Dion