Abstract: A computer-implemented method and system for distributed concurrent data updating of a business object having a structured format.

Abstract: Computer-implemented methods and systems are provided for inhibiting entry of unauthorized products in a supply chain. The methods and systems feature unique identifiers placed on products in the supply chain and Digitally Secured Electronic Titles (DSETs) for products. The DSETs are exchanged upon transfer of the products in the supply chain and tracked in an electronic registry.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for facilitating business-to-business transactions on a collaborative business network among a plurality of entities.

Abstract: Computer-implemented methods and systems are provided for inhibiting entry of unauthorized products in a supply chain. The methods and systems feature unique identifiers placed on products in the supply chain and Digitally Secured Electronic Titles (DSETs) for products. The DSETs are exchanged upon transfer of the products in the supply chain and tracked in an electronic registry.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method and system are provided for collaborative execution of business processes shared by entities and outsourced business partners providing products or services to the entities. A single software service is provided with common business process rules, a common business information schema, and a single directory of shared workspaces for registered users of all entities and outsourced partners on a publicly available server computer. The software service is managed by a third party. The users operate client devices communicating with the server computer over a global communications network to access the service. The service enables users to create collaboration workspaces. Each of the collaboration workspaces is identified in the single directory and accessible by a team of users associated with an entity and one or more outsourced business partners for one or more business processes shared by the entity and the one or more outsourced business partners.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method and system for distributed concurrent data updating of a business object having a structured format.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method and system for distributed concurrent data updating of a business object having a structured format.

Abstract: Computer-implemented methods and systems are provided for inhibiting entry of unauthorized products in a supply chain. The methods and systems feature unique identifiers placed on products in the supply chain and Digitally Secured Electronic Titles (DSETs) for products. The DSETs are exchanged upon transfer of the products in the supply chain and tracked in an electronic registry.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method and system for distributed concurrent data updating of a business object having a structured format.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for facilitating business-to-business transactions on a collaborative business network among a plurality of entities.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method and system are provided for collaborative execution of business processes shared by entities and outsourced business partners providing products or services to the entities. A single software service is provided with common business process rules, a common business information schema, and a single directory of shared workspaces for registered users of all entities and outsourced partners on a publicly available server computer. The software service is managed by a third party. The users operate client devices communicating with the server computer over a global communications network to access the service. The service enables users to create collaboration workspaces. Each of the collaboration workspaces is identified in the single directory and accessible by a team of users associated with an entity and one or more outsourced business partners for one or more business processes shared by the entity and the one or more outsourced business partners.

Abstract: A Web-based buyer-driven system of commerce efficiently and inexpensively connects buyers and sellers. In general, the system includes a Web site globally accessible by potential buyers and sellers. Potential buyers post descriptions of products and services they desire on the Web site. Interested sellers of those products and services can access the descriptions posted by the buyers and selectively post responses to buyers. The responses preferably include information identifying the seller and describing the product or service offered by the seller. The system determines if the potential buyer retrieves a response directed to him from a potential seller and, if so, it charges that potential seller a small fee.