Abstract: Embodiments of methods and systems for sales tracking using mobile devices are described. In an embodiment, a method may include an employee interface device registering a sign-in entry in an internet-based tracking database in response to an application of the employee interface device determining that a location module of the employee interface device is within a pre-defined range of one of multiple pre-defined locations of interest, and that the location module has remained within the pre-defined range of one of the multiple pre-defined locations of interest for a pre-defined time period. In an embodiment, the employee interface device may register a sign-out time of the sign-in entry in the internet-based tracking database in response to the application of the employee interface device determining that the location module has moved outside the pre-defined range, and that the location module has remained outside the pre-defined range for the pre-defined time period.

Abstract: Embodiments of methods and systems for sales tracking using mobile devices are described. In an embodiment, a method may include an employee interface device registering a sign-in entry in an internet-based tracking database in response to an application of the employee interface device determining that a location module of the employee interface device is within a pre-defined range of one of multiple pre-defined locations of interest, and that the location module has remained within the pre-defined range of one of the multiple pre-defined locations of interest for a pre-defined time period. In an embodiment, the employee interface device may register a sign-out time of the sign-in entry in the internet-based tracking database in response to the application of the employee interface device determining that the location module has moved outside the pre-defined range, and that the location module has remained outside the pre-defined range for the pre-defined time period.

Abstract: In one example, credentialing method involving a credentialing provider and a client comprising the step of establishing one or more custom credential categories for an entity.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for vendor credentialing. The apparatus includes a printer-scanner combination, which operates by scanning a bar code supplied by the vendor and printing an access indication that—based on the bar code—either permits, denies, or grants conditional vendor access. The vendor acquires the bar code via electronic communications between a mobile electronic device and a credentialing provider and independent of the printer-scanner combination.

Abstract: The present invention is an interoperable biometrics system that utilizes one or more video communication control devices 32 and/or one or more digital data conversion devices 33 to allow multiple analogue 20 and/or digital 21 output biometric capture devices to communicate with a processing computer 25. The system further incorporates a routing software for addressing and naming the various hardware devices and software systems to enable interoperability between different makes and models and the biometrics capture and/or processing devices, their relevant communications software, and their relevant processing software and algorithms.

Abstract: Devices, kits, and methods for selectively and alternately isolating one of a pair of bronchi or lungs are provided. A main body has proximal and distal ends defining a lumen, a side port and opening formed near the distal end. An insert having first and second ends, and an aperture located near the second end, is configured to have the second end placed in the main body lumen. The insert aperture permits passageway to at least one of the main body side port or distal opening, while an exchangeable insert permits passageway to the other main body side port or opening, or optionally one insert moves between first and second positions to selectively and alternately permit passageway to the one or other main body side port or opening. Kits and methods are provided for selectively and alternately isolating one of a pair of bronchi or lungs.

Abstract: The present invention is an interoperable biometrics system that utilizes one or more video communication control devices 32 and/or one or more digital data conversion devices 33 to allow multiple analogue 20 and/or digital 21 output biometric capture devices to communicate with a processing computer 25. The system further incorporates a routing software for addressing and naming the various hardware devices and software systems to enable interoperability between different makes and models and the biometrics capture and/or processing devices, their relevant communications software, and their relevant processing software and algorithms.

Abstract: The present invention is a security system that utilizes an identity verification system having a biometrics component, such as but not limited to a face, fingerprint, or iris recognition system. The system connects a biometric data entry device such as a standard analogue or digital camera to a communication control device which captures, compresses and digitizes the biometric data as well as converts data from data input devices and sends the compressed and digitized biometric data along with the data from a data input device to a central processing unit for processing by a biometric recognition system and comparison to stored biometric data.

Abstract: The present invention includes a communication control device that connects directly to at least one camera. Either analogue or digital cameras are connected to the communication control device. The communication control device captures, compresses, digitizes and/or encrypts the photographic images communicated to the communication control device from each camera and then communicates the processed or compressed images through a TCP/IP or other network protocol to a computer for further processing. The device can further bi-directionally communicate common protocols such as RS232 or RS485 protocols over new or existing computer networks using a TCP/IP or other network protocol. This allows for data input devices such as keyboards, magnetic stripe card readers, proximity readers, barcode scanners, document scanners or similar devices to be interfaced directly into the communication control device.

Abstract: The present invention is a security system that utilizes an identity verification system having a biometrics component, such as but not limited to a face, fingerprint, or iris recognition system. The system connects a biometric data entry device such as a standard analogue or digital camera to a communication control device which captures, compresses and digitizes the biometric data as well as converts data from data input devices and sends the compressed and digitized biometric data along with the data from a data input device to a central processing unit for processing by a biometric recognition system and comparison to stored biometric data.

Abstract: The present invention includes a communication control device that connects directly to at least one camera. Either analogue or digital cameras are connected to the communication control device. The communication control device captures, compresses, digitizes and/or encrypts the photographic images communicated to the communication control device from each camera and then communicates the processed or compressed images through a TCP/IP or other network protocol to a computer for further processing. The device can further bi-directionally communicate common protocols such as RS232 or RS485 protocols over new or existing computer networks using a TCP/IP or other network protocol. This allows for data input devices such as keyboards, magnetic stripe card readers, proximity readers, barcode scanners, document scanners or similar devices to be interfaced directly into the communication control device.

Abstract: An improved scaffold system suitable for tunnel roofing and siding, and other applications above and below the ground is disclosed. This invention is a diesel powered, hydraulically actuated, mobile and adjustable scaffold system that an operator can drive into a work area, such as a tunnel. Once at the work area, the operator can address the work face head on, and can adjust the workpiece carried on the work bearing surface of the system in every possible dimension.This invention compries a self-powered vehicle assembly and a multi-table assembly. The vehicle assembly provides a general level of mobility and maneuverability to the entire system. The multi-table assembly mounted on top of the vehicle assembly includes several movable tables, the top one of which supports a work bearing surface.