Patents by Inventor William A. Matera

William A. Matera 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).

  • Method for developing data warehouse logical data models using shared subject areas
    Patent number: 7359906
    Abstract: A logical data model (LDM) design methodology that utilizes common or shared subject areas, developed for applications across two or more industries, in the design and construction of data warehouse solutions and logical data models for specific customers. The development and use of shared subject areas provides for more effective new LDM development through re-use of common elements and quicker deployment of horizontal applications on all industries.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2003
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2008
    Assignee: NCR Corp.
    Inventors: Kim Nguyen Hargett, Stephen A. Brobst, Pieter Lessing, William A. Matera, Mark L. Crosby, Lily W. Young