System and method for managing information and collaborating

Details System and method for managing information and collaborating System and method for managing information and collaborating

2004-08-30

2009-12-22

Etienne, Ario (Department: 2457)

Electrical computers and digital processing systems: multicomput

Computer conferencing

C709S203000, C709S205000, C709S206000, C709S227000, C709S229000, C709S239000, C707S793000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07636752

ABSTRACT:
Disclosed is an information management and collaboration system and method for managing information flow in real time. A real time chat communication channel provides a link for users to interact in a customized setting. Users are provided with such customizable features as contextual transcripts, parameterized input and output panels, channel management, contact management and application interaction. The system and method disclosed allows information to be managed in a customized environment based on user preferences. Further, the system and method disclosed provide a highly configurable environment for interaction with other information and collaboration systems, as well as other utility application programs.

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