System for optimization of cost management

Details System for optimization of cost management System for optimization of cost management

2004-10-15

2010-02-09

Shah, Amee A (Department: 3625)

Data processing: financial, business practice, management, or co

Automated electrical financial or business practice or...

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C705S005000

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07660743

ABSTRACT:
A method and system to for optimization of cost management that allows implementation of such controls and rules. In one embodiment, the system and method are integrated into an existing service procurement system.

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