Workflow systems and methods

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1997-07-28

1999-11-02

Maung, Zarni

Electrical computers and digital processing systems: multicomput

Computer conferencing

Demand based messaging

709203, 709219, G06F 1300

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059788364

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to message-based workflow systems and methods for computer networks. In one embodiment, the present invention provides three elements: (1) an e-mail system; (2) PC's, terminals, or workstations connected by the e-mail system; and (3) a form route manager connected by the e-mail system.

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