US20040260601A1 - System and method for internet based procurement of goods and services - Google Patents

System and method for internet based procurement of goods and services Download PDF

Info

Publication number
US20040260601A1
US20040260601A1 US10/031,866 US3186601A US2004260601A1 US 20040260601 A1 US20040260601 A1 US 20040260601A1 US 3186601 A US3186601 A US 3186601A US 2004260601 A1 US2004260601 A1 US 2004260601A1
Authority
US
United States
Prior art keywords
job
hiring manager
applicant
terminal
human resources
Prior art date
Legal status (The legal status is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the status listed.)
Abandoned
Application number
US10/031,866
Inventor
Victor Brief
Current Assignee (The listed assignees may be inaccurate. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy of the list.)
Volt Information Sciences Inc
Original Assignee
Individual
Priority date (The priority date is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the date listed.)
Filing date
Publication date
Application filed by Individual filed Critical Individual
Priority to US10/031,866 priority Critical patent/US20040260601A1/en
Assigned to VOLT INFORMATION SCIENCES, INC. reassignment VOLT INFORMATION SCIENCES, INC. ASSIGNMENT OF ASSIGNORS INTEREST (SEE DOCUMENT FOR DETAILS). Assignors: BRIEF, VICTOR
Publication of US20040260601A1 publication Critical patent/US20040260601A1/en
Priority to US11/698,603 priority patent/US8190462B2/en
Assigned to VOLT INFORMATION SCIENCES INC. reassignment VOLT INFORMATION SCIENCES INC. ASSIGNMENT OF ASSIGNORS INTEREST (SEE DOCUMENT FOR DETAILS). Assignors: BRIEF, VICTOR, CULLEN, III, ANDREW A.
Priority to US13/460,979 priority patent/US8712819B2/en
Abandoned legal-status Critical Current

Links

Images

Classifications

    • GPHYSICS
    • G06COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
    • G06QINFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY [ICT] SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE, COMMERCIAL, FINANCIAL, MANAGERIAL OR SUPERVISORY PURPOSES; SYSTEMS OR METHODS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE, COMMERCIAL, FINANCIAL, MANAGERIAL OR SUPERVISORY PURPOSES, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • G06Q30/00Commerce
    • G06Q30/06Buying, selling or leasing transactions
    • GPHYSICS
    • G06COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
    • G06QINFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY [ICT] SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE, COMMERCIAL, FINANCIAL, MANAGERIAL OR SUPERVISORY PURPOSES; SYSTEMS OR METHODS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE, COMMERCIAL, FINANCIAL, MANAGERIAL OR SUPERVISORY PURPOSES, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • G06Q10/00Administration; Management
    • G06Q10/06Resources, workflows, human or project management; Enterprise or organisation planning; Enterprise or organisation modelling
    • G06Q10/063Operations research, analysis or management
    • G06Q10/0631Resource planning, allocation, distributing or scheduling for enterprises or organisations
    • G06Q10/06311Scheduling, planning or task assignment for a person or group
    • GPHYSICS
    • G06COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
    • G06QINFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY [ICT] SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE, COMMERCIAL, FINANCIAL, MANAGERIAL OR SUPERVISORY PURPOSES; SYSTEMS OR METHODS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE, COMMERCIAL, FINANCIAL, MANAGERIAL OR SUPERVISORY PURPOSES, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • G06Q10/00Administration; Management
    • G06Q10/06Resources, workflows, human or project management; Enterprise or organisation planning; Enterprise or organisation modelling
    • G06Q10/063Operations research, analysis or management
    • G06Q10/0631Resource planning, allocation, distributing or scheduling for enterprises or organisations
    • G06Q10/06311Scheduling, planning or task assignment for a person or group
    • G06Q10/063112Skill-based matching of a person or a group to a task
    • GPHYSICS
    • G06COMPUTING; CALCULATING OR COUNTING
    • G06QINFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY [ICT] SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE, COMMERCIAL, FINANCIAL, MANAGERIAL OR SUPERVISORY PURPOSES; SYSTEMS OR METHODS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR ADMINISTRATIVE, COMMERCIAL, FINANCIAL, MANAGERIAL OR SUPERVISORY PURPOSES, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • G06Q10/00Administration; Management
    • G06Q10/10Office automation; Time management
    • G06Q10/105Human resources
    • G06Q10/1053Employment or hiring

Definitions

  • the present invention relates to a system and method for the procurement and management of contingent workforce using proprietary systems, processes and methodologies.
  • the system software is used for operating a customer server, a supplier processor server and a supplier catalog server.
  • the supplier system includes a catalog and an order processor wherein the catalog contains information regarding all of the suppliers' goods made available to the customer organization.
  • the system only presents those goods and services that are stored in a catalog. This configuration is ill suited for the rapidly changing job placement field wherein the number of employment positions and available employees fluctuates daily.
  • Temporary help applicants are screened and their particular skills are matched to client job orders. Those temporary help employees whose skills and availability match the job order are contacted by phone and asked if they would accept the position. If accepted, the client is notified by phone that a match has been made. This only allows for staffing firms to properly fill their orders received from clients. It does not allow clients to select candidates.
  • U.S. Pat. No. 5,978,768 to McGovern et al. entitled “Computerized Job Search System and Method for Posting and Searching Job Openings Via a Computer Network”, discloses a system that enables an employer to advertise available positions on the Internet and directly receive resumes from prospective candidates.
  • the system stores the received resumes in relation to the position for which the job applicant is applying.
  • the human resource hiring contact can then select a position, view the received resumes for that position and score the resumes to determine if there is a match. This is well suited for situations where managers are hiring full time employees directly.
  • the system is comprised of a human resources procurement (“HRP”) server connected to the Internet and a plurality of associate vendors (“A/V's”) connected to the human resources procurement server either directly or through the Internet.
  • HRP human resources procurement
  • A/V's associate vendors
  • H/M human resources procurement
  • the H/M can access the HRP server either directly or through the Internet.
  • the H/M enters a job description into a job database stored in the HRP server and enters any pertinent job requirements. If the job descriptions require more detail, the associate vendors can request additional information online.
  • the associate vendors access the job database and match qualified job applicants with the job descriptions.
  • Hiring Managers using the system are able to review, on-line, the resume and quotes submitted by each associate vendor. If the hiring manager approves the job applicant, an interview is setup to make the final determination concerning employment. The A/V's are notified, typically via email, whether or not their proposals require an interview. If so, the system keeps track of the candidate's availability and updates the records accordingly. If the candidate is offered the job, the managed service program (“MSP”) specialist concludes the final negotiations with the H/M and closes the deal. Once approved, the employee can submit time slips to the HRP server, which forwards it to the manager (“HM”) for approval. Once approved, the time is matched against the contract bill rate and an invoice is generated to the client, and a payment is generated to the vendor with the contracted terms. The job status can be tracked for human resource, financial, tracking and other purposes.
  • MSP managed service program
  • the method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services comprises the steps of receiving a request, forwarding the request to AV's, receiving resumes from the AV's, qualifying resumes, forwarding qualified resumes to a hiring manager, coordinating an interview, notifying the AV is a candidate is declined, and processing the hire of a successful employee.
  • FIG. 1 is a schematic view of a reference model for the system for the Internet based procurement of goods and services according to the present invention
  • FIG. 1 a is a schematic view of the Human Resources Procurement server of FIG. 1;
  • FIG. 2 is a flow diagram of the overall method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services according to the present invention
  • FIG. 3 a is a call flow diagram illustrating the method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services according to the present invention
  • FIG. 3 b is a continuation of the call flow diagram of FIG. 3 a;
  • FIG. 3 c is a continuation of the call flow diagram of FIG. 3 b;
  • FIG. 3 d is a continuation of the call flow diagram of FIG. 3 c;
  • FIG. 3 e is a continuation of the call flow diagram of FIG. 3 a;
  • FIG. 3 f is a continuation of the call flow diagram of FIG. 3 a;
  • FIG. 4 is a call flow diagram illustrating an additional method for entering a new request for quote (“RFQ”) according to the present invention
  • FIG. 5 is a call flow diagram illustrating an additional method for entering a new non-request for quote according to the present invention
  • FIG. 6 is a call flow diagram illustrating an additional method for generating a purchase order invoice regarding the payment of temporary help according to the present invention
  • FIG. 7 a is a call flow diagram illustrating a method for changing a purchase order according to the present invention.
  • FIG. 7 b is a continuation of the call flow diagram illustrating a method for changing a purchase order according to FIG. 7 a;
  • FIG. 7 c is a continuation of the flow diagram illustrating the method for changing a purchase order according to FIG. 7 a.
  • FIG. 7 d is a continuation of the call flow diagram illustrating the method for changing a purchase order according to FIG. 7 a.
  • the present invention is a complete paperless web based requisition to pay application for the procurement of temporary personnel.
  • the present invention is delivered as a hosted application, with clients accessing the application via the Internet. Personalization and incorporation of client's business rules is available to customize the present invention to the needs of many different clients.
  • FIG. 1 shows a system for the Internet based procurement of temporary services based upon qualified resumes according to the present invention.
  • the system is comprised of a human resources procurement (“HRP”) server 100 connected to the Internet 150 and a plurality of associate vendor terminals 110 (“A/V's”) connected to human resources procurement server 100 either directly or through the Internet 150 .
  • HRP human resources procurement
  • A/V's associate vendor terminals 110
  • HRP server 100 either directly or through the Internet 150
  • At least one job applicant 120 submits a resume to A/V 110 in the hopes of obtaining employment.
  • An additional manager terminal 140 is connected to the H/M terminal 130 and the Internet 150 and may be required to approved the actions of the H/M terminal 130 .
  • the HRP server 100 is comprised of a central processing unit (“CPU”) 185 , a memory 188 including a random access memory 186 (“RAM”) and a read only memory 187 (“ROM”), a modem 195 and a job database 190 .
  • CPU 185 controls the overall operation of the HRP server 100 .
  • ROM 187 stores a control program that is used to control the operation of HRP server 100 while RAM 186 temporarily stores a qualified resume.
  • H/M 130 enters a job description into job database 190 stored in the HRP server and enters any pertinent job requirements. If the job descriptions require more detail, the associate vendor terminal 110 can request additional information online from the HRP server 100 and the hiring manager 130 .
  • the associate vendor terminal 110 accesses job database 190 and matches qualified job applicants 120 with the job descriptions.
  • A/V terminal 110 will access the application either directly or via the Internet and submit the candidate information and attach a resume.
  • There is no software installation required of the A/V terminal 110 as the application can be accessed via a web browser using any connection to the Internet, even a dial-up connection.
  • the A/V's 110 are notified, typically via email, whether or not their proposals require an interview. If so, the system keeps track of the candidate's availability and updates the records accordingly. If the candidate is offered the job, a managed service program (“MSP”) specialist terminal 170 concludes the final negotiations with the H/M 130 and closes the deal. Once approved, the A/V 110 is notified of the acceptance, and a purchase order is created requesting the employee for the specified position. The employee can submit a time slip to the HRP server 100 , and the job status can be tracked for human resource purposes.
  • MSP managed service program
  • a bank server 180 and a time and billing server 160 are connected to the HRP server 100 and allow for the generation and collection of invoices pertaining to temporary employment positions.
  • the qualified job applicant has the ability to report his time worked. This reporting can be done via paper time cards, the Internet, touch-tone telephone, and/or wireless devices.
  • the time and billing server 160 has the ability to capture additional job related information, such as project codes, client's id's, etc.
  • the reported time is validated for duplication, PO limits, Time constraints, Project Codes, as well as various other verifications.
  • the invoices are generated by time and billing server 160 in response to the time slips entered by the employees.
  • the completed time card is then sent to the approving manager for approval.
  • the A/V has access to their contractors' timecards online. Multiple approval processes for the timecards are available including: Negative verification—Timecard is assumed to be correct unless declined, Wait for approval—Timecard is not billed/paid until approved, or a mixture—If not approved within X days it is assumed valid.
  • the timecard approval process is a simple intuitive process, with the manager able to approve time cards in one bulk operation without going through each time card individually.
  • Separate invoices can be created by any grouping and/or be delivered as one consolidated invoice. The invoice(s) is/are then sent to hiring manager terminal 130 for payment. Payment is then forwarded to the HRP server 100 via bank server 180 and distributed to A/V 110 after expenses have been deducted.
  • FIG. 2 shows a flow diagram of the overall method for the Internet based procurement of temporary services based upon qualified resumes.
  • Step 200 enters a request for quote (“RFQ”), which contains the details of a job description.
  • Step 201 checks the information for completeness, and, if the information is complete, and an onsite representative has manually confirmed that the requisition is viable and meets all the client's policies, step 202 submits the requisition to the client's approved vendor base via an email.
  • the vendors can be divided by any algorithm such as: Location, Skill Set, Tiers, Business Unit, Customer, etc; and a desired subset of vendors can receive notification. If information is missing or incomplete, the hiring manager is notified in step 204 of the missing information.
  • Step 206 submits resumes that match the job description, while in step 208 , it is determined which resumes are qualified based upon the job description. If the resumes are qualified, step 210 notifies the hiring manager of the new resume. Next, the hiring manager views the qualified resume in step 212 . This process of viewing only qualified resumes saves the hiring manager countless hours in the hiring of temporary help personnel. In step 214 , it is determined whether the H/M is interested in interviewing the job applicant. If not, step 216 notifies the A/V of the reason for declination. If an interview is requested, step 218 notifies the A/V of the interview request.
  • the A/V confirms the availability of the job applicant on the specified date in step 220 and notifies the H/M of the confirmed interview in step 222 .
  • An interview is conducted in step 224 and step 226 determines whether the manager decides to hire the prospective job applicant candidate. If the applicant is not hired, step 228 notifies the A/V of the declination. If the applicant is hired, step 230 notifies the A/V and the application is routed for approval in step 232 . In step 234 , it is determined whether the application is approved. If not, step 236 notifies the H/M and A/V. If so, step 238 generates a purchase order (“PO”) requesting the services of the new employee.
  • PO purchase order
  • step 242 The A/V and the H/M are notified of the purchase order details in step 240 and the newly hired employee, now a contractor, reports to work in step 242 .
  • the contractor enters their timecard in step 244 .
  • Step 246 notifies the manager of the new timecard and the manager reviews the timecard in step 248 .
  • step 250 it is determined whether the timecard is approved. If not, step 252 notifies the contractor and A/V. If the timecard is approved, step 254 notifies the A/V and an invoice is created in step 256 .
  • the hiring manger client pays the invoice in step 258 and the vendor and contractor are paid in step 260 .
  • Step 302 determines if the H/M is a new user or previous user and requests a password. If the H/M is new, step 304 prompts the user for pertinent setup information. The system then determines in step 306 whether the user is a valid user according to a database of allowable H/M's. If the user is invalid, step 308 prompts the user to reenter the data. The system then determines in step 310 whether the user is a valid user according to the database of allowable H/M's.
  • step 312 terminates the access. If the entry is valid in either step 306 or step 310 , step 314 issues the new H/M a password and displays a brief tutorial in step 316 . Step 318 determines whether the new user wishes to continue with the application. If not, the application terminates in step 320 . If the user wishes to continue, step 322 prompts the user to choose an option. In addition, if the user was a previous user and entered a password in step 302 , the user would be directed to step 322 . From step 322 , the user may choose to manually enter a technical non-payroll worker in step 324 or work on a completed requisition in step 330 .
  • step 326 determines whether the H/M has the authority to approve the transaction. If not, step 328 requests the proper authorization from a predetermined list of managers. Step 338 determines if the appropriate manager approved the request. If not, the process ends in step 340 . If the request is approved in step 338 or the H/M did have original authority to approve the transaction, step 336 stores the request in a job database for review by a managed service program personnel. The system maintains the job description profiles entered by the H/M in a way that allows for easy modification and addition by the system administrators. There is also the ability to enter any additional information or skills that to the predetermined profiles. A manager can save a profile for easy reuse in the future. Step 342 provides the H/M with a RFQ control tracking number for future tracking purposes. The process continues with step 344 of FIG. 3 b.
  • FIG. 3 b discloses the continuation of the process of FIG. 3 a.
  • Step 344 indicates that a request has been entered for a new position.
  • Step 346 determines whether the H/M generating the request is from a location that has an on-site representative. The onsite representative may advise the manager to issues such as skills availability, feasibility of rates and/or lead-time, or any other issues the manager must be informed about. If there is no on-site representative, the process proceeds to step 350 , else the process proceeds to step 348 .
  • step 350 a buyer reviews the job description while in step 348 the on-site representative reviews the job description. If the job description is unclear, either step 352 or 356 , respectively, contacts the H/M for clarification.
  • steps 350 and 348 proceed to step 354 where the job is posted and the system updates the job status tracking.
  • Step 360 notifies the H/M that the job is posted.
  • the A/V views the jobs that are posted and submits resumes for consideration.
  • the vendor has the ability to view only those positions to which he is allowed to respond. In environments where a resume is not required, (clerical, light industrial, etc.) the vendor is asked to complete a candidate profile. If desired, this profile can be required even if accompanied by a resume. Any additional required fields can be captured from the A/V. Common required fields include: bill rate, overtime rate, candidate's eligibility of employment, available to start date, education, certifications, previous experience, etc.
  • Vendors can also be forced to conform to a predetermined rate card, and not be allowed to submit above the rate range. Upon submittal the vendor is notified via email of its receipt. The vendor also has the ability to access the site and track the status of the submittal at any stage of the process. Step 362 determines whether the A/V submission is completed properly and step 364 notifies the A/V of any incomplete fields. The A/V can correct the submission in step 366 and step 368 determines again if the submission is complete. The process continues in FIG. 3 c.
  • FIG. 3 c discloses the continuation of the process of FIG. 3 b. If the form is not completed, the step 372 directs the A/V to seek assistance. If the form is complete, step 374 routes the resume and form to an appropriate specialist. Upon receipt, the resume is reviewed and a record is set up in a master job applicant file in step 376 . In step 378 , the resume is manually qualified and it is determined if the resume should be forwarded to the H/M. If the resume is declined, step 380 updates the tracking system and the A/V is notified of the declination in step 397 . Typically, if the resume is declined, the H/M is requested to provide a reason for declination.
  • step 398 notifies the A/V of the submittal to the H/M.
  • the H/M accesses the qualified resume via email with a link directly to the application in step 384 .
  • background checks can be incorporated directly in the candidate profile, or provided via a direct link to the profile maintained by the background check agency.
  • the manager can review the candidate resume online and at that point can decide to: 1) Make no decision (hold), 2) Decline, or 3) Request Interview in step 386 . If no decision is made, the manger has the ability to return at a later time and make a decision.
  • step 388 asks the manager to give a reason for the declination
  • step 390 updates the tracking system and step 392 notifies the MSP personnel of the declination. If an interview is requested, the manager is asked for a preferred date and time. Step 394 notifies the on site specialist and of the request for an interview and step 396 notifies the A/V of the request for the interview. Step 400 then confirms a date and time with the vendor and manager. Interview information is available online to the manager and the vendor. Emails may also be sent to the vendor if the manager declines or puts on hold a resume. If the manager does not open a resume after a predetermined time period, the system will send them a friendly reminder of such. Email reminders may also be sent out before the scheduled interview. The hiring process continues with FIG. 3 d.
  • Step 404 determines whether the candidate is still available for the interview. If not, step 426 updates the tracking system and step 428 notifies the H/M of the unavailability of the candidate. If the candidate is available, step 406 updates the tracking system. Step 408 determines whether the candidate gets the job. If not, step 430 updates the tracking system and step 432 notifies the A/V of the denial. If so, step 410 concludes the final negotiations and closes the deal. If a manager has not taken any action in a predetermined amount of time the system will send a second message or escalate the matter to an additional manager if needed.
  • Step 412 updates the tracking system indicating the close of the deal and step 414 requests employment documentation form the A/V.
  • the system notifies the vendor to provide any additional information, such as the social security #, and confirm the start date, rate etc. that may be needed for processing.
  • Step 416 updates the candidate file and tracking system to track hiring policy compliance with the client's business rules.
  • step 418 Upon receipt of all the information, step 418 generates a Purchase Order for the A/V to retain the qualified applicant while step 420 uploads the data for payment.
  • this purchase order is created in the client's back office accounting application via integration with the present invention. Additional methods of PO creation can include: manual entry, master PO, or any other electronic and/or manual method.
  • Step 422 forwards the purchase order from the system to the A/V.
  • step 424 notifies the H/M of the PO details.
  • step 330 determines whether the H/M wishes to change to an existing order or to make a direct source placement. If the H/M chooses the former, step 334 begins the change process. Step 436 of FIG. 3 e determines whether additional approvals are required for the RFQ. If additional approvals are required beyond the H/M, the system will begin the authorization process. The approval hierarchy and business rules of the client are followed. The individual responsible for the approval will receive an email notifying him of the need for them to access the system to either approve or decline the request. If additional approvals are needed, the system will pass the approval process to the next level.
  • Step 448 determines if the additional approval is received. If not, step 450 notifies the H/M and cancels the RFQ. If either no additional approval is required or the additional approval is granted, step 438 stores the RFQ in a file for review. Step 440 automatically generates a purchase order update routine in the system while step 442 uploads the modified PO in the system. Step 444 notifies the A/V of the PO and step 446 notifies the HRP server and H/M of the changes.
  • step 330 determines whether the H/M wishes to change to an existing order or to perform direct source placement. If the H/M chooses the latter, step 332 begins the new direct source placement process.
  • Direct source placement refers to the direct hiring of a specific employee. This requisition requires the approval of an additional manager to approve the hiring and ensure that the hiring complies with all applicable business rules.
  • Step 802 of FIG. 3 f displays a notification of the rules and procedures that must be followed for direct source placement.
  • the H/M enters the required fields for a requisition for quote RFQ.
  • Step 806 determines if the A/V is set up in an approved vendor file. If the A/V is setup, step 810 stores the completed requisition and notifies an additional manager of the pending approval for a direct source requisition. Step 812 determines whether the additional manager has approved. If no approval is given, step 846 denies the RFQ. If the A/V is not setup, step 808 notifies the H/M that unapproved vendors can not be used without approval, while step 814 instructs the H/M that specific documentation is required to comply with business rules pertaining to managing technical non payroll workers. Step 816 stores a completed requisition and notifies the additional manager that a RFQ is pending. Step 818 instructs the additional manager as to what documentation is required prior to approval. Step 820 determines if the H/M has submitted the required documentation. If not, step 846 denies the RFQ.
  • step 822 stores the RFQ in a file.
  • step 824 accesses the RFQ and step 826 notifies the H/M that the required hard copy documents must be received before further can occur.
  • step 828 determines whether the required hard copies are received in 10 working days. If not, step 838 notifies the H/M and the A/V of the delay.
  • Step 840 checks again whether the documents were received in ten working days. If not, step 844 cancels the RFQ. If so, step 830 generates a purchase order, and sets up the A/V, Candidate and job in the system.
  • Step 832 uploads the PO data and the order is cut to the system.
  • Step 834 emails the PO to the A/V and step 836 notifies the system and the H/M of the PO details.
  • FIG. 4 shows a call flow diagram illustrating a method for entering a new request for quote (“RFQ”).
  • RFQ request for quote
  • a requestor or H/M enters the new RFQ module in step 452 .
  • Step 454 selects the applicable RFQ fields and enters the required data.
  • Step 456 determines whether the candidate tenure status is OK.
  • the tenure status refers to whether or not a particular applicant has been employed and for how long. Some business rules require that an applicant may not work longer than a particular time. This process ensures that the tenure status of the applicant is updated and not violated.
  • the application may notify managers of contractors that are approaching tenure deadlines.
  • Step 458 stores the new RFQ in an external database and checks the external database for previous employment history of the job applicant.
  • step 460 notifies the H/M and generates the last day that the applicant can work.
  • step 462 determines whether the H/M decides to modify the last date. If not, step 464 cancels the transaction as it violates the tenure rules. If so, step 466 determines whether the H/M requires additional approval. In addition, if the end date does not violate tenure policy, the process proceeds to step 466 . If approval is required, step 468 notifies the H/M that approval is required and prompts them to enter the name of the approving manager. If no approval is required, step 470 forwards the RFQ to MSP personnel and notifies the H/M of the same.
  • Step 472 reviews the RFQ and step 474 determines whether the RFQ can be completed. If not, the order is placed on hold in step 476 . If either the RFQ is completed or can be completed, 478 uploads the data and generates a PO. Step 480 notifies the H/M of the PO completion.
  • FIG. 5 shows a call flow diagram illustrating a method for entering a new non-RFQ, i.e. direct source and renewal.
  • a requestor or H/M enters the new non-RFQ module in step 500 .
  • Step 502 displays information about using the system.
  • Step 504 selects the applicable data fields and enters the required data including the A/V name.
  • Step 506 determines whether the A/V is qualified or not.
  • Step 508 stores the A/V supplier in a supplier database and supplies data to step 506 . If the A/V is not qualified in step 506 , Step 512 notifies the H/M that the processing will be delayed until the A/V is qualified and that the H/M must provide qualification documentation.
  • Step 510 determines whether the candidate tenure status is OK.
  • Step 514 stores the new non-RFQ and A/V in a database. If applicable, step 516 notifies the A/V that they already violate the tenure policy and that the new order cannot be processed. If, however, the new end date determined from the new non-RFQ would violate the tenure policy, step 518 notifies the H/M and generates the last day that the applicant can work. Step 522 determines whether the H/M decides to modify the last date. If not, step 524 cancels the transaction as it violates the tenure rules. If so, step 520 determines whether the H/M requires additional approval. In addition, if the end date does not violate tenure policy, the process proceeds to step 520 .
  • step 526 notifies the H/M that approval is required and prompts them to enter the name of the approving manager. If no approval is required, step 528 forwards the request for order processing to MSP personnel and notifies the H/M of the same.
  • Step 530 reviews the non-RFQ data and step 532 determines whether the A/V is qualified and whether the candidate exists or not. If either of the information is missing, step 534 determines whether the non-RFQ can be completed. If it cannot be completed, the order is placed on hold in step 538 . If the RFQ can be completed, step 536 uploads the data and generates a PO. Step 540 notifies the H/M of the PO completion and the A/V is mailed a copy of the PO.
  • FIG. 6 shows a call flow diagram illustrating a method for entering payroll with a new non-RFQ, i.e. direct source and renewal.
  • Steps 600 , 602 and 604 correspond to steps 500 , 502 and 504 of FIG. 5 respectively.
  • Steps 606 - 632 correspond to steps 456 - 480 respectively of FIG. 4.
  • Step 610 notifies the A/V that they already violate the tenure policy and that the new order cannot be processed.
  • FIG. 7 a shows a call flow diagram illustrating a method for changing a purchase order according to the present invention.
  • Step 702 enters an administration module and step 700 displays and determines which option the user selects. If options 1 or 2 are selected, step 704 accesses a search routine to locate a specified Purchase Order.
  • Step 706 modifies the PO and transmits the PO to the system MSP personnel.
  • Step 707 notifies the MSP personnel of the change and step 708 reviews the changed PO.
  • Step 710 determines whether the PO can be processed as is. If not, step 712 requests correction and edits the PO. If so, step 714 uploads the PO to the system.
  • Step 716 determines whether a new hourly rate or other expenses are affected. If not, step 718 notifies the user of the change order completion. If so, step 720 notifies the user and the A/V of the completion of the PO change order.
  • step 704 performs a search to locate the specified Purchase Order.
  • Step 722 modifies the existing PO. Since option three extends the term of the PO, a check regarding the tenure rules must be performed.
  • Step 724 determines whether the PO and candidate tenure status is OK.
  • Step 726 stores the PO and tenure data in a candidate DB. If applicable, step 728 notifies the A/V that they already violate the tenure policy and that the new order cannot be processed. If, however, the new end date determined from the new changed RFQ would violate the tenure policy, step 730 notifies the H/M and generates the last day that the applicant can work.
  • Step 732 determines whether the H/M decides to modify the last date.
  • step 736 cancels the transaction as it violates the tenure rules. If so, step 734 forwards the request for the changed PO to MSP personnel and notifies the H/M of the same. In addition, if the end date does not violate tenure policy, the process proceeds to step 734 .
  • Step 738 verifies the data and uploads the new changed PO to the system.
  • Step 740 notifies the user and A/V of the changed PO completion and allows online viewing of the new PO.
  • step 742 determines if additional authorization is required. Since option 4 extends the PO, the tenure status must be checked as disclosed in FIG. 7 b. In addition, since funds are added to the PO, the added funds must be approved. If no approval is required, steps 734 , 738 and 740 are performed. If approval is required, step 744 notifies the user, H/M, of the need for approval and prompts them for the name and email of the approving manager.
  • step 750 determines whether an authorization is required for the change. If approval is required, step 752 notifies the user, H/M, of the need for approval and prompts them for the name and email of the approving manager. If no approval is required, step 754 forwards the request for the changed limit to MSP personnel and notifies the H/M of the same. Step 738 verifies the data and uploads the new changed funding limit to the system. Step 756 determines whether a new rate changed. If so, step 758 notifies the user and A/V of the changed PO completion. If not, only the user is notified of the change.
  • NPW Non-Payroll Worker
  • TNPW Technical Non-Payroll Worker
  • A/V Associated Vendor
  • GPO Global Procurement Organization

Abstract

The present invention relates to a system and method for the procurement and management of contingent workforce using proprietary systems, processes and methodologies.

Description

    BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
  • 1. Field of the Invention [0001]
  • The present invention relates to a system and method for the procurement and management of contingent workforce using proprietary systems, processes and methodologies. [0002]
  • 2. Discussion of Related Art [0003]
  • Technical projects, for example, the development of computer software, typically require large numbers of skilled workers. However, the amount of work force necessary to complete such projects fluctuates greatly during and between such projects. It is not cost effective for companies to hire and retain the large number of workers required to complete each project. Therefore, companies in need of skilled workers generally hire consulting firms to fill the positions. A company representative, generally a hiring manager (“H/M”), will typically send a job description and workforce requirements to an outside consulting firm or firms to fill the needed positions. This process is oftentimes complicated and time consuming. [0004]
  • U.S. Pat. No. 5,970,475 to Barnes et al., entitled “Electronic Procurement System and Method for Trading Partners”, discloses a system that enables corporate purchasers and suppliers to electronically transact for the purchase and supply of goods and services. The system software is used for operating a customer server, a supplier processor server and a supplier catalog server. The supplier system includes a catalog and an order processor wherein the catalog contains information regarding all of the suppliers' goods made available to the customer organization. Unfortunately, the system only presents those goods and services that are stored in a catalog. This configuration is ill suited for the rapidly changing job placement field wherein the number of employment positions and available employees fluctuates daily. [0005]
  • U.S. Pat. No. 5,117,353 to Stipanovich et al., entitled “System for Use in a Temporary Help Business”, discloses a system that schedules personnel suited to particular tasks for work on a temporary basis. Temporary help applicants are screened and their particular skills are matched to client job orders. Those temporary help employees whose skills and availability match the job order are contacted by phone and asked if they would accept the position. If accepted, the client is notified by phone that a match has been made. This only allows for staffing firms to properly fill their orders received from clients. It does not allow clients to select candidates. [0006]
  • U.S. Pat. No. 5,978,768 to McGovern et al., entitled “Computerized Job Search System and Method for Posting and Searching Job Openings Via a Computer Network”, discloses a system that enables an employer to advertise available positions on the Internet and directly receive resumes from prospective candidates. The system stores the received resumes in relation to the position for which the job applicant is applying. The human resource hiring contact can then select a position, view the received resumes for that position and score the resumes to determine if there is a match. This is well suited for situations where managers are hiring full time employees directly. There is no process for submitting and receiving orders from consulting firms that provide addition hr-related services, such as screening the candidates, supplying benefits, etc. [0007]
  • Therefore, there exists a need for a methodology and process for the procurement of temporary contracting services using efficiencies enabled via web based systems and procurement methodologies. [0008]
  • SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
  • It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide a system and method for the Internet based procurement of non-cataloged services. [0009]
  • It is an additional object of the present invention to provide a system and method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services that allows great flexibility in adding and removing job openings and potential employees. [0010]
  • It is a further object of the present invention to provide a system and method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services which tracks the life cycle of a temporary placement employment opportunity. [0011]
  • It is still another object of the present invention to provide a system and method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services that maintains time and billing information pertaining to temporary help personnel. [0012]
  • It is still another object of the present invention to provide a system and method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services as well as allowing for a method of resource redeployment. [0013]
  • It is still another object of the present invention to provide a system and method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services that will allow vendor competition to allow for pricing of requested service. [0014]
  • It is still another object of the present invention to provide a system and method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services that will allow accurate skill set definition for requested resource using a hierarchical skill set drill down process. [0015]
  • It is still another object of the present invention to provide a system and method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services that will allow for the management of temporary services throughout the assignment lifecycle; including terminations, extensions, and changes. [0016]
  • It is still another object of the present invention to provide a system and method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services that will capture the time worked by a temporary employee. [0017]
  • It is still another object of the present invention to provide a system and method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services that will allow clients to be billed directly based on time worked by a temporary employee. [0018]
  • It is still another object of the present invention to provide a system and method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services that will allow vendors to be paid directly based on time worked by a temporary employee. [0019]
  • To achieve these and other objects of the present invention, there is provided a system and method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services. The system is comprised of a human resources procurement (“HRP”) server connected to the Internet and a plurality of associate vendors (“A/V's”) connected to the human resources procurement server either directly or through the Internet. When a hiring manager (“H/M”) of a company requires temporary help, the H/M can access the HRP server either directly or through the Internet. The H/M enters a job description into a job database stored in the HRP server and enters any pertinent job requirements. If the job descriptions require more detail, the associate vendors can request additional information online. The associate vendors access the job database and match qualified job applicants with the job descriptions. Only the resumes of qualified job applicants are forwarded to the hiring manager. Hiring Managers using the system are able to review, on-line, the resume and quotes submitted by each associate vendor. If the hiring manager approves the job applicant, an interview is setup to make the final determination concerning employment. The A/V's are notified, typically via email, whether or not their proposals require an interview. If so, the system keeps track of the candidate's availability and updates the records accordingly. If the candidate is offered the job, the managed service program (“MSP”) specialist concludes the final negotiations with the H/M and closes the deal. Once approved, the employee can submit time slips to the HRP server, which forwards it to the manager (“HM”) for approval. Once approved, the time is matched against the contract bill rate and an invoice is generated to the client, and a payment is generated to the vendor with the contracted terms. The job status can be tracked for human resource, financial, tracking and other purposes. [0020]
  • The method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services comprises the steps of receiving a request, forwarding the request to AV's, receiving resumes from the AV's, qualifying resumes, forwarding qualified resumes to a hiring manager, coordinating an interview, notifying the AV is a candidate is declined, and processing the hire of a successful employee.[0021]
  • BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
  • Other objects and features of the present invention will become apparent from the following detailed description considered in connection with the accompanying drawings, which disclose an embodiment of the present invention. It should be understood, however, that the drawings are designed for the purpose of illustration only and not as a definition of the limits of the invention. [0022]
  • In the drawings, wherein similar reference characters denote similar elements throughout the several views: [0023]
  • FIG. 1 is a schematic view of a reference model for the system for the Internet based procurement of goods and services according to the present invention; [0024]
  • FIG. 1[0025] a is a schematic view of the Human Resources Procurement server of FIG. 1;
  • FIG. 2 is a flow diagram of the overall method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services according to the present invention; [0026]
  • FIG. 3[0027] a is a call flow diagram illustrating the method for the Internet based procurement of goods and services according to the present invention;
  • FIG. 3[0028] b is a continuation of the call flow diagram of FIG. 3a;
  • FIG. 3[0029] c is a continuation of the call flow diagram of FIG. 3b;
  • FIG. 3[0030] d is a continuation of the call flow diagram of FIG. 3c;
  • FIG. 3[0031] e is a continuation of the call flow diagram of FIG. 3a;
  • FIG. 3[0032] f is a continuation of the call flow diagram of FIG. 3a;
  • FIG. 4 is a call flow diagram illustrating an additional method for entering a new request for quote (“RFQ”) according to the present invention; [0033]
  • FIG. 5 is a call flow diagram illustrating an additional method for entering a new non-request for quote according to the present invention; [0034]
  • FIG. 6 is a call flow diagram illustrating an additional method for generating a purchase order invoice regarding the payment of temporary help according to the present invention; [0035]
  • FIG. 7[0036] a is a call flow diagram illustrating a method for changing a purchase order according to the present invention;
  • FIG. 7[0037] b is a continuation of the call flow diagram illustrating a method for changing a purchase order according to FIG. 7a;
  • FIG. 7[0038] c is a continuation of the flow diagram illustrating the method for changing a purchase order according to FIG. 7a; and
  • FIG. 7[0039] d is a continuation of the call flow diagram illustrating the method for changing a purchase order according to FIG. 7a.
  • DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
  • Turning to the drawings, a preferred embodiment of the present invention is described herein below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. [0040]
  • The present invention is a complete paperless web based requisition to pay application for the procurement of temporary personnel. The present invention is delivered as a hosted application, with clients accessing the application via the Internet. Personalization and incorporation of client's business rules is available to customize the present invention to the needs of many different clients. [0041]
  • FIG. 1 shows a system for the Internet based procurement of temporary services based upon qualified resumes according to the present invention. The system is comprised of a human resources procurement (“HRP”) [0042] server 100 connected to the Internet 150 and a plurality of associate vendor terminals 110 (“A/V's”) connected to human resources procurement server 100 either directly or through the Internet 150. When at least one hiring manager terminal 130 (“H/M”) requests temporary help, the H/M 130 accesses HRP server 100 either directly or through the Internet 150. At least one job applicant 120 submits a resume to A/V 110 in the hopes of obtaining employment. An additional manager terminal 140 is connected to the H/M terminal 130 and the Internet 150 and may be required to approved the actions of the H/M terminal 130.
  • Referring to FIG. 1[0043] a, the HRP server 100 is comprised of a central processing unit (“CPU”) 185, a memory 188 including a random access memory 186 (“RAM”) and a read only memory 187 (“ROM”), a modem 195 and a job database 190. CPU 185 controls the overall operation of the HRP server 100. In addition, ROM 187 stores a control program that is used to control the operation of HRP server 100 while RAM 186 temporarily stores a qualified resume. H/M 130 enters a job description into job database 190 stored in the HRP server and enters any pertinent job requirements. If the job descriptions require more detail, the associate vendor terminal 110 can request additional information online from the HRP server 100 and the hiring manager 130. The associate vendor terminal 110 accesses job database 190 and matches qualified job applicants 120 with the job descriptions. When the A/V terminal 110 is ready to submit a job applicant 120, A/V terminal 110 will access the application either directly or via the Internet and submit the candidate information and attach a resume. There is no software installation required of the A/V terminal 110, as the application can be accessed via a web browser using any connection to the Internet, even a dial-up connection.
  • Only the resumes of qualified job applicants are forwarded to the [0044] hiring manager 130 by the associate vendors 110. In addition, CPU 185 only permits associate vendor terminal 110 to access those job descriptions that hiring manager terminal 130 has authorized for that associate vendor terminal 110. The vendors 110 can be divided by any algorithm such as: Location, Skill Set, Tiers, Business Unit, Customer, etc; and a desired subset of vendors can receive notification when a new job description is posted in an area that they have access to view. Hiring Manager 130 using the system is able to review, on-line, the resume and quotes submitted by each associate vendor 110. If the hiring manager 130 approves the job applicant 120, an interview is setup to make the final determination concerning employment. The A/V's 110 are notified, typically via email, whether or not their proposals require an interview. If so, the system keeps track of the candidate's availability and updates the records accordingly. If the candidate is offered the job, a managed service program (“MSP”) specialist terminal 170 concludes the final negotiations with the H/M 130 and closes the deal. Once approved, the A/V 110 is notified of the acceptance, and a purchase order is created requesting the employee for the specified position. The employee can submit a time slip to the HRP server 100, and the job status can be tracked for human resource purposes.
  • A [0045] bank server 180 and a time and billing server 160 are connected to the HRP server 100 and allow for the generation and collection of invoices pertaining to temporary employment positions. On a daily/weekly basis the qualified job applicant has the ability to report his time worked. This reporting can be done via paper time cards, the Internet, touch-tone telephone, and/or wireless devices. The time and billing server 160 has the ability to capture additional job related information, such as project codes, client's id's, etc. The reported time is validated for duplication, PO limits, Time constraints, Project Codes, as well as various other verifications. The invoices are generated by time and billing server 160 in response to the time slips entered by the employees. The completed time card is then sent to the approving manager for approval. In addition, the A/V has access to their contractors' timecards online. Multiple approval processes for the timecards are available including: Negative verification—Timecard is assumed to be correct unless declined, Wait for approval—Timecard is not billed/paid until approved, or a mixture—If not approved within X days it is assumed valid. The timecard approval process is a simple intuitive process, with the manager able to approve time cards in one bulk operation without going through each time card individually. Separate invoices can be created by any grouping and/or be delivered as one consolidated invoice. The invoice(s) is/are then sent to hiring manager terminal 130 for payment. Payment is then forwarded to the HRP server 100 via bank server 180 and distributed to A/V 110 after expenses have been deducted.
  • FIG. 2 shows a flow diagram of the overall method for the Internet based procurement of temporary services based upon qualified resumes. Step [0046] 200 enters a request for quote (“RFQ”), which contains the details of a job description. Step 201 checks the information for completeness, and, if the information is complete, and an onsite representative has manually confirmed that the requisition is viable and meets all the client's policies, step 202 submits the requisition to the client's approved vendor base via an email. The vendors can be divided by any algorithm such as: Location, Skill Set, Tiers, Business Unit, Customer, etc; and a desired subset of vendors can receive notification. If information is missing or incomplete, the hiring manager is notified in step 204 of the missing information. Step 206 submits resumes that match the job description, while in step 208, it is determined which resumes are qualified based upon the job description. If the resumes are qualified, step 210 notifies the hiring manager of the new resume. Next, the hiring manager views the qualified resume in step 212. This process of viewing only qualified resumes saves the hiring manager countless hours in the hiring of temporary help personnel. In step 214, it is determined whether the H/M is interested in interviewing the job applicant. If not, step 216 notifies the A/V of the reason for declination. If an interview is requested, step 218 notifies the A/V of the interview request. The A/V confirms the availability of the job applicant on the specified date in step 220 and notifies the H/M of the confirmed interview in step 222. An interview is conducted in step 224 and step 226 determines whether the manager decides to hire the prospective job applicant candidate. If the applicant is not hired, step 228 notifies the A/V of the declination. If the applicant is hired, step 230 notifies the A/V and the application is routed for approval in step 232. In step 234, it is determined whether the application is approved. If not, step 236 notifies the H/M and A/V. If so, step 238 generates a purchase order (“PO”) requesting the services of the new employee. The A/V and the H/M are notified of the purchase order details in step 240 and the newly hired employee, now a contractor, reports to work in step 242. After the contractor has worked for a period of time, the contractor enters their timecard in step 244. Step 246 notifies the manager of the new timecard and the manager reviews the timecard in step 248. In step 250, it is determined whether the timecard is approved. If not, step 252 notifies the contractor and A/V. If the timecard is approved, step 254 notifies the A/V and an invoice is created in step 256. The hiring manger client pays the invoice in step 258 and the vendor and contractor are paid in step 260.
  • Referring to FIG. 3[0047] a, a detailed flow diagram of the method for the Internet based procurement of temporary services based upon qualified resumes is described. A hiring manager accesses the Internet based HRP Server in step 300. Step 302 determines if the H/M is a new user or previous user and requests a password. If the H/M is new, step 304 prompts the user for pertinent setup information. The system then determines in step 306 whether the user is a valid user according to a database of allowable H/M's. If the user is invalid, step 308 prompts the user to reenter the data. The system then determines in step 310 whether the user is a valid user according to the database of allowable H/M's. If the entry is invalid, step 312 terminates the access. If the entry is valid in either step 306 or step 310, step 314 issues the new H/M a password and displays a brief tutorial in step 316. Step 318 determines whether the new user wishes to continue with the application. If not, the application terminates in step 320. If the user wishes to continue, step 322 prompts the user to choose an option. In addition, if the user was a previous user and entered a password in step 302, the user would be directed to step 322. From step 322, the user may choose to manually enter a technical non-payroll worker in step 324 or work on a completed requisition in step 330. If the H/M chooses to enter a request in step 324, step 326 determines whether the H/M has the authority to approve the transaction. If not, step 328 requests the proper authorization from a predetermined list of managers. Step 338 determines if the appropriate manager approved the request. If not, the process ends in step 340. If the request is approved in step 338 or the H/M did have original authority to approve the transaction, step 336 stores the request in a job database for review by a managed service program personnel. The system maintains the job description profiles entered by the H/M in a way that allows for easy modification and addition by the system administrators. There is also the ability to enter any additional information or skills that to the predetermined profiles. A manager can save a profile for easy reuse in the future. Step 342 provides the H/M with a RFQ control tracking number for future tracking purposes. The process continues with step 344 of FIG. 3b.
  • FIG. 3[0048] b discloses the continuation of the process of FIG. 3a. Step 344 indicates that a request has been entered for a new position. Step 346 then determines whether the H/M generating the request is from a location that has an on-site representative. The onsite representative may advise the manager to issues such as skills availability, feasibility of rates and/or lead-time, or any other issues the manager must be informed about. If there is no on-site representative, the process proceeds to step 350, else the process proceeds to step 348. In step 350 a buyer reviews the job description while in step 348 the on-site representative reviews the job description. If the job description is unclear, either step 352 or 356, respectively, contacts the H/M for clarification. If the request is clear, steps 350 and 348 proceed to step 354 where the job is posted and the system updates the job status tracking. Step 360 notifies the H/M that the job is posted. In step 358, the A/V views the jobs that are posted and submits resumes for consideration. The vendor has the ability to view only those positions to which he is allowed to respond. In environments where a resume is not required, (clerical, light industrial, etc.) the vendor is asked to complete a candidate profile. If desired, this profile can be required even if accompanied by a resume. Any additional required fields can be captured from the A/V. Common required fields include: bill rate, overtime rate, candidate's eligibility of employment, available to start date, education, certifications, previous experience, etc. Vendors can also be forced to conform to a predetermined rate card, and not be allowed to submit above the rate range. Upon submittal the vendor is notified via email of its receipt. The vendor also has the ability to access the site and track the status of the submittal at any stage of the process. Step 362 determines whether the A/V submission is completed properly and step 364 notifies the A/V of any incomplete fields. The A/V can correct the submission in step 366 and step 368 determines again if the submission is complete. The process continues in FIG. 3c.
  • FIG. 3[0049] c discloses the continuation of the process of FIG. 3b. If the form is not completed, the step 372 directs the A/V to seek assistance. If the form is complete, step 374 routes the resume and form to an appropriate specialist. Upon receipt, the resume is reviewed and a record is set up in a master job applicant file in step 376. In step 378, the resume is manually qualified and it is determined if the resume should be forwarded to the H/M. If the resume is declined, step 380 updates the tracking system and the A/V is notified of the declination in step 397. Typically, if the resume is declined, the H/M is requested to provide a reason for declination.
  • If the resume is qualified, the tracking system is updated in [0050] step 382 and step 398 notifies the A/V of the submittal to the H/M. The H/M accesses the qualified resume via email with a link directly to the application in step 384. In addition, background checks can be incorporated directly in the candidate profile, or provided via a direct link to the profile maintained by the background check agency. The manager can review the candidate resume online and at that point can decide to: 1) Make no decision (hold), 2) Decline, or 3) Request Interview in step 386. If no decision is made, the manger has the ability to return at a later time and make a decision. If it is declined, step 388 asks the manager to give a reason for the declination, step 390 updates the tracking system and step 392 notifies the MSP personnel of the declination. If an interview is requested, the manager is asked for a preferred date and time. Step 394 notifies the on site specialist and of the request for an interview and step 396 notifies the A/V of the request for the interview. Step 400 then confirms a date and time with the vendor and manager. Interview information is available online to the manager and the vendor. Emails may also be sent to the vendor if the manager declines or puts on hold a resume. If the manager does not open a resume after a predetermined time period, the system will send them a friendly reminder of such. Email reminders may also be sent out before the scheduled interview. The hiring process continues with FIG. 3d.
  • [0051] Step 404 determines whether the candidate is still available for the interview. If not, step 426 updates the tracking system and step 428 notifies the H/M of the unavailability of the candidate. If the candidate is available, step 406 updates the tracking system. Step 408 determines whether the candidate gets the job. If not, step 430 updates the tracking system and step 432 notifies the A/V of the denial. If so, step 410 concludes the final negotiations and closes the deal. If a manager has not taken any action in a predetermined amount of time the system will send a second message or escalate the matter to an additional manager if needed.
  • [0052] Step 412 updates the tracking system indicating the close of the deal and step 414 requests employment documentation form the A/V. The system notifies the vendor to provide any additional information, such as the social security #, and confirm the start date, rate etc. that may be needed for processing. Step 416 updates the candidate file and tracking system to track hiring policy compliance with the client's business rules. Upon receipt of all the information, step 418 generates a Purchase Order for the A/V to retain the qualified applicant while step 420 uploads the data for payment. Generally, this purchase order is created in the client's back office accounting application via integration with the present invention. Additional methods of PO creation can include: manual entry, master PO, or any other electronic and/or manual method. Step 422 forwards the purchase order from the system to the A/V. Lastly, step 424 notifies the H/M of the PO details.
  • Returning to FIG. 3[0053] a, if the H/M chooses to work on a completed requisition, step 330 determines whether the H/M wishes to change to an existing order or to make a direct source placement. If the H/M chooses the former, step 334 begins the change process. Step 436 of FIG. 3e determines whether additional approvals are required for the RFQ. If additional approvals are required beyond the H/M, the system will begin the authorization process. The approval hierarchy and business rules of the client are followed. The individual responsible for the approval will receive an email notifying him of the need for them to access the system to either approve or decline the request. If additional approvals are needed, the system will pass the approval process to the next level. There is a complete audit trail maintained, as well as system monitoring for timely approvals. Step 448 determines if the additional approval is received. If not, step 450 notifies the H/M and cancels the RFQ. If either no additional approval is required or the additional approval is granted, step 438 stores the RFQ in a file for review. Step 440 automatically generates a purchase order update routine in the system while step 442 uploads the modified PO in the system. Step 444 notifies the A/V of the PO and step 446 notifies the HRP server and H/M of the changes.
  • Returning to FIG. 3[0054] a, if the H/M chooses to work on a completed requisition, step 330 determines whether the H/M wishes to change to an existing order or to perform direct source placement. If the H/M chooses the latter, step 332 begins the new direct source placement process. Direct source placement refers to the direct hiring of a specific employee. This requisition requires the approval of an additional manager to approve the hiring and ensure that the hiring complies with all applicable business rules. Step 802 of FIG. 3f displays a notification of the rules and procedures that must be followed for direct source placement. In step 804, the H/M enters the required fields for a requisition for quote RFQ. Step 806 determines if the A/V is set up in an approved vendor file. If the A/V is setup, step 810 stores the completed requisition and notifies an additional manager of the pending approval for a direct source requisition. Step 812 determines whether the additional manager has approved. If no approval is given, step 846 denies the RFQ. If the A/V is not setup, step 808 notifies the H/M that unapproved vendors can not be used without approval, while step 814 instructs the H/M that specific documentation is required to comply with business rules pertaining to managing technical non payroll workers. Step 816 stores a completed requisition and notifies the additional manager that a RFQ is pending. Step 818 instructs the additional manager as to what documentation is required prior to approval. Step 820 determines if the H/M has submitted the required documentation. If not, step 846 denies the RFQ.
  • If, in [0055] step 812, the additional manager has approved, step 822 stores the RFQ in a file. Step 824 accesses the RFQ and step 826 notifies the H/M that the required hard copy documents must be received before further can occur. Step 828 determines whether the required hard copies are received in 10 working days. If not, step 838 notifies the H/M and the A/V of the delay. Step 840 checks again whether the documents were received in ten working days. If not, step 844 cancels the RFQ. If so, step 830 generates a purchase order, and sets up the A/V, Candidate and job in the system. Step 832 uploads the PO data and the order is cut to the system. Step 834 emails the PO to the A/V and step 836 notifies the system and the H/M of the PO details.
  • FIG. 4 shows a call flow diagram illustrating a method for entering a new request for quote (“RFQ”). A requestor or H/M enters the new RFQ module in [0056] step 452. Step 454 selects the applicable RFQ fields and enters the required data. Step 456 determines whether the candidate tenure status is OK. The tenure status refers to whether or not a particular applicant has been employed and for how long. Some business rules require that an applicant may not work longer than a particular time. This process ensures that the tenure status of the applicant is updated and not violated. As part of a nightly system routine, the application may notify managers of contractors that are approaching tenure deadlines. Step 458 stores the new RFQ in an external database and checks the external database for previous employment history of the job applicant. If the new end date determined from the new RFQ would violate the tenure policy, step 460 notifies the H/M and generates the last day that the applicant can work. Step 462 determines whether the H/M decides to modify the last date. If not, step 464 cancels the transaction as it violates the tenure rules. If so, step 466 determines whether the H/M requires additional approval. In addition, if the end date does not violate tenure policy, the process proceeds to step 466. If approval is required, step 468 notifies the H/M that approval is required and prompts them to enter the name of the approving manager. If no approval is required, step 470 forwards the RFQ to MSP personnel and notifies the H/M of the same. Step 472 reviews the RFQ and step 474 determines whether the RFQ can be completed. If not, the order is placed on hold in step 476. If either the RFQ is completed or can be completed, 478 uploads the data and generates a PO. Step 480 notifies the H/M of the PO completion.
  • FIG. 5 shows a call flow diagram illustrating a method for entering a new non-RFQ, i.e. direct source and renewal. A requestor or H/M enters the new non-RFQ module in [0057] step 500. Step 502 displays information about using the system. Step 504 selects the applicable data fields and enters the required data including the A/V name. Step 506 determines whether the A/V is qualified or not. Step 508 stores the A/V supplier in a supplier database and supplies data to step 506. If the A/V is not qualified in step 506, Step 512 notifies the H/M that the processing will be delayed until the A/V is qualified and that the H/M must provide qualification documentation. Step 510 determines whether the candidate tenure status is OK. Step 514 stores the new non-RFQ and A/V in a database. If applicable, step 516 notifies the A/V that they already violate the tenure policy and that the new order cannot be processed. If, however, the new end date determined from the new non-RFQ would violate the tenure policy, step 518 notifies the H/M and generates the last day that the applicant can work. Step 522 determines whether the H/M decides to modify the last date. If not, step 524 cancels the transaction as it violates the tenure rules. If so, step 520 determines whether the H/M requires additional approval. In addition, if the end date does not violate tenure policy, the process proceeds to step 520. If approval is required, step 526 notifies the H/M that approval is required and prompts them to enter the name of the approving manager. If no approval is required, step 528 forwards the request for order processing to MSP personnel and notifies the H/M of the same. Step 530 reviews the non-RFQ data and step 532 determines whether the A/V is qualified and whether the candidate exists or not. If either of the information is missing, step 534 determines whether the non-RFQ can be completed. If it cannot be completed, the order is placed on hold in step 538. If the RFQ can be completed, step 536 uploads the data and generates a PO. Step 540 notifies the H/M of the PO completion and the A/V is mailed a copy of the PO.
  • FIG. 6 shows a call flow diagram illustrating a method for entering payroll with a new non-RFQ, i.e. direct source and renewal. [0058] Steps 600, 602 and 604 correspond to steps 500, 502 and 504 of FIG. 5 respectively. Steps 606-632 correspond to steps 456-480 respectively of FIG. 4. Step 610 notifies the A/V that they already violate the tenure policy and that the new order cannot be processed.
  • FIG. 7[0059] a shows a call flow diagram illustrating a method for changing a purchase order according to the present invention. Step 702 enters an administration module and step 700 displays and determines which option the user selects. If options 1 or 2 are selected, step 704 accesses a search routine to locate a specified Purchase Order. Step 706 modifies the PO and transmits the PO to the system MSP personnel. Step 707 notifies the MSP personnel of the change and step 708 reviews the changed PO. Step 710 determines whether the PO can be processed as is. If not, step 712 requests correction and edits the PO. If so, step 714 uploads the PO to the system. Step 716 determines whether a new hourly rate or other expenses are affected. If not, step 718 notifies the user of the change order completion. If so, step 720 notifies the user and the A/V of the completion of the PO change order.
  • Referring to FIG. 7[0060] b, if option 3 is selected, step 704 performs a search to locate the specified Purchase Order. Step 722 modifies the existing PO. Since option three extends the term of the PO, a check regarding the tenure rules must be performed. Step 724 determines whether the PO and candidate tenure status is OK. Step 726 stores the PO and tenure data in a candidate DB. If applicable, step 728 notifies the A/V that they already violate the tenure policy and that the new order cannot be processed. If, however, the new end date determined from the new changed RFQ would violate the tenure policy, step 730 notifies the H/M and generates the last day that the applicant can work. Step 732 determines whether the H/M decides to modify the last date. If not, step 736 cancels the transaction as it violates the tenure rules. If so, step 734 forwards the request for the changed PO to MSP personnel and notifies the H/M of the same. In addition, if the end date does not violate tenure policy, the process proceeds to step 734. Step 738 verifies the data and uploads the new changed PO to the system. Step 740 notifies the user and A/V of the changed PO completion and allows online viewing of the new PO.
  • Referring to FIG. 7[0061] c, if option 4 is selected, the process follows the same steps as disclosed in FIG. 7b, however, if the new end date does not violate the end date or the user decides to modify the date, step 742 determines if additional authorization is required. Since option 4 extends the PO, the tenure status must be checked as disclosed in FIG. 7b. In addition, since funds are added to the PO, the added funds must be approved. If no approval is required, steps 734, 738 and 740 are performed. If approval is required, step 744 notifies the user, H/M, of the need for approval and prompts them for the name and email of the approving manager.
  • Referring to FIG. 7[0062] d, if option 5 is selected, the process follows the same steps of 702, 700, 704, and 722 as described in FIG. 7c. Since option 5 adds a new Maximum limit on funds, step 750 determines whether an authorization is required for the change. If approval is required, step 752 notifies the user, H/M, of the need for approval and prompts them for the name and email of the approving manager. If no approval is required, step 754 forwards the request for the changed limit to MSP personnel and notifies the H/M of the same. Step 738 verifies the data and uploads the new changed funding limit to the system. Step 756 determines whether a new rate changed. If so, step 758 notifies the user and A/V of the changed PO completion. If not, only the user is notified of the change.
  • Although the illustrative embodiments of the present disclosure have been described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings, it is to be understood that the disclosure is not limited to those precise embodiments, and that various other changes and modifications may be affected therein by one skilled in the art without departing from the scope or spirit of the disclosure as defined in the appended claims. [0063]
  • Glossary of Terms
  • NPW—Non-Payroll Worker [0064]
  • MSP—Managed Service Program [0065]
  • RFQ—Request for quote [0066]
  • H/M—Hiring Manager [0067]
  • TNPW—Technical Non-Payroll Worker [0068]
  • A/V—Associated Vendor [0069]
  • SAP—Software application for Backend Accounting [0070]
  • GPO—Global Procurement Organization [0071]

Claims (22)

What it is claimed:
1. A system for Internet based procurement of non-cataloged goods and services based upon qualified resumes, comprising:
a human resources procurement server;
an associate vendor terminal connected to said human resources procurement server;
a hiring manager terminal, connected to the human resources procurement server;
wherein the human resources procurement server receives at least one job request from said hiring manager terminal, the human resources procurement server further receives at least one qualified resume from said associate vendor terminal, and forwards said qualified resume to said hiring manager terminal for review.
2. The system according to claim 1, wherein said hiring manager terminal receives said qualified resume and generates a request to said associate vendor terminal for an interview with said qualified resume applicant if requested by said hiring manager terminal.
3. The system according to claim 1, wherein said human resources procurement server further comprises:
a central processing unit that controls the overall operation of said human resources procurement server;
a memory that stores a control program to operate said human resources procurement server and that temporarily stores said qualified resume;
a job database, connected to said central processing unit and to said memory, that stores said at least one job description; and
a modem, connected to the Internet and to said central processing unit, that facilitates the transfer of said qualified resume from said associate vendor terminal to said hiring manager terminal.
4. The system according to claim 3, wherein said central processing unit restricts access of said associate vendor terminal to said job database based upon criteria submitted from said hiring manager terminal.
5. The system according to claim 4, wherein said criteria is selected from the group of criteria, which includes said associate vendor terminal's geographic location and area of expertise.
6. The system according to claim 1, wherein said associate vendor terminal accesses said human resources procurement server via the Internet.
7. The system according to claim 1, wherein said hiring manager terminal accesses said human resources procurement server via the Internet.
8. The system according to claim 2, wherein said hiring manager terminal generates a notification message to said associate vendor terminal indicating that said qualified resume applicant has been accepted for employment.
9. The system according to claim 8 further comprising a time and billing server, connected to said human resources procurement server, that receives a plurality of time slips from said associate vendor terminal pertaining to time worked for said accepted qualified resume applicant and generates an invoice to said hiring manager terminal for payment.
10. The system according to claim 9 further comprising a bank server, connected to said human resources procurement server and said hiring manager terminal, that receives authorization from said hiring manager terminal to pay said invoice to said human resources procurement server.
11. A method for the Internet based procurement of non-cataloged goods or services based upon qualified resumes, comprising the steps of:
entering a job description for a temporary employment position via the Internet;
submitting a qualified resume of a job applicant by an associate vendor to a hiring manager for approval via the Internet;
reviewing said qualified resume by said hiring manager; and
generating a request for an interview if said applicant is acceptable.
12. The method according to claim 11 further comprising the steps of:
notifying said hiring manager of a confirmed interview;
interviewing said job applicant for said temporary employment position; and
notifying said associate vendor whether said job applicant is approved for employment.
13. The method according to claim 11, wherein said step of entering said job description further includes the step of storing said job description in a job description database.
14. The method according to claim 11, wherein said step of submitting said qualified resume further includes the steps of viewing said job description and requesting additional information from said hiring manager if said job description is unclear.
15. The method according to claim 14, wherein said step of viewing said job description further includes the step of viewing only those job descriptions that said hiring manager has authorized said associate vendor to view.
16. The method according to claim 12, further comprising the steps of:
approving said job applicant for employment;
requesting necessary employment information regarding said job applicant; and
generating a purchase order for said job applicant to begin work.
17. The method according to claim 16, further comprising the steps of:
accepting at least one time card representing time worked on a particular job;
generating an invoice requesting payment for said at least one time card; and
forwarding said invoice to said hiring manager for approval and payment.
18. The method according to claim 17, further comprising the step of automatically approving said invoice if said hiring manager does not respond within a predetermined period of time.
19. The method according to claim 11, further comprising the steps of:
generating a record that records the status of said job applicant; and
viewing said record to determine the current employment status of said job applicant, the length of time job applicant has been employed at a particular position, and an applicant's availability for an interview.
20. The method according to claim 11, further comprising the step of generating a reminder to said hiring manager if no request for an interview is received within a predetermined period of time.
21. The method according to claim 11, wherein said step of submitting said qualified resume further includes the step of adhering to a plurality of business rules submitted by said hiring manager prior to submitting said qualified resume.
22. The method according to claim 21, wherein said plurality of business rules may be a minimum or a maximum amount of total consecutive time a job applicant may work at a particular employer, the prohibition of hiring a previously discharged job applicant or the standard salary rate for a particular job description.
US10/031,866 2000-03-13 2001-03-13 System and method for internet based procurement of goods and services Abandoned US20040260601A1 (en)

Priority Applications (3)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
US10/031,866 US20040260601A1 (en) 2000-03-13 2001-03-13 System and method for internet based procurement of goods and services
US11/698,603 US8190462B2 (en) 2000-03-13 2007-01-25 System and method for internet based procurement and administrative management of workers
US13/460,979 US8712819B2 (en) 2000-03-13 2012-05-01 System and method for internet based procurement of goods and services

Applications Claiming Priority (4)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
US18892200P 2000-03-13 2000-03-13
US60/188922 2000-03-13
PCT/US2001/007962 WO2001069496A2 (en) 2000-03-13 2001-03-13 System and method for internet based procurement of goods and services
US10/031,866 US20040260601A1 (en) 2000-03-13 2001-03-13 System and method for internet based procurement of goods and services

Related Parent Applications (1)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
PCT/US2001/007962 A-371-Of-International WO2001069496A2 (en) 2000-03-13 2001-03-13 System and method for internet based procurement of goods and services

Related Child Applications (1)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
US11/698,603 Continuation US8190462B2 (en) 2000-03-13 2007-01-25 System and method for internet based procurement and administrative management of workers

Publications (1)

Publication Number Publication Date
US20040260601A1 true US20040260601A1 (en) 2004-12-23

Family

ID=22695113

Family Applications (3)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
US10/031,866 Abandoned US20040260601A1 (en) 2000-03-13 2001-03-13 System and method for internet based procurement of goods and services
US11/698,603 Expired - Lifetime US8190462B2 (en) 2000-03-13 2007-01-25 System and method for internet based procurement and administrative management of workers
US13/460,979 Expired - Lifetime US8712819B2 (en) 2000-03-13 2012-05-01 System and method for internet based procurement of goods and services

Family Applications After (2)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
US11/698,603 Expired - Lifetime US8190462B2 (en) 2000-03-13 2007-01-25 System and method for internet based procurement and administrative management of workers
US13/460,979 Expired - Lifetime US8712819B2 (en) 2000-03-13 2012-05-01 System and method for internet based procurement of goods and services

Country Status (4)

Country Link
US (3) US20040260601A1 (en)
EP (1) EP1358594A1 (en)
AU (1) AU2001247392A1 (en)
WO (1) WO2001069496A2 (en)

Cited By (33)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US20030055755A1 (en) * 2001-09-14 2003-03-20 James Shuder Timecard processing in a procurement management system
US20030074287A1 (en) * 2001-10-17 2003-04-17 James Shuder Method and system for processing timecard related information in a purchase order procurement system
US20030212604A1 (en) * 2002-05-09 2003-11-13 Cullen Andrew A. System and method for enabling and maintaining vendor qualification
US20040044591A1 (en) * 2002-06-19 2004-03-04 Gilliland Ramelle L. Method and system for electronic procurement involving electronic requests for quotation
US20050010474A1 (en) * 2003-07-11 2005-01-13 Wealthy Desai Methods, systems and computer program products for paperless third-party billing of business directory advertisements
US20050060242A1 (en) * 2003-09-12 2005-03-17 International Business Machines Corporation Optimal method, system, and storage medium for resolving demand and supply imbalances
US20060190314A1 (en) * 2005-02-24 2006-08-24 Rick Hernandez Method and system for testing of policies to determine cost savings
US20060286517A1 (en) * 2005-06-21 2006-12-21 Martin Brian M Video job analysis system
US20070061185A1 (en) * 2005-09-09 2007-03-15 International Business Machines Corporation Method, system, and computer program product for implementing availability messaging services
US20070106567A1 (en) * 2005-11-04 2007-05-10 Xtraprise, L.P. Information capture, processing and retrieval system and method of operating the same
US20080114634A1 (en) * 2006-11-13 2008-05-15 International Business Machines Corporation Method, system, and computer program product for determining availability and order scheduling of diverse products and services
US7392197B1 (en) * 2001-06-12 2008-06-24 Sap Ag Systems and methods to enable collaborative human capital management
US20080300892A1 (en) * 2007-06-01 2008-12-04 International Business Machines Corporation Mapping method and system
US20080306750A1 (en) * 2007-06-08 2008-12-11 Adp, Inc. Employment screening system and method
US20090006142A1 (en) * 2007-06-26 2009-01-01 Rearden Commerce, Inc. System and Method for Tracking Spending Based on Reservations and Payments
US20090125355A1 (en) * 2005-07-22 2009-05-14 Rearden Commerce, Inc. System and Method for Optimization of Group Shipments to Reduce Shipping Costs
US7596566B1 (en) * 2005-02-24 2009-09-29 Rearden Commerce, Inc. System and method for flexible handling of rules and regulations in labor hiring
US20090313090A1 (en) * 2003-09-11 2009-12-17 International Business Machines Corporation Resolving demand and supply imbalances
US7660743B1 (en) 2004-10-15 2010-02-09 Rearden Commerce, Inc. System for optimization of cost management
US7698146B2 (en) 2002-04-24 2010-04-13 Volt Information Sciences Inc. System and method for collecting and providing resource rate information using resource profiling
US7747457B2 (en) 2002-04-10 2010-06-29 Volt Information Sciences, Inc. Computer system and method for facilitating and managing the project bid and requisition process
US7925568B2 (en) 2002-04-10 2011-04-12 Volt Information Sciences, Inc. Computer system and method for producing analytical data related to the project bid and requisition process
US7966213B2 (en) 2006-10-16 2011-06-21 Rearden Commerce, Inc. System and method for automatic review of travel changes and improved suggestions and rules set
US8041616B2 (en) 2005-08-01 2011-10-18 Volt Information Sciences, Inc. Outsourced service level agreement provisioning management system and method
US8126776B2 (en) 2006-06-30 2012-02-28 Rearden Commerce, Inc. Method and systems for personal restaurant assistant
US8190462B2 (en) 2000-03-13 2012-05-29 Volt Information Sciences, Inc. System and method for internet based procurement and administrative management of workers
US8364557B2 (en) 2002-04-10 2013-01-29 Volt Information Sciences Inc. Method of and system for enabling and managing sub-contracting entities
US8788357B2 (en) 2009-08-12 2014-07-22 Iqnavigator, Inc. System and method for productizing human capital labor employment positions/jobs
US20140229337A1 (en) * 2013-02-08 2014-08-14 Interface Optoelectronics Corporation Order management system and order management method thereof
US9020884B2 (en) 2002-04-10 2015-04-28 Iqnavigator, Inc. Method of and system for consultant re-seller business information transfer
US9161994B1 (en) 2005-03-29 2015-10-20 Deem, Inc. Cost model analysis and breakdown for cost buildup
US9226975B1 (en) 2004-09-17 2016-01-05 Deem, Inc. Apparatus and method to provide community pricing
US20180101779A1 (en) * 2016-10-11 2018-04-12 International Business Machines Corporation System, method and computer program product for detecting policy violations

Families Citing this family (15)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
JP5172354B2 (en) * 2005-02-11 2013-03-27 ヴォルト インフォメーション サイエンシズ インコーポレーテッド Project information planning / scope change management information and business information synergy system and method
US20090192848A1 (en) * 2008-01-30 2009-07-30 Gerald Rea Method and apparatus for workforce assessment
US20100169143A1 (en) * 2008-12-31 2010-07-01 Peter Carr System and method for managing numerous facets of a work relationship
US8326838B2 (en) * 2009-02-14 2012-12-04 Angelo Gaitas Education credentials management method and system
US8589215B2 (en) * 2011-07-14 2013-11-19 Silver Lining Solutions Ltd. Work skillset generation
US20140129573A1 (en) * 2012-11-06 2014-05-08 Daniel Jacobus deWaal Computerized method and system for creating a digital resume
US20140316924A1 (en) * 2013-04-18 2014-10-23 International Businiess Machines Corporation Method, Apparatus and Program Product Facilitating Contract Formation With Labor Component
US10679298B2 (en) 2015-12-03 2020-06-09 Aon Singapore Centre For Innovation Strategy And Management Pte., Ltd. Dashboard interface, platform, and environment for automated negotiation, benchmarking, compliance, and auditing
US9741078B2 (en) * 2015-12-03 2017-08-22 Aon Singapore Centre For Innovation, Strategy And Management Pte., Ltd. Dashboard interface, platform, and environment for automated negotiation, benchmarking, compliance, and auditing
US20170323271A1 (en) * 2016-05-06 2017-11-09 Amin Khaef Systems and Methods for Increasing Users of a Job Listing Service
US11797937B2 (en) 2018-02-26 2023-10-24 Mark Lamoncha System and method for hiring and authenticating persons to perform services on a temporary basis
US11645625B2 (en) 2018-08-21 2023-05-09 Job Market Maker, Llc Machine learning systems for predictive targeting and engagement
WO2021067939A1 (en) 2019-10-04 2021-04-08 Job Market Maker, Llc Machine learning systems and methods for predictive engagement
US11907873B1 (en) 2021-01-12 2024-02-20 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Systems and methods for business syndicate geolocated skill matching
US11854074B1 (en) 2021-01-12 2023-12-26 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Geolocation-based mesh automatic lending network

Citations (62)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US4799156A (en) * 1986-10-01 1989-01-17 Strategic Processing Corporation Interactive market management system
US4937743A (en) * 1987-09-10 1990-06-26 Intellimed Corporation Method and system for scheduling, monitoring and dynamically managing resources
US4992940A (en) * 1989-03-13 1991-02-12 H-Renee, Incorporated System and method for automated selection of equipment for purchase through input of user desired specifications
US5117353A (en) * 1989-05-05 1992-05-26 Staff-Plus, Inc. System for use in a temporary help business
US5164897A (en) * 1989-06-21 1992-11-17 Techpower, Inc. Automated method for selecting personnel matched to job criteria
US5291397A (en) * 1991-12-20 1994-03-01 Powell Roger A Method for resource allocation and project control for the production of a product
US5381332A (en) * 1991-12-09 1995-01-10 Motorola, Inc. Project management system with automated schedule and cost integration
US5416694A (en) * 1994-02-28 1995-05-16 Hughes Training, Inc. Computer-based data integration and management process for workforce planning and occupational readjustment
US5493490A (en) * 1992-05-05 1996-02-20 Clear With Computers, Inc. Electronic proposal preparation system for selling vehicles
US5592375A (en) * 1994-03-11 1997-01-07 Eagleview, Inc. Computer-assisted system for interactively brokering goods or services between buyers and sellers
US5600554A (en) * 1994-09-29 1997-02-04 Crucible Materials Corporation Methods and apparatus for securing, integrating, and manipulating employee payroll and human resource information
US5664115A (en) * 1995-06-07 1997-09-02 Fraser; Richard Interactive computer system to match buyers and sellers of real estate, businesses and other property using the internet
US5715402A (en) * 1995-11-09 1998-02-03 Spot Metals Online Method and system for matching sellers and buyers of spot metals
US5794212A (en) * 1996-04-10 1998-08-11 Dominion Resources, Inc. System and method for providing more efficient communications between energy suppliers, energy purchasers and transportation providers as necessary for an efficient and non-discriminatory energy market
US5802493A (en) * 1994-12-07 1998-09-01 Aetna Life Insurance Company Method and apparatus for generating a proposal response
US5842178A (en) * 1996-02-22 1998-11-24 Giovannoli; Joseph Computerized quotation system and method
US5907490A (en) * 1997-06-10 1999-05-25 Electronic Data Systems Corporation System and method for project management and assessment
US5913202A (en) * 1996-12-03 1999-06-15 Fujitsu Limited Financial information intermediary system
US5960407A (en) * 1996-10-08 1999-09-28 Vivona; Robert G. Automated market price analysis system
US5970475A (en) * 1997-10-10 1999-10-19 Intelisys Electronic Commerce, Llc Electronic procurement system and method for trading partners
US5978768A (en) * 1997-05-08 1999-11-02 Mcgovern; Robert J. Computerized job search system and method for posting and searching job openings via a computer network
US5987464A (en) * 1996-07-26 1999-11-16 Schneider; Eric Method and system for periodically updating data records having an expiry time
US5995951A (en) * 1996-06-04 1999-11-30 Recipio Network collaboration method and apparatus
US6014644A (en) * 1996-11-22 2000-01-11 Pp International, Inc. Centrally coordinated communication systems with multiple broadcast data objects and response tracking
US6038547A (en) * 1998-01-07 2000-03-14 Casto; Robin L. Construction tracking and payment method and system
US6041303A (en) * 1996-06-07 2000-03-21 Mathews; Edward Henry Method of assisting the conducting of a research project
US6049776A (en) * 1997-09-06 2000-04-11 Unisys Corporation Human resource management system for staffing projects
US6058379A (en) * 1997-07-11 2000-05-02 Auction Source, L.L.C. Real-time network exchange with seller specified exchange parameters and interactive seller participation
US6070143A (en) * 1997-12-05 2000-05-30 Lucent Technologies Inc. System and method for analyzing work requirements and linking human resource products to jobs
US6088678A (en) * 1996-04-09 2000-07-11 Raytheon Company Process simulation technique using benefit-trade matrices to estimate schedule, cost, and risk
US6092197A (en) * 1997-12-31 2000-07-18 The Customer Logic Company, Llc System and method for the secure discovery, exploitation and publication of information
US6092050A (en) * 1998-03-09 2000-07-18 Hard Dollar Corporation Graphical computer system and method for financial estimating and project management
US6112189A (en) * 1997-03-19 2000-08-29 Optimark Technologies, Inc. Method and apparatus for automating negotiations between parties
US6115642A (en) * 1996-12-31 2000-09-05 Buildnet, Inc. Systems and methods for facilitating the exchange of information between separate business entities
US6131087A (en) * 1997-11-05 2000-10-10 The Planning Solutions Group, Inc. Method for automatically identifying, matching, and near-matching buyers and sellers in electronic market transactions
US6141653A (en) * 1998-11-16 2000-10-31 Tradeaccess Inc System for interative, multivariate negotiations over a network
US6161099A (en) * 1997-05-29 2000-12-12 Muniauction, Inc. Process and apparatus for conducting auctions over electronic networks
US6189003B1 (en) * 1998-10-23 2001-02-13 Wynwyn.Com Inc. Online business directory with predefined search template for facilitating the matching of buyers to qualified sellers
US6199050B1 (en) * 1998-09-18 2001-03-06 Freemarkets Online Inc. Method and system for bidding in electronic auctions using flexible bidder-determined line-item guidelines
US6266659B1 (en) * 1997-08-07 2001-07-24 Uday P. Nadkarni Skills database management system and method
US6272467B1 (en) * 1996-09-09 2001-08-07 Spark Network Services, Inc. System for data collection and matching compatible profiles
US6275812B1 (en) * 1998-12-08 2001-08-14 Lucent Technologies, Inc. Intelligent system for dynamic resource management
US6289340B1 (en) * 1999-08-03 2001-09-11 Ixmatch, Inc. Consultant matching system and method for selecting candidates from a candidate pool by adjusting skill values
US6349238B1 (en) * 1998-09-16 2002-02-19 Mci Worldcom, Inc. System and method for managing the workflow for processing service orders among a variety of organizations within a telecommunications company
US6356909B1 (en) * 1999-08-23 2002-03-12 Proposal Technologies Network, Inc. Web based system for managing request for proposal and responses
US20020046147A1 (en) * 2000-03-06 2002-04-18 Livesay Jeffrey A. Method and process for providing relevant data, comparing proposal alternatives, and reconciling proposals, invoices, and purchase orders with actual costs in a workflow process
US20020072946A1 (en) * 1999-12-13 2002-06-13 Richardson Mary L. Method and system for employment placement
US6408337B1 (en) * 1999-05-14 2002-06-18 Coca-Cola Company Engagement of non-employee workers
US20020103687A1 (en) * 2001-02-01 2002-08-01 Debbie Kipling System and method for ordering contract workers
US20030004850A1 (en) * 2000-09-18 2003-01-02 Emptoris, Inc. Auction management
US20030055694A1 (en) * 2001-03-23 2003-03-20 Restaurant Services, Inc. System, method and computer program product for solving and reviewing a solution in a supply chain framework
US6556976B1 (en) * 1999-11-10 2003-04-29 Gershman, Brickner And Bratton, Inc. Method and system for e-commerce and related data management, analysis and reporting
US20030145006A1 (en) * 2002-01-31 2003-07-31 International Business Machines Corporation Integrated and computerized system and method for organization and management projects
US20030177051A1 (en) * 2003-03-13 2003-09-18 Robin Driscoll Method and system for managing worker resources
US20030200168A1 (en) * 2002-04-10 2003-10-23 Cullen Andrew A. Computer system and method for facilitating and managing the project bid and requisition process
US20030204439A1 (en) * 2002-04-24 2003-10-30 Cullen Andrew A. System and method for collecting and providing resource rate information using resource profiling
US6647300B1 (en) * 2000-07-28 2003-11-11 Rockwell Automation Technologies, Inc. Bidding partner cache for autonomous cooperative control system
US20030212604A1 (en) * 2002-05-09 2003-11-13 Cullen Andrew A. System and method for enabling and maintaining vendor qualification
US6658400B2 (en) * 1999-12-04 2003-12-02 William S. Perell Data certification and verification system having a multiple-user-controlled data interface
US20040039681A1 (en) * 2002-04-10 2004-02-26 Cullen Andrew A. Computer system and method for producing analytical data related to the project bid and requisition process
US20040210510A1 (en) * 2002-09-30 2004-10-21 Cullen Andrew A. Method of and system for enabling and managing sub-contracting entities
US20050262008A1 (en) * 2002-04-10 2005-11-24 Cullen Andrew A Iii Method of and system for consultant re-seller business information transfer

Family Cites Families (99)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US4646250A (en) * 1984-10-18 1987-02-24 International Business Machines Corp. Data entry screen
US5737494A (en) 1994-12-08 1998-04-07 Tech-Metrics International, Inc. Assessment methods and apparatus for an organizational process or system
US5740421A (en) * 1995-04-03 1998-04-14 Dtl Data Technologies Ltd. Associative search method for heterogeneous databases with an integration mechanism configured to combine schema-free data models such as a hyperbase
US7054821B1 (en) * 1996-01-31 2006-05-30 Electronic Data Systems Corporation System and method for modeling skills
US5848396A (en) 1996-04-26 1998-12-08 Freedom Of Information, Inc. Method and apparatus for determining behavioral profile of a computer user
US6157808A (en) 1996-07-17 2000-12-05 Gpu, Inc. Computerized employee certification and training system
US5862223A (en) * 1996-07-24 1999-01-19 Walker Asset Management Limited Partnership Method and apparatus for a cryptographically-assisted commercial network system designed to facilitate and support expert-based commerce
US6058373A (en) * 1996-10-16 2000-05-02 Microsoft Corporation System and method for processing electronic order forms
US5915086A (en) * 1997-04-03 1999-06-22 Oracle Corporation Hierarchical protection of seed data
US6158044A (en) 1997-05-21 2000-12-05 Epropose, Inc. Proposal based architecture system
CA2303513A1 (en) * 1997-09-15 1999-03-25 Maintenet Corporation Electronic information network for inventory control and transfer
US6442528B1 (en) * 1998-06-05 2002-08-27 I2 Technologies Us, Inc. Exemplar workflow used in the design and deployment of a workflow for multi-enterprise collaboration
US6126448A (en) * 1998-07-06 2000-10-03 Ho; Chi Fai Computer-aided learning methods and apparatus for a job
US6301574B1 (en) * 1998-11-06 2001-10-09 Efirms.Com, Inc. System for providing business information
US7107268B1 (en) * 1998-11-12 2006-09-12 Printable Technologies, Inc. Centralized system and method for managing enterprise operations
US6167385A (en) * 1998-11-30 2000-12-26 The Chase Manhattan Bank Supply chain financing system and method
US7451106B1 (en) 1998-11-30 2008-11-11 E-Lynxx Corporation System and method for competitive pricing and procurement of customized goods and services
JP2002531890A (en) 1998-11-30 2002-09-24 シーベル システムズ,インコーポレイティド Development tools, methods and systems for client-server applications
CN1423786A (en) 1999-03-02 2003-06-11 奎克斯塔投资公司 Electronic commerce transactions within a marketing system that may contain a member ship buying opportunity
EP1266313A2 (en) * 1999-03-19 2002-12-18 Trados GmbH Workflow management system
US6721713B1 (en) * 1999-05-27 2004-04-13 Andersen Consulting Llp Business alliance identification in a web architecture framework
US7089203B1 (en) * 1999-06-04 2006-08-08 Crookshanks Rex J Building construction bid and contract management system, internet-based method and computer program therefor
WO2001008067A1 (en) 1999-07-21 2001-02-01 Netgenshopper.Com, Inc. Network-based transaction system and method
US6662194B1 (en) * 1999-07-31 2003-12-09 Raymond Anthony Joao Apparatus and method for providing recruitment information
US6385620B1 (en) * 1999-08-16 2002-05-07 Psisearch,Llc System and method for the management of candidate recruiting information
JP2004527805A (en) 1999-08-23 2004-09-09 アセラ,インコーポレイティド Method and apparatus for providing a custom configurable business application from a standardized set of parts
US6529909B1 (en) * 1999-08-31 2003-03-04 Accenture Llp Method for translating an object attribute converter in an information services patterns environment
US6302695B1 (en) 1999-11-09 2001-10-16 Minds And Technologies, Inc. Method and apparatus for language training
US7437304B2 (en) 1999-11-22 2008-10-14 International Business Machines Corporation System and method for project preparing a procurement and accounts payable system
IL133617A0 (en) * 1999-12-20 2001-04-30 Glide Ltd Career management system
WO2001095205A1 (en) * 1999-12-30 2001-12-13 Jeffrey Alnwick Method and system for ordering items over the internet
US7330821B2 (en) 2000-01-28 2008-02-12 Buzzsaw.Com E-commerce bid and project management system and method for the construction industry
US7457764B1 (en) * 2000-02-04 2008-11-25 Iq Navigator System and method for matching human resources to human resource needs
US20040260601A1 (en) 2000-03-13 2004-12-23 Victor Brief System and method for internet based procurement of goods and services
US20010047311A1 (en) 2000-04-13 2001-11-29 Bhavesh Singh Method for communicating, collaborating and transacting commerce via a communication network
US6578004B1 (en) 2000-04-27 2003-06-10 Prosight, Ltd. Method and apparatus for facilitating management of information technology investment
RU2165679C1 (en) 2000-05-25 2001-04-20 Ямилев Ильгиз Амирович Telecommunication-network pay-service system (alternatives)
US7908200B2 (en) 2000-05-16 2011-03-15 Versata Development Group, Inc. Method and apparatus for efficiently generating electronic requests for quote
US7653583B1 (en) * 2000-05-16 2010-01-26 Versata Development Group, Inc. Method and apparatus for filtering and/or sorting responses to electronic requests for quote
US20010051913A1 (en) 2000-06-07 2001-12-13 Avinash Vashistha Method and system for outsourcing information technology projects and services
US20020055870A1 (en) 2000-06-08 2002-05-09 Thomas Roland R. System for human capital management
US7430523B1 (en) * 2000-06-12 2008-09-30 Tariq Khalidi Automated competitive bidding system and process
US20030208434A1 (en) 2000-06-15 2003-11-06 Enrique Posner On-line system and method for analyzing vendor proposals in response to a request-for-proposal
JP2002041835A (en) 2000-07-21 2002-02-08 Paltek Corp Item providing method and system
US20020042752A1 (en) 2000-08-04 2002-04-11 Chaves Jimmy Bernard Internet motor vehicle sales
EP1180741A3 (en) 2000-08-15 2004-01-02 Rohm And Haas Company Flexible system and method for standardizing communications and decision-making across multiple business processes
US7533033B1 (en) * 2000-09-08 2009-05-12 International Business Machines Corporation Build and operate program process framework and execution
CA2422322A1 (en) * 2000-10-03 2002-04-11 Michael Setteducati Workflow management software overview
EP1195676A3 (en) 2000-10-03 2007-03-28 Microsoft Corporation Architecture for customizable applications
US7386475B2 (en) * 2000-10-05 2008-06-10 I2 Technologies Us, Inc. Generation and execution of custom requests for quote
US20030101127A1 (en) * 2000-11-30 2003-05-29 Cornelius Michael Anfred Network-based system for the management of construction bids
US20030055754A1 (en) * 2000-11-30 2003-03-20 Govone Solutions, Lp Method, system and computer program product for facilitating a tax transaction
US20020073082A1 (en) 2000-12-12 2002-06-13 Edouard Duvillier System modification processing technique implemented on an information storage and retrieval system
US20040215467A1 (en) 2001-01-03 2004-10-28 Coffman Kathryn D. Method and system for electronic document handling, such as for requests for quotations under an electronic auction
US20020087382A1 (en) * 2001-01-03 2002-07-04 Tiburcio Vincio B. Method and system for assigning and tracking tasks, such as under an electronic auction
US20020156668A1 (en) * 2001-02-16 2002-10-24 Morrow Martin E. Remote project development method and system
US7437309B2 (en) 2001-02-22 2008-10-14 Corporate Fables, Inc. Talent management system and methods for reviewing and qualifying a workforce utilizing categorized and free-form text data
EP1423809A2 (en) * 2001-03-09 2004-06-02 Omnexus Americas, Inc. Marketplaces for on-line contract negotiation, formation and price and availability querying
US20030018481A1 (en) * 2001-03-15 2003-01-23 Cheng Zhou Method and apparatus for generating configurable documents
US20020161619A1 (en) * 2001-04-30 2002-10-31 Harris Corporation Method and system for arranging temporary project labor using the internet
US7349868B2 (en) 2001-05-15 2008-03-25 I2 Technologies Us, Inc. Pre-qualifying sellers during the matching phase of an electronic commerce transaction
US6480857B1 (en) 2001-06-07 2002-11-12 David Chandler Method of organizing hierarchical data in a relational database
JP2002366763A (en) 2001-06-11 2002-12-20 Nec Soft Ltd One-to-one asset management portfolio system
US7103567B2 (en) 2001-07-18 2006-09-05 The Boeing Company System and device for product valuation and associated method
US20030037032A1 (en) * 2001-08-17 2003-02-20 Michael Neece Systems and methods for intelligent hiring practices
JP2003067188A (en) 2001-08-28 2003-03-07 Hitachi Ltd Project management method, device and program
US7840934B2 (en) * 2001-08-29 2010-11-23 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Method and system for integrating workflow management systems with business-to-business interaction standards
US20040210490A1 (en) 2001-08-30 2004-10-21 Almstead Karl F. Tool for managing bids
US7051031B2 (en) * 2001-10-09 2006-05-23 Sun Microsystems, Inc. Method, system, and program for managing accesses to data objects by multiple user programs over a network
US7305392B1 (en) 2001-11-02 2007-12-04 Apex Innovations, Inc. Multi-organizational project management system
US20030101114A1 (en) * 2001-11-29 2003-05-29 Delapass Janine L. System and method for collecting and analyzing tax reporting surveys
US7302431B1 (en) 2001-12-21 2007-11-27 The Procter & Gamble Company Configurable architecture for managing corporate and industry knowledgebases
US20040205519A1 (en) 2002-01-10 2004-10-14 Chris Chapel Method and system for automatically generating construction documents
US20030135401A1 (en) * 2002-01-14 2003-07-17 Parr Ian Barry Anthony Method and process of program management for the owner's representative of design-build construction projects
WO2003075124A2 (en) * 2002-02-28 2003-09-12 Avue Technologies Corporation Strategic workforce management and content engineering
US7567953B2 (en) 2002-03-01 2009-07-28 Business Objects Americas System and method for retrieving and organizing information from disparate computer network information sources
AU2003216478A1 (en) 2002-03-05 2003-09-22 Fireventures Llc Sytem and method for information exchange
US20030200150A1 (en) * 2002-04-17 2003-10-23 Elnnovate, Inc. Systems and methods for facilitating negotiations for supply chain control
US7627631B2 (en) * 2002-05-02 2009-12-01 Bea Systems, Inc. Systems and methods for collaborative business plug-ins
AU2003280405A1 (en) * 2002-06-28 2004-01-19 Nextsource Inc. Employment salary information system and method
US20040030590A1 (en) * 2002-08-05 2004-02-12 Swan Coalen L. Total integrated performance system and method
JP2004086757A (en) 2002-08-28 2004-03-18 Nec Nexsolutions Ltd Project contract support system for individual undertaker
US20050120039A1 (en) * 2002-09-19 2005-06-02 Upstream Software, Inc. System, method and software for acquiring, storing and retrieving electronic transactions
US20040186852A1 (en) * 2002-11-01 2004-09-23 Les Rosen Internet based system of employment referencing and employment history verification for the creation of a human capital database
US20040093583A1 (en) * 2002-11-13 2004-05-13 Mcananey Brian T. Project bidding system
JP2004264880A (en) 2003-01-14 2004-09-24 Hitachi Ltd Order receipt support system and order receipt support method
JP3987018B2 (en) 2003-01-29 2007-10-03 松下電器産業株式会社 Integrated business software introduction and operation support system
US20040236598A1 (en) 2003-03-21 2004-11-25 Thomsen David J. System and method for providing occupational information
US8332266B2 (en) 2003-04-23 2012-12-11 Pitney Bowes Inc. System and method for managing business machine assets
JP4768957B2 (en) 2003-06-25 2011-09-07 株式会社日立製作所 Project evaluation apparatus, project evaluation method, and project evaluation program
US20040267606A1 (en) 2003-06-30 2004-12-30 International Business Machines Corporation Method, system, and storage medium for supplemental workforce procurement and management
US20050114829A1 (en) * 2003-10-30 2005-05-26 Microsoft Corporation Facilitating the process of designing and developing a project
US20050144129A1 (en) * 2003-12-30 2005-06-30 Coolman Jeron W. Systems and methods for paying vendors using CCR data
US20050288993A1 (en) 2004-06-28 2005-12-29 Jie Weng Demand planning with event-based forecasting
JP2006106390A (en) * 2004-10-06 2006-04-20 Konica Minolta Business Technologies Inc Image forming apparatus
JP5172354B2 (en) * 2005-02-11 2013-03-27 ヴォルト インフォメーション サイエンシズ インコーポレーテッド Project information planning / scope change management information and business information synergy system and method
US7805382B2 (en) * 2005-04-11 2010-09-28 Mkt10, Inc. Match-based employment system and method
EP1818813A1 (en) 2006-02-02 2007-08-15 Research In Motion Limited System and method and apparatus for using UML tools for defining web service bound component applications
US20080004890A1 (en) * 2006-07-03 2008-01-03 Dwayne Paul Hargroder Interactive employment credential system and method

Patent Citations (63)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US4799156A (en) * 1986-10-01 1989-01-17 Strategic Processing Corporation Interactive market management system
US4937743A (en) * 1987-09-10 1990-06-26 Intellimed Corporation Method and system for scheduling, monitoring and dynamically managing resources
US4992940A (en) * 1989-03-13 1991-02-12 H-Renee, Incorporated System and method for automated selection of equipment for purchase through input of user desired specifications
US5117353A (en) * 1989-05-05 1992-05-26 Staff-Plus, Inc. System for use in a temporary help business
US5164897A (en) * 1989-06-21 1992-11-17 Techpower, Inc. Automated method for selecting personnel matched to job criteria
US5381332A (en) * 1991-12-09 1995-01-10 Motorola, Inc. Project management system with automated schedule and cost integration
US5291397A (en) * 1991-12-20 1994-03-01 Powell Roger A Method for resource allocation and project control for the production of a product
US5493490A (en) * 1992-05-05 1996-02-20 Clear With Computers, Inc. Electronic proposal preparation system for selling vehicles
US5416694A (en) * 1994-02-28 1995-05-16 Hughes Training, Inc. Computer-based data integration and management process for workforce planning and occupational readjustment
US5592375A (en) * 1994-03-11 1997-01-07 Eagleview, Inc. Computer-assisted system for interactively brokering goods or services between buyers and sellers
US5600554A (en) * 1994-09-29 1997-02-04 Crucible Materials Corporation Methods and apparatus for securing, integrating, and manipulating employee payroll and human resource information
US5802493A (en) * 1994-12-07 1998-09-01 Aetna Life Insurance Company Method and apparatus for generating a proposal response
US5664115A (en) * 1995-06-07 1997-09-02 Fraser; Richard Interactive computer system to match buyers and sellers of real estate, businesses and other property using the internet
US5715402A (en) * 1995-11-09 1998-02-03 Spot Metals Online Method and system for matching sellers and buyers of spot metals
US5842178A (en) * 1996-02-22 1998-11-24 Giovannoli; Joseph Computerized quotation system and method
US6088678A (en) * 1996-04-09 2000-07-11 Raytheon Company Process simulation technique using benefit-trade matrices to estimate schedule, cost, and risk
US5794212A (en) * 1996-04-10 1998-08-11 Dominion Resources, Inc. System and method for providing more efficient communications between energy suppliers, energy purchasers and transportation providers as necessary for an efficient and non-discriminatory energy market
US5995951A (en) * 1996-06-04 1999-11-30 Recipio Network collaboration method and apparatus
US6041303A (en) * 1996-06-07 2000-03-21 Mathews; Edward Henry Method of assisting the conducting of a research project
US5987464A (en) * 1996-07-26 1999-11-16 Schneider; Eric Method and system for periodically updating data records having an expiry time
US6272467B1 (en) * 1996-09-09 2001-08-07 Spark Network Services, Inc. System for data collection and matching compatible profiles
US5960407A (en) * 1996-10-08 1999-09-28 Vivona; Robert G. Automated market price analysis system
US6014644A (en) * 1996-11-22 2000-01-11 Pp International, Inc. Centrally coordinated communication systems with multiple broadcast data objects and response tracking
US5913202A (en) * 1996-12-03 1999-06-15 Fujitsu Limited Financial information intermediary system
US6115642A (en) * 1996-12-31 2000-09-05 Buildnet, Inc. Systems and methods for facilitating the exchange of information between separate business entities
US6112189A (en) * 1997-03-19 2000-08-29 Optimark Technologies, Inc. Method and apparatus for automating negotiations between parties
US6370510B1 (en) * 1997-05-08 2002-04-09 Careerbuilder, Inc. Employment recruiting system and method using a computer network for posting job openings and which provides for automatic periodic searching of the posted job openings
US5978768A (en) * 1997-05-08 1999-11-02 Mcgovern; Robert J. Computerized job search system and method for posting and searching job openings via a computer network
US6161099A (en) * 1997-05-29 2000-12-12 Muniauction, Inc. Process and apparatus for conducting auctions over electronic networks
US5907490A (en) * 1997-06-10 1999-05-25 Electronic Data Systems Corporation System and method for project management and assessment
US6058379A (en) * 1997-07-11 2000-05-02 Auction Source, L.L.C. Real-time network exchange with seller specified exchange parameters and interactive seller participation
US6266659B1 (en) * 1997-08-07 2001-07-24 Uday P. Nadkarni Skills database management system and method
US6049776A (en) * 1997-09-06 2000-04-11 Unisys Corporation Human resource management system for staffing projects
US5970475A (en) * 1997-10-10 1999-10-19 Intelisys Electronic Commerce, Llc Electronic procurement system and method for trading partners
US6131087A (en) * 1997-11-05 2000-10-10 The Planning Solutions Group, Inc. Method for automatically identifying, matching, and near-matching buyers and sellers in electronic market transactions
US6070143A (en) * 1997-12-05 2000-05-30 Lucent Technologies Inc. System and method for analyzing work requirements and linking human resource products to jobs
US6092197A (en) * 1997-12-31 2000-07-18 The Customer Logic Company, Llc System and method for the secure discovery, exploitation and publication of information
US6038547A (en) * 1998-01-07 2000-03-14 Casto; Robin L. Construction tracking and payment method and system
US6092050A (en) * 1998-03-09 2000-07-18 Hard Dollar Corporation Graphical computer system and method for financial estimating and project management
US6349238B1 (en) * 1998-09-16 2002-02-19 Mci Worldcom, Inc. System and method for managing the workflow for processing service orders among a variety of organizations within a telecommunications company
US6199050B1 (en) * 1998-09-18 2001-03-06 Freemarkets Online Inc. Method and system for bidding in electronic auctions using flexible bidder-determined line-item guidelines
US6189003B1 (en) * 1998-10-23 2001-02-13 Wynwyn.Com Inc. Online business directory with predefined search template for facilitating the matching of buyers to qualified sellers
US6141653A (en) * 1998-11-16 2000-10-31 Tradeaccess Inc System for interative, multivariate negotiations over a network
US6275812B1 (en) * 1998-12-08 2001-08-14 Lucent Technologies, Inc. Intelligent system for dynamic resource management
US6408337B1 (en) * 1999-05-14 2002-06-18 Coca-Cola Company Engagement of non-employee workers
US6289340B1 (en) * 1999-08-03 2001-09-11 Ixmatch, Inc. Consultant matching system and method for selecting candidates from a candidate pool by adjusting skill values
US6356909B1 (en) * 1999-08-23 2002-03-12 Proposal Technologies Network, Inc. Web based system for managing request for proposal and responses
US6556976B1 (en) * 1999-11-10 2003-04-29 Gershman, Brickner And Bratton, Inc. Method and system for e-commerce and related data management, analysis and reporting
US6658400B2 (en) * 1999-12-04 2003-12-02 William S. Perell Data certification and verification system having a multiple-user-controlled data interface
US20020072946A1 (en) * 1999-12-13 2002-06-13 Richardson Mary L. Method and system for employment placement
US20020046147A1 (en) * 2000-03-06 2002-04-18 Livesay Jeffrey A. Method and process for providing relevant data, comparing proposal alternatives, and reconciling proposals, invoices, and purchase orders with actual costs in a workflow process
US6647300B1 (en) * 2000-07-28 2003-11-11 Rockwell Automation Technologies, Inc. Bidding partner cache for autonomous cooperative control system
US20030004850A1 (en) * 2000-09-18 2003-01-02 Emptoris, Inc. Auction management
US20020103687A1 (en) * 2001-02-01 2002-08-01 Debbie Kipling System and method for ordering contract workers
US20030055694A1 (en) * 2001-03-23 2003-03-20 Restaurant Services, Inc. System, method and computer program product for solving and reviewing a solution in a supply chain framework
US20030145006A1 (en) * 2002-01-31 2003-07-31 International Business Machines Corporation Integrated and computerized system and method for organization and management projects
US20030200168A1 (en) * 2002-04-10 2003-10-23 Cullen Andrew A. Computer system and method for facilitating and managing the project bid and requisition process
US20040039681A1 (en) * 2002-04-10 2004-02-26 Cullen Andrew A. Computer system and method for producing analytical data related to the project bid and requisition process
US20050262008A1 (en) * 2002-04-10 2005-11-24 Cullen Andrew A Iii Method of and system for consultant re-seller business information transfer
US20030204439A1 (en) * 2002-04-24 2003-10-30 Cullen Andrew A. System and method for collecting and providing resource rate information using resource profiling
US20030212604A1 (en) * 2002-05-09 2003-11-13 Cullen Andrew A. System and method for enabling and maintaining vendor qualification
US20040210510A1 (en) * 2002-09-30 2004-10-21 Cullen Andrew A. Method of and system for enabling and managing sub-contracting entities
US20030177051A1 (en) * 2003-03-13 2003-09-18 Robin Driscoll Method and system for managing worker resources

Cited By (51)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US8190462B2 (en) 2000-03-13 2012-05-29 Volt Information Sciences, Inc. System and method for internet based procurement and administrative management of workers
US8712819B2 (en) 2000-03-13 2014-04-29 Volt Information Sciences, Inc. System and method for internet based procurement of goods and services
US7392197B1 (en) * 2001-06-12 2008-06-24 Sap Ag Systems and methods to enable collaborative human capital management
US7729962B2 (en) * 2001-09-14 2010-06-01 Oracle America, Inc. Timecard processing in a procurement management system
US20030055755A1 (en) * 2001-09-14 2003-03-20 James Shuder Timecard processing in a procurement management system
US20030074287A1 (en) * 2001-10-17 2003-04-17 James Shuder Method and system for processing timecard related information in a purchase order procurement system
US7533042B2 (en) 2001-10-17 2009-05-12 Sun Microsystems, Inc. Method and system for processing timecard related information in a purchase order procurement system
US7925568B2 (en) 2002-04-10 2011-04-12 Volt Information Sciences, Inc. Computer system and method for producing analytical data related to the project bid and requisition process
US8204820B2 (en) 2002-04-10 2012-06-19 Volt Information Sciences, Inc. Computer system and method for producing analytical data related to the project bid and requisition process
US8364557B2 (en) 2002-04-10 2013-01-29 Volt Information Sciences Inc. Method of and system for enabling and managing sub-contracting entities
US7747457B2 (en) 2002-04-10 2010-06-29 Volt Information Sciences, Inc. Computer system and method for facilitating and managing the project bid and requisition process
US9020884B2 (en) 2002-04-10 2015-04-28 Iqnavigator, Inc. Method of and system for consultant re-seller business information transfer
US8799039B2 (en) 2002-04-24 2014-08-05 Iqnavigator, Inc. System and method for collecting and providing resource rate information using resource profiling
US7698146B2 (en) 2002-04-24 2010-04-13 Volt Information Sciences Inc. System and method for collecting and providing resource rate information using resource profiling
US8515823B2 (en) 2002-05-09 2013-08-20 Volt Information Sciences, Inc. System and method for enabling and maintaining vendor qualification
US20030212604A1 (en) * 2002-05-09 2003-11-13 Cullen Andrew A. System and method for enabling and maintaining vendor qualification
US20040044591A1 (en) * 2002-06-19 2004-03-04 Gilliland Ramelle L. Method and system for electronic procurement involving electronic requests for quotation
US20050010474A1 (en) * 2003-07-11 2005-01-13 Wealthy Desai Methods, systems and computer program products for paperless third-party billing of business directory advertisements
US20090313090A1 (en) * 2003-09-11 2009-12-17 International Business Machines Corporation Resolving demand and supply imbalances
US8275677B2 (en) 2003-09-11 2012-09-25 International Business Machines Corporation Resolving demand and supply imbalances
US7783534B2 (en) 2003-09-12 2010-08-24 International Business Machines Corporation Optimal method, system, and storage medium for resolving demand and supply imbalances
US20100010875A1 (en) * 2003-09-12 2010-01-14 International Business Machines Corporation Resolving demand and supply imbalances
US20050060242A1 (en) * 2003-09-12 2005-03-17 International Business Machines Corporation Optimal method, system, and storage medium for resolving demand and supply imbalances
US8214268B2 (en) 2003-09-12 2012-07-03 International Bussiness Machines Corporation Resolving demand and supply imbalances
US9226975B1 (en) 2004-09-17 2016-01-05 Deem, Inc. Apparatus and method to provide community pricing
US7660743B1 (en) 2004-10-15 2010-02-09 Rearden Commerce, Inc. System for optimization of cost management
US7743002B2 (en) 2005-02-24 2010-06-22 Rearden Commerce, Inc. Method and system for testing of policies to determine cost savings
US7596566B1 (en) * 2005-02-24 2009-09-29 Rearden Commerce, Inc. System and method for flexible handling of rules and regulations in labor hiring
US20060190314A1 (en) * 2005-02-24 2006-08-24 Rick Hernandez Method and system for testing of policies to determine cost savings
US9161994B1 (en) 2005-03-29 2015-10-20 Deem, Inc. Cost model analysis and breakdown for cost buildup
US20060286517A1 (en) * 2005-06-21 2006-12-21 Martin Brian M Video job analysis system
US20090125355A1 (en) * 2005-07-22 2009-05-14 Rearden Commerce, Inc. System and Method for Optimization of Group Shipments to Reduce Shipping Costs
US7937330B2 (en) 2005-07-22 2011-05-03 Rearden Commerce, Inc. System and method for optimization of group shipments to reduce shipping costs
US8041616B2 (en) 2005-08-01 2011-10-18 Volt Information Sciences, Inc. Outsourced service level agreement provisioning management system and method
US20070061185A1 (en) * 2005-09-09 2007-03-15 International Business Machines Corporation Method, system, and computer program product for implementing availability messaging services
WO2007056196A3 (en) * 2005-11-04 2007-11-08 Xtraprise L P Information capture, processing and retrieval system and method of operating the same
US8548834B2 (en) * 2005-11-04 2013-10-01 Xtraprise, L.P. Information capture, processing and retrieval system and method of operating the same
US20140046713A1 (en) * 2005-11-04 2014-02-13 Xtraprise, L.P. Information capture, processing and retrieval system and method of operating the same
US20070106567A1 (en) * 2005-11-04 2007-05-10 Xtraprise, L.P. Information capture, processing and retrieval system and method of operating the same
US8126776B2 (en) 2006-06-30 2012-02-28 Rearden Commerce, Inc. Method and systems for personal restaurant assistant
US7966213B2 (en) 2006-10-16 2011-06-21 Rearden Commerce, Inc. System and method for automatic review of travel changes and improved suggestions and rules set
US20080114634A1 (en) * 2006-11-13 2008-05-15 International Business Machines Corporation Method, system, and computer program product for determining availability and order scheduling of diverse products and services
US20080300892A1 (en) * 2007-06-01 2008-12-04 International Business Machines Corporation Mapping method and system
US8812408B2 (en) * 2007-06-01 2014-08-19 International Business Machines Corporation Mapping method and system
US20080306750A1 (en) * 2007-06-08 2008-12-11 Adp, Inc. Employment screening system and method
US20090006142A1 (en) * 2007-06-26 2009-01-01 Rearden Commerce, Inc. System and Method for Tracking Spending Based on Reservations and Payments
US8788357B2 (en) 2009-08-12 2014-07-22 Iqnavigator, Inc. System and method for productizing human capital labor employment positions/jobs
US20140229337A1 (en) * 2013-02-08 2014-08-14 Interface Optoelectronics Corporation Order management system and order management method thereof
US20180101779A1 (en) * 2016-10-11 2018-04-12 International Business Machines Corporation System, method and computer program product for detecting policy violations
US10528880B2 (en) * 2016-10-11 2020-01-07 International Business Machines Corporation System, method and computer program product for detecting policy violations
US11461682B2 (en) 2016-10-11 2022-10-04 International Business Machines Corporation System, method and computer program product for detecting policy violations

Also Published As

Publication number Publication date
US8190462B2 (en) 2012-05-29
WO2001069496A2 (en) 2001-09-20
EP1358594A1 (en) 2003-11-05
AU2001247392A1 (en) 2001-09-24
US20120215711A1 (en) 2012-08-23
US20070124196A1 (en) 2007-05-31
US8712819B2 (en) 2014-04-29

Similar Documents

Publication Publication Date Title
US8190462B2 (en) System and method for internet based procurement and administrative management of workers
RU2329538C2 (en) Computer system and method of analytical data formation regarding project supply and demand processing method
US6408337B1 (en) Engagement of non-employee workers
US8204820B2 (en) Computer system and method for producing analytical data related to the project bid and requisition process
JP5172354B2 (en) Project information planning / scope change management information and business information synergy system and method
US10217146B2 (en) System and method for managing numerous facets of a work relationship
US20040243428A1 (en) Automated compliance for human resource management
US20060149569A1 (en) Method for transitioning foreign employees
US20040059583A1 (en) Temporary staff order and management system
WO2001025987A1 (en) System for hiring and engagement management of qualified professionals
WO2002046884A2 (en) System and method for managing candidate flow and employee data
CA2731029C (en) System and method for managing numerous facets of a work relationship
District et al. Information Technology Contract Staff Services
AU2012202421A1 (en) Project Work Change in Plan/Scope Administrative and Business Information Synergy System and Method
Note REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL STATE OF CONNECTICUT RFP Number
Howard The Application of Cost-BeneFit Analusis in Raisina the Non-Competitive Small Purchase Threshold
Summerour Jr et al. Automated contracting: a productivity study
Elliott Request for Proposals RFP# 2023111 Transit Scheduling Software
WO2001059650A1 (en) An on-line management system and method for providing products and services, particularly employment staffing services
PAYMENT ANNOTATED PRIME CONTRACT (through Contract Mod 43)(Page 1 is the Contract Award page, Standard Form 26.)
Thomas OASIS POOL 6
Thomas OASIS SB POOL 5B
Summerour Jr AD-A241 822 NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL
Alexander The AFCMD Subcontract Management Function or What an AFPRO Subcontract Management Function Can Do for the Program Manager.
McColl County of San Diego

Legal Events

Date Code Title Description
AS Assignment

Owner name: VOLT INFORMATION SCIENCES, INC., NEW YORK

Free format text: ASSIGNMENT OF ASSIGNORS INTEREST;ASSIGNOR:BRIEF, VICTOR;REEL/FRAME:012574/0661

Effective date: 20011108

STCB Information on status: application discontinuation

Free format text: ABANDONED -- FAILURE TO RESPOND TO AN OFFICE ACTION

AS Assignment

Owner name: VOLT INFORMATION SCIENCES INC., NEW YORK

Free format text: ASSIGNMENT OF ASSIGNORS INTEREST;ASSIGNORS:BRIEF, VICTOR;CULLEN, III, ANDREW A.;REEL/FRAME:022616/0070

Effective date: 20020107