Method and system for editing workflow logic and screens using gui tools

Abstract

A workflow management system provides a graphical user interface (GUI) tool that allows a user to create and / or edit workflow logic without requiring the re-writing and recompiling of the application software, and without interrupting the operability of the application software at any time. The GUI tool allows the user to simultaneously view and create and / or edit the corresponding application screen where the workflow logic is applied in the application software, while the user creates and / or edits the workflow logic. The user creates and / or edits the workflow logic by selectively combining the available parameters that are provided in spoken language syntax by a context sensitive menu. The workflow logic statements are made available for the application software to call at the appropriate times. The GUI tool works in conjunction with a dynamically configurable database.

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[0001] The present invention relates to workflow management systems, and in particular to a system and method for creating and / or editing business workflow logic using a graphical user interface. Background technique

[0002] Many businesses use application software to manage and analyze workflow. Workflow software applications potentially increase productivity and efficiency by assisting and / or automating the control of business functions and processes including work orders, logistics, inventory management, manufacturing, transaction approval and verification.

[0003] Each business entity implements its own unique business processes that vary with its industry, organizational structure, and unique business plans. As a result, companies often develop custom software to meet the specific requirements of their business processes.

[0004] Many software applications cannot easily adapt to changes to a company's business plans and processes that require modifi...

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