Cross-System Data Structure Links to Reduce Redundant Transfers
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional systems fail to provide secure communication at the desired granularity and scale, particularly in cross-system environments, leading to network congestion and reduced security in transmitting sensitive data.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for securely transmitting data structures across systems by identifying authorized recipients, storing restricted files in a shared location, and generating individualized access links, thereby reducing direct file transfers and enhancing security.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If conventional systems transmit restricted files directly across networks, then data transmission can occur, but network congestion increases and security is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a shared location (intermediary storage) between the originating system and recipient systems. Restricted files are uploaded to this intermediary location by authorized users, and recipients access files through generated links rather than direct peer-to-peer transmission. This intermediary architecture reduces network congestion by consolidating file storage and eliminates redundant transfers while maintaining security through controlled access mechanisms.
2Productivity
If conventional systems transmit files to multiple recipients, then all recipients can access the file, but redundant file transfers consume bandwidth and reduce transmission speed
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of transmitting duplicate file copies to multiple recipients, the system creates multiple access links pointing to a single stored file instance in the shared location. Each recipient receives a unique link that grants access to the same underlying file, eliminating redundant data transmission while providing individualized access control. This approach maintains the ability to serve multiple users simultaneously without consuming additional bandwidth for each transmission.
3Reliability
If conventional systems implement fine-grained access control, then security is improved, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments access control into distinct functional components: file upload by authorized users, automated link generation with embedded credentials, and link-based access by recipients. Each component performs a specific security function independently. The system divides the access control mechanism into separate elements (unique keys, tokens, link generation) that can be managed independently, reducing overall system complexity while maintaining fine-grained security control.
4Adaptability or versatility
If direct file transmission is used, then simplicity is maintained, but security and bandwidth efficiency deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary actions by pre-uploading restricted files to the shared location before recipient access is needed. Files are stored in advance with associated metadata and access controls configured. When recipients need access, pre-generated links are provided instantly without requiring real-time file transfer. This preliminary file placement eliminates the need for complex real-time transmission protocols while maintaining security through controlled access.
Data Source
AI summary
Aspects of this technical solution can identify a request to transmit a data structure to an electronic address, where the request includes a first unique key for a first account that generates the data structure, and a second unique key for a second account for the electronic address, determine, from the second unique key, that the electronic address is authorized to receive the data structure, provide, responsive to the electronic address being authorized to receive the data structure, the data structure for storage on the data repository, identify a location of the data structure stored on the data repository, generate, from the location, a uniform resource link configured for access via the second account, and transmit the uniform resource link to a device for the second account to cause, responsive to an interaction with the uniform resource link, the device to access the data structure located on the data repository.