Dynamic Data Capture Template Management System
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing data capture template development processes are cumbersome due to the need for multiple, similar templates, leading to a 'copy-rename-modify' approach that results in maintenance challenges and inefficiencies, especially when broad changes such as new Web standards or product releases are required.
Innovation Solution
A computer-implemented method for dynamically creating data capture elements by retrieving template build data, form definitions, and data element definitions from centralized repositories to create data capture form templates on demand, allowing for scalable and efficient management and presentation of templates.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple similar data capture templates are created to accommodate different subject matter experts, then the system can support diverse content contributions, but the template development process becomes cumbersome and maintenance becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a universal template structure that can serve multiple purposes and different subject matter experts. Instead of creating separate templates for each expert or content type, a single template framework is designed that can be dynamically configured to accommodate various data capture needs, thereby reducing the number of templates while maintaining versatility
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges multiple similar templates into a single unified template structure. By combining common elements and reusable components into one master template, the system eliminates the need to maintain multiple separate templates, reducing complexity while preserving the ability to support diverse content contributions through configuration rather than duplication
2Productivity
If the copy-rename-modify process is used to create new templates from existing ones, then new templates can be quickly generated, but each template becomes a separate maintenance point making broad changes cumbersome
Solution Approach 1:
The patent establishes a centralized template repository and standardized template structure in advance, organizing templates hierarchically with shared components defined upfront. This preliminary organization allows new templates to be generated by referencing existing structured templates rather than copying, and enables centralized updates to propagate automatically, solving both the speed of generation and ease of maintenance
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements a template inheritance mechanism where new templates can be derived from parent templates through controlled copying of structural definitions rather than full template duplication. This allows rapid template generation while maintaining a single source of truth for common elements, so updates to parent templates automatically reflect in child templates without manual intervention
3Adaptability or versatility
If many different types of data capture templates are maintained, then various content contributions from subject matter experts are accommodated, but broad changes such as new Web standards or product releases become cumbersome
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the template system into hierarchical layers: a stable core template structure that defines common elements and behavior, and configurable surface layers that allow customization for different content types and experts. This segmentation isolates the bulk of the template logic in a maintainable core, allowing broad changes to be made in one location while preserving specialized configurations through the segmented architecture
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AI summary
A computer implemented method, data processing system, and computer usable code are provided for dynamically creating data capture elements. The aspects of the present invention receive a request for a data capture form and retrieve template build data for building the data capture form to form retrieved template build data in response to receiving the request. Using the retrieved template build data, a form definition is retrieved to form a retrieved form definition and data element definition is retrieved to form a retrieved data element definition. Using at least one of the retrieved template build data, the retrieved form definition, and the retrieved data element definition, a data capture form template is then created.